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Identity & Orientation

Framework & ModelRelationship Dynamics & IntimacyGeneral Sensitivity

An umbrella for how someone experiences identity and attraction (e.g., gender identity, sexual orientation, romantic orientation).

What This Really Means

Commonly described as feeling close, understood, and emotionally connected.

It tends to shift with responsiveness, conflict repair, and daily habits.

Examples

Feeling close after repair

Drifting when routines disappear

Reconnecting through shared time

Common Misunderstandings

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Reality

More accurately, Identity & Orientation refers to an umbrella for how someone experiences identity and attraction (e.g., gender identity, sexual orientation, romantic orientation), and a healthy relationship has no friction doesn’t follow from that.

Reality

Identity & Orientation describes an umbrella for how someone experiences identity and attraction (e.g., gender identity, sexual orientation, romantic orientation), so it doesn’t mean that if it’s meant to be, it stays easy.

Reality

More accurately, Identity & Orientation refers to an umbrella for how someone experiences identity and attraction (e.g., gender identity, sexual orientation, romantic orientation), and needs shouldn’t change doesn’t follow from that.

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#relationship-dynamics-intimacy#framework-model

Inside LoveIQ

We identify patterns related to Identity & Orientation by analyzing responses in our assessment modules, helping you understand your unique relationship dynamics.

Sample visualization of a gap metric.

“You don't need to label yourself. These terms help describe patterns — not define you.”

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