When I was 8 years old, I decided to be a writer. Like most people, somewhere around high school I inherited the notion that at some point, I would get married and have kids.

I'm 45 now. I've written for the New Yorker, the New York Times Magazine, GQ, and lots of others. I've written extensively about social justice issues and won big journalism and human rights prizes, and have a slowly filling shelf of books—and one movie—with my name on them. But I'm not married. 

Recently, I undertook to edit a book called US: Americans Talk About Love. I … Read More

At the behest of his wife, my husband has been pursuing a different employer as his current position, while solid and benefit laden, offers no room for advancement and little job satisfaction. It is one of those jobs that his father's generation would have envied. In fact, his father is pretty incensed that he would like to leave. Problem is, my hubby hates it and he'll be there a million years before he ever gets a promotion because no one leaves. It's a graveyard and he knows it. Excelle: 20 Easy Ways To Get Happier

He is meeting this … Read More

Awhile back we met a guy who told us the only reason men care so much about making money is so they can score a hot wife. Screw all those flowery ideals and insurmountable career ambitions—men are simple, he said. Simple and lazy. If our bank accounts and impressive job titles didn't net us women, there would be no need for them. We can easily live off ramen noodles and watch ESPN all day. Men Are Riskiest When Looking For Sex

Of course, we didn't like this rationale and wrote off said man as a shallow nincompoop. Yet this morning, … Read More

Major gender role changes are afoot, according to a new study from the Pew Research Center. Men are increasingly marrying women who earn more money or have more education than them. The numbers say it all: In 1970, 4% of wives earned more than their husbands; In 2007, 22% did. Good job ladies!

Between 1970 and now, household incomes went up by 60% for married people and for single women; by contrast, single men only saw a 16% rise in household income. That's a pretty big gap, and it's happening for a number of reasons.

First of all, more women … Read More

Making your mark in the business world requires for plenty of sacrifices, but one thing that should never be sacrificed is the goal of maintaining a healthy, loving relationship. The constant support of a devoted partner can spell the difference between calmly weathering the never-relenting storms of the workplace and washing up on shore like a sickly sea creature. As you methodically build your kingdom, keep the four next tips in mind, for they will help ensure that you'll have a contented lover sitting happily beside your throne. 7 Ways To Stay Happy (All Year Long)

1. Get them … Read More

The New York Times Magazine recently sat down with the Obamas to discuss the State of the Union—the union between Michelle and Barack that is. In this extensive interview with the president and the first lady, writer Jodi Kantor tries to capture the strengths and weakness of the "first marriage." And regardless of which side of the political spectrum you fall on, we believe the Obamas have got a couple of timeless, bi-partisan policies when it comes to keeping a relationship healthy.  4 Obama-Inspired Date Ideas

Nicole Williams uses dating advice to improve your career.

Since their wedding in 1991, John Travolta and Kelly Preston have long been seen as one of the few Hollywood couples who stay together in good times and in bad.

Those who read this column know that I’ve been writing very personally about how the downturn has affected my relationship. In all honesty, I'm starting to fear that by focusing on what’s happening inside relationships, we may be losing sight of larger contexts—what could and should be happening in the structures that govern our lives.Read: Is The Recession Changing Men's Values?

A man allowing his lady to pay for dinner? Cute. A man living with the fact his lady makes more money? Eh, slightly emasculating. Warning: may cause a brief sensation of boxer brief twisting. Career And Family: Can We Really Have Both?