Acceptance of situations regardless of outcome. Originated in 1549 in Book of Prayer for marriage vows. Used in marriage, job decisions, and life choices
Born February 20, 1967, in Glencoe, Illinois. Graduated from New Trier High School in 1985. Attended DePaul University Theatre School before being cut
Theory identifies three main components: intimacy, passion, and commitment. Intimacy represents feelings of closeness and connection. Passion involves drives for romance and physical attraction. Commitment means long-term commitment to maintain love
"Locked in" means being fully focused and committed to a task or goal. Can refer to serious relationships or preparations for events. Can describe something that cannot be changed or finalized
Sternberg developed triangular theory of love in late 1980s. Theory suggests love consists of three components: intimacy, passion, and commitment. Research supports universality of triangular theory in 2021 study