Effective communication is not enough to have fulfilling relationships. If you want to enjoy healthy, vibrant relationships, romantic or otherwise, three essential …
A relationship is made up of a history of interactions between two people. All of the daily moments, glances, words, and focus …
It feels good to help someone who’s having problems with another person. However, inserting yourself into a conflict between two people can …
Good conversation has an edge. It opens your eyes to something, stirs your imagination, reverberates in your mind later in the day. …
The suffering you endure from an abusive person doesn’t always stop once you get away from that person. The critical and abusive …
“I’m still angry and hurt after my divorce, and I’m taking this out on others and my new guy. How can I …
While it’s nice to say, “You’re terrific” or “You’re so smart,” there are much better, more meaningful ways to compliment a person. …
Two people with different opinions can have an effective discussion if they listen to each other and speak in a way that …
In a good long-term relationship, curiosity, interest, fun and desire thrive because there is adequate independence in the relationship. Here are some …
Don’t Trust a Narcissist Avoid seeking a trusting intimate relationship with a narcissist. If you decide to enjoy the narcissist’s charm and …
There are times when “distancing” — seeking more space between partners — is the best thing you can do for the relationship, …
If you do anything interesting in life, you are bound to be criticized. It is best to handle criticism without becoming defensive …