There’s a fine line between loving someone and loving someone with all your heart. It’s the difference between liking pizza and craving it at 2 am even if you have to drive across the city.

As a relationship expert, I’ve spent years studying the nuances of love, and psychology has provided some fascinating insights. When your partner loves you with all their heart, they show it in specific ways that might not always be obvious.

In this article, I’m going to share eight signs that suggest your partner is head over heels for you, backed by psychology.

These aren’t just romantic clichés but real, tangible signs that your partner is wholeheartedly in love with you.

Let’s dive in.

1) They’re attuned to your emotions

Love is a profound emotion, and when someone loves you with all their heart, they’re deeply connected to your emotional world.

Psychologists call this emotional attunement. It’s the ability to sense and understand someone else’s emotions at a deep level. It goes beyond merely knowing what you’re feeling; it’s about empathizing and responding in ways that make you feel supported and understood.

Remember that time when you were having a tough day, and without even saying anything, your partner just knew? They hugged you, made you your favorite comfort food, or simply sat next to you in silence. That’s emotional attunement at work.

When your partner consistently shows this kind of emotional understanding, it’s a beautiful sign of wholehearted love. 

2) They prioritize your happiness

When someone truly loves you, your happiness becomes intertwined with their own. They’re willing to go that extra mile to ensure that you’re content, even if it sometimes means putting your needs before theirs.

I remember my grandmother, a wise woman with a heart full of love, once said to me, “Tina, when you love someone, their happiness becomes your joy. And their sorrow, your pain.” This wisdom resonates with me every day in my work and personal life.

As the great poet Maya Angelou once beautifully put it – “Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.”

A partner who loves you with all their heart will make your happiness a priority and won’t hesitate to leap over any hurdles to see a smile on your face.

3) They respect your boundaries

Boundaries are essential in any healthy relationship. They’re the invisible lines that help us maintain our individuality, even when we’re deeply connected to another person.

When someone loves you with all their heart, they not only respect your boundaries but also encourage you to set and maintain them. They understand that a relationship is about two individuals who choose to share their lives while still being their unique selves.

In my book, Breaking The Attachment: How To Overcome Codependency in Your Relationship, I delve deeper into the importance of maintaining healthy boundaries and overcoming codependency in relationships. I can’t stress enough the role of boundaries in fostering a loving, respectful partnership.

If your partner understands and respects your boundaries, it’s a clear sign of their deep love for you. It shows they value your individuality and want the best for you, even when it means stepping back or making adjustments to cater to your needs.

4) They don’t shy away from conflict

This might seem counterintuitive, but hear me out. When your partner truly loves you, they won’t shy away from conflict. In fact, they’ll see it as an opportunity to grow and strengthen the relationship.

Conflict, when navigated healthily, can lead to better understanding, mutual respect, and improved communication. It’s not about winning or losing; it’s about learning and understanding each other better.

Most people have a misconception that a perfect relationship is one without conflict. But the truth is, conflict is unavoidable. It’s how you deal with it that makes all the difference.

If your partner is willing to respectfully engage in conflict and work through disagreements with you, it’s a sign of their love and commitment. They love you enough to face the tough stuff and work through it rather than sweep it under the carpet. 

5) They celebrate your successes

Remember the time when you landed that big job or finally finished that project you were working on for months? How did your partner react? If they were genuinely happy and celebrated your success as if it was their own, that’s a sign of their wholehearted love for you.

When someone loves you deeply, they revel in your accomplishments. They’re your cheerleader, your biggest supporter, and they take pride in seeing you thrive.

I recall when my husband celebrated my first book’s publication by throwing a surprise party with all our close friends and family. I was overwhelmed by his joy and pride in my success. It was then I realized how deeply he loved me.

6) They’re not afraid to show vulnerability

This one’s real, raw, and straight from the heart. When your partner loves you with all they’ve got, they’re not afraid to show their vulnerability. They let you see them at their weakest, their most unsure, their most human.

Love thrives in authenticity. It’s about showing up, not as who we think we should be, but as who we are. And that includes our fears, our doubts, our insecurities.

When your partner is comfortable to share their vulnerabilities with you, it’s a profound sign of trust and love. They’re saying, “Here I am, in all my imperfections and weaknesses. And I trust you enough to show you this side of me.”

If your partner opens up and shows their vulnerable side, cherish it. It’s one of the most genuine signs of deep love. Remember, it takes courage to be vulnerable in front of someone we love.

7) They make time for you, no matter how busy they are

As a relationship expert and a busy author, I know all too well how challenging it can be to balance work, personal life, and love. But I’ve learned and seen in countless relationships that when someone loves you deeply, they make time for you, no matter how busy their schedule might be.

It’s not about having time; it’s about making time. No one is ever too busy for the people they truly care about.

As the renowned author Stephen R. Covey said, “Most of us spend too much time on what is urgent and not enough time on what is important.”

In love, making time for your partner is not just urgent; it’s important.

8) They accept you, flaws and all

Let’s get real here. We’re all imperfect beings with our unique quirks, flaws, and baggage. And when someone loves you deeply, they accept and love you for who you are, not who they want you to be.

This acceptance goes beyond mere tolerance; it’s about embracing each other’s strengths and weaknesses, understanding that these unique traits make you who you are. It’s about seeing the beauty in imperfections.

If your partner cherishes your individuality and loves you, warts and all, it’s a raw and honest sign of their deep love. They love the entire package – your strengths, your weaknesses, your quirks – all of it.

Conclusion: Love is in the details

When it comes to love, it’s often the little things that speak volumes. These signs I’ve shared with you are not just romantic notions; they’re grounded in psychology and my personal and professional experience.

Love isn’t about grand gestures or picture-perfect moments; it’s about genuine connection, respect, and acceptance. It’s about celebrating each other’s successes, facing conflicts together, and embracing each other’s vulnerabilities.

If you’d like to delve deeper into maintaining healthy relationships and overcoming codependency, I invite you to check out my book, Breaking The Attachment: How To Overcome Codependency in Your Relationship.

In the end, remember that love is a journey, not a destination. And every journey is unique. So cherish your love story, with all its imperfections and beautiful moments. After all, it’s these unique experiences that make your love story truly yours.