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An almost secure relationship can look functional from the outside. There is affection, reliability, shared routines and an absence of…
Communication is often described as the cure-all for relationship problems, and in a sense, it probably is. To a large…
When a relationship feels tense or somewhat fragile, a lot of people think that the fix lies in one big…
When people talk about love, the conversation usually centers on its expression: how deeply we care, how consistently we show…
Most people think of marriage as a story with a clear beginning, middle and end. You fall in love, get…
Trying to conceptualize love — to understand it, define it, or finally get it right in your own life —…
As the year draws to a close, couples everywhere begin their annual ritual of searching for the perfect gift. We…
Drs. John and Julie Gottman don’t overrely on lofty metaphors or romantic platitudes when they discuss exactly what it means…
Often what strains a relationship isn’t a lack of love or even compatibility. Between chasing your goals, handling responsibilities and…
“Who should pay for a first date?” The answer to this question is tricky, and deeply personal. To some, it…