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Podcast: After the Affair
Episode: 120. Does Secrecy Breed Passion In An Affair?
Description: What is it about an affair that feels so intoxicating? Is it the person, the connection, or is it something else entirely, like secrecy?
In this episode, let’s dive into the psychology and physiology behind the passion that often accompanies infidelity.
Discover how dopamine, adrenaline, and novelty create an addictive emotional cocktail, and why the thrill of secrecy can amplify feelings of desire. But here’s the real question: can that same spark be reignited in a long-term relationship without the secrecy?
We explore:
The brain’s role in fueling passion during...