4 Brain Hacks to Stay Madly in Love After 20 Years

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Episode Summary:

In this episode of Master Your Marriage, we explore the neuroscience behind lasting love, what's the secret behind enduring passion, and why this is not just a matter of luck but can be cultivated through specific habits.

"Lasting love is biological, not mythical."

We dive into the importance of physical connection, positive illusions, verbalizing appreciation, and planning unique experiences together, all backed by research from Dr. Helen Fisher. The conversation shifts from what couples should avoid to actionable strategies that can enhance their relationships and foster a deeper emotional bond.

Takeaways:

• Enduring passion can be cultivated through science-backed habits.
• Focusing solely on conflict resolution won't create lasting love.
• Physical intimacy is essential for maintaining a strong bond.
• Positive illusions help couples overlook minor flaws in each other.
• Verbalizing appreciation boosts both partners' happiness.
• Planning unique experiences together enhances relationship satisfaction.
• Dopamine plays a key role in maintaining romantic feelings.
• Long-term lovers prioritize physical connection and emotional bonding.
• Scheduling intimacy can enhance anticipation and desire.
• The stories we tell ourselves about our partners shape our relationships.

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