all i have i my love of love, and love is not loving. (david bowie)

ancient greece

• storge (familial): natural or instinctual affection; between family members, friends, pets/owners, companions, colleagues
• philia (platonic): "friendship" or affection, mutual
  • friendships of utility: relationships formed without regard to the other person at all, acquaintances; buying merchandise
  • friendships of pleasure: pure delight in the company of other people; drinking together or sharing hobbies may have such friendships however if interest in the shared activity ends so does the relationship
  • friendships of the good: true friendship; both friends enjoy each other's characters
• eros (romantic): "life energy;" sensual or passionate love; theia mania ("madness from the gods")
• philautia (self): "love of self" or "regard for one's own happiness or advantage;" conceptualized as both a basic human necessity and a moral flaw; pride is excessive self love
• xenia (guest): "guest/ritualized friendship;" the relationship between guest and host, rooted in generosity, gift exchange, and reciprocity;
• agape (divine): "the highest form of love, charity," "the love of god for man and of man for god;" embraces a deep and profound sacrificial love that transcends and persists regardless of circumstance; ex: love of spouse or family; affection for a particular activity

john alan lee's color wheel theory

• eros: feels strong physical and emotional connection through the relationship;
• ludus:
• storge:
• mania:
• pragma:
• agape: