In the early stages of dating, it’s normal to feel butterflies and maybe even experience infatuation. But the intoxicating allure of infatuation can grip our hearts and minds, which may result in overwhelming emotions and blurring the line between reality and fantasy.

In this episode, we’re unraveling the distinction between infatuation and love by examining the characteristics and pitfalls of infatuation that set it apart from genuine, lasting affection.

Additional Resources:

• 42. Are You Emotionally Unavailable?
• Infatuation (Merriam-Webster)
• Infatuation (Cambridge Dictionary)
• Infatuation Versus Love: How Different Are They?
• 6 Causes of Infatuation
• Infatuation vs. Love: How To Tell If You're Just Infatuated
• What is the Real Difference Between Love and Infatuation?
• What's the Difference Between Love and Infatuation?
• How to Overcome an Infatuation
• Emotionally Unavailable: What It Means, Signs, & What to Do About It

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