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Is Your Spouse Micro-Cheating? Here’s What that Is and How to Know

These things may look innocent at first but they can have serious consequences.


14 Funny Quotes About Friendship

Grab a friend or two for a few laughs with these funny friendship quotes that will remind you to...


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What Is Gaslightingโ€”and How to Tell if You’re Experiencing It

Gaslighting is a type of emotional abuse that is much more common in relationships than you might think.


Science Debunks 7 of the Biggest Myths About a Good Marriage

Relationship researchers John Gottman and Julie Gottman break down what's myth and what's real in a good marriage.


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5 Factors Linked to Successful Relationships, According to Science

Falling in love is the easy part. Here's some relationship advice for how to make it lastโ€”according to...


12 Signs You’re in a Toxic Relationship

Can you recognize the signs of a toxic relationship? Do you know how to fix the situation? Learn both...


38 Fun Ways to Have a Healthier and More Active Family

Put down the remote and start dancing, planting, and walking with your kids. Here are dozens of ways to have...


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12 Things You Can Do Right Now to Combat Racism

To create meaningful change and combat racism, experts offer their tips to fight for social justice, from going to...

14 Places to Donate to Fight Racism and Injustice

If you want to address racial injustice, these organizations will help make sure your donation does the most good in...


41 Ways Kids Can Help Save the Planet in 5 Minutes or Less

Save the planet while still having fun? Yep! Sign us up.


How to Online Date While Social Distancing for Coronavirus

A single woman and a committed couple share how they are dating during Covid-19 quarantine while still following social...


Asking Yourself These Two Little Questions Can Stop Any Fight in its Tracks

Science suggests asking these two questions is the key to a better relationship and to resolving conflicts more effectively among...


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These Are the 2 Words Never to Say to Someone Going Through a Crisis

If a friend is going through a crisis and approaches you for support, focus on listening, and avoid these two...


8 Things to Never Say to Parents of a Child with Special Needs

It's not easy being a parent, period. But, special needs parents are often faced with judgmental comments and stares in...


10 Tiny Ways to Make Your Partner Feel Loved

We asked relationship experts for tips on how to make your partner feel loved and appreciated, leading to better...


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My Husband and I Did Marriage Counseling for One Monthโ€”Here’s What Happened

Marriage counseling may be an unconventional gift for a 10-year wedding anniversaryโ€”but it's exactly what this marriage needed.


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When Your Partner Has Anxiety, Here Are 9 Ways You Can Help

Supporting a partner with anxiety can be a challenging proposition. Patience and understanding go a long way. Here are some...

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11 Most Heart-Warming Hugs of the Last Decade

Not only are these the best hugs of the decadeโ€”just look at themโ€”but science explains why these hugs (and yours)...


15 Signs That Your Relationship Could Turn Abusive

Pay close attention to these warning signs of a potentially abusive relationship.


15 Things Most Women Don’t Realize About Domestic Violence

In just five minutesโ€”by the time you finish this articleโ€”nearly 100 people will have been the victims of physical violence...



3 Survivors Share Their Stories of Escaping and Healing From Domestic Violence

These three women have turned their stories of abuse into ones of empowerment and they're now helping others escape and...


Why I Stayed in An Abusive Relationship

Leaving an abusive relationship is harder than you think.

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16 Halloween Safety Tips Experts Wish Everyone Would Follow

Keep Halloween fun for all ages by following these simple rules to make sure everyone stays safe.


Are Sexless Marriages More Common Than We Think?

How much sex should married couples have? Experts sound off on sexless marriage and long-term love.


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If You Keep Lying About These 10 Things, Your Relationship Is Doomed

Met the love of your life, and want it to last forever? Read on to find out the worst...



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What to Say When Someone Is Sick With a Serious Health Condition (and Topics to Avoid)

It's difficult to know what to say when someone you care about is suffering. Here's a good list of conversation...


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10 Science-Backed Reasons for Sexual Attraction

Here's all the science behind the reasons you swoon: Learn the laws of attraction