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A type of love that occurs when the relationship involves only commitment but no passion or intimacy.

Empty Love in the Triangular Theory of Love

Spielman, R. M., Jenkins, W. J., & Lovett, M. D. (2020, April 22). Psychology (2nd ed.). OpenStax. https://openstax.org/books/psychology-2e/pages/1-introduction

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Practicality can play a role in relationships, as people may have to interact with acquaintances in their social network. This may illustrate the purpose of empty love.

Purpose of Empty Love in Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love

Marco and Robert were asked to do a project together. They meet regularly but their interactions are task-oriented. They don't exchange any personal details and don't feel physical attraction towards each other. What kind of love do they share in Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love?

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