Navigating feelings for a friend who has a partner is a complex situation that requires careful consideration. Ultimately, expressing your feelings is a risk, and the outcome is uncertain. Being vulnerable requires... Read more »
We often refer to intimate relationships as “partnerships.” But people often use this kind of term mindlessly—without thinking about what it means for two people to actually be “partners.” The term “partner”... Read more »
The dinner reservation was nearing. You were dressed to the nines. You got the right clothes, the perfect card, made sure your hair looked great. You went into the night hopeful it... Read more »
Laurie never thought she’d be the kind of person who yelled at her partner over something as trivial as a box of Goldfish crackers. But there she was, seething with anger, berating... Read more »
Phubbing is the act of snubbing someone by focusing on a mobile phone instead of engaging in face-to-face interaction. This behavior can negatively impact relationships by reducing the quality of communication and... Read more »
How many times would you say that you’re fully aware of what your romantic partner is saying to you? Do conversations happen in which, several minutes later, you have to ask your... Read more »