One common element is opposition. Just as Romeo and Juliet faced family opposition, in real - life cases there is often some form of external resistance. It could be social class differences like in some historical love stories where a noble fell in love with a commoner. Another element is intense passion. These couples are deeply in love and that passion drives their actions. For example, in the case of some famous actors who fell in love on set, their love was so strong that they ignored potential career consequences.
The feeling of being fated or 'meant to be' is present. Romeo and Juliet believed they were fated to be together. In real - life, couples in these types of love stories often feel that they are soulmates. For instance, some couples who meet in extraordinary circumstances and feel an instant connection, believing that no matter what obstacles they face, they are supposed to be together.
Often, secrecy is involved. Romeo and Juliet had to keep their love a secret at first due to their families' feud. In real life, couples may have to keep their relationship under wraps because of various reasons such as work policies or cultural taboos. Also, a sense of sacrifice is common. Romeo and Juliet were willing to sacrifice for each other, and in real - life stories, we see couples making sacrifices like moving to a new place away from family or giving up certain opportunities for the sake of their relationship.