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Chapter Overview
Chapter 1: The traits of romantic love are universal.
Chapter 2: Romantic love originates from chemical processes taking place in the brain.
Chapter 3: Along with romantic love, there are two additional forms of affection: lust and attachment.
Chapter 4: We are all drawn to mystery, difference, and symmetry.
Chapter 5: Men tend to judge mates by looks, while women often look for smart, successful ones instead.
Chapter 6: We all carry a love map that charts traits we most truly desire in a partner.
Chapter 7: The origins of romantic love stretch back some 3.5 million years ago.
Chapter 8: As humans evolved, their capacity for romantic love grew too.
Chapter 9: Exciting dates boost relationship satisfaction and can even spark love.
Chapter 10: When you’ve been rejected, push yourself to stay active.
Description
Helen Fisher’s Why We Love (2004) is not only a report on her latest astonishing research but a sensitive description of the infinite facets of romantic love. This book is a scientifically grounded examination of love that reveals how, why and who we love.
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“Curious to find out why love affects our brains the same way as cocaine? Want to understand how evolution is linked to the prevailing structure of monogamy? A perfect title for those interested in the biological side of love.”
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Who Should Listen
- Anyone who wants to understand romantic love
- Anyone interested in emotions and the brain
- Anyone who wants to maintain the feeling of romantic love in their relationship