In this week’s episode, relationship coaches from MyPursuitOfLove.com, Chris and Megan Rea, unpack the science of romance. Whether you’ve been married for 30 years, whether you’re in a dating relationship, or whether you’re currently single and desiring to be in a relationship, we all can become more intentional in this area of life. You see, the best relationships don’t simply survive; they thrive. In this episode, Chris and Megan explore: the science of love, where love really starts, and why deep and lasting romantic love evolves over time.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- Where love actually originates in your brain and how it changes over time.
- How areas of reward and pleasure within the brain are linked to romantic love.
- How dopamine and oxytocin affect your emotional state in a romantic relationship.
- Why the intense “in love” feelings are actually a chemical reaction that are designed to transition into a deeper bonding chemical.
- How to explore the evolution of romantic love in your life.
- How “survival mode” relationships become thriving relationships.
- Why you must be intentional in order to keep romance alive.
- How to love your significant other in the way they need to be loved.