Does eternal love exist? What happens when passion, ambition, motivation, and creativity dissipate? How do you keep the fires burning brightly?
Do you believe in the idea of a soul mate? Are you waiting for the perfect guy/gal to complete you, so you don’t have to take care of yourself?
Once an item, do you act and respond like one person, or are you two separate people simply stronger on your own as a result of having a durable, resilient bond?
A majority of duos don’t make it past the honeymoon phase after the lust and infatuation fade. They expect the pitter patter to remain ad infinitum, devastated when it disappears.
When reality sets in and you reach the power struggle stage, many couples begin their downfall. At this point, the relationship may be doomed to dissolve.
Some can’t handle flaws in their perceived Prince Charming/Lady Madonna. They’re appalled when glaring imperfections are revealed.
A majority can’t bear to witness the overwhelming reactions and intense insecurities that emerge when emotions run high and intimacy is at its peak.
It has been said that the weaker you are, the harder it is to end a toxic involvement. These personalities typically wait for their significant other to carry out the deed for them.
Are you the type that stays in a union, albeit it’s unfulfilling, wishing and hoping your honey will leave? It takes enormous courage and determination to separate.
Does true love ever die or does it just change form? If you don’t have faith in forever, is closure achievable? How do you attain finality?
Is divorce hereditary? Do you come from a family of failed commitments? If you grew up in a broken home, does that mean your opposite sex links won’t succeed?
How do you refrain from repeating patterns and habits you’re accustomed to? Does the apple fall far from the tree? Is it possible to break the cycle?
If you’ve observed strife and conflict in your role models, does it follow you’ll attract amorous liaisons where discord and dissonance prevail?
What’s a healthy expression of anger and what sort of behaviors cross the line? Can there be too much water under the bridge to continue?
Does humor play a part in healing friction? Can it alone facilitate peace? What makes a tender, affectionate attachment indestructible?
These questions and more are contemplated in the new Richard Linklater movie, “Before Midnight.”
It’s the third film in a series that started 18 years ago with Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy, falling in love on a train, in “Before Sunrise.” Their romance was rekindled nine years later in the second feature, “Before Sunset.”
Hawke and Delpy reflect upon, whether, after a lengthy period together, it’s feasible to really comprehend a close confidante and companion on a deep level.
The crucial component of conscious, self awareness, they conclude, is a prerequisite to completely grasping the internal makeup of your partner.
“Before Midnight” is a gem, a must-see, and definitely a ‘thumbs up’ on my list. Grab your date, bff, or go solo for an enlightening and illuminating take on finding and maintaining the long term devotion you desire.
On Saturday, June 1st, my favorite, friendly, fun, fabulous, and fantastic Super Singles Mixer takes place from 8p-12M at the Green Street Hotel, Romanesque Ballroom, 50 E. Green Street, Pasadena.
You’ll meet and greet hundreds of eligible bachelors/bachelorettes ages 40-60, eager to make your acquaintance and hopefully be swept off your feet from the elegant ballroom floor for a fine summer fling.
Not only is Rookie the hostess with the mostess, but there are no wall flowers at this unique soiree, since something exciting is happening at every corner.
Whether it’s the lock and key icebreaker, raffle and prizes, smokin’ hot DJ to set in motion your sexy dance moves, light supper and dessert buffet, or fun stations, e.g. reflexology, psychics, and angel card readings, you’ll be glad you made the drive.
All of the above is free for the reasonable cost of $20.00 cash at the door. No reservations necessary.
Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to hook up with the man/woman of your dreams, or at least to sustain stimulating conversation into the wee hours of the night, as you watch the sun rise.
