When you really want something, do you work hard to get it? When you really like someone, do you put in a little extra effort to impress that person? The common answer to both of these questions is yes. So why does it change when you love someone? Why do some people say, “If you love someone, let them go”? I understand that that sentiment might make it seem like you are giving the other person the freedom to choose for his/herself, but I don't believe letting go is the best way to show someone you love him or her.

"When you love someone, you never give up on them."

Maybe it's just me, but if someone I thought cared about me let me go when things got difficult, I wouldn't feel loved; I would feel like I never meant much to him in the first place.

“A person that truly loves you will never let you go, no matter how hard the situation is."

One of the ways I know who I want to stay in my life is by looking around at the people who not only cheer me on through good times, but support me through the bad times. I don't want someone who is going to "graciously" let me go when I have a lot going on; I want someone who will stay by my side and be a form of stability when everything else seems to be falling apart.

“The best things in life are worth waiting for, fighting for, believing in, and just never letting go of.”

You know what's most important to you by what you're willing to fight for. If you care, show it by letting the person know you will be there no matter what and aren't going to let go when things get rough. Show them they're worth fighting for.

Admittedly, sometimes the right choice is to let go, but don't be the person who goes down without a fight. Be the one who works hard for what they love.

Some might say people like me don't know when to let go, but I'd rather hold on too long than let go too soon.