Dive deep into the heart of human emotions and evolutionary biology in this captivating episode of The BIG Search for Happiness. We explore the groundbreaking insights from a special issue of Comprehensive Psychoneuroendocrinology (cPNEC) that traces the neurobiological roots of love, and how it shapes our wellbeing and social bonds. The Natural History of Love and Fear: Uncover how love’s biobehavioral definitions impact our coping mechanisms amidst life's uncertainties, and how our social bonds hold the potential to alleviate fear and stress. Love as Medicine: Delve into the ancient biological systems that underline love’s potential to nurture, heal, and foster survival, revealing love’s profound role in enhancing individual and collective wellbeing. Evolution of Love Capacity: Discover how the oxytocin system, evolving alongside human sociality, plays a pivotal role in fostering love, trust, and mutual affection, even transcending human-human interactions to include our cherished pets. Regulation of Love and Oxytocin: Explore the promising yet complex realm of oxytocin regulation, its influence on birth, lactation, and early childhood experiences, and its profound long-term impacts on mental and physical health. Nature via Nurture: Embark on a thought-provoking discussion on the necessity of nurturing love and safety, from individual relationships to societal structures, to combat the adversities of our tumultuous world. Subscribe Now to The BIG Search for Happiness and unravel the mysteries of love’s neurobiological origins, its significance in overcoming fear, and its promise of fostering a healthier, more compassionate world. Don’t miss out on this enlightening discourse that could redefine your understanding of love, happiness, and human connection in the grand tapestry of life.