The honeymoon period of a relationship is arguably the best part. The butterflies, the giddiness, the rush of future possibility–it’s like a drug. Getting to know someone and falling more and more in love with them as the months go by is an unmatched feeling. But is there more to it than just emotions and excitement? Science says yes.
WHAT IS THE HONEYMOON PERIOD?
When you first start dating someone new and everything about them is still perfect, that’s considered the honeymoon phase.
WHAT FEELINGS ARE ASSOCIATED WITH THE HONEYMOON PHASE?
You idolize them in everything they do, you want to spend every waking minute with them, and you’re both on your best behavior.
HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
Couples that move a bit faster will see the death of the honeymoon period sooner because they settle into routines a lot quicker than couples who take it slow.
THE HONEYMOON PERIOD CAN BOOST HEALTH.
Research has shown that people in the beginning stages of a relationship had more of the nerve growth factor protein in their bodies.
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