Justin Garcia

This is a very important book on a very important topic by a highly respected scientist

A brilliant exploration of why we love, connect, and sometimes stray. With a rare mix of science and storytelling, Justin Garcia shows that intimacy is not just about sex, it is about feeling seen, safe, and alive. A must read for anyone curious about the deeper forces behind love, sex, and connection.

Emily Morse, Doctor of Human Sexuality, Founder of Sex with Emily and Author of Smart Sex: How to Boost Your Sex IQ & Own Your Pleasure

This book does a remarkable job of explaining why we live and die for love and the great conflicts that exist in our biology. Evolutionary biologist Justin Garcia’s groundbreaking studies reveal the latest changes in human dating and mating as well as some of our most ancient needs and desires. There is an intimacy crisis happening around the world, and Garcia's work can help us to understand how we can address the issue and why we must.

Scott Barry Kaufman, author of Rise Above and Host of The Psychology Podcast

How We Evolved to Love and What it Means for Our Relationships Now

Why do we love who we love? Why do we stay in unfulfilling relationships, and stray from rewarding ones? And why do some couples crash and burn while others stay madly in love?In The Intimate Animal, Dr Justin Garcia - one of the world’s leading experts on the science of love and sex – reveals that the answer to these questions lies in our evolution, how we are biologically wired to connect with each other, and why it is at odds with the way we live now. Dr Garcia explains the multiplicity of human sexual and romantic behaviour using cutting-edge research from the world-famous Kinsey Institute, including:- Why we have evolved to live and die for love and yet searching for ‘the one’ is futile- Why we are wired for 'social monogamy’ but not necessarily ‘sexual monogamy’- Why some people are more likely to cheat He also draws on his experience as the scientific advisor at Match.com to share practical tips on love and attraction – the two biological systems often in painful conflict – to help us deepen and strengthen our relationships. Whether you're seeking that special someone, recovering from heartbreak, or trying to keep the passion alive, The Intimate Animal is the essential, research-backed guide for anyone who wants to forge deeper, more intimate connections in these disconnected times.

Justin Garcia

Praise for The Intimate Animal

This is a very important book on a very important topic by a highly respected scientist

A brilliant exploration of why we love, connect, and sometimes stray. With a rare mix of science and storytelling, Justin Garcia shows that intimacy is not just about sex, it is about feeling seen, safe, and alive. ...

This book does a remarkable job of explaining why we live and die for love and the great conflicts that exist in our biology. Evolutionary biologist Justin Garcia’s groundbreaking studies reveal the latest changes i ...

This is a very important book on a very important topic by a highly respected scientist

A brilliant exploration of why we love, connect, and sometimes stray. With a rare mix of science and storytelling, Justin Garcia shows that intimacy is not just about sex, it is about feeling seen, safe, and alive. ...

This book does a remarkable job of explaining why we live and die for love and the great conflicts that exist in our biology. Evolutionary biologist Justin Garcia’s groundbreaking studies reveal the latest changes i ...

This is a very important book on a very important topic by a highly respected scientist

A brilliant exploration of why we love, connect, and sometimes stray. With a rare mix of science and storytelling, Justin Garcia shows that intimacy is not just about sex, it is about feeling seen, safe, and alive. ...

This book does a remarkable job of explaining why we live and die for love and the great conflicts that exist in our biology. Evolutionary biologist Justin Garcia’s groundbreaking studies reveal the latest changes i ...

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