EP: 550 | Is Love Just a Business? The Science of Relationships | Dr Binod Dhakal | Sushant Pradhan Podcast

In this fascinating podcast episode, Dr. Binod Dhakal, a pathologist and professor, explores the science of love, relationship psychology, and human behavior. From the history of love and evolution of relationships to the biology of attraction and hormones like dopamine and oxytocin, this conversation dives deep into how human bonding really works. Dr. Dhakal explains what love actually is from a scientific and psychological perspective, why long distance relationships often fail, and how modern relationship dynamics have changed over time. The discussion also explores human behavior in relationships, the role of hormones in attraction, and whether our actions influence biological responses. The episode also covers complex topics such as divorce psychology, midlife crisis in relationships, and the risky stages couples face during romantic partnerships. Dr. Dhakal shares insights into why relationships break down, how people misunderstand emotional needs, and what it takes to build a healthy and balanced relationship. Towards the end, the conversation focuses on practical perspectives including whether love is truly necessary for humans, what makes a perfect relationship, and how individuals can better understand love, attraction, and emotional connection. If you're interested in relationship psychology, the science of love, dating dynamics, and human bonding, this episode offers a unique perspective combining biology, psychology, and real-world relationship insights. GET CONNECTED WITH Dr. Binod Dhakal: LinkedIn - https://np.linkedin.com/in/dr-binod-dhakal-368735216 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/binodhakal/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@dbinod/videos TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@drbidha Twitter - https://x.com/himalayan_blues