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Thinking about romantic/erotic love

H Grunebaum1

  • 1Harvard Medical School, MA, USA.

Journal of Marital and Family Therapy
|July 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary
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Romantic love is an uncontrollable, infrequent emotion. While valued, it can conflict with other life goals, and long-term relationships require more than just romantic feelings.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Relationship Science

Background:

  • Romantic/erotic love is a significant human experience with profound implications.
  • Understanding the nature of love is crucial for therapeutic interventions and relationship counseling.
  • Societal views often elevate love as a primary basis for marriage and long-term partnerships.

Observation:

  • Individuals report a lack of volitional control over the onset and experience of romantic/erotic love.
  • These intense emotional states are typically infrequent occurrences throughout a person's lifespan.
  • The pursuit and experience of romantic love are highly valued, yet can present complex conflicts with other personal values and societal expectations.

Findings:

  • Romantic love is often perceived as an essential prerequisite for marriage, influencing relationship formation.

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  • The subjective experience of love is characterized by its uncontrollability and infrequency.
  • Resolving conflicts between the value of being with a loved one and other life goods lacks clear guidelines.
  • Sustaining long-term relationships, particularly marriage, necessitates qualities beyond romantic love, such as companionship, commitment, and shared goals.

    • Implications:

    • Therapeutic approaches may need to address the uncontrollable nature of romantic love and its potential for conflict with other values.
    • Counseling should acknowledge that while romantic love is important, other relationship skills are critical for marital success.
    • Further research is needed to develop frameworks for navigating value conflicts arising from romantic relationships.
    • Understanding the interplay between romantic love and other relationship factors can inform interventions aimed at promoting healthier, more sustainable partnerships.