Deep Rooted Unity: The Journey Beyond Physical Pleasure

In the modern world, true love goes far beyond fleeting physical pleasure—it reaches deep into the soul, awakening our desire for selflessness and unselfish care for others. At the beginning of our journey, one might think that love is merely a manifestation of sympathy and physical attraction, but in reality, true love demands complete devotion, the courage to change, and the willingness to sacrifice one’s own interests for the well-being of the beloved. Over time, it becomes evident that love is forged through the conscious renunciation of everyday indulgences, nurturing the ability to see the real essence behind a person’s outward appearance. This approach fills life with profound meaning, providing confidence, support, and a sense of inner freedom, allowing each of us to feel a soulful connection with another.

Why do people, despite the seemingly simple pursuit of sex, continue to seek true love?

People look for true love not because they lack physical contact, but because true emotion touches the deepest chords of the soul, demanding selflessness, spontaneity, and total dedication. While physical intimacy may offer momentary satisfaction, real love is the ability to prioritize the well-being of the beloved above one’s own interests, being willing to make sacrifices and renounce immediate desires.

For example, one excerpt highlights the difference between superficial feelings and genuine love:
“What does it mean: I love her? How does the modern average person understand it? It means, she appeals to me: … But in reality, there is no love here at all, only self-indulgence. True love, on the contrary, is independent of a person’s inherent nature; if I love someone, I am ready to do anything for them, everything my heart commands.” (source: link )

This quote clearly illustrates that true love is expressed through the willingness to change radically, to sacrifice oneself, and to act for the sake of the other—far exceeding mere physical attraction. It is also stated that love does not come easily; it requires effort and constant self-renunciation:
“Love is acquired through great effort. Fasting contributes to this. For instance, if one desires to eat something while fasting voluntarily, this constant renunciation of one’s desires can cultivate the heart’s capacity to love…” (source: link )

Thus, despite the apparent ease of finding sex, the human mind and soul always yearn for a deeper, all-encompassing feeling. True love has the power to imbue life with meaning, to offer the joy of union, and to provide the inner freedom that comes from mutual selfless commitment and understanding—a feeling that transcends physical pleasure by bestowing confidence, support, and a sense of unity that fuels the powerful pursuit of genuine togetherness.