A General Theory of Love

By T. Lewis, F. Amīnī, R. Lannon. 2000

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Triune ethics: The neurobiological roots of our multiple moralities (2008, background): “…of social space, and how to navigate it effectively’’ (Churchland, 1998, p. 86), developing unconscious ‘‘somatic markers’’ (Damasio, 1994) for what are good and not-so-good actions, and developing the capability for limbic resonance with others for a satisfying social life (Lewis et al., 2000).”
Altruism, happiness, and health: it’s good to be good (2005, background): “Lowering of cortisol is associated with less stress (Lewis et al., 2000).”
Expanding the Interpersonal Dimension: Closeness in the Coach-Athlete Relationship (2007, background): “Failure to establish or maintain quality close relationships with others may account for the predominance of emotional problems, and maladaptive, neurotic and destructive behaviors [12]; lead to morbidity and mortality [13]; and negatively alter life pathways and developmental trajectories by absenc”
I to we: The role of consciousness transformation in compassion and altruism (2007, background): “Our findings suggest that spiritual experience and practice may increase one’s capacity to have concern for the suffering of another without being overwhelmed by personal distress so that one remains energized to help.”