Love Researcher Explains Neuroscience Behind Valentine's Day

The legend states that Valentine was arrested and put to death by Emperor Claudius II. Valentine was defying orders and secretly helping soldiers to marry. But why would Claudius II not want his soldiers to marry?

Here's where the neuroscience comes in. It turns out that when a man marries, his testosterone drops. So, Claudius' decree against marriage makes biological sense. If you want an aggressive army that will fight your battles, it's better to have single, highly testosterone-fortified men.

Think that's crazy? It turns out that lower testosterone is not the only crazy thing that happens to us when we fall in love.

In a dramatic presentation, Love Biologist Dawn Maslar cuts up a brain to show what love does to us. When we fall in love, this is what can happen to our brain:

• We can lose cognitive ability 
• We can lose the ability to accurately judge our partner – that's why they say 'love is blind'
• We can lose the ability to feel concern if we detect a problem
• We can experience an increase in self-transcendence – being in love makes us feel less selfish and more connected to the world

In addition:

• Our serotonin (hormone of happiness) can fall to the level of someone with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
• His testosterone drops but hers goes up – making her sexually charged
• This effect is temporary – lasting between 1 and 3 years

Don't worry, while the craziness is temporary, the love CAN last a lifetime. In fact, Valentine's Day helps since the following can also kick-in:

• Red hearts, cards and clothes boost his testosterone which can increase the romance
• Giving chocolate on Valentine's Day can boost dopamine – an important neurotransmitter of long-term love
• Doing new and novel things with a partner can also boost dopamine
• Spending quality time together increases oxytocin - the bonding hormone

To see Dawn Maslar in action, please visit: https://www.abcactionnews.com/morning-blend/science-of-love-in-time-for-valentines-day

Dawn Maslar, MS, is an award-winning author, expert guest speaker, adjunct biology professor, and researcher in the science of love. She is a two-time TEDx speaker and her talk on 'How Your Brain Falls in Love' went viral last year: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyq2Wo4eUDg

Available at all online outlets
Men Chase, Women Choose: The Neuroscience of Meeting, Dating, Losing Your Mind, and Finding True Love

Publisher: HCI Books 
ASIN: B01LVYO27A

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas From Baggallini

 

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With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, I wanted to share a few of my favorite Valentine’s-themed colorways from baggallini’s Spring 2015 Collection. Valentine’s Day is known around the globe as an opportunity to celebrate love.Why not celebrate the love of the most awesome person in YOUR world: you!

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be just for buying that “significant other” something, it’s a day to treat yourself as well. Valentine’s colors can vary from season to season, but they are always a shade of pink, red, purple, and even white.

Apple Red – A Valentine’s Classic! (1) Excursion Sling in Apple – $89.95 (2) Rolling Tote in Apple – $149.95 (3) Avenue Tote in Apple – $99.95

 

Pinks and Purples - (1) The Natalie Satchel in Wisteria – $99.95 (2 and 3) The Kensington Mini in Lilac – $69.95 

 

 

16 Amazing Valentines Gift Ideas for Him

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Coming up with guy-friendly Valentine's Day gifts for can be troublesome at times, but fear not.I’ve rounded up some pretty sweet gifts for less than $150. Gifts that I promise that won’t make him flinch.

No matter what your guy is into, there’s something amazing just waiting for you to share it with him. There’s also going to be a Valentine’s Date Idea post as well, so make sure you check back!

Here we go with the gifts..

Golf Lesson with a PGA Pro

  

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Does your man like to get away from all the hustle and bustle by playing a few rounds of golf every now and then? If he already has the Golf Clubs, why not buy him something he’d really love- like Golf Lessons with a PGA Pro?

Through Cloud9Living, you can get him teamed up with a former professional golfer, an instructor who’s a regional PGA Teacher of the Year, or a golf coach. The progress in his Golf game will last a lifetime, and so will his appreciation.

Da Vinci Premium Poker Set

    

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Does your man love to have poker nights with his friends? Go all out and get him this Da Vinci Premium Poker Set, and he’ll be more than ready for the next get together. The chips actually feel and look like casino poker chips!

Dark Knight Poster

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Is your man crazy about the last remake of the Batman Movie? I know it’s probably one of my favorites out of the Batman trilogies. If he’s a fan as well, get him this Dark Knight’s movie poster. The graphic print would be super amazing hanging on his Man Cave wall.

Pick Punch

Can your guy play guitar? Well then buying him a pick punch is what you definitely need to . look into. Can’t go wrong when he can turn anything (plastic) into a future pick. Customized stuff always rocks.

DirectTV NFL Sunday Ticket Package

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Does your man love Football? Or is it something you watch together? Even if you don’t watch, the DirectTV NFL Sunday Ticket Package brings him every play of every out-of-market game, every Sunday.

The Homedics 3D Shiatsu and Vibration Massage Pillow

 

The HoMedics® 3D Shiatsu and Vibration Massage Pillow with Heat delivers a circular kneading massage and invigorating vibration to loosen tight muscles. Using the latest massage technology, this massage pillows massaging nodes move in an inward and outward motion for a deeper, more authentic massage experience.

Otterbox

 

No matter what smartphone your guy has, he’ll be excited to unwrap an Otterbox this Valentine’s. They have a huge variety for all the newest phones (as well as older versions). Whether he’s into Camo, NFL, or just wants a colored version- they have the strongest and most durable phone protection EVER!

