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You've been dating this guy for a while and you've really hit it off—but do you truly love him? Sometimes it's hard to tell if what you're feeling is love or just infatuation or lust. Before you drop the "L" bomb, you definitely want to be sure. We interviewed dating and relationship expert Julianne Cantarella to find out some of the best ways you can tell if you're really in love.
Things You Should Know
- If he's always on your mind and you see reminders of him everywhere, you're likely in love with him.
- When you're in love, you typically want to spend as much time as possible with him and learn everything about him.
- Because you love him, you're willing to overlook his small flaws. You think he's unique and special and probably idealize him to some extent.
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How Do You Know If You Love Someone?
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Expert Interview
Thanks for reading our article! If you’d like to learn more about dating, check out our in-depth interview with Julianne Cantarella .
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