: Healthy relationships are no longer defined by the absence of conflict, but by how partners navigate misunderstandings, long-distance challenges, and the impact of technology. Love Stories | The Sun Magazine

: Psychological theories, like Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love , argue that lasting relationships require a balance of passion, intimacy, and commitment .

: Tropes like "the soulmate" or "love conquers all" remain popular in film but are increasingly critiqued for creating unrealistic expectations that can negatively impact relationship satisfaction .