Control is frequently praised as maturity. But from a nervous system perspective, control is often an attempt to reduce perceived threat. Humans seek predictability when uncertainty has historically meant danger.
February Isn’t About Romance. It’s About Relationships.
Every February, we’re handed the same script.
Romance becomes the headline. Love is narrowed down to grand gestures, candlelight, and whether or not someone “did enough.” Even those who claim not to care can feel the pressure humming in the background.
But here’s the thing we rarely name: romance is not the same thing as relationship.
