Expectation or Intention?
Often the topic of Romantic Love on Valentines Day focuses on the expectations involved. Husbands and boyfriends are wondering, “What will I get her?” What is she expecting?” Wives and girlfriends wonder “Will he let me down again?” or “I hope he surprises me.”
The National Marriage Project uses 4 questions to measure generosity, a sign of happy relationships.
Studies show that being a generous partner not only makes for a happier relationship, but actually provides health benefits for both partners. But how can you tell whether you're truly generous? Many people have trouble assessing this personality trait, and tend to overestimate their own generosity. Others are chronic "givers," letting their significant other walk all over them and often not even knowing it.
How to plan family, couple and alone time this holiday season -- without getting too overwhelmed!
The holidays are a jam-packed time full of lavish parties, loads of fun, and hopefully just a handful of obligatory commitments. If you're in a serious relationship, chances are much of this time will be spent with your partner.
It's time for Black Friday craziness. How will you and your partner handle it without fighting?
Some people are real Black Friday devotees, perusing all the ads beforehand and dashing to the stores super-early. Others are casual strollers, merely people-watching and taking it all in. Even more people don't participate at all (or go online shopping instead).
Researchers say if your partner is on a weight loss kick, you could be headed for splitsville.
Ladies and gentlemen, consider yourself warned: If your long-term lover expresses the desire to shed a few pounds, it can only mean one thing. He is planning on leaving you. Wait... what?
Even Angry Single Blogger's heart melted when she read this study about Ecuadorian wrens.
Have you ever wondered why we're always told that two is better than one? Why dancing is more fun when you have partner to get down with? Well, contemplate those deep thoughts no longer; the plain-tailed wren of Ecuador are about to answer your burning questions.
Recent research says if he's a good guy, he won't fight about which side to sleep on.
There's a huge difference between having sex with someone and being able to comfortably share the bed with them. It's a big step and in some cases involves a bit of compromise.
Smoking, junk food, biting your nails...could you be doing these things because of your partner?
When it comes to relationships, straight people in marriages and gays in long-term, intimate cohabitation partnerships may pick up unhealthy habits from their significant others, U.S. researchers say.
Does making the proverbial LIST really set you on track to find a relationship?
Okay, we know you’ve heard it many times from all kinds of sources from your best friend, to Cosmo, to every dating coach out there: Make a List of What You Want.
It's true – creating a list is a crucial step in making the relationship of your dreams a reality, however, we are betting that many of you have made the list, and yet still do not have your ideal mate.
"The Techlationship Talk" is 5 questions every couple should answer in this social media age.
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