Fun fact, find the answer at the bottom of this email.

Susannah Hoffs, lead singer of the Bangles, wrote this song using the eternal flame metaphor suggested by two shrines created for the same legendary singer. Which singer is that?

Close your eyes, give me your hand, Darling

For those who feel that they are ready for an eternal flame, willing to always work hard to earn it, and cherish it so they never lose it.

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Lyrics

Close your eyes
Give me your hand, darling
Do you feel my heart beating?
Do you understand?

Do you feel the same?
Am I only dreaming?
Is this burning an eternal flame?

“Eternal Flame” has a very soft, vulnerable feel to it. The story goes that their Producer Davitt Sigerson challenged lead singer, Susannah, to record the vocals in the studio while she was completely naked. He lied to her and said that Olivia Newton-John recorded that way. Susannah took the challenge. She said, "I imagined it would feel like skinny dipping—vulnerable yet freeing – and I decided to try it. Nobody could see me; there was a baffle in front of me and it was dark." She liked the experience enough to sing all her vocals on the album that way.

How do you know if you’ve found “The One”? This is from an article in BetterHelp;

How to know if you’ve found “the one”

Recognizing that you’ve found “the one” can seem like a profound realization, yet it might be elusive or challenging to put into words. Let’s explore some signs that may indicate you’ve found that special person with whom you have a deep, meaningful connection.

Comfort and safety

When you’re with “the one,” you might feel a sense of ease, comfort, and safety. You can be your authentic self without fear of judgment or criticism. There’s generally a feeling of home, a place where you’re understood and accepted.

Research suggests that feelings of love reduce stress and provide various health benefits including; lower blood pressure and better sleep. 

Healthy communication

Communication with “the one” often feels natural and effortless. Even in disagreements, you find ways to understand each other and reach compromises. Your conversations are meaningful, and you’re not afraid to discuss your feelings, fears, or dreams. If you are not seeing eye-to-eye, you want to make an effort to reach a mutual understanding while remaining respectful during the conversation.

Same goals and dreams

You and “the one” likely have aligned life goals and a vision for the future. Whether it’s career paths, family planning, or personal growth, you work together towards these goals, supporting each other along the way.

You overcome challenges together

Life is not without its challenges, but with “the one,” you face them together. Instead of tearing you apart, hardships tend to strengthen your bond. You become a team that can weather any storm, learning and growing from each experience.

Mutual admiration and inspiration

You admire each other’s qualities and find inspiration in each other’s strengths. There’s usually mutual respect and encouragement that pushes both of you to be better individuals.

Intuition and gut feeling

Sometimes, knowing you’ve found “the one” is an intuitive feeling, a deep inner knowing that this person is right for you. It’s a connection that feels different, more profound than other relationships.

Your happiness is their happiness

You find joy in each other’s happiness and strive to make each other’s lives more fulfilling. Your partner’s successes feel like your own, and you celebrate them together.

They make you want to be a better person

Being with “the one” encourages you to grow and improve yourself. You feel motivated to be the best version of yourself, not out of pressure but because of their positive influence on you.

You think long-term

When envisioning your future, your partner is an integral part of it. You make plans together, considering each other’s needs and desires, and see a lasting future together.

Lyrics

Say my name
Sun shines through the rain
A whole life so lonely
And then you come and ease the pain
I don't want to lose this feeling, ohh

The song features a dramatic bridge that takes the song to a wonderfully emotional place, and adds to the overall dynamics of the piece.

These lyrics “life so lonely and you come and ease the pain, I don’t wan’t to lose this feeling” are so powerful! To find our “Eternal Flame” and feel that we are ready for it, willing to always work hard to earn it, and cherish it so we can never lose it, is the best feeling in the world!

Think about this…

Are you and your sweetheart able to be your authentic self when you are together?

How do you come together as a team to overcome life’s obstacles?

What was the last “win” that you celebrated together?

Key Take Aways

• Make no mistake, true love is hard work but it leads to the best experiences that the world has to offer

• Our highest purpose is to generate LOVE

Fun Fact Trivia:

Susannah Hoffs, lead singer of the Bangles, wrote this song using the eternal flame metaphor suggested by two shrines created for the same legendary singer. Which singer is that?

Answer: There are two eternal flames, serving as a shrine for Elvis Presley. One is located at his gravesite in the Garden of Memories. The other is located at his home, Graceland.

Love is the greatest adventure!

~LaDena

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