Types of Love

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Across
  1. 1. 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. Commitment and dedication are required to reach “Pragma.” Instead of “falling in love,” you are “standing in love” with the partner you want by your side indefinitely.
  2. 4. is love without romantic attraction, occurring between friends or family members. It occurs when both people share the same values and respect each other — it’s commonly called “brotherly love.”
  3. 6. A close familiarity or friendship; closeness that involves emotional connection.
  4. 7. is a primal love that is an instinct for most people. It’s a passionate love displayed through physical affection. These romantic behaviors include kissing, hugging, and holding hands. This love is a desire for another person’s physical body.
  5. 8. A feeling of fellowship or friendship; a close relationship with someone.
  6. 11. is an obsessive love towards a partner. It leads to unwanted jealousy or possessiveness — known as codependency.
  7. 13. Having or expressing strong emotions, particularly in love and desire.
  8. 14. A type of love that is non-romantic and characterized by deep friendship and emotional connection.
  9. 15. Profound dedication or loyalty to someone; a strong and unwavering love.
  10. 17. A deep longing or desire for someone, often associated with love and affection.
  11. 18. A feeling of being drawn toward someone or something, often a precursor to romantic love.
  12. 19. 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. It’s challenging to exemplify the outbound types of love because you can’t offer what you don’t have.
  13. 20. Relating to love or a loving relationship; often characterized by the idealization of love.
  14. 21. is a naturally occurring love rooted in parents, children, and best friends. It’s an infinite love built upon acceptance and deep emotional connection. This love comes easily and immediately in parent-child relationships.
  15. 22. The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person.
Down
  1. 2. Showing fondness or tenderness towards someone.
  2. 3. Showing selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish love or kindness.
  3. 5. Love is given freely without conditions or limitations; total acceptance of another.
  4. 9. is a childlike, flirtatious love commonly found in the early stages of a relationship (a.k.a. the honeymoon stage). This type of love consists of teasing, playful motives, and laughter between two people. Although common in young couples
  5. 10. A dedication to a relationship or cause; a promise to be loyal and supportive.
  6. 12. is the highest level of love to offer. It’s given without any expectations of receiving anything in return. Offering Agape is a decision to spread love in any circumstances, including destructive ones. Agape is not a physical act, it’s a feeling, but acts of self-love can elicit Agape since self-monitoring leads to results.
  7. 16. Providing care and encouragement; fostering growth in a loving relationship.
  8. 21. To give up something valued for the sake of someone or something else, often seen in deep love.