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> continued from page 18 think of how many wars could have been stopped, how many lives could have been saved, and how much suffering could have been avoided if people had listened to the voice of love. But far too often, they turn a deaf ear.
Of all the emotions, only loves has the power to conquer solitude, the most terrible disease of the human soul. In such cases, love is a magnificent cure because it unites people. It pulls them out of their isolation, and draws them together. It gives meaning to their life. When you love, you care and share. Through love, you discover the joy of giving. You understand why giving is more beautiful than receiving.
There is no one definition of love. It means different things to different people. You must choose the one that best reflects your personal definition of love.
For me, love is the“ gift of oneself.” I am not referring just to the physical act of making love. Instead I am including the emotional, intellectual
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