The Different Stages of Emotional Intimacy

In a society where technology and services are high-speed and instantaneous, we have developed an expectation that everything else, including our relationships, should be realized as quickly as possible.

But getting to know someone does not occur in a single sweep of events. It unfolds in stages over a period of time. According to writer David Brooks, couples experience seven stages of intimacy. In this episode, we’ll dive into what it takes to develop healthy intimacy through the seven stages.