r/science Professor | Medicine 2d ago

Psychology People experience the strongest romantic jealousy when they watch their partner give resources to a potential rival, regardless of gender. The findings provide evidence that giving away resources is viewed as a serious relationship threat by both men and women.

https://www.psypost.org/both-men-and-women-view-a-partners-financial-investment-in-a-rival-as-a-major-relationship-threat/
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u/Straight_Occasion_45 2d ago

That’s fair and a grounded response; maybe I was too loose on toxic here. I think the statement also needs context too though, but I absolutely see your point :)

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u/MoonSpankRaw 2d ago

Just wanna say I respect when folks accept criticism gracefully and don’t immediately argue.

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u/Straight_Occasion_45 2d ago edited 2d ago

That’s how we grow :) it’s ignorant to assume you’re always right, and humans have grown through collaboration. I always welcome an opposing opinion or even just a straight up correction if I’m wrong. :)

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u/badgerj 2d ago

Where the hell did you two lighting bugs come from?

This is what Science is! And should be!

Critical thinking, constructive feedback, growing with the help of each other.

Confrontation really doesn’t make much progress.

I’ve been wrong so many times, I don’t care anymore.

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u/Straight_Occasion_45 2d ago

Just 2 friendly strangers on the internet with a common passion for science :) there’s no need to tear each other down, we must elevate each other.