Love.

When people speak of love they often use it in a way referring to people, things or places they like very much.

In this superficial love there is its opposite, which manifests itself in hatred, anger, envy and jealousy.

This is not love.

If love is pure it cannot so easily transform to its opposite.

People say "love hurts". When they say this they are referring to an egotistical idea of love.

This idea of love derives itself from our ego as it is only seeking out the best interest of the individual, creating unhealthy attachments to another.

In the true essence of love there is no opposite.

Love is a vibration emanating from the deepest place within the soul.

True love cannot be lost, it cannot leave you, it is always within you.

Love is an energy which derives itself from within, not externally.

Would you believe me if I told you that you are love?

(Artwork: Bill Morris)