Gian Gonzaga: eHarmony.com

Relationships are often studied through one of two questions. How does the relationship benefit the individual and/or how does the relationship benefit the dyad? This talk will address the challenges of balancing what is good for me, what is good for my partner, and what is good for the relationship. It will then review a series of studies that shows that self-interest is sometimes best served by promoting the success of the relationship, even at the momentary expense of the self.