True feelings, in my opinion, do not appear suddenly. They grow gradually, like a small sprout that eventually turns into a strong tree. This is what stays with you, even when the first emotions pass, when reality begins to displace illusions. True feelings do not disappear after the first conflict or difficulty. On the contrary, they become stronger, overcoming obstacles.

How to recognize this depth? It seems to me that the key is constancy and willingness to accept a person as he is. True feelings are manifested in care, in the ability to hear and support each other, even when not everything goes smoothly. This is the ability to look at a partner not through rose-colored glasses, but through the prism of real life, accepting shortcomings, weaknesses, and peculiarities.

Another sign is a feeling of inner peace. When you know that you can be yourself next to this person, and you do not need to pretend or change for the sake of someone's expectations. True feelings are not only passion and delight, but also deep understanding, trust and respect. It's when you create something more than just a relationship together, when each of you becomes better next to the other.

Maybe the truth is that real feelings are something that can't be described in words or put on shelves. It's something that is felt by the heart and soul, something that is difficult to explain, but impossible not to notice. The main thing is to be honest with yourself and not be afraid to listen to your inner voice. After all, only it will tell you when something is truly real in front of you.