Couples in stage three of love, we have found, always seem to feel there is a purpose to their relationship—that together they have created something bigger than themselves. And when these couples talk about meeting, falling in love, and choosing to be committed to each other, there are always expressions of fondness and admiration. They have a certain kind of ease with each other and an ability to talk to and confide in each other. They have created a sense of shared meaning and purpose in their lives. There is trust and loyalty.
