36 questions

Emma Pinnow, Editor

Many people have differing opinions on dating–On romance. Some people think that it is the epitome of the human experience, the binding connection that holds us all together. Others think that it’s overrated. Some say that it isn’t anything more than chemicals in your brain which evolved to make sure that we continue as a species. Regardless, most people feel romantic attraction in some regard. Therefore it is in the area of study by a reasonable amount of scientists. Arthur Aron and other scientists may have found the so-called “secret” to love. There are apparently thirty six questions you can ask someone to make them fall head over heels for you. The New York Times lists a few of these questions, like “If you could change anything about the way you were raised, what would it be?” and “What roles do love and affection play in your life?” The questions come in three sections, slowly getting more and more intense than before. Now, there is a disagreement on how long it should take for someone to fall in love. Other studies by YouGov suggest about three to four months. Romance movies would tell us approximately three seconds, at most. Everybody knows at least one couple that has been dating for years and has never committed to anything more. And that’s all okay. Everybody needs to find what fits them, regardless of what science or media says. So, if the idea of a date/interview is for you, this study is here to tell you the best questions to ask. Although, you may want to be discreet, because asking, “Of all the people in your family, whose death would you find most disturbing and why?” may be a bit of a red flag for some people.