love yourself

Don't get dependent on achieving happiness by being with someone.
Love yourself first before sharing your life with somebody.
Because if you don't,
you will always look for people that you think can make you complete.

And in the end,
it will make you lose yourself more,
bit by bit..
piece by piece..

Reader's Digest May 2006 Issue

Question:
"Can love really last a lifetime?"

Answer:
Scientist found out that romantic love involves chemical changes in the brain that last 12-18 months. After that, you and your partner are on your own.

--> Love can absolutely last for a lifetime as desired to be maintained. Meaning, it's both your choice.

BOTTOM LINE:
It will last if you know how to commit.