Chapter
The Science Behind Love at First Sight
22:32 - 29:38 (07:05)
Scientifically, love at first sight can happen when someone fits our predetermined love map and we feel an instant attraction. Familiarity and meeting expectations can enhance the intensity and self-fulfilling prophecy of the attraction.
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The concept of love at first sight is influenced by familiarity and having characteristics that fit our love map.
22:32 - 27:41 (05:08)
Summary
The concept of love at first sight is influenced by familiarity and having characteristics that fit our love map. Our expectations for the person we have an instantaneous attraction to can create a self-fulfilling prophecy, and our feelings about a relationship depend on perceptions of rewards and costs, what kind of relationship we deserve and our chances for a better one with someone else.
ChapterThe Science Behind Love at First Sight
Episode15. The Psychology of Attraction
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
The initial stage of attraction in a relationship is called passionate love, where both parties benefit equally from the rewards and costs.
27:41 - 29:38 (01:57)
Summary
The initial stage of attraction in a relationship is called passionate love, where both parties benefit equally from the rewards and costs. Over time, inequality can arise, leading to problems in the relationship.