“Love, at the very heart of a couple relationship, is a state that is often far from realistic – it can be full of idealisation, blurred boundaries, fantasy and illusion”. Julie Friend
Finding who the other really is often brings surprises, some of which are gratifying whilst the others challenging. And so, it seems to me that love alone is not enough for a fulfilling relationship – what is required is that we recognise and respect a sense of purpose in the other that is beyond the relationship, that we cherish the other’s deepest values and dreams.