Love can trigger intense feelings of jealousy and possessiveness from "summary" of On Romantic Love by Berit Brogaard
Love, that intoxicating emotion that fills our hearts with warmth and our minds with visions of eternal bliss, is not immune to darker impulses. In fact, it can be a breeding ground for jealousy and possessiveness, emotions that can erupt like a volcano and consume everything in their path. When we love someone deeply, we become vulnerable, laying bare our innermost thoughts and feelings for them to see. This vulnerability can be both beautiful and terrifying, as it opens us up to the possibility of being hurt or betrayed. Jealousy, that green-eyed monster that lurks within us all, can rear its ugly head when we feel threatened by a real or perceived rival for our beloved's affection. It can manifest in various ways, from subtle hints of suspicion to outright accusations and confrontations. Our minds become consumed with thoughts of our partner being unfaithful, and we may go to great lengths to monitor their every move, seeking reassurance that we are the only one in their heart. Possessiveness, on the other hand, stems from a desire to control and dominate our partner, to make them exclusively ours. We may feel a sense of ownershi...
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