Have you ever wondered if there is a formula to love? Can two people fall in love after a 36-question experiment? Aron’s study, the Experimental Generation of Interpersonal Closeness, as sparked some interest- love interests. In this workshop, we’ll explore the biology behind love and friendship, and dive deep into the how we can harness social closeness to become more comfortable with ourselves and others. We’ll also demystify common misconceptions of falling in love and analyze the generalizations of Aron’s study. Our discussion looks at many forms of love and compassion including romantic love, be-friending love, and the empathetic self-love that combats self-criticism. Students will leave class with a conceptual toolkit of how to develop social closeness and a greater capacity to love. Whether you want more love in your life or not, this workshop is a wonderful way to develop your interpersonal skills. Feel free to laugh at or love this workshop! Those are ultimately life’s greatest gifts- love and laughter.