Your film is a valuable contribution to the subject of love. People are always speaking and singing about love as if there is an accepted definition. When I was younger I learnt to stop asking people what they meant by that word as I felt they did not want to pursue the topic. I observed that people did not really “fall in love” but “fell into needs”. But that is not very romantic. Ego love is conditional – “I will love you as long as you love me”. It’s where we all start. I believe there is an unconditional love and Ken Wapnick was alluding to that in the film. If we can be honest about what passes for love in this world – conditional ego love – I believe we are closer to discovering the real thing.
Love’s Journey is a veritable treat for the heart and mind. Rick Bechard took an elusive yet familiar topic and rendered it enlightening and thought provoking. The various interviews with professionals, a clergyman and everyday people give a brilliant overview of diverse thinking and understanding on what it means to fall in love, or to be in love. I applaud Rick Bechard on having produced this wonderful and inspiring documentary. I particularly applaud him for having had the foresight to interview the Dr. Ken Wapnick, clinical psychologist and teacher of A Course in Miracles. Dr. Wapnick’s commentary and in-depth understanding of human nature and spirituality cannot but touch one deeply about the psychological motivation behind seeking love, and its true meaning in our lives. Mylene D’Astous, sexologist, gives some practical and sensitive, down-to-earth ways of dealing with everyday issues in love relationships. Rev. Monsignor Peter Riani, for his part, gives a more traditional but loving view on love and relationships. My first reaction after viewing this film was “I want more!” I sincerely hope there is a Part II. I recommend buying this film highly.Thank you Rick Bechard!