Fantastic article by Susan Piver. I agree with her views. I have always had relationship issues primarily because I take committment extremely seriously and the word “love” means so much to me. I do not use that word frivolously or without regard. When I tell anyone, “I love you” it is an extremely serious and thought out statement to me. The Dharma for me is summed up this way, Life is imperfect, Love is perfect. By opening one’s mind to the imperfection in yourself and others you open the door to perfect love.

Susan Piver: Love, Spirituality and Four Noble Truths.