When Temps Drop, Do What They Do, Warm Up With A Chick Flick — Dave’s Diary

We are heading into a bit of a cold snap and after a hot summer and mild fall and so the freezing weather may come as a bit of a shock to your system.  So guys, the answer to getting warmer is to shock your system even more!

My fellow friends, science compels me to report --If you are feeling chilly, you may want to watch-- a romantic movie or any of the so-called chick flicks!

A recent report in the Journal of Consumer Research reveals that participants who had just had iced tea or sat in a cold room were 83% more likely to choose to watch a love story compared with those who were not shivering.

The lead scientist in the study concludes that physical coldness activates a need for psychological warmth, which leads to increased liking for romance movies.

So guys, you've just spent the morning outside chopping wood, feeding the horses, shoveling the driveway and now you're ready to take the chill off when you reach for your favorite.  Which is it?  One of the top picks is Love Actually.  Other alleged favorites include Dirty Dancing, the Notebook and An officer and a Gentleman.

Me? I'll grab an extra blanket and go with Braveheart!