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Limerence, Love, and Life Transitions: January Mailbag

Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson

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Understanding Limerence

This chapter delves into the psychological phenomenon of limerence, highlighting its intense obsession and idealization while distinguishing it from genuine love. The discussion emphasizes the internal motivations behind these feelings, illustrating how they can serve as a defense mechanism against real intimacy and vulnerability. Through analogies and insights into brain chemistry, the chapter encourages self-awareness and conscious navigation of emotions to foster healthier relationship patterns.

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