The Lies of Love: Debunking Myths and Rediscovering the True Meaning of Love
An in-depth analysis of how society has distorted our view of love and how we can properly understand it again

In the episode “The Lies of Love,” José María Contreras addresses the disconnect between the modern concept of love and its true essence. Currently, love is seen as a feeling of immediate gratification, driven by desire or physical attraction. This superficial approach has been promoted by the media, cinema, and social media, which show a distorted view of love, reducing it to a mere ephemeral and carnal experience.
Contreras invites us to reflect on how true love is based on something much deeper: will, sacrifice, and commitment. Through a critical analysis, he points out that love is not just a passive emotion experienced but an action that requires effort, maturity, and growth. This true love is not limited to a moment of passion but is built over time, through conscious decisions and mutual care in a relationship.
The author also emphasizes the importance of experiencing love from a broader perspective, aligned with ethical and spiritual principles. Instead of expecting love to be easy and perfect, we are encouraged to see it as a path of personal growth, which often requires overcoming obstacles and rising above social expectations.
Through this episode, Contreras calls for a rediscovering of love in its purest form: as a virtue that must be constantly cultivated and that requires commitment and dedication. This approach invites us to let go of the false expectations of quick and superficial love to build more genuine and lasting relationships.
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