The beginning of a new relationship is always puppy-like love bliss. But long term, a deeper spiritual understanding is required. A spiritual understanding on who we are and why we are. Who we are is one not wanting to be alone. Why we are is companionship, friendship, love. As such we must not take our own personalities too serious and remember the purpose of otherness is first and foremost togetherness. A paradox of sorts. It is this the 'why' of the spaces in our togetherness. Space to embrace and time for love.
~ Wald Wassermann on Relationships