On Relationships: A Partner in Life is a Partner in Pursuing Purpose

Update: 2023-09-11

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A narrated essay reflecting on the five stages of relationships for both monogamists and non-monogamists, delineating when a romantic interest should move to the next stage.

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Timestamps:

(00:00 ) - Intro

(01:21 ) - Beginning of Essay

(03:03 ) - Stage 1: Need Fulfillment

(04:18 ) - Stage 2: Mutual Benefit

(05:37 ) - Stage 3: Romantic Trial Period

(06:37 ) - Stage 4: Resource Trial Period

(07:47 ) - Stage 5: Life Partners

(09:32 ) - Pursuing Purpose Together

(12:09 ) - Monogamy vs Non-Monogamy

(14:43 ) - Polarity in Relationships

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On Relationships: A Partner in Life is a Partner in Pursuing Purpose

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On Relationships: A Partner in Life is a Partner in Pursuing Purpose