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#attachment-theory
fromPsychology Today
18 hours ago
Relationships

Mistakes We Make in Love Relationships

Partners often assign different meanings to the same events, have differing memories, and must manage evolved attachment responses and guilt to maintain relationships.
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Love Profiles That Help (and Hurt) Relationships

Are you consistent in how you love people? Probably! Maybe you're aware of it or maybe it's known only by the people you love, but chances are you tend to love people in a certain way. We all do. Our ways of loving might echo how we moved through childhood and early adolescence; they may align with our personalities and goals; they might respond to our cultural context. Critically, the way you love is no accident. It is a reflection of who you are.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Artificial Intimacy

Most dating apps profit from user engagement and swipes rather than facilitating successful matches. Their business model is designed to keep users engaged rather than promote long-term relationships.
Relationships
fromPortland Mercury
3 days ago

SAVAGE LOVE: Four Options

Consider talking with your husband about your feelings and desires. This could lead to a deeper understanding or potential alternative arrangements that honor both partners' needs.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Mistress Dispeller review goodness and vulnerability shine through in candid love triangle doc

Wang Zhenxi helps restore monogamy by professionally removing mistresses from relationships.
#bachelor-in-paradise
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Asking for a friend: I'm excited to be pregnant after a one-night stand but I'm afraid the dad won't want anything to do with us. Should I tell him?

Assess options regarding informing the father about the pregnancy, weighing emotional readiness and potential challenges of single parenting.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

This is how we do it: Our lives are absorbed by raising kids, and we struggle to find time for sex'

Sex remains a vital part of my happiness, yet balancing motherhood with self-care makes it challenging to find the mood for intimacy. Scheduling intimate moments aids in rekindling desire.
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Divorce attorneys are noticing a familiar complaint from married women

'You know everything, inside and out, about your favorite car. All the things that you truly care about, you know all the details,' Mila recalled thinking about him. 'But when it comes to basic necessities like getting groceries, buying stuff for our child, remembering things about us, you act as if you're incompetent.'
Relationships
Television
fromVulture
1 week ago

Love Island: Beyond the Villa Recap: Say It With Your Chest

The show offers a humorous perspective on understanding the emotional rollercoaster of being a fan, particularly for teams like the Cleveland Browns.
#mental-health
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

My Husband and I Just Discovered a New, Exhilarating Way to Have Sex. It Could Get Us in Big Trouble.

Sexual activity in one's workspace is typically a fireable offense in almost every employment context. If you are independently wealthy, then go for it!
Relationships
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Edaein O'Connell: 'Yearning' men stereotype reminds us it is not just women who want to be loved

Yearning men captivate women in 2025, moving away from stoic partners.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

When Only One Partner Wants to Stay Together

Discernment counseling aids 'mixed-agenda couples' in choosing their future path without immediate pressure to save the relationship.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Relationship Amber Flags: How to Spot and Challenge Negging

Negging aims to lower the self-esteem of the recipient to make them more open to the advances of the speaker.
Relationships
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

I Have a Controversial Way of Managing Money in My Relationship. Every Other Approach Makes No Sense.

Splitting expenses according to income disparity can create financial imbalances within a couple.
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

'Horrific' Relationships: Alison Brie and Dave Franco explore codependency in their movie

The movie 'Together' reflects on the complexities of a long-term relationship tested by emotional baggage and external circumstances.
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Stonewalling Isn't Always Shameful-It's a Survival Strategy

Stonewalling is a survival response to feeling unsafe during conflict and a predictor of higher divorce risks.
#friendship
Music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

How Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham went from lovers to bandmates and back again

Nicks and Buckingham's relationship deteriorated after joining Fleetwood Mac, leading to lasting animosity despite their musical collaboration.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Help! I Started Earning Way More Than My Boyfriend. Then His Incessant Jabs Began.

Your boyfriend's insecurity about your increased income reflects selfishness rather than support. He seems unable to handle your success, indicating deeper issues in your relationship.
Relationships
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Groundwater by Thomas McMullan review a lesson in foreboding

Groundwater explores themes of moral unease and psychological conflict through the experiences of John and Liz in a rural setting.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I Simply Want My Wife to Give Me a Sexual "Surprise." Is That Really So Much to Ask?

In the last year, sexual intimacy has drastically declined, with only occasional handjobs due to her ongoing struggles with perimenopause and the complexities in the relationship.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Childhood Coping Traits Affect Our Adult Relationships

Personality traits developed to survive an abusive childhood often become maladaptive in adulthood.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I used to be an escort, and a former client wants to be friends. What should I do? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

Reconnecting with a past client can be positive or complicate established boundaries.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Scheduled Sex? The Group Chat Has Thoughts

Scheduling sex created a sense of stability and excitement in our marriage, transforming mundane Mondays into 'the best part of the week' that we both eagerly anticipated.
Relationships
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

This Is Love for Precarious Times

Too Much feels visually flat and unfunny, relying heavily on Anglo-American culture clashes for charm rather than genuine comedic or romantic elements.
Television
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

2 Reasons Why Lasting Love Starts With True Friendship

Many individuals in romantic relationships do not view their partner as a close friend, impacting relational satisfaction.
fromAnOther
1 month ago

Lina Scheynius Accounts the End of a Relationship

Scheynius never intended the journal she kept after the breakup to become a book. Where she states her emotional confusion and inability to trust people shows the turmoil she was in.
Writing
Television
fromVulture
1 month ago

Love Island Season-Finale Recap: Filler Island

Amaya won Love Island USA season seven, likening herself to a 'Dominican Cinderella' who finds love and a $50,000 reward.
#communication
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Are You the Parent, Partner, or Child in Your Relationship?

