Love

LOVE
Is a special attachment one has
for himself/herself or for
somebody else. it is an intense
feeling of deep constant affection
and emotion in which a person
sees to the good, happiness, and
welfare of the other.
Three of the most common
kinds
of love are
as follows:
Romantic Love
Also called passionate love,
it includes an intermingling
of different emotions:
fear, anger, sexual desire,
joy, and jealousy
among others.
 Affectionate Love
Also referred to as
companionate love, it is the
type of love that occurs when
someone has deep and caring
affection for a person and
desires to have him/her near
constantly.
Consummate Love
It is the strongest and
fullest type of love
(Sternberg, 1985). This ideal
form of love involves
passion, intimacy, and
commitment.
 The Triangular Theory of
Love
>Robert Sternberg (1985)
Three components:
• Passion
• Intimacy
• Commitment
 Passion
Has something to do with physical and sexual
attraction to another.

Intimacy
Is characterized by the emotional feelings of
warmth, closeness, and sharing of the
relationship.
Commitment
Commitment is the cognitive appraisal of the
relationship and the intent to maintain even in
the face of problems.
 Some interpretations on the illustration
are as follows:
• If passion is the only ingredient present, the feeling is
Infatuation, as in a fling or an affair.
• Intimacy and commitment without passion show
affectionate love.
• The combination of passion and commitment without
Intimacy results in fatuous love.
• Consummate love is achieved if all three components are
present
Every person is capable of loving. Without love, people
become lonely and social relationships suffer. There are
many ways of showing love, and they could vary in form
and in depth. People who freely share and give love, and
are loved in return, are happy people.
 TYPES OF LOVE
• PHILIA- Affectionate Love
Is love without romantic attraction and occurs between friends
or family members. It occurs when both people share the same
values and respect each other it's commonly referred to as
"brotherly love"

2. PRAGMA- Enduring Love

Is a unique bonded love that matures over many years. It's an
everlasting love between a couple that chooses to put equal
effort into their relationship.
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3. STORGE- Familial Love
Is a naturally occurring love rooted in parents and children, as
well as best friends. It's an infinite love built upon acceptance
and deep emotional connection.

4. EROS- Romantic Love

Is a primal love that comes as a natural instinct for most
people. It's a passionate love displayed through physical
affection.
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5. LUDUS- Playful Love
Is a child-like and flirtatious love commonly found in the
beginning stages of a relationship (a.k.a. the honeymoon stage).
This type of love consists of teasing, playful motives and
laughter between two people.
6. MANIA- Obsessive Love
Is an obsessive love towards a partner. It leads to unwanted
jealousy or possessiveness- known as codependency. Most cases
of obsessive love are found in couples with an imbalance of love
towards each other.
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7. PHILAUTIA- Self Love
Is a healthy form of love where you recognize your self-
worth and don't ignore your personal needs. Self-love begins
with acknowledging your responsibility for your well-being.

8. AGAPE- Selfless Love

Is the highest level of love to offer. It's given without any
expectations of receiving anything in return.
 STAGES IN THE DEVELOPMENT
OF LOVE

The development of love typically goes through different

stages, and while these stages are not universally
experienced in the same way by everyone, they provide a
general framework for understanding the progression of
romantic relationships.
 Here are common stages in the development
of love:

1. Attraction
This is the initial stage where individuals feel drawn to each other.
Attraction can be based on physical appearance, shared interests,
personality traits, or a combination of factors.

2. Infatuation
Is characterized by an intense emotional and physical attraction. It is
often associated with a heightened sense of euphoria, idealization of the
other person, and a strong desire for closeness.
 Here are common stages in the development
of love:
3. Establishment of Connection
As the relationship progresses, individuals work on establishing a deeper
emotional connection. This involves sharing personal stories, values, and
goals.

4. Building Intimacy
Intimacy involves both emotional and physical closeness. Couples in this
stage become more comfortable with vulnerability and begin to share
their true selves.
 Here are common stages in the development
of love:
5. Commitment
Commitment is a crucial stage where individuals make a conscious decision to
invest in the relationship for the long term. This commitment may be
expressed through exclusivity, shared plans, or formal agreements like
marriage.

6. Mature Love
Mature love is characterized by a deep, enduring connection. The initial
intensity of infatuation may subside, but it is replaced by a more stable,
secure, and profound bond.
 Here are common stages in the development
of love:

7. Renewal or Decline
Relationships may experience periods of renewal, where couples
actively work to keep the love alive through shared experiences, ongoing
communication, and adapting to changes.

On the other hand, some relationships may decline if there are

unresolved issues, unmet needs, or a lack of effort from one or both
partners.
Thank you!