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The 5 Most Common Reasons Why Women Cheat

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The 5 Stages of a Breakup

Relationships often fall apart in similar ways. Here's how—from start to finish.

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How to Teach a Child That Actions Have Consequences

The link between actions and consequences can be ambiguous for a child.

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3 Boundaries Couples Must Set Early On in a Relationship

Consider setting these three boundaries before you and your partner get serious.

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5 Stages Every Successful Relationship Must Navigate

Just met to just married: Successful relationships progress similarly.

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2 Ways That "The Ick" Can Ruin a Perfectly Good Relationship

Is it "the ick" harming your connection, or are you being a cynic?

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2 Ways the "Overview Effect" Can Make You Feel Alive

Sometimes, all you need is a change of perspective.

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Why Men Don't Need to Be Stoic to Be Strong

Modern stoicism is a trap. Here's how you can break free.

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3 Signs That You're Going Through an "Emotional Divorce"

Signing legal papers isn't the only way to feel the effects of a divorce.

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3 Ways to Protect Your Kids From "Hurried Child Syndrome"

Is your child growing up too fast? Here's how to slow them down.

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Why Couples Are "Gray Divorcing" After Decades of Marriage

It's never too late to realize that you deserve a fulfilling love life.

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3 Ways to Enhance Your Love Life With 'Micro-Moments'

"It's the little things," they say. Here's why micro-moments reinforce love.

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3 Signs That Your Partner Is Falling Out of Love With You

Here's how to spot a partner that's slowly but surely losing interest in you.

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3 Monthly Ritual Days That'll Help You Turn Your Life Around

Add these monthly rituals to your calendar and watch what happens.

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2 Series That Nail Their Representation of Mental Health

Here's how shows 'Ted Lasso' and 'Sex Education' depict mental health struggles.

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5 Ways to Make Your Marriage Divorce-Proof

Resist the urge to turn away from your spouse, and turn towards them instead.

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5 Ways That New Relationships Can Take Form

Research shows that new love can fall into one of five patterned categories.

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4 Ways to Tell if Your Relationship is Moving Too Fast

Here's how to tell if it's time for you and your partner to slow things down.

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Two Hallmarks of a Marriage That's Emotionally Fulfilling

A lasting marriage should be built with these two factors as a foundation.

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The 4 Kinds of Lies That Couples Tell Each Other

Sweet little lies aren't uncommon in relationships—nor are not-so-sweet ones.

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3 Ways to Spot a Bad Friend From How They Speak to You

Here's how language can reflect the need to create psychological distance.

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How the Golden "5:1 Ratio" Can Make Any Relationship Thrive

Here's how to do the math that'll keep your relationship balanced.

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Are Crushes Allowed if You're Already in a Relationship?

How to tell whether your secret crush is harmless or not.

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2 Reasons Why You Won't Have the Same "Type" Forever

Your romantic type is not set in stone. Here are two ways it can change over time.

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4 Factors That Determine How Long a Relationship Will Last

To build a long-lasting relationship, strive to meet these four criteria.

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3 Ways to Harness Your Intuition to Make Flawless Decisions

The next time you get a "gut feeling" about something, don't ignore it.

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11 Signs That Your Partner Might Be Cheating On You

How to spot the most common methods most cheaters use to hide their affairs.

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3 Reasons Why Working From Home Isn’t as Easy as It Looks

In reality, the work-from-home life isn't as dreamy as it looks. Here's why.

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3 Ways to Shift From Chasing to "Attracting" Your Dreams

Don't chase; attract—and what belongs to you will simply find you.

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The 6 Leading Causes of Divorce

These are six classical signs that a marriage won't stand the test of time.

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3 Reasons Why the "Soft Life" Movement Is So Empowering

Hustle culture is out; soft life is in. Here's why the movement is trending.

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3 Ways to Avoid Oversharing on a First Date

Some things are best left unsaid, especially on a first date.

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3 Reasons Why You Can't Love Others Until You Love Yourself

How you love yourself is how you teach others to love you.

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2 Ways to Revitalize the Connection with Your Teen Child

Maintaining closeness with a teen can feel difficult, but it's not impossible.

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2 Ways to Save Your Love Life From "Groundhogging"

Dating the same kinds of people over and over can be exhausting.

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3 Movies Applauded for Psychological Accuracy

These three films nail their depiction of misunderstood psychological disorders.

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2 Signs That Exes Can't Be Friends—And 2 Signs That They Can

Wondering whether friendship with an ex-lover is possible? Here's how to tell.

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How the "IKEA Effect" Turns Our Labor Into Love

We love our own creations far more than those of others—no matter how shabby.

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7 Ways to Become Your Workplace's Humble Star

Want to become the office MVP? Here's how to get it right.

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2 Signs That Your Marriage Proposal Was a Shut-Up Ring

Did your partner propose just so you'd stop asking them to?

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2 Disney Movies That Introduce Kids to Mental Health

Here's how you can turn a family movie night into an invaluable life lesson.

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How Non-Monogamous Couples Are Surviving and Thriving

Couples in non-monogamous relationships are happier than ever.

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4 Worker Archetypes—From Best to Worst to Work With

Competence and humility are vital traits in the workplace. Here's why.

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4 Reasons Why People "Sadfish" on the Internet

Know the difference between a cry for help and a cry for attention.

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Eat These 3 Superfoods a Day to Keep the Therapist Away

Your brain will thank you for eating these three science-approved superfoods.

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3 Ways to Resuscitate a Fading Sex Life

Sexual passion waxes and wanes over time. Here's how to pull it out of a lull.

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Two Motivations Behind Drunkorexia

Drinking on an empty stomach isn't a drinking hack, it's a disordered habit.

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3 Ways That Mothers Fall Victim to "Mommy Drinking Culture"

The next time you hear "Mommy needs a drink," recognize it as a cry for help.

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3 Ways That Minimalism May Enhance Your Relationships

Minimalism doesn't just declutter your home—it can declutter your connections, too.

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3 Ingredients You Need to Brew Romantic Chemistry

Put these ingredients together, and you won't need Cupid's help ever again.

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