Couples may become fixed in roles like parent, partner, or child, hindering intimacy.
fromInverse
1 month ago

5 Years Ago, The Time-Loop Genre Got A Brilliant Shakeup

Romantic comedies can integrate into any genre while maintaining human stories.
Palm Springs revitalizes the time loop concept by blending romance and intelligent storytelling.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Murder or suicide? Dueling views hinge on 911 call, gunshot residue in shooting at Fremont hotel

Nolan Hurd is accused of murdering Nikha DeGuzman, with prosecutors presenting evidence to support their claim.
fromBustle
1 month ago

This 'AJLT' Theory Predicts Carrie & Aidan Break Up

Throughout the first half of Season 3, Carrie has emphasized two particular things within her home: the glass dining table she found on 1stDibs, which she thought represented her and Aidan's relationship, and the unique glass window that Aidan accidentally shattered when he was throwing rocks at her window, completely fumbling his surprise romantic gesture.
Television
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Boyfriend Promised Me an Exciting Sex Life. Well, Where Is It, Then?

After two years, frustrations with a vanilla sex life can lead to doubts about long-term compatibility. Consent and comfort in exploring kink are essential in relationships.
Relationships
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Asking for a friend: My partner lost his job a year ago and it's put a lot of pressure on us - now he's hinting he wants to move in. I am not sure he's the man for me anymore

Financial issues are one of the top complaints that couples have. Our attitudes to money can vary widely, and often a 50/50 split is attempted but fails in real life.
Relationships
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

We've been married for years, but we both love traveling alone. Solo trips have made our marriage stronger.

Solo travel strengthens relationships by promoting individual growth and appreciation for one's partner.
fromJezebel
1 month ago

This Week's 'And Just Like That...' Was a Horror Movie

Carrie Bradshaw endures a torturous evening with her British neighbor while reflecting on the state of her relationships.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Roommate's Age Gap Relationship Already Grossed Me Out. Then I Discovered Something That Makes It So Much Worse.

Inappropriate age-gap relationship affects roommate's comfort in shared living space.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Help! My Wife Went to Her High School Reunion. She Returned With a Brand New, Troubling Obsession.

I’m worried about the way your wife's self-esteem suddenly tanked, and about how much hope she’s putting into the fantasy that plastic surgery will fix it.
Mental health
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

It's One of the Most Popular Sex Positions of All Time. But It Leaves Me Dumbfounded.

Not enjoying missionary sex is common and does not make someone abnormal.
#sexual-desire
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Relationships Are Not Safe Spaces: Why Conflict Matters

Good relationships aren't low-conflict; they're high-repair. Some of the most resilient couples we know argue about all sorts: money, parenting, sex.
Relationships
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

'Sorry, Baby' Review: A New and Improved Sundance Darling

Sorry, Baby adroitly showcases how trauma can permeate everyday interactions, blending lighthearted moments with underlying dread. Its depiction of the assault is both subtle and chilling.
Film
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Falling in Love with a Friend Is More Common Than You Think

The majority of people report having transitioned from friends to lovers, indicating this pathway is not only common but also often perceived as ideal for starting a romantic relationship.
Relationships
#reality-tv
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Hidden Challenge of Dementia Relationship Dissonance

Emotional misalignment in dementia care is common but rarely acknowledged.
Relationship dissonance causes silent grief for dementia caregivers.
Naming dissonance helps caregivers grieve and reconnect.
#marriage
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Relationships

Divorced People Are Sharing Huge "Red Flags" They Ignored Before Getting Married, And It's Eye-Opening

Trusting partners can still experience loneliness in relationships.
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago
Relationships

Breaking Down Excruciating Divorce Details: How a Marriage Ends

The article depicts the challenges of a long-term marriage and the eventual necessity of individual growth over partnership.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Relationships

Divorced People Are Sharing Huge "Red Flags" They Ignored Before Getting Married, And It's Eye-Opening

Relationships
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

Breaking Down Excruciating Divorce Details: How a Marriage Ends

The article depicts the challenges of a long-term marriage and the eventual necessity of individual growth over partnership.
Relationships
fromFortune
1 month ago

Inside the legal business of Jeff Bezos' marriage to Lauren Sanchez

Jeff Bezos' second marriage is influenced heavily by wealth and legal protections due to past divorce complications.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Michael Houghton: 'I was in knots over a 9 cupcake purchase. Is it any wonder my wife hates FIRE?'

