The Sex Reimagined Podcast Leah & Dr. Willow: From Eros to Mania - The Spectrum of Ancient Greek Love Types
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In this episode, Leah and Dr. Willow explore nine ancient Greek words for different types of love. They discuss the meanings and nuances of eros (sexual/passionate love), philia (soulful friendship), storge (familial love), pragma (longstanding love), ludus (playful/fun love), mania (obsessive love), meraki (wholehearted creativity), philiautia (self-love), and agape (unconditional love).
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:
- Eros represents sexual desire and attraction while also encompassing a sense of aliveness and openness to what draws you in
- Philia refers to soul connections with friends, family, and romantic partners
- Storge describes the familial love & the natural devotion and care felt between family members.
- Pragma refers to mature, long-term love built on shared goals, compromise, and commitment
- Mania can manifest as obsessiveness and emotional instability in relationships
- Meraki involves doing something wholeheartedly and creatively with love and devotion
- Philiautia is described as self-love; it provides the foundation on which healthy love with others is built on.
- Agape refers to unconditional, spiritual love, often described as the ‘love for all’.
- Ludus represents a joyful, playful expression of love characterized by fun, laughter, casual connections, and sensory pleasures.
EPISODE LINKS *some links below may also be affiliate links
- Article by Andy Boyd - 9 Greek Words For Love You Should Know
- SxR Episode - Elayne Kalila Doughty: Eros - A Different Take on Love and Intimacy
- Loving Kindness Meditation Handout - Email support@sexreimagined.com for a free copy
- Ho'oponopono prayer goes like this: “I'm sorry, Please forgive me, Thank you, I love you.”
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