I'm glad Trippin2.0 asked that question. It is good because it shows Trip wants to learn; it was not offensive, and it gives us a chance to think to ourselves: hmm...yeah...is this really "in love"? If so, why? It is a great topic for those of us in love with T's to explore.

In my case, I think I am in love. It is not from outside therapy. Love is a huge and powerful feeling, and it makes people feel good. I am not a scientist, but I am pretty sure people get endorphins from being "in love" and we need to practice experiencing good feelings. We are not used to good feelings; it is a strange thing. The more we can get used to good feelings, we will gradually be happier people. So being in love, with T or anybody, is good for us.

Also, my T is teaching me to love myself. I can see that she admires me and likes me (except when I get paranoid) and it is natural to fall in love with someone who brings us joy and shows us that we are loveable. I don't think I have explained it well, but it was a try.