Dating

What actually makes a Valentine’s Day date feel romantic? Is it the restaurant reservation? The perfect view? The pressure to “get it right”? Most couples don’t feel closer because of what they did—they feel closer because of how they felt while doing it. Relationship research shows that when couples share new experiences, the brain releases dopamine and other bonding hormones. That shared emotional “lift” creates connection. You’re not just having fun—you’re building a positive emotional […]