Stage 2: Curiosity, Interest, and Infatuation During the second stage, attraction and infatuation are most pronounced. Early attraction often involves the physical attributes of the partner and include things like outward appearance, body type, interests and personality traits.

How do you know if youre in the second stage of a relationship?

In the second stage, you start noticing each others differences. He likes to spend all Sunday afternoon in the fall watching football; you dont. You have emotional needs; your partner has different wants and needs. You like to cuddle; your partner doesnt want physical closeness.