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#765 - Matthew Hussey - Why Is Love So Hard To Find In The Modern World?

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The Paradox of Familiarity in Relationships

Chemical rushes of dopamine and oxytocin when falling in love make it easy to feel good, but the challenge arises in maintaining love towards oneself and long-term partners. The phrase 'familiarity breeds contempt' highlights how getting closer to someone can lead to taking them for granted and magnifying their flaws. This shift in perspective can result in a desire to push away from the relationship.

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