Saying "I Love You"

[Sinead1981]

How important do you think it is in a relationship? People seem to put a lot of emphasis on it, but then some people say it and don't really mean it. Personally, I would rather have a boyfriend who I know loves me without him having to say it than one who says it but doesn't act like he does. But then, I suppose there is some comfort in those three little words.

[AlmostMarried77]

I think its important but then its only a verbal back up to acting like you love someone which is a lot more important.

[witabix]

They are only words.... but they feel nice to hear from someone you know loves you, and are nice to say to someone you love. Just acting the part or just saying the words are not enought on their own.

 

People do say it when they don't mean it, usually saying it out of habit though. You have to say it with your mouth, eyes, face, body and actions. (Smiling to myself here... rereading that makes it sound like I am a mime who hasn't figured out he is meant to be silent!)

[Skeered]

Some people say it to have it said back to them in hopes of validating that both parties feel the same. At least that's what I did for several years. I think those words are extremly powerful however if the love is in the relationship and you know it without a doubt the words are often said without even giving it a 2nd thought.

 

I also realized that with the relationship I'm in now that to hear them said is not as necessary as it was with the relationship I didn't feel loved in. I know it now and the feeling is much stronger than the words.

[mini696]

Its very important. Those three words can mean a lot, and if they are used with bad intentions they can hurt a lot too.

[PDPullmn612]

i could agree more with AlmostMarried. Actions speak louder than words. Its one thing to say "I love you" but another thing to show it.

[PDPullmn612]

I couldn't agree more with AlmostMarried. Actions speak louder than words. Its one simple thing to say "I love you" but another thing to show it.