Katherine Chloé Cahoon

…for a successful, loving relationship. Sure there are unions built on one-way love, but at some point the person putting in the effort wakes up to reality and feels lovelorn. Dr. Sue Johnson, a psychologist and couples therapist, uses biology, neuroscience, and clinical psychology to present a strong case for this hypothesis in her book, Love Sense: the Revolutionary New Science of Romantic Relationships.

Based on her research, Dr. Johnson believes that two of the most critical questions to ask when gauging the strength of a potential life partner are, “Will you put me first?” and “Are you there for me when I need you?” People often talk of falling in love, but keeping that love alive requires maintaining a daily bond.