Limerence
Ava • The Agony of Eros: On Limerence - By Ava - Bookbear Express
The anima/animus usually appears in films, fiction, dreams—and waking life—as a compelling, opposite-sex other: what I am not. It can manifest in an idealized way, such as Helen of Troy or Superman, or in its dark aspect, in figures such as Medea and Dracula. Whereas shadow is largely related to personal experience, the anima/animus is infused with
... See moreJoseph Lee LCSW • Dream Wise: Unlocking the Meaning of Your Dreams
I know that limerence can be misleading. It can be the beginning of a good relationship, or a complete disaster. If someone feels like the answer to the question of your life, you might want to address the fundamental sense of lack that they are triggering.
Sasha Chapin • 50 Things I Know
Is it falling in love or being stuck in the lonely realm of limerence?
positive extreme love aka amigeist (Amigeist: A New Extreme Love Phenomenon)
Just as Tennov (1979) coined limerence to describe a particular extreme love phenomenon characterized by pathology, the positive extreme love connection identified in this research deserves a designation that reflects its unique qualities. The new phenomenon is called
... See moreLimerence is like an emotional rollercoaster fueled by dopamine highs. It’s that obsessive infatuation where you can’t stop thinking about someone and romanticizing them. But here’s the catch: it often stems from deep-seated wounds, like past traumas or unmet emotional needs. Your brain craves that validation and connection to fill those gaps.... See more
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