8 GREEK WORDS FOR "LOVE" TO FULFILL YOUR RELATIONSHIP

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FUN FACT:

- Did you know that Ancient Greeks used 8 different words for “Love”?  - What we throw under the same umbrella of love (“I love you, baby”) are many different feelings and emotions. - A successful relationship should include a healthy mix of all "Loves" that Greeks knew about.

1. Eros – Sexual Passion

Sexual compatibility is knowing your intimate desires and communicating them to your partner.

2. Philia – Deep Friendship

Loyalty to one another, making sacrifices, and sharing emotions are all elements of a successful partnership.

3. Ludus – Playful Love

That feeling of “butterflies” you get when you see each other.

4. Agape – Unconditional, Selfless Love

Being prepared to go out of your way to care for the other person – whether it’s a family member or a distant stranger.

5. Pragma – Longstanding, Mature Love

Patience, making compromises, and working toward a common goal.

6. Meraki – Being Creative Together

You feel Meraki when you lose yourself dancing, painting, cooking, or doing anything else that brings a smile to your face.

7. Philautia – Self-Love

If you don’t love yourself, how can you expect your partner to love you?

8. Mania – Obsessive Love

Ok, let’s limit our obsession with your partner to a healthy minimum.

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