In recent episodes, we’ve considered the need for compromise and mutual concessions in any relationship. We’ve also explored my proposal that relationships can be sorted into two general categories, based on the associated level of emotional commitment: “core” relationships; and “non-core” relationships, which we might describe by terms such as “peripheral”, or “secondary”, or “lovers” (as distinct from “partners”). While avoiding the potential morass of imposing a hierarchy on relationships, we noted that this distinction has implications for how we manage our relationships.
In this episode, we’ll tackle the difficult question of what gauges we can apply to a particular relationship, to determine whether it’s a core relationship for us.
Dr. Claude Cruz is a relationship and intimacy coach based in the Portland, OR area. He holds a PhD in Human Sexuality from the Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality (IASHS), as well as a Professional Sex Coach certification from Sex Coach U. Dr. Claude is passionate about promoting and supporting deep human connection. He develops and delivers workshops and other events regarding that topic, as well as being available for individual and couples intimacy coaching. He can be contacted at claude@twoopendoors.com.
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