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Psychologists: Novelty and conversation key to romantic spark

Psychologists Arthur and Elaine Aron's Self-Expansion Theory suggests that romantic relationships thrive when couples actively pursue personal growth together. This involves engaging in novel shared activities and having identity-broadening conversations. Research indicates that these experiences foster self-expansion, which is a key predictor of positive relationship outcomes, more so than physiological arousal alone. AI

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Psychologists: Novelty and conversation key to romantic spark

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Mark Travers, Contributor ·

    The No. 1 Habit That Keeps A Romantic Spark Alive, By A Psychologist

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