Domestic violence is a major problem for women – and men – and its effects are devastating. But a more subtle form of abuse is equally problematic, and its signs are more difficult to see than telltale bruises and black eyes. Emotional abuse is as painful as physical abuse, but…
Creating the perfect environment that stokes the fires of intimacy and passion while still promoting restful sleep and a relaxing retreat can be difficult. But if you notice that your lovers skulk off into the sunrise, never to be seen or heard from again, then it might be time for…
There’s hardly anything more nerve-wracking than a first date with someone you don’t know very well. It’s hard to say whether awkward silence or saying the wrong thing is more embarrassing. Good conversation is the ideal during a first date, but there are a few topics that could send a…
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’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…
There are numerous benefits of having a person who will keep you motivated during a workout. Studies show that people who have a workout buddy are more inclined to stick with a program than those who don’t. But should that person be your spouse or significant other? It sounds like…
It’s easy to make assumptions about people who cheat and the relationships they destroy in the process, but there are a lot of strange facts about cheating that may surprise you. When it comes to infidelity, most partners who have experienced it would agree it’s painful and downright destructive for…
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…
The stereotypical divorce is far from civil, if you believe the TV shows, comedians and the rest of the media – not to mention people you know whose divorces rivaled a WWF match. However, it doesn’t have to be that way, and you shouldn’t just expect it to be a…
The Heartbreak Hotel is having no trouble expanding its business across the cities of America. In fact, CreditDonkey.com conducted a study in 2014 of the cities that experienced the most heartbreak. The study’s methodology was a little unconventional – after all, it’s hard to figure out who’s at home crying…