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390. The psychology of serial monogamy & relationship hopping
· 30 min
Episode 390. The psychology of serial monogamy & relationship hopping
Why do some people seem to move from relationship to relationship with barely any time in between, and why does being single feel almost impossible for them? In this bonus episode, we’re diving into the psychology behind relationship hopping (aka serial monogamy) and what’s really happening when someone craves commitment quickly, struggles with time alone, or keeps repeating the same cycle with different partners.
We explore: • The role of attachment in serial monogamy • Why artificial closeness is so appealing • The pull of the infatuation cycle • The brain chemistry of love, reward and attachment • What this pattern can teach us about self-growth Listen now!
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