Love at first sight, does it exist or not?

The phenomenon of love at first sight is very real. Who has never felt this sudden and intense attraction to a person at first sight? Butterflies in the stomach, sweaty palms, a trembling voice… all these symptoms are unmistakable. Love at first sight is a manifestation of uncontrollable and often inexplicable attraction.

It can happen at any time and to anyone, whether in a public place, at a party with friends or even at work. Sometimes, just a simple exchange of glances is enough for the magic to happen. Love at first sight is often accompanied by a feeling of well-being and fulfillment, but can also generate a certain amount of stress and anxiety.

However, it is important to keep in mind that love at first sight is not necessarily a sign of a successful and lasting relationship. It can simply be the result of a strong physical attraction or a projection of our own desires and fantasies onto the other person.

To build a healthy and lasting relationship, it is important to take the time to get to know the other person better and to develop real complicity and sincere communication. Love at first sight can be the starting point of a beautiful story, but it should not be the only criterion for choice.

Love at first sight: myth or reality?

It is interesting to know that a quarter of French people do not believe in love at first sight. So, it seems that ¾ of French people believe that you can fall in love at first sight. Love at first sight is described with a list of symptoms such as palpitations, hot flashes, and reddening of the cheeks.

It’s a strong emotion, really strong. You feel good, time stops. You have a feeling of déjà vu as if you’ve known the person forever. And immediately the obsession begins.

For the more romantic, love at first sight is an emotion that comes from the heart and soul. In reality, it is more of a chemical phenomenon coming from our brain. It is our brain that sends signals to our body during this strong emotion for a person. These signals trigger molecules of happiness in us like endorphins and dopamine.

However, that doesn’t take away from the pleasure felt when it happens and that’s what matters.

You should know that love at first sight is also a question of spontaneity. We are most of the time attracted to people who match our genes and physical criteria. Attraction can be reinforced by a perfume, a smile, the tone of a voice.

It is clear that love at first sight is not a love story but rather a phenomenon of strong attraction.

They say it takes no more than half a second to fall in love with someone. It’s like the euphoric effect of a line of cocaine. You don’t have to be high to compare. It’s a symbolic comparison. But like drugs, the effect of love at first sight can wear off just as quickly.

How can you imagine having a solid love story in half a second? Without knowing the other person, apart from their physical appearance, it’s a bit difficult to imagine… Love is built over time. You have to get to know each other and share moments together to see if you can talk about love.

Love at first sight may exist, but it cannot be associated with lasting love.

They always say that love always happens when you least expect it. They also say that about love at first sight, which doesn’t only happen to other people. Some people wait for it and others don’t even suspect it exists.

To be aware that love at first sight is a very strong emotion, a big boom that pierces you but that will pass, and to be cautious before embarking on a great love story… or to believe that the symptoms of love at first sight are the signs of a real love story and let yourself go? It’s up to each person to do as they can, as they believe.

How to deal with love at first sight when it happens?

First of all, we must distinguish between two cases: mutual love at first sight or not.

Mutual love at first sight.

This is the ideal. So yes, love at first sight can be fleeting but it can also last. Love is built over time. It will lose intensity over time, but that doesn’t prevent you from creating a real romantic relationship. The secret? Don’t idealize your partner or the relationship.

By idealizing a person too much, we often end up disappointed. Everyone has their faults and qualities, we must learn to know them and appreciate them. The conclusion is that we must not rush. We must take the time to know and discover ourselves to build a great love story.

What if love at first sight wasn’t mutual ?

You are completely smitten, obsessed with a person. Except that this feeling is not mutual.

You have to try to calm down, not get carried away. Nothing is lost but it is better to hide your crush so as not to scare off your future partner.

The idea is not to scare your crush but rather to seduce her.

Be yourself, don’t play a role, but try to contain your emotions.

It is possible that the magic will not work and that this love at first sight will never be reciprocated, so move on. Otherwise, you risk being very unhappy.

You will have another love at first sight. Even if everything seems confusing in your head, after a week of withdrawal, you will see things more clearly.

Love at first sight, you either believe it or you don’t. In the end, everyone forms their own opinion based on their own experiences.

And if you are struck by love at first sight, whether your love story lasts or not, enjoy it. And above all, try to keep good memories.

Contact our coaches to talk about it if you feel overwhelmed. They are there to listen and advise you.