Chapter
The Science of Attraction and Love
29:38 - 35:37 (05:59)
The initial spark of passionate love can lead to long-lasting, stable love if couples follow rules of equity, self-disclosure, and trust. Individuals with secure attachment styles are typically most successful in romantic relationships that begin with attraction.
Clips
This podcast talks about the concept of excitation transfer, which refers to attraction and love characterized by high arousal, intense attraction, and fear of rejection.
29:38 - 31:13 (01:34)
Summary
This podcast talks about the concept of excitation transfer, which refers to attraction and love characterized by high arousal, intense attraction, and fear of rejection. The study showcased how men behaved while crossing a suspension bridge compared to a safe bridge.
ChapterThe Science of Attraction and Love
Episode15. The Psychology of Attraction
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
The way we perceive attraction and relationships in the beginning stages can often dictate our preferences in the long term.
31:13 - 33:24 (02:11)
Summary
The way we perceive attraction and relationships in the beginning stages can often dictate our preferences in the long term. Married couples who have been together for over 15 years often credit their successful relationship to their partner being their best friend or simply liking their partner as a person.
ChapterThe Science of Attraction and Love
Episode15. The Psychology of Attraction
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
In long-term relationships, partners tend to reciprocate each other's levels of self-disclosure, leading to increased trust and stable, lasting love.
33:24 - 35:37 (02:13)
Summary
In long-term relationships, partners tend to reciprocate each other's levels of self-disclosure, leading to increased trust and stable, lasting love. Those with secure attachment styles are most successful in fostering passionate love and maintaining long-term relationships.