For many women (and men) who experience abuse in romantic relationships, a way out may not seem possible when the attacks continue to happen. Abusive relationships seem to hold victims in thrall, either too scared or too worried about the next steps, to escape. But leaving a violent situation is…
When you meet the person of your dreams, he or she may seem like the total package – perfect in every way. We all know that’s not the case, but in the throes of a passionate relationship, the little flaws can be overlooked. That’s a good thing, until you get…
Actions usually speak louder than words, but when you take action to put your words onto paper, then you just might create something magical. We’re talking about writing a good, old-fashioned love letter. It’s a lost art in this age of technology, but going old school to show your beloved…
All right, all right, all right! If that’s what you like to hear come out of your mate’s mouth, you’re not alone. Y’all seem to love a Southern accent best of all, according to a survey done by online dating site Cupid.com. Those who hail from Southern states took 36.5…
Whether you’ve been dreaming of a big, princess-y wedding since you were a little girl, want a family-only affair or just want to elope with your partner, it helps to have an idea of what you want to spend on your big day. To start, you and your fiance might…
There’s no doubt that there’s about a 50/50 chance of a marriage ending in divorce – but the main reasons why couples divorce these days may surprise you. A 2011 British study found that the number-one reason for couples divorcing was not infidelity (the main reason for eight years running);…
It’s hard to think about your significant other having a romantic life outside of the one you share with him or her, but there’s no changing the fact that there were others who came before you. It’s tough dealing with those who your love stays in touch with, but it…
Whether it’s picking up bread on the way home, forgetting your best friend’s name or even your anniversary, many people who have lived with men wouldn’t disagree that they’re downright forgetful sometimes. If you’re a woman and think you have a better memory than your male mate, you’re right –…
If you’re seeking couples’ therapy as a way to repair and improve your marriage or relationship, then you need to know how to go about it in order to receive maximum benefits. First, timing is everything. The success rates of therapy in keeping couples together isn’t great, according to Psychology…
Sometimes the pain and loneliness that results from a breakup is just too much to bear, and we find ourselves wanting to reunite with the cast-off partner. The motivation for wanting to do so can vary, but there are some times when a relationship should not be revisited (Rihanna and…