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| 51% of singles say they would fast-track moving in with a partner to save money | More than half, 51%, of singles say they’d move in with a partner sooner than planned to save money, according to a new eharmony report.
And it’s no wonder. Financial experts’ rule-of-thumb is that your housing costs shouldn’t exceed 30% of... |
| This is the secret to a long-lasting relationship—think of love as ‘a nutritionally balanced diet,’ psychology professor says | Any tool that offers a shortcut to happier relationships is bound to be popular, and the Love Languages quiz is no different.
Created 30 years ago by Gary Chapman, author of “The 5 Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your... |
| 4 phrases even couples in successful relationships need to use more: ‘Clear, respectful communication feels good for everyone,’ therapist says | This year, we interviewed dozens of relationship therapists and researchers on which phrases successful couples say to each other. Most experts agree that couples who thrive consistently express empathy, boundaries, and a desire to find com... |
| ‘What are we anxious about?’ and other big questions you should ask before moving in with your partner | Though marriage rates are steadily declining in the United States, the number of people who cohabitate continues to trend in the opposite direction.
In 2010, 49.2% of adults cohabitated at one point in their life, and 47.4% had been married... |
| Here are 2 ways to stay calm if you can't avoid family conflict at the Thanksgiving table | Like most large family get-togethers, Thanksgiving can be as stressful and conflict-ridden as it is cherished.
This is especially true if your family rarely convenes, says Brittany Stewart, a family therapist at Growing Self Counseling &... |
| Blended family dynamics are ‘why second marriages often fail,’ says therapist—4 tips to build a successful one | Second marriages have a higher rate of divorce than first marriages, according to U.S. Census data.
This is partly because of the familial baggage each partner inherits, says Lisa Marie Bobby, psychologist and clinical director of Growing S... |
| Barbara Corcoran says this is the key to her 35-year marriage: ‘There’s something to be said about [having] your own private space’ | Multi-millionaire Shark Tank judge Barbara Corcoran is known for her business prowess. But her success isn’t only limited to professional endeavors.
Corcoran and her husband, Bill Higgins, have been married more than 35 years. She attribute... |
| The No. 1 conversation you shouldn’t text: Use this script to make breaking up face-to-face easier | Ending a relationship is at best uncomfortable and at worst extremely painful, and the inability for text to convey tone can exacerbate any hurt feelings.
“Breaking up with text should be avoided unless the relationship has become unsafe,” ... |
| The MBTI is trending in Korea, but using the personality test to date is a 'terrible idea,' says relationships psychologist | Swipe through profiles on any dating app and you're bound to a see a bio touting your potential mate to be an "ENFP" or "ISTJ." This jumble of letters refers to the results from the Myers-Briggs Personality Indicator Tes... |
| Cohabitating after separating? The arrangement is not uncommon, says marriage therapist: Here’s why it can be successful | Bill de Blasio, former mayor of New York City, and his wife Chirlane McCray announced their separation earlier this week.
But the end of their union doesn’t resemble what many would describe as a typical divorce. In fact, they aren’t gettin... |
| Sheryl Lee Ralph and her husband of almost 20 years don’t live together: ‘It’s fantastic,’ relationship psychologist says | Actor Sheryl Lee Ralph responded to recent headlines which claimed she and her husband of almost 20 years are finally moving in together.
Ralph, 66, and her partner Vincent Hughes, 67, married in 2005, but have lived mostly apart for the du... |
| Not finding love is a top worry for 1-in-4 Gen Zers, poll shows: 3 tips for coping with the fear of being single | For Gen Zers looking for love, the playing field is a little different than that of Millennials when they were in their 20′s.
Some Zoomers seem to be getting married at younger ages and while they’re jumping the broom and starting families,... |
| 4 dating ‘green flags’ that signal the start of a successful relationship | There is an avalanche of information on dating red flags — what they are, how to spot them. But it’s just as important to notice green flags if you’re deciding whether you and a potential partner should get more serious.
“A relationship or ... |
| Already read 'Attached?' Here are 6 other therapist-recommended books about attachment theory | When Amir Levine, Columbia professor and author of "Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find — and Keep — Love," first learned about attachment theory, it was "revelatory," he says: &quo... |
| ‘Avoid the trite excuses’: 3 phrases you should never use during a breakup | It’s challenging to strike the right tone when breaking up with a romantic partner. You want to be firm but empathetic, straightforward but not cruel.
