Renowned biologist Dr. Liat Yakir reveals the evolutionary roots of attraction, sexual arousal, mating, bonding, and separating. The episode delves into and whether humans are, in fact, hardwired for monogamy, the impact of stress and societal norms on our relationships, and the complex stages of love. Dr. Yakir advocates for the importance of self-awareness and managing one’s hormone health to navigate relationship dynamics effectively. Her book, A Brief History of What Attracts Us: How We Fall in Love and Why Biology Screws It All Up, is available on various platforms, offering a deeper dive into the biology of love and prescriptions to follow for improved intimacy in relationships.
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