The Six Second Kiss. This simple gesture can make all the difference in creating a stronger, more romantic, more trusting bond with your partner. Dr. Gottman, a renowned relationship expert, suggests incorporating a six second kiss on the lips into your everyday routine.
How? Don’t leave home without a kiss that lasts six seconds and do the same when you come back together. Kissing for at least six seconds or hugging for 20 seconds both trigger the release of oxytocin, which helps couples bond and feel trusting of each other. It also creates a deliberate break in your busy day. “A six second kiss is one of the least time-consuming ways to improve things with your partner.”
When you do the math, two six-second kisses a day for seven days works out as just 84 seconds a week. That seems like a pretty easy hurdle to clear to build a better connection with your loved one. Dr. Gottman points out that it’s a way to make sure people connect in a meaningful way, so just relax and enjoy the kiss.
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