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A lover is not a traditional “partner,” but they do seem to hold a nearly-mythical status in society when it comes to passion, sexual intimacy, and intensity. But what are the actual dynamics of these relationships, and what does it really mean if you have a lover? In this article, we’ll explore the nature of these curious connections, compare them to more typical relationships, and illuminate whether these kind of hook-ups are right for you.
Things You Should Know
- A lover is someone you have a passionate sexual relationship with. It could be a short-term fling or a longer-term arrangement.
- Unlike traditional relationships, lovers have no expectations when it comes to going on dates, romancing one another, or committing to things.
- Lover-style relationships can get messy if both parties aren’t upfront about their expectations and boundaries.
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- ↑ https://www.huffpost.com/entry/when-your-lover-really-becomes-your-partner_b_9876282
- ↑ https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2022/oct/28/my-lover-says-he-cant-leave-his-wife-and-child-for-me-is-he-being-dishonest
- ↑ https://www.huffpost.com/entry/when-your-lover-really-becomes-your-partner_b_9876282
- ↑ https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/soloish/wp/2017/01/11/i-want-a-lover-not-a-boyfriend/
- ↑ https://www.huffpost.com/entry/when-your-lover-really-becomes-your-partner_b_9876282
- ↑ https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/soloish/wp/2017/01/11/i-want-a-lover-not-a-boyfriend/
- ↑ https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2022/oct/28/my-lover-says-he-cant-leave-his-wife-and-child-for-me-is-he-being-dishonest
- ↑ https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2022/oct/28/my-lover-says-he-cant-leave-his-wife-and-child-for-me-is-he-being-dishonest
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