Most of us groan as we hear the new Bachelorettes say "I'm in love!" the first time that they see the new bachelors. Television programs like this make us wonder, "Is it really possible to fall in love after seeing someone for the first time?"
The answer is surprisingly.... YES! I have had many clients who have experienced what they call 'love at first sight.' I've heard many tales of people meeting their partners and knowing instantly that he/she was the person they were meant to marry.
What is love at first sight?
The term 'love at first sight' can actually be called 'love at first interaction.' When we first meet someone, it takes less than a split second to determine that person's overall attractiveness. In 30 seconds, we are able to determine not only their looks, but how they interact with us, the way they smell, the tone of their voice, and the way we feel around them.
While love at first sight is possible, it happens less than we think! Hindsight bias makes it easy for people to remember the one time they fell in love with a person they found attractive at first sight, but neglect the other ten people they did not eventually fall in love with.
I recently answered some questions for CITY TV about 'Love at First Sight." Click here to watch our interview!
