I'm sure you’re aware of the difference between liking someone and loving them. But would you indulge me for a minute?
Call to mind a friend or colleague. Someone you genuinely like who perhaps is reliable, trustworthy…Now think about someone you love. A family member or close confidante.
Can you feel the difference?
Yes!
Unfortunately, sometimes the lines between love and like get blurred, especially with members of our family.
Here’s an example of what I’m talking about.
When I was in my early 20s, I moved across the country to live near my sister. Growing up, our relationship was complicated. Sometimes we got along wonderfully, other times, not so much.