Why Love Isn't Enough: The Science of Lasting Relationships with Dr. Harry Benson
From Light Beyond The Ashes Podcast · 01:17:36
Show by Amber Humphrey
What does it really take to make love last? And how do childhood trauma, emotional safety, and commitment shape the relationships we build?In this powerful episode of Light Beyond the Ashes, host Amber Humphrey welcomes Dr. Harry Benson, relationship researcher, Research Director of the UK's Marriage Foundation, and author of Reliable Love: The Psychology of Marriage and Commitment, for an eye-opening conversation about marriage, relationships, and healing the family from within.After nearly losing his own marriage, Dr. Benson turned his personal struggles into a mission to understand why relationships succeed, why families fall apart, and what truly makes love last.Together, Amber and Dr. Benson explore the connection between childhood trauma, emotional safety, nervous system regulation, and healthy relationships. Through personal stories and relationship research, they discuss how our childhood experiences shape the way we love, why couples often grow apart after becoming parents, and how healing ourselves can transform our connections with others.In this episode, you'll discover:The psychology of love, marriage, and lasting commitmentHow childhood wounds can influence adult relationshipsWhy couples grow apart after having childrenThe invisible mental and emotional load of parentingHow emotional safety, healing, and intentional connection can strengthen familiesDr. Benson's practical insights for building lasting relationshipsThis heartfelt conversation bridges science, spirituality, and personal transformation, reminding us that strong relationships aren't built by perfect people, but by people willing to grow, heal, and choose each other.🔗 Connect with Dr. Harry BensonWebsite: https://marriagefoundation.org.ukTikTok: @harrybenson6Instagram: @harrybenson6Book: Reliable Love: The Psychology of Marriage and Commitment ⸻ Connect with Light Beyond the Ashes Website: LightBeyondTheAshes.com Instagram: @LightBeyondTheAshes TikTok: @LightBeyondTheAshes Subscribe for weekly conversations bridging science, spirit, and soul
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