Deep love doesn’t always announce itself loudly. Most of the time, it shows up quietly — in the way you treat each other. Here are signs research and relationship experts often associate with healthy, lasting love: • You feel emotionally safe being yourself • Affection feels natural, not forced • You can disagree without fearing distance • Silence feels comfortable, not heavy • You support each other’s growth, not just closeness • You feel chosen, not taken for granted • Love feels steady, not c