Psychologist: The beauty of love lies in embracing imperfection

Psychologist Gabriel Rolón shared insights into the complexities of romantic relationships, asserting that the true beauty of love lies in embracing a partner's imperfections. "What fun is there in loving someone who is perfect?" Rolón questioned during an interview with Luis Novaresio on LN+. He elaborated that the illusion of completeness in a partner often fades, revealing their inherent flaws, which are a natural part of being human.

Rolón introduced the metaphor of a "VTV of love," drawing a parallel to the mandatory vehicle inspection in Argentina, to highlight the necessity of periodic relationship assessments. He observed that many individuals remain in unsatisfying partnerships, either due to an unwillingness to accept their partner's flaws or a sense of resignation. This often stems from a deep-seated fear of loneliness, a condition he described as intrinsic to human existence, even when surrounded by loved ones.

"The fear of loneliness is intrinsic to the human being," Rolón stated, explaining that even in moments of closeness, a sense of solitude can persist. He cautioned against maintaining harmful relationships driven by this fear, likening it to navigating life "without a spare tire, without a fire extinguisher, with the vehicle of love a bit broken."

Furthermore, Rolón delved into the nature of desire, defining it as a discomforting signal of "lack" – the recognition of something missing. "Desire makes you uncomfortable because it points out the lack. You desire what you don't have," he explained. This desire, he suggested, prompts individuals to seek fulfillment through various means, such as relationships, career success, or other pursuits, in an attempt to fill an "impossible to fill" void. He concluded that living with this inherent sense of lack is fundamental to the human condition.

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Vas a empezar a caminar alrededor de eso que te falta, buscándole algunos semblantes. Un amor, un libro, un éxito, un programa de televisión, un trabajo, un hijo. Lo que vos quieras que son todos nobles intentos de llenar un vacío imposible de ser llenado.