Is Love Fleeting
Love can feel fleeting at times, especially in today's fast-paced world where relationships face numerous challenges. People change, circumstances shift, and emotions evolve. However, love can also be enduring and resilient, capable of withstanding trials and growing stronger over time. It often depends on the individuals involved, their commitment, communication, and willingness to nurture the relationship. While some love may indeed be fleeting, many find lasting and profound connections that enrich their lives.
Love has been both fleeting and resilient in my life as a model and creative—a dichotomy that reflects the journey of navigating relationships with my culture, family, and romantic connections.
As a model, love often feels transient, defined by moments: the fleeting admiration of a perfect shot, the applause at wrap time , or the fleeting connections formed in the chaos of backstage. In the creative world, there’s always movement, change, and reinvention. This constant state of flux can make love feel elusive, difficult to grasp, and even harder to nurture.
But love, in its resilience, has also grounded me. My relationship with my culture has been a deep well of love—a steady reminder of who I am amidst an industry that often challenges identity. It's in the rhythms of my heritage, the food, the stories, and the rituals that keep me anchored, even when I’m far from home. My culture reminds me that love isn’t just found in grand gestures but in the quiet, consistent acts of care and tradition.
Family has been another pillar of love’s resilience. Their support, though sometimes at odds with the unconventional path I’ve chosen, has shown me the power of unconditional love. It’s in their patience, their sacrifices, and their belief in my journey—even when it’s not fully understood—that I find strength.
Romantic relationships have been more complicated, often tested by the demands of my career and the self-discovery that comes with it. Love in this realm has taught me resilience through heartbreak, growth, and the vulnerability of being seen for who I truly am. It’s been about learning to balance ambition with intimacy, independence with connection.
Through it all, I’ve come to understand that love, though it may feel fleeting in its immediacy, finds its resilience in the layers it leaves behind. In every goodbye, there’s a lesson; in every loss, a deeper understanding of what it means to love fully. My life as a model and creative has shown me that love is not a constant state but a practice—one I’m learning to master, piece by piece, moment by moment.
I’ve built a career that thrives on movement—one that demands I pack my life into a suitcase, navigate chaotic schedules, and hop on flights that always seem to take me somewhere else. It’s a life that’s exhilarating, filled with opportunity and the constant pursuit of something greater. But in all that movement, I’ve come to realize something profound: love isn’t fleeting; I am.
For so long, I believed that love slipped away because the demands of my career left little room for it to grow. Relationships were often interrupted by time zones, calls cut short by shoots running late, and plans sacrificed for last-minute castings. In the whirlwind of it all, I told myself that love couldn’t keep up with me—that it was love that was temporary, fragile, and unable to withstand the weight of my ambitions.
But the truth is, love was never the one leaving. It was me. I was the one moving too fast, too far, too often to allow love to root itself. I realized that I’ve been chasing a version of myself that’s always somewhere else, always in the future. And in doing so, I’ve left behind the very things that make life full: connection, presence, and vulnerability.
Yet, this realization hasn’t made me resent my career—it’s made me appreciate love even more. I’ve learned to cherish the moments I do have, no matter how brief, and to be fully present in them. Love doesn’t require grand gestures or endless time; it requires intention. Whether it’s a phone call home, a note, or a stolen weekend with someone who matters, I’ve come to understand that love can exist in the spaces between my flights, in the pauses of my chaos.
My journey has shown me that I’m not bound to be fleeting. I can choose to pause, to stay, to let love catch up with me. Because while my career may take me everywhere, love is what brings me back to myself—steady, unwavering, and always waiting to be claimed.
Moving forward at 26, I’ve come to realize that the constant movement of my life doesn’t have to mean being distant. It’s not just about the places I go or the milestones I reach—it’s about the moments I choose to create and hold onto. More than ever, I want those moments to be with my family.
I want to see my mom and dad more often, to feel the warmth of home and the quiet comfort of their presence. I want to walk downstairs and be met with my brothers’ nagging, knowing it’s their way of showing love. I want to fill our home with the annoying sound of my footsteps(because apparently I have a heavy foot), the same way I once did before life became so busy.
I want to laugh until my stomach hurts after family dinners, relishing the stories, the teasing, and the love that only grows stronger with time. And I want to walk through life with my niece, watching her become a girl with so much life, passion, and resilience—just like me.
As I step into this new chapter, I’m learning that love isn’t something to chase or prove. It’s already here, in the moments I create with the people I hold closest. My journey will always be full of flights and chaos, but it’s my family that keeps me grounded. Moving forward, I want to give them more of me—not the fleeting version but the present one, fully committed to cherishing the life and love we share.
How to Prioritize Love in Your Life
Be Present: No matter how busy you are, carve out time for those who matter. A simple text, call, or shared meal can go a long way.
Set Intentions: Love doesn’t always need grand gestures; it thrives in the small, intentional moments. Show you care in ways that feel authentic to you and those you love.
Create Traditions: Whether it’s weekly family dinners or a recurring coffee date with a friend, consistency nurtures connection.
Balance Your Goals: Chase your dreams unapologetically, but remember that love and ambition can coexist. Make room for the relationships that ground and inspire you.
Be Vulnerable: Allow yourself to be seen and loved for who you truly are, not just for what you accomplish.
Forgive and Let Go: Love grows when we release grudges and embrace the imperfections of ourselves and others.
Love is everywhere in your life. It’s in the laughter of your family, the quiet moments with friends, and the passion that fuels your dreams. Focusing on your goals deserves no guilt, but never forget to allow yourself to be loved—that’s what humans are built for.
