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				<description><![CDATA[The Happiness of Life is Made From the Small Moments Together. Do you need a good reason to convince your partner to kiss more often? Research has given you a good argument.  Kissing not only better for your relationship — it’s also better for your heart. An Arizona State University study found that couples who were told to kiss more often reduced both their stress and [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p>Do you need a good reason to convince your partner to kiss more often? Research has given you a good argument.  Kissing not only better for your relationship — it’s also better for your heart. An Arizona State University study found that couples who were told to kiss more often reduced both their stress and cholesterol — and increased their happiness. Take the time to pucker up and feel better.</p>
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<p id="qt_494928">The thing that I think is the most important is taking moments to express your appreciation to your partner. A thank you or a quick kiss can go a long way toward affirming your relationship and commitment to each other. That&#8217;s not hard to do even when you&#8217;re juggling insane careers and three kids. &#8211; Michael Ian Black</p>
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<p>Here is the reference for those nerds want to read the study</p>
<p>Floyd, K., Boren, J. P., Hannawa, A. F., Hesse, C., McEwan, B., &amp; Veksler, A. E. (2009). Kissing in marital and cohabiting relationships: Effects on blood lipids, stress, and relationship satisfaction. <em>Western Journal of Communication</em>, <em>73</em>(2), 113-133. doi:10.1080/10570310902856071</p>
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