Everyone has bad habits. But when they pervade your marriage, they can chip away at what was once a solid foundation. Perhaps your bad habits aren’t divorce material – yet – but it’s time to nip them in the bud before they become a real problem. Here are five to…
Most of the time, it’s obvious when your relationship has reached a rough patch. But for married people who have taken vows that end in “…so long as you both shall live,” it can be hard to let go of a marriage, at least not without a fight. Take a…
When you’re in the early days of what seems like it could be a blissful relationship, it’s easy to turn a blind eye to the warning signs that your new guy might be a jerk. So here are some subtle signs that perhaps those little red flags that you might…
Can you find a mate by just following your sense of smell? That’s what some researchers believe, although the jury is out on whether or not humans secrete and respond to pheromones. These chemicals are excreted from animals to elicit a social (alarm, food, etc.) or mating response. In other…
Most women fantasize about someone other than their partner – with movies like Magic Mike out there, it’s totally normal! Daydreaming or pretending your partner is someone else during sex is pretty par for the course when you’re in a monogamous relationship. But how do you know when your thoughts…
You’ve just untied the knot and are embarking on your new single life. But are you really ready to take the advice of all those friends that tell you to “just get out there”? It depends. First, depending on your state, if you’re separated from your spouse, then dating outside…
Lately, there’s one book that’s on the tip of everyone’s tongue – 50 Shades of Grey. E.L. James has made herself a household name by hastily scribbling a paltry S&M tale…and its subsequent two novels. But if Grey didn’t float your boat, then what other erotica might a lady pick…
Forget dinner and a movie. Get a breath of fresh air with these outdoor dates. When it comes to planning a romantic evening, afternoon or morning, think outside the box. Indoor activities can become tiresome over time. By expanding your horizons with these great outdoors, you not only will feel…
The rewards of pet ownership pay off in more than sloppy kisses, cuddles and companionship – it may teach you a thing or two about having a successful relationship. At its most basic level, dealing with an animal on a daily basis will teach you patience. After all, even the…
Domestic abuse is tragic, no matter whom it affects. But it may surprise you to know that the number of male victims is quickly surpassing that of female victims. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that in 2010, the number of male victims of intimate partner…