Another problem with using the word “love” when attempting to be as specific and thoughtful as possible about relationships is its emotional charging value. To the extent that emotionally charged language is used in thinking, the thinking will be emotionally based, rather than rational and logical, so the outcome of the thinking is less dependable. Love is used as a reason to stay together, and lack of love as a reason to terminate a relationship. This line of thinking is indulged in most often by people who are living their lives based more on emotions than on thinking or inner guidance by
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