Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I will be talking about the traditional relationship escalator, creating our own relationship milestones, and the subconscious societal pressure to conform. I will also talk about the various categories on the non-escalator relationship menu and figuring out what you want from your relationships with your partner(s) and/or friends.

Let’s delve in!

In this Episode You’ll Learn:

• [03:01] What is the relationship escalator?
• [04:31] Going up the escalator and/or creating your own milestones.
• [07:44] Navigating commitment off of the escalator.
• [08:22] The escalator in Disney movies.
• [10:13] An alternative metaphor to the escalator.
• [10:56] The Non-Escalator Relationship Menu.
• [16:19] Commitment.
• [17:43] Emotional Intimacy.
• [19:24] Social integration.
• [20:38] Quality time.
• [21:44] Communication.
• [22:17] Physical intimacy.
• [23:23] Financial management.
• [23:52] Autonomy.

Quotes:

• “Every relationship that you have is important, and that includes your platonic ones.” [09:58]
• “You can step on to something to propel a relationship forward, but you don’t need to take it up.” [10:44]
• “Physical intimacy really changes and often is not discussed enough.” [22:26]
• “There are a million different ways to be in relationship. There is not one way.” [24:19]
• “Try to figure out the way that works for you.” [24:32]

Connect with Rachel Wright

Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com

Instagram: @thewright_rachel

Twitter: @thewrightrachel

Resources

The Non-Escalator Relationship Menu.

Article: Well + Good: Committed Relationships Aren’t Reserved Solely for Romance - Here’s What To Know About Platonic Committed Relationships.

WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK!

Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel

Get your Zumio Discount!

Call to Action

Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with