Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting
2546: The Things You Do for Me: How Your Partner's Investments Make You More Committed by Dr. Samantha Joel of Luvze
07 Apr 2025
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2546: Dr. Samantha Joel explores how a partner's emotional and practical investments, like moving cities or making daily sacrifices, not only boost their own commitment but also deepen their partner's commitment through feelings of gratitude. Her research reveals that such acts can strengthen bonds even in struggling relationships, offering both powerful potential and a cautionary tale for couples considering major decisions. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.luvze.com/the-things-you-do-for-me-how-your-partners-investments-make/ Quotes to ponder: "A highly invested partner is a partner worth committing to." "Participants who thought about their partners' investments subsequently felt the most committed to their relationships." "Investment decisions may be a double-edged sword, they may also motivate people to persevere even with chronically unfulfilling relationships." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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