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The Science of Romantic Love

The Science of Romantic Love

FromThe Contemplative Science Podcast


The Science of Romantic Love

FromThe Contemplative Science Podcast

ratings:
Length:
34 minutes
Released:
Apr 19, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

References to romantic love is everywhere - in music, in films and in our lives. But what is actually happening when we fall in love?
Diving into the heart of the matter is leading expert Dr Lucy Brown. Lucy's research is at the crossroads of love, neuroscience and meditation.
Chatting to Mark and Jamie, Lucy reveals what happens in the brain during early love, committed relationships and heartbreak - and why knowing oneself is fundamental for fulfilment. 
Listen in to understand the science of love and love's relationship with meditation.
Released:
Apr 19, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (53)

What can cutting-edge science tell us about spiritual development? And how are ancient contemplative practices helping us to investigate the nature of well-being? On The Contemplative Science Podcast, hosts Dr. Mark Miller and Jamie Slevin speak with the real experts, from Monks to Neuroscientists, to get clear on how contemplative practices work and how they might help us improve our lives. Brought to you by Monash University’s Center for Consciousness and Contemplative Studies, our diverse range of guests will cover everything from mindfulness and wisdom, to sex, death and enlightenment.