Falling in love is the easy part

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This week on TED.com September 19, 2015

Talk of the week Mandy Len Catron: Falling in love is the easy part 13:53 minutes · Filmed Aug 2015 · Posted Sep 2015 · TEDxChapmanU Did you know you can fall in love with anyone just by asking them 36 questions? Mandy Len Catron tried this fascinating psych experiment, it worked, and she wrote a viral article about it. But now, she asks: Was it real love? Will it last? And what’s the difference between falling in love and staying in love? Watch now »

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Quote of the Week “ The moment you admit to loving someone, you admit to having a lot to lose." Mandy Len Catron, Falling in love is the easy part

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