This can be particularly hard for people who are conflict avoidant, says Lisa Marie Bobby... |
| 4 books to help you conquer your social anxiety, recommended by therapists | If you suffer from social anxiety, you know how it feels at the exact moment the anxious thoughts start to creep in: You're out with friends or co-workers and your heart starts racing. Suddenly you're too overwhelmed to contribute, even a l... |
| Wife finds husband’s stacks of dirty dishes—viral 3-word note made it OK: ‘She is seeing positive, noble intentions,’ therapist says | When Susan Lehman, 43, woke up to a sink full of dirty dishes, her knee-jerk reaction was anger.
“My husband had people over for a big game last night and look at all these freaking dishes in the sink,” Lehman says on a TikTok video. She pa... |
| Don’t use this viral TikTok relationship test, expert says: ‘It’s not a red flag if your partner doesn’t peel an orange’ | On TikTok, the hashtag #orangepeeltheory has more than 47 million views. The viral phenomenon has nothing to do with the citrus fruit. It refers to a relationship “test” many couples are using to gauge the strength of their partnership.
The... |
| 47% of Gen Z daters think men should take the lead in relationships | There are some antiquated dating norms that are more persistent than one might think.
When it comes to taking the lead in a relationship, 40% of Americans believe it’s best if the man does it, according to data from Bumble’s State of the Na... |
| 6 tips for navigating a tense Thanksgiving dinner, according to family therapist | Thanksgiving Day is notorious for food, football and family feuds.
Whatever topic will trigger conflict — be it the recent midterms or your relationships status — is sure to be lobbed at you mid-bite.
“All it takes is one look, one complain... |
| This is the No. 1 trap long-term relationships fall into, marriage psychologist says: ‘I very commonly see people using false logic’ | In long-term relationships, it’s very common for people to link their unhappiness to their partner’s actions. They think, “if my partner texted me every morning I’d feel less anxious,” or “if my partner wanted to travel more I’d feel more s... |
| 93% of daters want a partner who is emotionally vulnerable. Here's how to open up, but not overshare, on a first date | A whopping 93% of Hinge users prefer to date someone who is emotionally vulnerable, according to the app's data. They care more about this than height or income.
It makes sense as dating can often feel like a time loop. You discuss the same... |
| 'Failing fast' is the key to dating, says relationship therapist—here's why | If you want to find a long-term partner you might want to get used to the idea of ending things early and often.
"Part of dating is the idea of failing fast," says Lisa Bobby, psychologist and clinical director of Growing Self Cou... |
| Setting boundaries in your daily life can protect you from ‘harmful experiences’: Here are 3 tips to get you started | “It’s okay if you text me, but I can’t respond until after work.”
“I just need 30 minutes to complete this task, and then we can talk.”
“I know I said I was available tonight, but I think I do need a quiet night at home.”
If saying any of t... |
| Getting fired from a job you hate can still be upsetting — here’s why, according to a therapist | Toxic work culture stories dot the internet with tales of bad co-workers and even worse bosses. For example, Away suitcase’s founder reportedly used Slack to lob insults at her team, including calling them “brain dead.” Adam Neumann of WeWo... |
| Is your partner setting a boundary or controlling your behavior? Here's how to spot the difference, according to a relationship therapist | Last week Sarah Brady, an ex-girlfriend of actor Jonah Hill, started posting screenshots of text messages the couple exchanged during their year-long relationship to her Instagram account.
In the messages, which have now gone viral, Hill sh... |
| 6 signs you're ruminating on your ex—and how to stop, according to a relationship psychologist | Following a breakup, it is natural to do a postmortem on the relationship. Examining what worked and what didn't can even be healthy.
But when your reflecting starts negatively affecting how you spend your time, treat others and view yourse... |
| Raising your partner is a relationship ‘red flag’: Here are 3 signs you might be doing it and how to stop | You’ve seen the meme: The words “I can fix him” accompanied by a picture of an infamous serial killer or unhinged super-villain.
If the sentiment rings uncomfortably true for you, it might mean you are attempting to ‘raise’ your partner.
Ra... |
| What’s your love language? How this 30-year-old book that promises the ‘secret to love that lasts’ stays relevant | Gary Chapman says he and his wife had “a lot of struggles” at the beginning of their marriage.
Chapman is the author of “The 5 Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate.” The book, published in 1992, describes five wa... |
| 4 ‘red flags’ that might mean your relationship is in trouble | Most people have a rolodex of red flags that can turn them off on a first date. When you’re well into a serious partnership, though, red flags can be harder to identify.
After a certain level of commitment is involved and you’ve been with y... |
| Setting healthy boundaries with your partner will only make your relationship stronger, says therapist — Here's how to get started | Vocalizing your needs to your partner when you know they won't be happy about them is a daunting task.
If you know a conflict lies just beyond the words "I need to carve out some more alone-time every week" or "I don't want t... |
