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Many would say that love is one of the most important human emotions. Although it’s one of the most studied behaviors, it’s the least understood. There’s much debate whether love is a biological or cultural phenomenon.
It’s most likely driven and motivated by both biological and cultural influences. Although hormones and biology are important, the way we express and experience love individually, also plays a role about our personal ideas of love.
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According to researchers, romantic love is made up of three elements:
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Psychologists have identified different types of love that people may experience.
They include:
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It’s a part of human nature to seek out and find love. However, culture can significantly affect how individuals think about, experience, and display romantic love.
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Every relationship is different and special. Each person brings their own history, needs, and wants.
Some things to show love to the people you care for:
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Love, attachment, and affection have an important impact on well-being and quality of life.
Loving relationships have been linked to:
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Try Loving-Kindness Meditation.
LKM promotes self-acceptance and positive emotions, reduces stress and improves relationships.
It involves meditating while thinking about a person you love or care about, concentrating on warm feelings and your desire for their well-being and happiness.
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Everyone has different needs. To ensure that your’s and your partner’s needs are met, is to talk about them.
Helping another person feel loved involves communicating through words and deeds.
Some ways to do this include: showing that you care, making them feel special, telling them they are loved, and doing things for them.
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Approach conflict in a healthy way. Rather than avoid it, focus on working out issues in a healthy way in order to move a relationship forward.
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