Why is it important to say 'I love you'?
Is it really important to say the words "I love you" to your loved ones, your closest friends, your family members, your relatives, your children and your spouse?
If actions speak louder than words, why isn't 'action' enough? Why do some people, say these words
freely and others have great difficulties uttering the words?
The fact is that these three simple words "I love you" when said; when you really mean them have the
power to uplift, to comfort, to calm, to reassure and to heal. They are very powerful words indeed. All
humans long to hear these words. They show an unconditional acceptance of the other person, and
create a powerful shield around their vulnerabilities.
Everyone feels unloved now and then. There is enough negativity, stress, anger and hate in the world.
The words when uttered by a loved one, enriches the giver as well as the receiver. It goes a long way
indeed in making that person feel wonderful. Think back about the last time that you heard those words. Remember the emotions you experienced. The person, you say it to would of course be experiencing the
same emotions, if the feelings are mutual.
Who does not want to be loved? Saying "I love you" when you really mean it, is in fact an electrifying form of communication. You can just feel the energy in those three words.
I am very expressive, and I do tell the special people in my life often that "I love them." It is so important because life is very short and very unpredictable. There may be times when you want to say it, but you're unable to. You cannot because that person is no longer there. It is one of the saddest feelings, I have experienced. I know that on some days, I want to hear it very badly.
I personally feel so content, when I hear these words from the ones closest to me. I would much rather
have my cupful of love than a pair of diamond ear-rings, or an expensive perfume any day!
When parents hear "I love you" they feel appreciated and loved. When a child hears "I love you" what
he/she hears is "I am there for you even if you make terrible mistakes, you are not a bad person." When friends hear "I love you" they feel appreciated and valued.
Do not pressure or demand it, because it is not the same as getting it, unconditionally. If you're able to say
it, and if you have people who say it often to you, then you are blessed beyond belief.
May it, always stay that way!
By : Julia Geraldine Smith