Just finished up Robert Jordan’s book on the psychology of romantic love, “We“. I’ve been hit with a nasty flu bug that’s been around. Not fun, but I had a chance to catch up on some reading.
If you’ve ever been in love, currently in love, addicted to love or searching for love, I couldn’t recommend this enough.
The author writes about the psychology behind a mythological story centered around the fate of two lovers, Tristan and Iseult.
Johnson connects the myth’s symbolism in relation to our Western culture’s obsession with romantic love. And how our understanding of romantic love in the West is not sustainable for healthy human relationships.
Instead, Johnson recommends looking upon the simplicity of romantic relationships with love that is built upon commitment and loyalty rather than the addictive qualities of falling in love. This type of perspective on relationships is sustainable.
A self-proclaimed Jungian, Johnson has written two other companion books to “We“. Aptly titled “He” and “She“. I’ve read all three and they’re all worth a read. “We” was my favorite though.
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