Potential Sh!t

This week’s topic was about falling in love with who your partner actually is, not who they could be: the person, not the potential. As we discussed in the segment, Marko and I were definitely guilty of this in a significant way. We ran across some hard times in our relationship because we both had idealized the other (and were disappointed); how much easier it could have been if we had only based our adoration on reality!

While the steps outlined in the articles we shared discuss the very real challenge of facing the truth, the facts are that the person you are interested in isn’t perfect but still has plenty to offer! They can make your heart flutter and sink your spirits. Relationships involve two imperfect people who frequently flaunt their flaws in unflattering ways. So you don’t have to ignore their faults, put them on a pedal stool, or lower the red flags below your eye line. It is much better to look the truth square in the face…and smile.