David Buss

"We seek partners who complement our weaknesses."

"Attraction is not rational; it's rooted in deep biological preferences."

"The persistence of jealousy reveals its adaptive significance."

"We are capable of tremendous love and terrible cruelty."

"Understanding ourselves requires understanding our evolutionary origins."

"Parental investment theory explains much about gender differences."

"Trust is valuable precisely because betrayal is possible."

"The human mind is far more complex than we typically assume."

"We must balance biological realities with moral ideals."

"Conflict in relationships is often rooted in mismatched expectations."

"Success in life requires understanding human nature."

"The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives."

"We are simultaneously selfish and capable of sacrifice."

"Change requires understanding what we're trying to change."

"Human behavior makes sense when viewed through an evolutionary lens."

"The desire to belong is one of our most powerful motivations."

"We seek meaning through relationships and connections."

"Our fears reveal what our ancestors needed to survive."

"Persistence in relationships requires realistic expectations."

"The study of human nature is ultimately the study of ourselves."

"We are capable of profound growth and self-understanding."

"Love is both biology and choice, instinct and commitment."

"Understanding others begins with understanding ourselves."

"The conflicts we face today echo conflicts from our past."

"We must acknowledge dark truths about human nature to transcend them."

"Cooperation and competition are both fundamental to human nature."

"Our choices shape our lives in ways our ancestors could not imagine."

"Gratitude strengthens our most important relationships."

"We are more similar to each other than we often admit."

"Strength lies in understanding our vulnerabilities."