The Unromantic Love

How do you lead someone on?

Is it by still talking to them, after making it clear that you aren't in for anything romantic?

Is it by considering them your friends and defending them whenever the need arises?

Is it by listening about the issues they face with their lovers and telling them it'll get better ?

Is it by picking up their calls at night?

Is it by trying to help them?

Is talking equivalent to flirting?

Is late night calls equivalent to involvement?

Is laughing at texts equivalent to having a crush?

Since when did a conversation with a person turn into just romance?

Is the idea of friendship not appealing enough?

Are you supposed to be on the lookout for heartbreak always?

Platonic. Is it not a word anymore?

So why is being close to a person and not being into them, such a revolting idea?

Why is "romantic love" supposed to be the epitome of every single bond?

Is there no other love as important?

Is restricting yourself really necessary?

For once, allow yourself to think beyond.

Develop friendships which are deeper than the longest of relationships.

Surround yourself with people who make you laugh and are there when you cry.

Shed your inhibitions, and the fear of not being loved in a certain way.

Figure out your fallback.

It is believed, 'all you need is love.'

That love doesn't have to be from a soulmate. It could be from your best friend. It is a place where love exists and doesn't exist at the same time. It is where the last message is 'goodnight' instead of 'I love you.'

Maybe it would save you the heartache and the misery.

-Rabiya Singh