chemistry between people

Trying to figure out what determines chemistry between people may be tricky. When sparks start flying, it is not due to a rational decision both people make. Instead, it’s a mutual connection that does not happen with every person you date, but when it does, it feels out of this world. So let’s explore what […]

woman in codependency recovery

You are exhausted. No matter how much you sacrifice, your partner seems to need more. You cook, you clean, you found his last three jobs for him. You are ready to drop everything because he might require your attention at any given moment. You feel like you are the only person pulling the weight in

self sabotaging relationships

Are you in a happy relationship, but you still feel anxious and frustrated? Do you rock the boat and cause conflict when there is no real issue? You might be self-sabotaging your relationship. Let’s dive in and explore how to prevent this from happening. What is self-sabotaging behavior? Self-sabotaging behavior often stems from a lack

Exclusive relationship

Relationships have stages. There’s meeting, dating, and getting to know each other, and eventually entering that comfort zone where you’re accustomed to each other’s quirks. And then you reach the point where you want to be clear to know where you’re headed. An exclusive relationship is usually considered the next step in dating when both partners

hobbies for couples

Being in a couple does not mean that you have to abandon your hobbies. In fact, sharing leisure time activities with your partner can be a lot of fun and benefit your relationship. Couples who actively engage in hobbies will find that the time they spend together helps to maintain their connection. Here is a

greek words for love

How do you define love? Is it something that makes you sing and dance from happiness, feel butterflies in your stomach, or make you care for the other person? What about those moments when all that you want is to rip your partner’s clothes off? Is it still love? What if you could figure out

losing yourself in a relationship

I remember it like it was yesterday. Tears streaming down my face, staring in my bathroom mirror after another fight with him. I didn’t know how I was going to be good enough, how to make the relationship work, or how I could keep living this way. I remember the moment, looking in my own glassy

disadvantages of living apart together

Having some alone time can feel so good, but there is only so much alone time that a relationship can endure before it breaks and falls apart. I have always been a fan of Living Apart Together (LAT) relationships because such arrangements allow both people to have their own independence while still being part of

imrove intimacy

Many couples will tell you that intimacy is right up there with communication as one of the most important qualities of a happy relationship – and they’re not just talking about sex! Intimacy in a relationship creates a sense of trust and healthy, open, honest communication between partners. There are incredible benefits of physical intimacy, including

how to be a better boyfriend

Becoming a better boyfriend is something that you need to work at, just like you work in other areas of your life that need your full attention. No one is born knowing what to do in relationships. It is our life experiences that mold and shape us into the family members, friends, professionals, and partners

relationship is over

Have you ever wondered why your relationship has become sour? If it is not nourishing and growing your potential, but rather depleting your self-worth and happiness, then you need to consider whether this relationship should continue. So there comes the time when you feel that enough is enough and making a decision to walk away

living apart together

Growing up, I always envisioned a perfect, traditional marriage. It would begin with a wedding fit for a princess. My husband would carry me over the threshold, unlocking the door to our shared home and a lifetime of shared happiness. Adult reality fell far from that childhood fantasy. From a shotgun wedding pre-college to cohabitating

things to do as a couple

More often than not, we’ve found ourselves all too prone to associate the word ‘fun’ with our amorous proclivities. However, can ‘fun things to do as a couple’ be relegated to the realm of our mischievous leanings alone? And when you tend to misidentify ‘fun’ exclusively with sexual activities, the intensity and fervour informing your

long distance relationship ideas

While your family and friends tell you that long-distance relationship will never work out, they probably try to protect you in case you get heart-broken. Long distance makes everything more complicated, but one of the best things about being apart is that it helps you put your relationship into perspective and appreciate it more. Even

dating your ex boyfriend again

You probably thought your time with him was over and you would never reunite. And then, a miracle happened; you and your ex-boyfriend have reconnected. Maybe he reached out to you because he was thinking about you and wanted to get in touch and find out how your life has been since your breakup. Or,

falling apart

It is never easy when a relationship is falling apart. What can be even harder though, is accepting this and admitting to yourself that it really is over. Let’s all be real, unless there is an incident, generally, it’s ‘over’ before it’s really over. I was in a relationship for the best part of four

first holiday together

I’ve heard it said on many occasions that going on your first holiday together, especially if you’re not living together, is a true test of your relationship. Funnily enough, I actually believe this. It’s a true test for you as a couple. Me and my partner went on our first holiday together to Amsterdam. It

honeymoon phase

The beginning of any relationship also known as the honeymoon phase is a magical time. You get goosebumps when your lover touches you, butterflies when they’re near you and you smile down at your phone whenever they text you. My relationship was no exception. We messaged each other all the time, met up whenever we

kissing couple happily ever after

I have never been very good at romantic relationships. There I said it. I’ve either been too needy or too nonchalant. Too loving or too unavailable. Too accommodating or too carefree. All of which have scared men away in droves and left me feeling a complete and utter failure in my search for a soul mate.

ruin your relationship

I think it’s safe to say that no matter your nationality or hometown – the entire world is absorbed in politics at the moment. This is an amazing thing and we should celebrate the fact we live in such a diverse society and that most of us are able to freely express ourselves. Sometimes though,

perfect first date

When was the last time you went on a date and couldn’t stop yourself from telling someone else how amazing your night was? People normally focus on the wrong things on their first date; like what to wear, what time to meet, or who should pay. But what’s really important is giving the other person

successful relationship

Whether you are dating, engaged, newly married or have been together for years, have you ever wondered what is the secret to making your relationship happy and healthy? How do you balance all aspects of your busy life and still maintain a good relationship with your partner?  Is there a way to keep the connection that you have with