Is there a difference between love and infatuation?

[glucoze]

What exactly is the difference between being infatuated and 'love at first sight'

or being 'love struck' or being smitten over someone.

 

They all sound the same to me.

[Hermes]

I posted this under "Love"

Here it is copied:

 

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Bringing it Into Reality

 

Infatuation can even be thought of as love with only 2 dimensions. With love, that third dimension is reality. So, it is actually your ability to tell what is real in a relationship, versus what is imagined. You love being part of a couple, but is this the person you want to be in a couple with?

 

 

 

Trying to differentiate your love interest from your lust interest is requires a level head and the courage to face the unpleasant. It also requires maturity and the ability to take a step back and survey the big picture. The result is more control and confidence as you stride your way in love�s direction.

[Fudgie]

Infatuation is that "shiny new penny" phase of a relationship. Everything is bright, shiny, WONDERFUL, and awesome. It feels perfect. However, this stage cannot be sustained. You become used to the person and get adjusted into a routine.

 

That's where Love comes in. It's about loving someone unconditionally and making it work...doing things for them and putting up with some little quirks because you love them.

 

I agree totally with Hermes' explanation. Very true.