Tag: love

November 8, 2025 / mohammed looti

Affection Exchange: Understanding & Types of Affection

Introduction to Affection Exchange Theory (AET) Affection Exchange Theory (AET), primarily developed by Dr. Kory Floyd, posits that expressing and receiving affection is a biologically adaptive behavior that contributes significantly to human survival and reproductive success. Unlike earlier models that viewed emotional expression solely through a social learning lens, AET integrates evolutionary principles, suggesting that […]

November 10, 2025 / mohammed looti

Altruistic Love: Understanding & Practicing Selfless Love

Introduction and Conceptual Definition Altruistic love represents one of the most complex and ethically revered concepts within psychological and philosophical inquiry, defined fundamentally as the selfless concern for the well-being of others without expectation of reward, acknowledgment, or reciprocal benefit. This form of affection transcends mere prosocial behavior, which often carries underlying egoistic or pragmatic […]