We experience pleasure when our needs are met. Experiencing pleasure with another person creates the emotion of love toward that person. Not having our needs met creates pain, disappointment, displeasure, and loss of the feeling of love. How well is your relationship meeting your needs in each of the following areas critical to intimate, bonded relationships? How much pleasure and satisfaction are you deriving from each of these happiness resources?
Ready? Get out a sheet of paper and write down the scores so you can add them up when you are done.
