Sometimes, the simplest feelings are the hardest to define. Even for words that we use in routine, we may find ourselves at a loss. “Love” is one of these words that we understand, but explaining the true meaning of love is quite challenging.

But for Kayla Griffin, love is not a grand gesture, as movies show, but a constant reminder of making small efforts daily, prioritizing companionship, and creating space for one another. The central theme of her poetry book, Sticky Notes & Love Poems, signifies the importance of mutual acceptance and respect that guide a couple’s love life.

Defining Love

You might have heard a lot of love songs or read many love stories, but did you realize that love has no fixed meaning, definition, or form?

Love can take different avatars in different situations. Many people may have distinct perspectives influenced by their circumstances or thoughts, and thus, their way of expressing, experiencing, and understanding love may be quite different. And that’s absolutely fine. For Kayla, the poetess, love is an exercise that requires commitment and practice on a daily basis.

In Science

When focusing on love through the objective lens of science, we find that love is defined as an emotion or innate drive humans possess. Just like humans tend to experience emotions of anger and sadness, love transforms and reflects a similar tendency, and this is natural.

Research indicates that love is a biological component we are born with rather than learn. However, the culture we’re born in can impact how we express it. According to Psychologist Zick Rubin, romantic love is a collection of three elements:

• Attachment: Driven by the urge to be with another person with a desire to come in physical contact.
• Caring: Driven by mutual understanding that other people’s happiness is just as important as our own.
• Intimacy: Sharing private thoughts and feelings with another person.

In Religion

For those who believe in spirituality, faith and divine power, love is all about maintaining the sanctity of the feeling. And that feeling may have different levels of intensity for different people.

According to the Christian faith, a person’s expression of love is different for God than it is for people. A person who expresses love to God must surrender to the Creator and seek salvation and redemption. This is not the case when we consider love between two people who share similar interests, understand each other, and develop feelings for one another. This line of difference still exists between divine love and human love.

In Culture

When it comes to culture, the dynamics of love represent the enshrined values that define and govern the concept. Some cultures are more open to expressing love, while some are quite reserved.

Let’s compare the expression of love in the US and Japan. In the US, couples typically appreciate physical affection to show their love without any hesitation. Expressing love in Japan is quite different, as people discourage displaying affection to their partners or spouses in public.

What is Love Actually?

Love is more than an emotion or chemical reaction. Understanding true and unconditional love is still complicated because it depends on the people who wish to express it. The definition is created by the people who are in love.

For Kayla and her spouse, Mark Galaviz, love doesn’t have to be expensive; it shouldn’t be difficult, either. Only the little acts of kindness and respect matter. Even a simple, encouraging statement written on a sticky note can make your gesture count. Remember to repeat this exercise daily, and let your mutual love blossom. That’s a powerful message of Kayla Griffin & Mark Galaviz’s latest book, Sticky Notes & Love Poems, and it transcends time and age.

Sometimes, the simplest feelings are the hardest to define. Even for words that we use in routine, we may find ourselves at a loss. “Love” is one of these words that we understand, but explaining the true meaning of love is quite challenging.

But for Kayla Griffin, love is not a grand gesture, as movies show, but a constant reminder of making small efforts daily, prioritizing companionship, and creating space for one another. The central theme of her poetry book, Sticky Notes & Love Poems, signifies the importance of mutual acceptance and respect that guide a couple’s love life.

Defining Love:

You might have heard a lot of love songs or read many love stories, but did you realize that love has no fixed meaning, definition, or form?

Love can take different avatars in different situations. Many people may have distinct perspectives influenced by their circumstances or thoughts, and thus, their way of expressing, experiencing, and understanding love may be quite different. And that’s absolutely fine. For Kayla, the poetess, love is an exercise that requires commitment and practice on a daily basis.

In Science:

When focusing on love through the objective lens of science, we find that love is defined as an emotion or innate drive humans possess. Just like humans tend to experience emotions of anger and sadness, love transforms and reflects a similar tendency, and this is natural.

Research indicates that love is a biological component we are born with rather than learn. However, the culture we’re born in can impact how we express it. According to Psychologist Zick Rubin, romantic love is a collection of three elements:

• Attachment: Driven by the urge to be with another person with a desire to come in physical contact.
• Caring: Driven by mutual understanding that other people’s happiness is just as important as our own.
• Intimacy: Sharing private thoughts and feelings with another person.

In Religion:

For those who believe in spirituality, faith and divine power, love is all about maintaining the sanctity of the feeling. And that feeling may have different levels of intensity for different people.

According to the Christian faith, a person’s expression of love is different for God than it is for people. A person who expresses love to God must surrender to the Creator and seek salvation and redemption. This is not the case when we consider love between two people who share similar interests, understand each other, and develop feelings for one another. This line of difference still exists between divine love and human love.

In Culture:

When it comes to culture, the dynamics of love represent the enshrined values that define and govern the concept. Some cultures are more open to expressing love, while some are quite reserved.

Let’s compare the expression of love in the US and Japan. In the US, couples typically appreciate physical affection to show their love without any hesitation. Expressing love in Japan is quite different, as people discourage displaying affection to their partners or spouses in public.

What is Love Actually?

Love is more than an emotion or chemical reaction. Understanding true and unconditional love is still complicated because it depends on the people who wish to express it. The definition is created by the people who are in love.

For Kayla and her spouse, Mark Galaviz, love doesn’t have to be expensive; it shouldn’t be difficult, either. Only the little acts of kindness and respect matter. Even a simple, encouraging statement written on a sticky note can make your gesture count. Remember to repeat this exercise daily, and let your mutual love blossom. That’s a powerful message of Kayla Griffin & Mark Galaviz’s latest book, Sticky Notes & Love Poems, and it transcends time and age.

Final Note

The complexities of love can be fascinating and frustrating at times, but perhaps the answer to the question in the title lies in the little efforts that we make, which we often neglect to appreciate.

Love, at its core, might simply be the act of caring. It’s the desire for another’s happiness, the willingness to be vulnerable and share our true selves with people we love.

To get a deeper understanding, appreciate the feeling, and how love blossoms every day, check out Kayla Griffin & Mark Galaviz’s latest book, Sticky Notes & Love Poems. This heartwarming collection of poems shows how simple, random acts of care, like leaving a love note on a sticky pad, can grow into something beautiful.