Chapter
The Science of Love and Attraction
39:02 - 44:25 (05:23)
This podcast episode explores how people tend to choose partners with similar backgrounds and how desirability can impact a relationship. It also touches upon how effort and compatibility can affect the success of a relationship.
Clips
Chris believes that character can be measured on a scale of ten points, with five points being innate character and five points being effort.
39:02 - 40:37 (01:34)
Summary
Chris believes that character can be measured on a scale of ten points, with five points being innate character and five points being effort. It's possible to have an innate character score of three but work hard to develop it to a seven, while someone else may be a perfect 10 without putting in any effort.
ChapterThe Science of Love and Attraction
Episode#036 - Relationships 102 - How To Find & Maintain A Happy Relationship
PodcastModern Wisdom
Alain de Botton suggests that while there may be someone out there who could make us just as happy as our current partner, the reality is that we are unlikely to ever meet that person due to geographic and temporal differences.
40:37 - 42:06 (01:29)
Summary
Alain de Botton suggests that while there may be someone out there who could make us just as happy as our current partner, the reality is that we are unlikely to ever meet that person due to geographic and temporal differences. Eric Helms' thoughts on the matter provide some valuable insights.
ChapterThe Science of Love and Attraction
Episode#036 - Relationships 102 - How To Find & Maintain A Happy Relationship
PodcastModern Wisdom
People tend to pursue relationships with others who share similar traits, such as location, religious views, and income level.
42:06 - 44:25 (02:18)
Summary
People tend to pursue relationships with others who share similar traits, such as location, religious views, and income level. However, dating someone who is highly desirable can lead to insecurities and potentially harm the relationship.