Love——My first lecture in Miss Harrell's class

Good morning, everyone!

　　My name is Tim. Today my topic is Love.

　　Love is very important in our life. Because without it life has no meaning or purpose. Love allows us to do more than we could ever accomplish without its power. So often we take good care of our physical needs. We make sure that our bodies are fed, cleaned, clothed, exercised and rested. However we tend to overlook the most important need-love. But as a society, love is not overlooked. Popular media places great emphasis on what we need to do to attract love. But being loved is as powerful an emotional need as that desire to live someone else.

　　The need to love or care for others is built into us biologically. This need is what allows parents to give up sleep and food while raising their children. This need is what allows people to put themselves at risk to save others from natural disasters or threats.

　　Love means to cherish, hold dear and treasure. We do not hurt, harm, or cause pain to those we love. Rather we seek to alleviate their suffering. It’s not about wanting to possess or control them. It’s about wanting to set them free. Love is the power that allows the wheel of life to continue turning. For when we love, we look beyond our own needs and desires. We sacrifice our time, our energy, our wishes and sometimes even ourselves because of love. It is love that allows emergency service personal to face danger. It is love that allows soldiers to risk everything. The ultimate definition of love is not about feeling good, but rather about doing good!

　　That’s my speech. Thank you for your listening!