Lynard Skynard

 

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Is he a Lynard Skynard fan? I mean who DOESN’T love Southern Rock? Plus it’s a no-brainer to think that FreeBird is one of the hardest songs to play on Guitar Hero. Pretty Difficult to me. If he is a fan you could get him one of these shirts; Free Bird Shirt (1) or Lady Liberty (2)

Whatever he listens to, there’s a good chance you can find a band shirt at Spencers for under $25.

Grill Master Gift Baskets

If your guy is like Adam and claims to be the chef in the family, than he’ll love one of the Grill Master Gift Baskets from GourmetGiftBaskets.com. There are several that look pretty awesome and contain some amazing stuff.

The Grill Master

They have brought together the best grilling products and put them into a gift basket. The basket includes savory rubs of all-natural ingredients and a complete set of wooden handled grilling utensils, this terrific gift supplies them with everything they need to create meals that are completely irresistible.

 

The Barbeque Boss

If they can't get enough of the sweet, savory, tangy, smoky goodness that is all things barbeque, you've just found the perfect gift. The Barbeque Boss Gift basket is filled with the best grilling products. Like authentic fiery sauces and deliciously zesty rubs, giving them everything they need to make their favorite food better than ever.

The Flame Enthusiast

Some like it hot. That's what led GourmetGiftBaskets to hunt down all the best grilling products and unite them together in one, fiery gift. Composed of gourmet foods, including a sweet, tangy lemon pepper rub and all-natural sauces that offer quite a kick, this amazing collection supplies them with everything they need to create meals of irresistibly hot tastes.

Handy Wrench Bottle Opener

             

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Get him this Handy Wrench Bottle Opener. It’s a heavy weight bottle opener he can keep handy for all his beer cracking needs! Built for a lifetime of flipping and turning caps, this is a perfect gift for the man of the house.

UFC: Ultimate Fight Collection

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Is he constantly on the watch for UFC Fights to watch? If he’s a fan, you can always get him the 2013 UFC Ultimate Fight Collection. If you’re a fan too (like I am) it’d be something amazing for you guys to watch together!

PantyGram

            

get him going for Valentine's day or any day really, try sending a Panty Gram.

Intersection of Love

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Celebrate Valentine’s the right way with the Intersection of Love photo. You can never go wrong getting something customized with both your names on it. This one looks better in color, I think.

Don’t forget to keep check on the Stylish Southern Mama’s 2015 Valentine’s Guide

Edenfantasys Review

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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Looking sexy and feeling gorgeous has never been easier.   EdenFantasys  has a wide variety of items to keep both you and your babe happy this Valentines. This is more than just a sex toy shop, they carry make-up, clothes, body washes, and more

Have you decided what your going to wear for your special “love” night?
They have the cheapest bra and panty sets around, all while being absolutely gorgeous. You can search by color, price, top styles, and patterns. They have gowns that would be great for a sexy night in with your other half.

They also have the most awesome robes. I have the black one, and I love it. Most of these robes come with a nightie underneath, so you are getting more for your money =)

Now, for your night OUT. They have a huge selection of Dresses. They are all so sexy and adorable. I loved that they offered  many different fashions and sizes. I don’t wear dresses much, but I would definitely go for these.




Or, if you are just wanting a movie date, they also offer Tops that are adorable. You could use these as is, or use a button up shirt over topthe last two to give a sexy sophisticated look.

Don’t forget your accessories.
They sell stockings, gloves, pasties, & garterbelts


Don’t forget about your hair. It needs to shine like the queen you are.. They have the most awesome dry shampoo. I have used it and can understand why it won best in show in NYC. I have naturally oily hair and this keeps it fresh all day without having to rewash. It was hard for me to find a dry shampoo before because of my dark hair. This is designed for dark hair. Or, if you have light hair, they have a design for that also.

If you aren’t in to the dry shampoos, they also carry regular shampoo’s and conditioners. The ingredients are Silk, soy, wheat & oat proteins to make your hair beautiful while replenishing proteins.

Have you seen their bath and shower products? I would love to try the Venus line, they look so amazing, and have 11 different choices in just the body wash.. I am in heaven right here.
Milk, Cucumber Melon, Juniper, Lavender, Peach, Pineapple/Tangerine, Green Tea, Mandarin Mango, Pomegranate, Unscented, and even one for your babe- Man. 
They also have a matching Scrub to go with..♥


They have products to complement shower and bath time to make you feel the best you can be. Who would pass up the chance to have a bath massager? These things kick the hurting muscles out the door. They also have an awesome shaving shower mirror that has a suction cup to stick anywhere in the shower or bath so you can see what your doing. Afterit, is a cleansing moisturizer to keep your parts clean after you’ve done your business

They have an awesome selection of Makeup, and nothing is expensive. They have Mineral Beauty Bronzers, Eye Shadow Palettes, and Blush.

They also have an awesome selection of lip balms and glosses. Can’t have your kissers all dried out and non-kissable, now can we? They even have a minty breath freshening lip balm =)

They have fragrances for both men and women..This also includes dry dry oil, mists, solid perfumes, and more

They also have tons of storage ideas to hide away your lusty little fetishes. =)

Did you find something interesting to spice up your holiday?
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Jessica♣