The Triangle Theory of Love, developed by psychologist Robert Sternberg.

Robert Sternberg explains love as a combination of three components:

1. Intimacy – Emotional connection, closeness, and bonding.

2. Passion – Physical attraction, excitement, and intensity.

3. Commitment – The decision to stay together and build a future.

For Mindful Hustlers, this theory applies not just to romantic love but also to their faith, purpose, and hustle. Here’s how:

1. Intimacy (Spiritual & Emotional Connection to the Hustle)

Your relationship with your purpose must have depth. A mindful hustler isn’t just chasing money but is deeply connected to their mission.

Building genuine relationships in business and life is key—just like intimacy in love, loyalty and trust matter.

Without emotional connection, the hustle becomes empty, and burnout is inevitable.

2. Passion (The Fire That Fuels the Hustle)

Hustlers who make it big don’t just work hard—they have an obsession with their craft.

Passion is what wakes you up at 5 AM to grind while others sleep. It’s the energy that keeps you going when results aren’t immediate.

Like passion in love, if you lose the fire, everything else starts to fall apart.

3. Commitment (Staying the Course No Matter What)

True success comes from long-term dedication. Commitment means showing up every day, even when the motivation fades.

It’s easy to quit when things get hard, but mindful hustlers know that sticking to the plan separates the great from the average.

Commitment means building something bigger than yourself—a business, a legacy, or an impact-driven life.

Applying the Triangle to Success & Purpose

All Three = True Love & True Hustle → When intimacy (purpose), passion (drive), and commitment (discipline) are in balance, your hustle thrives.

Missing One? → If you have passion and commitment but no intimacy, you’ll burn out. If you have intimacy and passion but no commitment, you’ll quit when things get tough.

Bottom Line:
A Mindful Hustler doesn’t just chase success—they fall in love with the process. They commit to their purpose, stay passionate about their journey, and build deep connections that turn their hustle into something meaningful.

Hustle with love. Build with purpose. Stay committed.

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