Relationships
Understand how to nurture the bonds between you and your loved ones, whether you’re experiencing problems in the bedroom, weathering an emotional rough patch, or need clear-cut relationship advice.
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‘Failing’ at Dating Is a Good Thing, Actually
Every failure moves you one step closer to your ideal partner and relationship.
How You 'Parent' Your Dog Matters, Actually
Your puppy parenting style shapes how your pet behaves later in life.
You Should Be 'Textually Compatible' With Your Partner
You send a well-meaning text and they leave you on read. Is there a bigger problem?
What to Do If You Realize You're 'Parenting' Your Partner
Ultimately, no one benefits from this relationship dynamic.
Why 'Revenge Cheating' Never Works
It sounds satisfying at first, but it won't make you "even"—it will only make things worse.
How to Give Dating Advice, According to ‘The Bachelor’ Star Nick Viall
The author and podcast host also explains how to stand out in a crowded market.
By Meredith Dietz And Jordan Hicks
Is It Really Illegal to Have Sex in Public?
Laws vary by state, but most quickies aren’t worth going to court over.
By Lindsey Ellefson And Jordan Hicks
The Perfect Number of Dating App Conversations You Should Have at Once
Playing the field is better than having all your eggs in one basket.
How to Break the Cycle of Fighting With Your Partner Via Text
It's easy to fall into the habit, but there are better ways to sort things out.
The Stages of Grief After a Breakup (and How to Survive Each One)
The end of a relationship really can feel like a death.
What Is a 'Normal' Body Count?
Despite what you may have seen on Twitter or Reddit, there’s really no such thing.
By Lindsey Ellefson And Jordan Hicks
How to Know If You Have a Toxic Relationship With Your Sibling
Here's what to do if your sibling relationship is more than just "complicated."
The Psychological Mind Tricks That Actually Work
These "mind tricks" are backed by actual science and research.
Maybe You Should Try ‘Quiet Quitting’ Your Love Life
Putting yourself first might actually bring you closer to finding your best partner.
How ‘Retroactive Jealousy’ Can Ruin a Relationship (and What to Do About It)
Everyone has a past, including your partner. That doesn't take away from what you have together.
Five Signs That You're the Toxic One in a Relationship
If you’re noticing a pattern in your breakups, it may be time to reevaluate who is at fault.
By Meredith Dietz And Jordan Hicks
So You Need to Poop While on a Date
When you gotta go, you gotta go...to extreme lengths to keep the romance alive.
How Going Backward Can Help Your Relationship Move Forward
It's possible to step back from a relationship without cutting out the other person entirely.
How to Tell When You’ve Outgrown Your Relationship
It's normal for partners to grow at different paces—here's how to decide whether it's time to move on.
How Illegal Is It to Have Sex in Public?
If you get busy in your car, for example, how much trouble can you really get in?