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EPISODE · Jan 23, 2026 · 9 MIN

Limerence vs. Love: Why Obsession Isn't Intimacy

from Love Science Today · host Kenny

Limerence vs. Love: Why Obsession Isn't IntimacyDescription:Why can’t you get them out of your head? Why does one text message determine your entire mood for the day?Today, we step away from the romanticized idea of "The Spark" and look at the cold, hard science of Limerence. We discuss why uncertainty triggers a dopamine loop, why we idealize people we barely know, and the crucial difference between the "Chase" of limerence and the "Build" of real love.Listen to learn:Why the "glimmer" isn't always a green flag.How to fact-check your feelings.Why real love often feels boring compared to obsession (and why that's a good thing).

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