{"id":43869,"date":"2020-10-30T20:14:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-31T00:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.familytoday.com\/?p=43869"},"modified":"2021-01-29T07:50:08","modified_gmt":"2021-01-29T12:50:08","slug":"the-coupled-bond-types","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.familytoday.com\/relationships\/the-coupled-bond-types\/","title":{"rendered":"The 9 Bond Types of Relationship Intimacy"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Coupled Relationship Type Assessment is a typing system that is based on relationship science and was designed by experts in the field of couple relationship psychology to assess the primary areas of connection that makes each relationship unique.\u00a0 While there are many aspects of a couple's interaction that contribute to a healthy relationship, including strong communication, emotional vulnerability, and conflict resolution skills, one area that is important to all couples in how they instinctively connect and bond together.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>

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Couple bonds refer to the aspect of relationships where specific, special connections with each other are found.\u00a0 These are different parts of your relationship where partners feel attracted to each other and where feel like they are on the same page and well-suited for each other. Relationship bonds speak to how we think and identify ourselves as a couple and what makes us different and unique in our relationships.\u00a0 While each relationship is different, these experts have identified several common bonds that couples can possess. The results from the Coupled Relationship Type Assessment helps couples discover the deep bond they share and will help them harness the power of that connection to make it even stronger.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The following are brief definitions of the nine bond types commonly found across relationships.<\/p>\n

The Masterminds: Intellectual Bond<\/h3>\n

Share a \u201cmeeting of the minds\u201d and love expressing their ideas and opinions with each other. They form a deep connection and appreciation for each other through engaging conversation and mutual respect.\u00a0 Masterminds tend to build each other\u2019s self-confidence.\u00a0 When someone values and respects our opinion, we tend to get more confident.\u00a0 Mastermind couples excel at building this confidence by provide positive feedback and encourage of each partner\u2019s opinions.<\/p>

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The Best Friends: Emotional Bond<\/h3>\n

Are \u201chooked at the heart and soul\u201d with each other. \u00a0Always sharing their thoughts and feelings with each other and truly embody the trust, companionship and unconditional love of a true best friend.\u00a0 Best Friends are less likely to worry about their relationship than other couples and trust that their partner is fully engaged in the relationship.<\/p>\n

The Rocks: Supportive Bond<\/h3>\n

Are each other\u2019s most trusted confidant \u2013 supporting each other through life\u2019s ups and downs.\u00a0 The Rocks usually have better mental health. Validation and support are key parts of having healthy mental health. Couples often have elevated mental health ratings than singles and couples who score high in this category are likely to benefit from this boost.<\/p>\n

The Honeymooners:\u00a0 Physical Bond<\/h3>\n

Respond to the power of touch that puts a romantic spark at the heart of their relationship.\u00a0 The Honeymooners often feel loved by their partners on a daily basis. Acts of intimacy are really expression of love. Because couples who score high in this area often have regular physical connections, they often feel an elevated sense of love in their relationship.<\/p>

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The Rendezvouers: Shared Activities<\/h3>\n

Are \u201cjoined at the hip\u201d \u2013 they love to spend every second they can with each other and connect through new adventures and exploring life together.\u00a0 Rendezvouers have a strong sense of couple identity. Healthy relationships are about creating a joint sense of purpose. Spending a lot of time in share activities often helps foster this process.<\/p>\n

The Altruists:\u00a0 <\/strong>Intimate Giving Bond<\/h3>\n

Believe that \u201cactions speak louder than words\u201d when it comes to expressing love through intimate giving and service.\u00a0 Altruists tend to be really good at reading emotions in other people. They track their partners\u2019 mood state and like to lift their partner up when they sense he or she is feeling down or discouraged.<\/p>\n

The Teammates:\u00a0 Teammate Bond<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Find deep connection in collaboration as they work together as true partners.\u00a0 Teammates feel like they can conquer the world together. Scoring high in this bond area often means couples feel they can overcome any obstacle, big or small. This gives them confidence when major (or minor) stresses come up in their relationship.<\/p>\n

The Devoted:\u00a0 <\/strong>Shared Vision Bond<\/h3>\n

Take the term \u201clife partners\u201d to heart as they build a shared vision of life together.\u00a0 The Devoted are much more than just romantic partners, they are partners who draw a sense of loyalty and unity from their shared pursuits such as raising children, undertaking community activities together, participating jointly in religious practices, or owning a business together.<\/p>

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Better\u00a0Halves:\u00a0 Personal Growth Bond<\/h3>\n

Are living proof that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts \u2013 they bring out the best version of each other.\u00a0 Better Halves tend to be growth-oriented people who love to set goals and strive to improve themselves. They get a deep satisfaction out of helping each other do this \u2013 it\u2019s what makes them tick!<\/p>\n

While your relationship may be characterized by only one strong type of bond, most couples have several types of bonds that make their relationship unique and strong.\u00a0 This assessment will help you discover these bonds in a way that you hadn't considered before.\u00a0 The experience also will provide you with an insightful report on your scores and how these bonds make your relationship unique and how you can continue to strengthen these bond areas.\u00a0 The report also addresses weaknesses and guidance on how you can better develop those areas.<\/span><\/p>\n

This assessment was developed on the latest scientific research on couple psychology, ensuring it has strong validity and is based on the latest social science research on healthy relationships.\u00a0 Items within the assessment were constructed by couple relationship experts and the scoring of the assessment was overseen by a panel of couple relationship scientists.<\/span><\/p>\n

Coupled is currently free and private.\u00a0 Take the assessment here<\/a> to get an accurate definition of who you are together and understand what makes your love so special.<\/p>\n

Learn more about the relationship experts that designed Coupled on our Family Today Research Team<\/a> page.<\/p>\n

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