The Science Behind Romantic Attraction: The Role of Places and Misattributed Arousal

Our environments play a vital role in shaping experience, even in igniting the flames of romance! Research findings and real examples will shed light on the interplay between arousal-inducing built environments and the intricate dance of attraction.

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