Social exchange theory partial disection

Discussion in 'Human Science' started by Tortise, Mar 24, 2006.

  1. Tortise Registered Senior Member

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    In long term physical relationships, I can't help but to think that sometimes one of the things that is being exchanged are psychological tools and skills for dealing with life. The longer one spends with another person, the more of their life skills we often pick up. The only problem with this (if it is a problem) is that we often don't have an unlimited reservoir of these skills to teach. Once a partner has learned all we have to teach, and often we are very choosy on the things we can or care to learn. this is one less thing that can go into the equation of the exchange in a relationship. That popular guy or gal in a bar may be popular because they have unique or effective ways of looking at things. They may come across as funny or charming - intellectually stimulating. 3 years or so down the road, that guy or gal may not seem as funny or as charming - maybe this is one of the reasons why? This may contribute to an imballance in the relationship.
    Even optimism is a skill for dealing with life, and many people find creative optimism attractive.
     
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