Everyone experiences a relationship a little differently when it comes to love styles. Some people fall head over heels with intense passion, while others grow their bond slowly, building on deep friendship.

Psychologist John Alan Lee identified six distinct love styles—unique approaches to love that shape how we connect with our partners. While there is no singular, “right” way to love, a review published in the Open Journal of Social Sciences suggests that the strongest marriages often share four love styles that bring more stability, joy, and longevity to relationships.

According to the study, four love styles contribute to strong marriages.

Eros, the romantic love style, centers on passionate and intense attraction, and a profound emotional connection. Eros creates an exciting and energetic atmosphere in a relationship, filled with butterflies, emotional highs, and a strong desire for closeness.

Research suggests that this love style is closely tied to high levels of marital satisfaction. Eros is also associated with having a secure attachment style, which creates trust and stability in relationships.

Such love also involves mutual support, commitment, a strong sense of partnership, and positive strategies for conflict resolution and stressful situations, which helps nurture a long-term connection.

However, like any intense emotion, it’s also important that the passion remains balanced. When it becomes excessive, it can lead to........

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