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So your partner says “love you” instead of “I love you,” or maybe your friend just texted you “I love you,” and despite your best efforts, you can’t figure out what they’re trying to say. Do they love you-love you, or just like you? Deciphering the meaning between these two seemingly similar phrases can be kind of confusing. Isn’t love supposed to be easy? Lucky for you, dear reader, it can be. In this article, we’ll explain the difference between these two phrases and help you decide how to respond.
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- QuestionHow do you respond to an "I love you" text?Jessica January Behr, PsyDDr. Jessica January Behr is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the Founder and Director of Behr Psychology. She specializes in couples and sex therapy. Additionally, Dr. Behr treats those experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship problems, and depression. She holds a BA in Psychology from Hunter College. Dr. Behr also holds a Masters of Science of Education (MsED) in School Psychology and a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology from Pace University.
Relationship PsychologistTake some time to think about how the text makes you feel first. Did it make you happy? Did it make you uncomfortable? Did it make you nervous? You're totally entitled to take time and process your thoughts and feelings—don't feel pressured or like you're "on the clock" to give a response!
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- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/relationships/love-is-a-choice-more-than-a-feeling#tips-to-choose-love
- ↑ https://english.stackexchange.com/questions/230046/friendly-way-of-saying-i-love-you
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/think-act-be/202003/why-is-it-so-hard-say-i-love-you
- ↑ https://english.stackexchange.com/questions/230046/friendly-way-of-saying-i-love-you
- ↑ https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/relationships-love/a29894153/when-to-say-i-love-you/
- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/relationships/love-is-a-choice-more-than-a-feeling#tips-to-choose-love
- ↑ https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/friendships/art-20044860
- ↑ https://www.livescience.com/33720-13-scientifically-proven-signs-love.html
- ↑ https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/relationships-love/a29894153/when-to-say-i-love-you/
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