Sexual friendships are often dismissed as mere infatuation or friendship with benefits, but they have important implications for partnering norms and ideals. In fact, when viewed from an evolutionary...
How Preferences Open Doors To Unexpected Forms Of Creativity
Creativity is a broad concept that encompasses many different areas of human activity. It can refer to anything from artistic...
Preferences Intersecting With Gender and Culture: An Exploration
One's identity is shaped by many factors, including preferences. Identity can be defined as an individual's sense of self-worth,...
How do preferences reveal a hidden language of comfort and safety?
We are all unique individuals who have different ways of expressing ourselves and communicating with others. One way to explore...
Fantasy Complicates or Clarifies Sexual Orientation
Fantasy can be an important aspect of one's sexual identity, but it is also sometimes difficult to understand how it relates to real life...
How do preferences mirror the desire for autonomy versus closeness?
Desire for autonomy is the ability to make one's own decisions without being influenced or controlled by others. It can be seen...
The intersection of preferences with religion or ethics can be complicated and multifaceted. In some cases, individuals may feel that their religious or ethical beliefs conflict with certain...
Self-Awareness and Preferences
Self-awareness is essential to understanding one's own thoughts, feelings, and behavior and how they affect others. It involves recognizing your strengths,...
Preferences can be beneficial to individuals and groups, but when they become rigid demands, it can lead to conflict and misunderstanding. Rigid demands are expectations that cannot be compromised or...
Research suggests that people's preferences in romantic partners can indicate their underlying psychological needs. In this article, I will explore how these needs may manifest themselves in choices...