In recent years, polyamory (having more than one sexual or emotional relationship) has been popularized on TV, on major dating sites such as OkCupid, and even in research—experts who have studied consensual relationships that are nonmonogamous and have learned a lot from them. According to Terri Conley (an associate professor of psychology at Michigan), consensual no-monogamy could include polyamory,…
Is it possible to spot a happy relationship? Although no one can know the truth about a couple’s relationship, decades of scientific research on love, sex, and relationships have shown that a few behaviors can help predict if they are on solid ground or heading for trouble. Good relationships don’t happen overnight. It takes effort,…
It’s Valentine’s Day, and I thought it was a good time to share one of the most important articles about love & relationships. Our author Mark Manson decided to survey his blog audience to get their advice during the week leading up to his wedding. Mark says, “I sent out the phone call the week…
One of the most powerful emotions that human beings can experience is love. While there are many types of love, many people want to find it in a romantic relationship. Romantic relationships are, for these people, a source of deep fulfillment and one of the most important aspects of life. Although the need to connect…
