There are many ways we can talk about love, but there are certain words and images that we may hear or see that may confuse
us or lead us into bad situations. These are labeled as “love” when they are not love at all. Love cannot be summed up in a
few words, but here are two lists to help you sort out what love is, and isn’t.
Love Is....
Responsibility
Hard Work
Pleasure
Commitment
Caring
Honesty
Trust
Communication
Sharing
Compromising
Closeness
Respect
Recognizing Differences
Vulnerability
Openness
Friendship
Strong Feelings
Expressing Sexuality
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Love Isn't....
Jealousy
Possessiveness
Pain
Violence
Sex
Obsession
Being Selfish
Cruelty
Getting Pregnant
Making Someone Pregnant
Dependency
Giving Up Yourself
Intimidation
Scoring
Fear
Proving Yourself
Manipulation
Expecting all your needs to be met
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The AZCADV adapted this form from a hand out used by Sojourner Center, 2/24/98
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