As a therapist and a wife, I recognize that in casual conversations, we sometimes say hurtful things to our partner without even...

Emotional intimacy is the glue that holds a long-term, healthy relationship together. Without feeling safe and secure in what you share...

Modern dating can be confusing, and it’s not uncommon to find yourself seeking a committed relationship while being stuck in a...

Men can become trapped in unhealthy relationships just as easily as women, but they may stay longer. This tendency often stems from men’s...

I was shocked when I read a recent report stating that 70% of all divorces in the U.S. are initiated by women. In marriages where the...

If you've ever felt uneasy after a conversation with your partner—like something about their response wasn’t quite right, or it left you...

Arguments are a normal part of every relationship. In fact, if a couple never argues, it’s likely that one or both partners are not fully...

If you’ve been told you’re too sensitive, you may have felt flawed or misunderstood. How could feeling things deeply or reacting...

In long-term relationships, we often fall into routines. Some of these routines are healthy, while others are not. Stress from work,...

When you’ve been with someone for a while, hoping to marry them or commit to a long-term relationship, it’s difficult to leave when you...