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fromPsychology Today
4 days 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
6 days 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 week 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 week 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 week 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 week 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 week 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 week 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
2 weeks 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
Television
fromBustle
2 weeks ago

Justin Defended His Divisive 'BiP' Rose Ceremony Move

Justin Glaze shocked Bachelor in Paradise fans by giving his rose to his ex-girlfriend Susie Evans instead of Lexi Young.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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.
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

A New Novel Explores the Bittersweet Narrative of Life

Negative experiences contribute significantly to a meaningful life. Research indicates that both minor annoyances and profound tragedies serve to enrich the human experience.
Mental health
#murder-trial
fromBustle
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
4 weeks 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
4 weeks 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
4 weeks 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

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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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.
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
2 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
2 months ago

The Danger of Hungry Vulnerability

Isolation after a break-up can hinder emotional recovery; healthier approaches are necessary for better future relationships.
#diddy
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Cocktails

Diddy texted Cassie about leaked sex video - and told her to have 'proper' freak-off without drugs: 'A successful FO is when we remember'

fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Cocktails

Diddy texted Cassie about leaked sex video - and told her to have 'proper' freak-off without drugs: 'A successful FO is when we remember'

Higher education
fromMail Online
2 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
2 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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

The Last of Us' Season 2, Episode 6: Like Father

The Last of Us explores the heartbreaking disintegration of Joel and Ellie's relationship through poignant flashbacks and significant life events.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Whenever My Boyfriend Hears a Specific Song, His Body Has a Baffling Sexual Response

A boyfriend experiences involuntary sexual arousal linked specifically to a certain song, likely due to a Pavlovian response.
NYC music
fromwww.nydailynews.com
2 months ago

Sean Diddy' Combs trial: Most shocking bombshells from Cassie testimony

Cassie Ventura revealed traumatic experiences during her testimony against Sean Diddy Combs, including abuse and manipulation throughout their over decade-long relationship.
NYC music
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Cassie Ventura reveals 'strange' text Sean 'Diddy' Combs sent her after brutal 2016 hotel beating when she told him 'I'm not a rag doll'

Cassie Ventura accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of abusive behavior, describing how he treated her like a 'rag doll' in a text message after an altercation.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Doctor says Richard Satchwell did not report violence in the past, murder trial hears

Richard Satchwell claimed to his doctor that his wife assaulted him multiple times before her disappearance, despite never mentioning past violence in their 18-year marriage.
UK news
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

3 Difficult Parts of Marriage No One Prepares You For

"Being honest" is the gold standard of marriage advice. But honesty without care can become cruelty with a 'moral' alibi.
Relationships
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyers push 'swingers lifestyle' defense while grilling Cassie Ventura about 'freak-offs'

Diddy Combs' defense framed his behavior as part of a swinger lifestyle, while ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura disputed this during her testimony.
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Reminder: Smashing Your Wife's Face in Your Wedding Cake Is Unforgivable

If this is something that a couple plans to do together ahead of time, that's a different story. Consensual cake shenanigans are A-okay. But the surprise face smash? I'm really bothered by the whole concept.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Help! My Relationship Is Being Torn Apart by Dueling Therapists.

The idea of couples therapy could open up our relationship's dynamics to a third-party’s interpretations, which my partner fears may be biased against him.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Cassie Ventura grilled about explicit messages on day four of Sean Diddy' Combs trial

Casandra Ventura testified about her complex relationship with Sean Combs, contrasting initial fears with later affection amid ongoing legal challenges.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I Begged My Boyfriend to Tell Me What He Wants to Try in Bed. Oh God, Anything But This.

Navigating body hair preferences in a relationship can reignite past conditioning about beauty standards and personal acceptance.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

When Love Hurts: Identifying Emotional Manipulation

Emotional abuse involves manipulative behaviors that degrade and control partners, leading to psychological harm.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why Do Couples Move In Together? The Reasons Matter

Cohabitation motivations significantly influence relationship well-being, with time spent together yielding positive outcomes while testing relationships leads to poorer health.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Grieving the Parent You Used to Be (And the Kids They Were)

Parenting changes significantly after children turn 18, leading to feelings of loss and grief for both parents and young adults.
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Blind date: A mullet is always going to make a strong first impression and I'm a bit of a mullet-phobe!'

The date featured engaging conversation and shared experiences alongside some light-hearted awkwardness.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Modern Morals: My boyfriend has no interest in sex any more - does it mean he has found someone else?

A once fulfilling sexual relationship has diminished, resulting in feelings of unattractiveness and unwantedness.
Stress and emotional barriers hinder open communication about intimacy in the relationship.
Relationships
fromKotaku
2 months ago

GTA 6's New Trailer Features A Real Couple For The First Time In Series

GTA 6's trailer introduces a genuine couple dynamic, contrasting with the franchise's history of depicting relationships as humorous or toxic.
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