06/30/2025
The love language we don't talk about.
It's the quiet act of someone choosing to work on themselves.
Not just for their own sake, but for the health of the relationship.
It’s easy to say “That’s just how I am,” and expect others to accept our flaws and triggers as unchangeable parts of us.
But real love ..... deep, mature love, looks different.
It’s someone who recognizes their wounds and patterns, and instead of making them your burden, takes responsibility for their healing.
It’s the partner who notices when their words cut too deep, or when old habits threaten new happiness, and chooses to do the work to grow.
You deserve someone who doesn’t expect you to simply tolerate the parts of them that hurt you.
You deserve someone who sees the impact of their actions and is willing to change, not because you demand it, but because they care about your peace, your safety, and your heart.
Love isn’t just about grand gestures or sweet words.
Sometimes, it’s about accountability.
It’s about someone who looks at their own reflection and says, “I want to be better for me, for you, for us.”
That’s the kind of love that builds trust, deepens connection, and heals old wounds.
Always remember .... you are worthy of a love that grows.
Of a partner who chooses healing over excuses, effort over complacency.
Don’t settle for less than someone who’s willing to do the work, because that’s a love language that will last a lifetime.
~ Cody Bret