The FIRE lifestyle can create tension if one partner doesn't fully support it.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What Predicts Happiness in Consensual Open Relationships?

Consensual non-monogamy (CNM) includes mutual consent and can lead to deep intimacy and conversation among partners.
1-3% of committed couples are engaged in consensual non-monogamy in the U.S.
Relationships
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Love is a rollercoaster! Chart reveals relationship changes in a DAY

Love experiences significant fluctuations in satisfaction over days and hours, indicating needs in relationships may not always be met.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Dining across the divide: I thought Labour would be bad. I didn't think they'd be bad so quickly'

Becky: 'I joined Labour in order to get Jeremy Corbyn in... It really felt like this was someone who was going to change the world.'
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

This is how we do it: I prefer sex with someone who has erectile dysfunction'

We began meeting weekly to have sex when his partner was out, but it was never just about sex; it was about emotional connection and understanding.
Relationships
#trump
fromBustle
2 months ago

I'm 25. He's 43. Can People Stop Judging Our Age Gap?

However, I think you'll benefit from considering why people judge older guys dating women in their early/mid-20s. There is a very well-documented pattern of that situation turning out... not so well.
Relationships
fromNature
2 months ago

Digging foxholes in the dark

"Seeing family for the holiday?" The Lowe's cashier asks me as he rings up the shovel. "No," I answer, too quickly, recalling that first disaster of a trip."
Relationships
#elon-musk
fromtime.com
2 months ago
US Elections

Went Too Far': Elon Musk Says He Regrets Some Posts About Trump

Elon Musk expressed regret for his recent critical posts about President Trump, indicating a desire to restore their relationship.
fromFuturism
2 months ago
US politics

Elon Musk Reportedly Owes Donald Trump a Colossal Sum of Money

Elon Musk's financial commitment to Trump's election campaign is reportedly unfulfilled, highlighting a growing rift between them.
US politics
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Elon Musk Reportedly Owes Donald Trump a Colossal Sum of Money

Elon Musk's financial commitment to Trump's election campaign is reportedly unfulfilled, highlighting a growing rift between them.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Eoin McGee answers: 'Our adult daughter still lives at home and is causing so much disruption. We've just inherited 350,000. Should we buy her an apartment?'

While both partners have stable jobs and savings, the reluctance to move out indicates a deeper issue that might need to be addressed for personal peace.
Retirement
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Complaining and using the invisible brake among top annoying passenger traits

A study of 2,000 drivers indicates that annoying passenger habits like throwing wrappers, fiddling with radios, and loud phone use lead to car trip arguments.
Parenting
fromVulture
2 months ago

And Just Like That ... Recap: Rat Queen

We manifested that! You're welcome, Carrie, and also, it seems, Aidan, who made these plans and yet had no idea what they were.
Relationships
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Indian women face growing threat of incel culture, misogyny DW 06/03/2025

Tate's repeated demeaning and violent statements about women and his mocking of the seriousness of sexual assault are usually brushed aside by his followers.
Women in technology
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

3 Reasons a Narcissist Wants You to Doubt Your Reality

Narcissists rewrite history to position themselves as victims and control others.
They instill doubt in your judgment to maintain power in relationships.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

My Husband Claims He Wants to Retire Early But He's a Big Spender

The couple must reconcile their differing spending philosophies to align with their early retirement goals.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

My Girlfriend Wants to Break One Of My Cardinal Rules of Adulthood

Balancing personal beliefs about job security with the need to support a partner's mental health is challenging.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why You Always Say Yes

People-pleasing is rooted in the fawn response to stress learned during childhood for safety.
Fawning helped our ancestors survive by maintaining group harmony, but may hinder personal boundaries today.
Recognizing fawning patterns is essential for improving self-worth and relationship dynamics.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

My husband and I split our household chores based on our strengths and interests. We joke that I'm the CEO of our house, and he's the COO.

Effective division of household tasks based on individual strengths helps avoid resentment in marriage.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Arguing Is Normal-Right? Actually, No.

Couples' tolerance for arguments varies based on their backgrounds, and conflict isn't essential in intimate relationships.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Danger of Hungry Vulnerability

Isolation after a break-up can hinder emotional recovery; healthier approaches are necessary for better future relationships.
Higher education
fromMail Online
3 months ago

People from poor backgrounds are deemed MORE trustworthy

Trustworthiness is perceived differently based on socioeconomic background, with those from poorer backgrounds deemed more trustworthy.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How to Use Your Device Without Ruining Your Date

Communication skills help bridge the gap between smartphone usage and marital satisfaction.
Partners often view phubbing as uncouth rather than personal, impacting relationship dynamics.
Phubbing can reduce quality communication, threatening partners' sense of belonging.
Enhanced communication skills can improve marriage satisfaction, despite smartphone distractions.
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