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Can Love Last?: The Fate of Romance over Time
Written by Stephen A. Mitchell
Narrated by Adam Lofbomm
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A fascinating look at the key components of romantic love-sex, idealization, aggression, self-pity, guilt, and commitment-argues that romance does not diminish in a long-term relationship, describes the barriers to lasting love, and offers helpful advice on how to promote an enduring love by eliminating self-destructive efforts to protect oneself from its risks.
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