Men have a psychological need to show off their courage and strength. When he sees you talking to another guy, that instinct kicks in and he jumps to protect you and prove he's worthy of your love. Helen Fisher courageguyinstinct Change image and share on social
Kissing is not just kissing. It is a major escalation or de-escalation point in a powerful process of mate choice. Helen Fisher choiceescalationkiss Change image and share on social
Why do we feel jealousy? Therapists often regard the demon as a scar of childhood trauma or a symptom of a psychological problem. And it's true that people who feel inadequate, insecure, or overly dependent tend to be more jealous than others. Helen Fisher childhooddemondependent share on social
As a group, anthropologists are not too fond of people who work in the business world. Helen Fisher anthropologistbusinessfond Change image and share on social
Blushing is thought to be linked to increased levels of norepinephrine in the brain, which may be associated with romantic feelings. It signals that we are interested and excited, which is attractive to men. Helen Fisher attractiveblushbrain share on social
Mothers really were not built to raise babies not only by themselves, but with only a partner. For millions of years, a woman had much more than just her husband to help rear her young... This whole idea of 'it takes a village to raise a child' is exactly how we're supposed to live. Helen Fisher babybuildchild share on social
Experiences shape the brain, but the brain shapes the way we view experiences, too. Helen Fisher brainexperienceshape Change image and share on social
When people tell you to walk a certain way, it's like not thinking of a purple tomato. You can't not do it. Helen Fisher peoplepurplethink Change image and share on social
Saliva has testosterone and estrogen. When you kiss, you're having a chemical experience. Helen Fisher chemicalestrogenexperience Change image and share on social
You don't come home from the office to spend time with another job. Hopefully you come home to someone you can have a good time with. Helen Fisher goodhomejob Change image and share on social
