Why Do People Say 'I Love You' but Still Break Up?

Sometimes people say 'I love you' even when things are hard. Love can feel like a big promise, but it doesn't always stop problems from happening. It's like saying you'll share your last cookie with a friend, but then you still fight over who gets the biggest piece.

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  1. A boy says 'I love you' to his girlfriend, but he still breaks up with her after she forgets their anniversary every year.
  2. Two friends say 'I love you' when they start a new project together, but end up arguing over who gets the most credit in the final presentation.
  3. A mom tells her child 'I love you' before sending them off to college, even though they’ve been fighting all summer.

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Categories: Psychology · Relationships,Emotions,Communication