It is a subset ofaromanticism, or someone who feels little or no romantic attraction.
It’s important to beself-awareas a cupioromantic and define your desires.
That goes for the person youre in a relationship with, as well.
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Being honest about what you want from a relationship is the most important thing.
How Do I Know if I’m Cupioromantic?
In that vein, cupioromantics canfall in lovebut not for the romantic reasons that others might.
Other reasons may include someone to have kids with or wanting the exclusivity that comes with a relationship.
Throughout their lives, people who are cupioromantic have few or nocrusheson others.
Do you enjoy romantic gestures?
Do you enjoy the idea of romance?
Cupioromantics like romance in theory.
Do you want a relationship but dont feel romantic attraction?
If you are a cupioromantic, its important that you embrace your unique feelings when it comes to romance.
While your preferences may be different from the norm, that doesnt make them any less valid.
That way theres no misconceptions about what anyone, including the cupioromantic, wants.
On the positive side is the companionship, and you look for things you like to do together.
That is a bond, its just not that tingly feeling," says McGregor.
Overcoming Stereotypes and Misconceptions
There are many misconceptions surrounding cupioromanticism.
But cupioromanticism, like other romantic orientations, cant be changed.
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