I think that one-sided love happens not only because one person does not love the other, but because love it is not always expressed. It is one thing to feel the emotions and another one to show them. Also there has to be communication as to what shows someone else love.

I grew up in a traditional household, and my Mom waking up every morning to make us and my Dad breakfast showed me love and dedication. I am sure everyone has their own way to feel loved, but the important thing is to know the way you partner feels love and express it every opportunity they can.

I also think that true love does not die, it’s killed.

I don’t think people consciously “stop loving.” In some respects, I agree with April. A relationship is a living thing. You have to work at it to make sure that your changes and your partner’s changes allow enough space for both of you. In other ways, people let other relationships define their personal relationship with each other. They become “the father” and “the mother” and become consumed with those roles. Then they are surprised when they realize they have both changed but not in the same way.

Or sometimes people just grow apart and don’t make the effort to keep their relationship vibrant and alive.

In the end, you’re right: who knows why love dies?