Dating someone a little smarter, wealthier, or more attractive than we are can be a source of pride. But when the gap between partners is too large, it can become a source of tension. Here's why.
Desiring superior potential partners, who are about 25 percent more desirable than how we see ourselves, is the norm.
Significant gaps between romantic partners are toxic, while small gaps can be valuable in some circumstances, such as romantic relationships. The value of equality in close relationships has been cherished in both philosophical and empirical studies. Discussions on equality infocus on two major kinds: an equal status and autonomy and an equal sense of the person’s overall value. The first factor is hardly disputable, while the second, my focus here, is divisive. Notwithstanding the value of equality, many people dream of marrying someone superior to them.
Significant inequalities in a couple’s overall values is problematic for an enduring loving relationship. What about minor inequalities?
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