Should we redefine “love” and “friend”?
“Love” is such a sacred thing that I believe we should apply the term very intentionally. Calling someone a “friend” should signify an expression of love.
My Dearest Friend,
What do we mean when we say, "I love you?" What do we mean when we call a person a “friend?” I'd like to explore the meaning of those words with you. I believe we should be more careful and specific with how we use those words. What do you think?
In my opinion, to “love” someone means to “genuinely desire the absolute best for that person, at all times and under all circumstances.”
The people that we love are our “friends.”
I don't believe that we should use the word “love” to describe a feeling of excitement regarding any person or thing. I don't love what excites me; I love what is inherently good. Sometimes excitement is a companion to love, and sometimes it isn’t. Sometimes I’m not too excited about a friend, but still love them.
“Love” is such a sacred thing that I believe we should apply the term very intentionally. Calling someone a “friend” should signify an expression of love.
What do you think? Do these definitions work for you? How would our lives change if we used those words more intentionally? Would we say “I love you” to more people, or fewer? Would we have more friends, or less?
Just a little idea. Thank you for letting me share it!
Lots of love,
John S.