PsycHacks Episode 547: The core of respect (approaching the O word)
Aug 25, 2025
Discover why respect may be more crucial than love for men in relationships. The discussion highlights the often-overlooked connection between obedience and respect, suggesting that understanding this dynamic can lead to healthier partnerships. A cafe analogy illustrates the balance of authority and compliance in dating. Dive into the complexities of social norms and how empathy can transform relationship expectations, showing that genuine connection thrives on mutual respect and understanding.
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Respect Often Trumps Love For Men
- Men value feeling respected more than feeling loved in sexual relationships according to Orion Taraban.
- Respect and love are distinct goods and produce different feelings and behaviors.
Obedience As The Core Of Respect
- Obedience is presented as the behavioral core of respect by Orion Taraban.
- Without obedience, no respect truly exists regardless of other positive goods.
Cafe Example Of Entitlement
- Taraban uses a cafe customer example to illustrate implied superiority when people ignore rules.
- Rude regulars are tolerated, not loved, because they choose which rules to follow.
