In 2023 I realized that the concept of limerence, or involuntary fixation on/intoxication with the inaccessibility of another individual (as described by psychologist Dorothy Tennov) explained an embarrassingly substantial chunk of my life. Recognizing this went a long way to improving my overall well-being, as did realizing that susceptibility to this state usually stems from... Continue Reading →
My last entry already feels like a sharply different era. After the recent abandonment of some ancient musty daydreams, and the onset of something close to resignation… …of course I finally got COVID. My improbable years-long wellness streak couldn’t go on forever, especially with my making a conscious effort to get out on the local... Continue Reading →
I’ve spent the past few days exploring the cybertunnels of the subreddit r/limerence. There, folks spanning at least three generations attempt to publicly process their obsessive, unrequited feelings for other individuals. Feelings for happily married high school exes that symptomize a late-onset existentialism. Feelings for senior workplace colleagues with whom a relationship would be career... Continue Reading →
I’ve made it pretty plain that I have had one main muse for a looong time, and my recent rude awakening on the topic of limerence had to do with them. However, I’d be remiss to give them all the flowers, since when I think back, there have been MANY “Limerent Objects” (LOs) over the... Continue Reading →
I’ve always thought limerence was simply the term for the honeymoon part of a new romantic and/or sexual relationship. But recently, watching one of those questionable YouTube videos by someone who may or may not be an actual mental health expert, I had a eureka moment that “limerence” is probably the right word for the... Continue Reading →
The Sold Kingdom 