The need to belong can be described as the desire to form and maintain close, lasting relationships with other individuals. In this week’s discussion, consider a time when your need to belong led you to do what was in your best interest. Please respond to all of the following prompts:
- Consider the elements of attraction as outlined in the text. Apply each element to platonic and romantic relationships you have had.
- How do these elements differ in each?
- Are they all equally important or are they weighed differently in friendship than they are in romance?
