Angela Myer
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When Infatuation Masquerades as Love
When Infatuation Masquerades as Love
When Infatuation Masquerades as Love
Monday 14th July 2025
Angela Myer explores the difference between genuine love and infatuation, offering insights for those recovering from narcissistic relationships.
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Episode Overview
- Infatuation can often be mistaken for genuine love.
- Limerence involves intense emotions but lacks stability.
- True love builds over time and involves mutual respect.
- Setting boundaries is crucial in maintaining healthy relationships.
- Unconditional love requires patience and understanding.
Love isn't about how much you give away; it's about how consciously you give it without conditions but with wisdom.
In the podcast episode 'When Infatuation Masquerades as Love', Angela Myer unpacks the tangled web of emotions that often blur the lines between genuine love and infatuation. With a mix of humour and empathy, Angela explores the concept of limerence – that intense, obsessive feeling that masquerades as love but lacks the depth and stability of true affection.
For anyone who's ever found themselves caught in the whirlwind of a seemingly perfect romance, this episode offers a breath of fresh air and clarity. Angela, an expert in narcissistic recovery, draws from her own experiences and those of others to highlight how easy it is to confuse infatuation with love, especially after narcissistic relationships. Through anecdotes and real-life examples, she explains how limerence can mimic love's intensity but often leads to emotional volatility and unrealistic expectations.
It's like mistaking fireworks for a steady flame – dazzling at first but fleeting. The episode goes beyond identifying the signs of limerence and delves into the qualities of genuine love. Angela paints a picture of love as a slow-burning fire that builds over time, fostering trust, respect, and mutual vulnerability. She emphasises that true love is about giving and taking, setting healthy boundaries, and allowing each person to be their authentic self.
Angela also shares her personal journey towards understanding unconditional love, inspired by a childhood memory of a mother cat caring for her kittens. This touching metaphor underscores the power of patience, kindness, and forgiveness in nurturing genuine connections. Whether you're navigating the aftermath of a toxic relationship or simply curious about the nature of love, Angela's insights offer hope and guidance.
So why not take a moment to reflect on your own experiences and consider what kind of love you want to offer and receive?