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What does it mean?
Love quality matters, but quantity dropping too low signals relationship issues.
In plain terms
Quality is key in love, but rare sex is a problem.
What can you take from it?
Balance quality and frequency to maintain relationship health.

Where it applies

  • dating
  • marriage counseling
  • friendship

Putting it to work

  • relationship advice
  • self-reflection
  • communication

Questions to consider

  • What defines a healthy relationship?
  • How often is too infrequent?

Another view

It implies intimacy must meet specific frequency standards to be valid.

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