“Love” should be like a paperclip

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and they continue with the relationship.I’m no cupid, but I can confidently say: a relationship is a lot of work, but it should never be toxic.A relationship is about synergy and creating an experience with another person- that can’t be achieved single-handedly. Synergism cannot thrive in a toxic environment.That being said, I totally understand breakups too. People realize incompatibilities, and the relationship is ended, hopefully amicably.Very mature.But, there are also relationships that end with a deep-seated hatred for each other & at least one of them feeling mutilated.This is where the paperclip analogy comes into the picture.Below is the advertisement that came in 1893 about GEM paper clips. “No mutilation of papers” caught my attention.<figure id="64d0"><img src="https://cdn-images-1.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:800/1*o4vyzMUH

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OvvxvyoL2KxZZA.png"><figcaption></figcaption></figure>Paper clips serve the purpose of holding papers together, similar to how love glues people. Unlike a stapler pin or a thumbnail, a paper clip doesn’t cause permanent damage.The idea I’m trying to drive home: love shouldn’t be about causing permanent damage to each other. It should be like a paperclip. When a paperclip is removed, it does leave a mark, but it eventually fades.Another interesting pointer on love from a paperclip:simplicity.It is unfortunate to see how some relationships are built on ego wars, manipulations, and pretense. A paperclip is the ultimate example of a simplistic design. Love is definitely difficult and demands effort, but it never should be complex.There is no definitive handbook for love, but when in doubt, turn to a paperclip.Thank you for reading!</article></body>

“Love” should be like a paperclip

I usually feel wary about giving advice, especially on the topic of love. Throughout my adult life, I have always struggled with the meaning of love and what it entails.

When I was brainstorming for this particular piece, my rational side was completely convinced with the idea, and that’s why I decided to take a jab at it, despite my inability to comprehend the idea of love.

I have seen people falling in “love”, and some of it later leading to all sorts of toxic dynamics between each other. Unfortunately, people develop an unhealthy tolerance, and they continue with the relationship.

I’m no cupid, but I can confidently say: a relationship is a lot of work, but it should never be toxic.

A relationship is about synergy and creating an experience with another person- that can’t be achieved single-handedly. Synergism cannot thrive in a toxic environment.

That being said, I totally understand breakups too. People realize incompatibilities, and the relationship is ended, hopefully amicably.

Very mature.

But, there are also relationships that end with a deep-seated hatred for each other & at least one of them feeling mutilated.

This is where the paperclip analogy comes into the picture.

Below is the advertisement that came in 1893 about GEM paper clips. “No mutilation of papers” caught my attention.

Paper clips serve the purpose of holding papers together, similar to how love glues people. Unlike a stapler pin or a thumbnail, a paper clip doesn’t cause permanent damage.

The idea I’m trying to drive home: love shouldn’t be about causing permanent damage to each other. It should be like a paperclip. When a paperclip is removed, it does leave a mark, but it eventually fades.

Another interesting pointer on love from a paperclip:

simplicity.

It is unfortunate to see how some relationships are built on ego wars, manipulations, and pretense. A paperclip is the ultimate example of a simplistic design. Love is definitely difficult and demands effort, but it never should be complex.

There is no definitive handbook for love, but when in doubt, turn to a paperclip.

Thank you for reading!