Maria Romano rings in “LuvUary,” a month dedicated to celebrating love as a powerful, active force in our lives. She challenges the common idea that love is only a feeling and reframes it as a verb—something we do, not just something we say. Drawing on a striking quote from Teyana Taylor’s Golden Globes acceptance speech, Maria unpacks how love in action can transform both our careers and our personal relationships. She explores what it really means to “become more” instead of simply “doing more,” especially when we’re called to step up in difficult seasons. If you’re ready to show up differently, lead with heart, and love your way to the top, this episode will spark a new way of thinking about love.

Quotes:

• “Love is action, not just another word—people remember what you do, not what you say.”

• “You don’t have to do more to change your life; you have to become more and show up differently.”

• “Real love shows up when life throws you a curveball and you choose to step in, lead, and serve anyway.”

Takeaways:

• Love is not just a feeling or a phrase; it is a choice expressed through consistent action.

• The people who rise higher often do the same work as others but choose to show up with more intention, heart, and responsibility.

• “Becoming more” is about stepping into who you truly are, not simply piling on more tasks, hours, or hustle.

• Moments of crisis—illness, leadership gaps, or unexpected challenges—are your greatest opportunities to practice love in action.

• When you show love daily through small, intentional gestures, you strengthen relationships, lead more effectively, and deepen your own self-worth.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Happy LuvUary and Month of Love

00:45 – “Love Is Action, Not Just Another Word”

02:00 – Love in Professional vs Personal Life

03:15 – Becoming More Instead of Doing More

04:30 – Real-Life Examples of Love in Action

05:30 – Practical Ways to Show Love Daily

06:15 – Celebrate Love Beyond Valentine’s Day

Conclusion:

As “LuvUary” unfolds, Maria invites you to see love as the driving force behind how you show up in every area of your life. It’s not the big speeches or perfect words that matter most, but the everyday actions that quietly communicate care, commitment, and courage. By choosing to become more—not just do more—you step into a more authentic, powerful version of yourself. Whether it’s leading at work, caring for family, or simply being present with the people you share life with, love in action is what truly sets you apart. Carry this mindset beyond Valentine’s Day and let love shape the way you live, lead, and love yourself all year long.