Savvy Psychologist

E531 - How a love triangle can build a better relationship

Published: September 24, 2025

Duration: 9:48

531. Have you ever wondered why some relationships last while others fizzle? In this episode, Dr. Johnson looks at Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love to help you understand the dynamics of your relationships. She looks at the roles of emotional closeness, physical attraction, and long-term commitment, and how their presence or absence shapes different kinds of love.

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