Eileen says she loves Jesse, even though they met very recently and both of them are still dating other people. When her best friend asks her what she means by "love," Eileen says, "I feel like even though we just met, I could tell him anything in the world. And he's so sexy-I get butterflies just thinking about him." According to the triangular theory of love, Eileen's feelings toward Jesse would best be labeled

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Eileen's feelings toward Jesse include strong emotional intimacy and physical attraction, which are components of romantic love according to the triangular theory of love. Consummate love requires intimacy, passion, and commitment, which is not indicated here. Companionate love involves deep affection and commitment but lacks the passion described. Fatuous love involves passion and commitment without the intimacy described.

Eileen Says She Loves Jesse, Even Though They Met Very