It’s easy to love babies, pets and people who appreciate, love and respect us. It’s easy to love those who share our point of view and seem just like us. But what about those who aren’t like us, don’t like us, behave in ways we don’t respect, or even anger, annoy and perturb us? The mark of a truly advanced spirit is one who’s able to love even when the love is not returned. That kind of love is selfless and unconditional. Wanting the best for everyone, regardless of who they are and how they act is…

Real love.