Love at the Paris Games and How to Maintain Closeness in a Relationship

Can kissing your partner for 6 seconds every day lead to a more intimate relationship? According to couples therapists and clinical psychologists John and Julie Gottman, this physical connection can help strengthen the bond in committed relationships by triggering the release of oxytocin, a hormone that builds trust. After studying more than 3,000 couples over 30 years, the Gottmans found that 6 seconds of planned intimacy is enough to release oxytocin, the same hormone responsible for the bond between a child and its mother. Additionally, other studies suggest that 20 seconds of cuddling has a similar effect.

The Olympic Games in Paris are not just a sporting event, but also a meeting place for some of the most desirable singles in the world. The Olympic Village and dating platforms are equipping athletes with what they need to make friends during the competition. For example, Dating.com is offering all Olympic athletes a free monthly subscription to the dating service.  According to People magazine, about 300,000 condoms were distributed to athletes, meaning that each athlete will receive an average of about 30 condoms. This is a significant increase from the previous Olympic Games in Tokyo, where athletes faced pandemic-related restrictions.