The secret to lasting love | Eli J Finkel
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The secret to lasting love | Eli J Finkel

B2Upper-intermediateOctober 5, 202615 min
  • Relationships & psychology

Social psychologist Eli J. Finkel has spent decades studying what makes partnerships successful. In a practical talk drawing on lessons from pop culture, he explores why so many of us struggle to be true to ourselves in our relationships — and what the happiest couples do differently. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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You're listening to TED Talks Daily, where we bring you new ideas to spark your curiosity every day. I'm your host, Elise Hugh. Navigating romantic relationships amidst life's big decisions can be brutal.

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It's easy to find yourself in a bind. Do I choose me or do I choose love? Maybe you've heard a friend vent about this. Maybe you've felt it.

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Most likely you've seen it play out in a rom-com. We see this assumption in the movie La La Land. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone have a sparkling connection. And yet, the relationship fails.

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