A thought.
We hold “I love you” up as the ultimate phrase of affirmation.
But I often find something more specific is more powerful.
“I trust you”
“I feel safe with you”
“You make me laugh”
“You are a kind person”
“I enjoy hanging out with you”
Love is utterly necessary – as is communicating it. But the concept is vague.
Sometimes simple, specific words are better.