Love, they say, is blind, a force that defies reason and mocks the wisdom of philosophers. Yet, beneath this veil of mystery lies a truth as clear as the morning sun: our choices in love and desire are the mirrors of our deepest convictions.

Imagine a person standing at the crossroads of their desires, each path illuminated by the light of their fundamental beliefs. The one they find sexually attractive is not a mere coincidence but a reflection of their innermost philosophy. It is as if the soul whispers its secrets through the language of attraction, revealing the essence of one’s self-worth and values.

To know whom a person loves is to glimpse into the very core of their being. It is to see the standards by which they measure themselves, the ideals they hold dear. In the act of love, there is no room for pretense or self-deception. It is an act of profound selfishness, not in the sense of greed, but in the purest form of self-affirmation. It is a declaration of one’s worthiness to be desired, a celebration of one’s existence.

Sex, in its truest form, is an act of self-exaltation. It demands confidence, a belief in one’s own desirability. It is a moment when the spirit stands naked, unguarded, and true. In this vulnerability, we find our real ego, our true standard of value. We are drawn to those who reflect our deepest vision of ourselves, those whose surrender allows us to experience a sense of self-esteem, whether genuine or feigned.

Love, then, is not a random act but a response to our highest values. It is the soul’s recognition of its own worth, mirrored in the eyes of another. It is the ultimate affirmation of life, a testament to the beauty and complexity of the human spirit. In love, we find the courage to stand naked, both in body and soul, and to embrace the truth of who we are.

© Beatriz Esmer

Watercolor Painting Art – Dance