This episode discusses the concept of love from various perspectives, including Greek philosophy, science, and secular views. The episode covers Greek philosophy's seven types of love, including eros, philia, ludus, storge, pragma, philautia, and agape. The podcast also explores the nature of true love and the role of love in the Bible, and the nature of love from a from a purely scientific and chemical standpoint. We also provide tips on how to keep the spark alive and improve your relationship. Our resources include books such as "Getting the Love You Want" and "Mating in Captivity," as well as studies such as "Falling in Love: Prospective Studies of Self-Concept Change" and "Why do people stay in relationships?"
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