According to Neuroscience expert Dr. Patrick Porter, there is a fascinating link between brainwaves and romance.

The Science of Love.

Dating and relationships are hard work – especially in the age of social distancing and COVID. The changing face of modern romance has led to some pretty depressing stats: A recent survey found that more than 50% of sexually active individuals are dissatisfied with their sex lives; only 30% of Internet daters are in search of true love as opposed to hookups, and a staggering 23% of women aren’t happy in their relationships! It’s no wonder nearly half of all marriages today end in divorce.

Before you lose all faith in modern romance and turn your back on love, there may be some hope. Though some argue technology is the leading culprit in romantic demise, new tech has also given us incredible insight into love and relationships.

According to Neuroscience expert Dr. Patrick Porter, there is a fascinating link between brainwaves and romance.

“We can’t see it, but brains hum with waves of electrical activity. At the root of all our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors is the communication between neurons within our brains. Changing our brainwaves has a dramatic effect on our physical, mental, and emotional health…”

…says Dr. Porter, who recently launched a research study on this subject in collaboration with Seminole State College of Florida. According to research, balancing brainwaves has been found to help people de-stress and achieve emotional balance. It is proven to help people who struggle with stress, anxiety, difficulty sleeping, fatigue, – all of which are extremely important factors when it comes to romance and relationships.

So how can you *Balance* brainwaves?

According to Dr. Porter, mindfulness activities like meditation are one way to achieve the mental equilibrium that’s ideal for romance. Because COVID-19 forced people to make mental health more of a priority, these practices have risen in popularity. Though there are several methods of meditation and mindfulness, one of the most effective is “brainwave entrainment”, which enhances traditional mediation by synchronizing brainwaves to a specialized sound. As the sound frequency changes, so does the frequency in the brain. This stimulation boosts brain levels of serotonin, beta-endorphins, and norepinephrine. These are the same chemicals that are released during attraction and make us giddy, energetic, and euphoric.

Sleep also plays a significant role in your brain activity and in your relationships. When we sleep poorly, the parts of our brain devoted to emotional empathy don’t function as well. Sleep loss causes social withdrawal and loneliness and it helps us to be less angry and aggressive. Not surprisingly, anxiety and stress can also negatively impact your relationship. It can lead to inappropriate suspicion and paranoia, overthinking, and an inappropriate need for reassurance and support.

“We can’t see it, but brains hum with waves of electrical activity. At the root of all our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors is the communication between neurons within our brains. Changing our brainwaves has a dramatic effect on our physical, mental, and emotional health.“

– Dr. Patrick Porter

In An Interview/Article, Dr. Porter Can Share:

• Brainwaves & Relationships: the Science of Love.
• The Fascinating Link Between Meditation, Mindfulness & Its Impact on Romance & Emotional Health
• Romance in the Age of COVID: Unique Valentine’s Day Ideas for 2021
• The Future of Mental Health & Love: The Intersection of Technology & Wellness
• 3 Ways to Balance Your Brainwaves & Why It May Improve your Love Life
• Brainwave Entrainment: Synchronizing Brainwaves with Sound Stimulation

COVID-19 has changed the landscape for dating and relationships. While things may look and feel different this year, there are still plenty of ways to find romance and with a bit of creativity, even make Valentine’s Day special. According to Dr. Porter, understanding more about your brain and the science of love will help.