Love is an embodied experience expressing a soulful connection between two or more people. It embodies compassion, empathy, and an intimate knowledge of another's needs and desires. Love is a spiritual bond rooted in trust and compassion, transcending time and space. It involves being open to feeling joy, acceptance, belonging, safety, and make meaning in life. It is a special union, both mentally and emotionally, that is nurtured and cultivated with reverence and care. Love acknowledges both the shadow and light of all involved, celebrating the fullness of being present in the moment. A love rooted in respect and understanding allows for the continual unfolding of possibilities.

See also: relationship, culture, myth, trauma, ecosystem