dotpaw podcast - Relationships

The word relationship has several layers of meaning depending on the context

Britannica: "the way in which two or more people, groups, countries, etc., talk to, behave toward, and deal with each other" — plus specifically "a romantic or sexual friendship between two people."

Common Types of Relationships

People form many kinds, each with different expectations and depth:

• Familial — parents, siblings, children (often involuntary and lifelong)
• Platonic / friendship — mutual support, trust, enjoyment without romance/sex
• Romantic — emotional + often physical/sexual intimacy, frequently involving commitment or exclusivity
• Professional / work — colleagues, boss-employee (task-focused but can become more personal)
• Casual / acquaintances — lighter contact with less emotional investment
• Situational — e.g., neighbors, teammates, online connections

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