In love with the idea of someone (and why that has you stuck)

Описание: Sometimes what we fall in love with isn't the person in front of us—it's the idea of who they could be. This video explores the psychology of projection, limerence, and why we sometimes stay attached to potential rather than reality.

In this video:
Why the mind fills in emotional gaps with hope and imagination
The difference between projection and real intimacy
How limerence creates attachment to an idea, not a relationship
Why loving someone's potential can feel more powerful than the relationship itself
How to recognize when you're in love with the idea of someone, not who they actually are

If you've ever felt deeply connected to someone even though the relationship never fully formed, or struggled to let go of what could have been, this video is for you.

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – Introduction: When You're in Love With an Idea
1:30 – How the Mind Fills in the Gaps
3:15 – Projection, Limerence, and Depth Psychology
5:45 – Potential vs. Reality
7:20 – Why the Idea Is Harder to Let Go Of
8:40 – Closing Thoughts + Bridge to Part 2

CONNECT: If this resonated with you, I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. What helped you recognize the difference between the idea of someone and the reality of the relationship?

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