411 on Open Relationships

411 on Open Relationships

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It’s no longer hip to be square. Open relationships are apparently all the rage for some couples. But by exploring extracurricular activities with additional partners, the only thing you may be opening up is a can of worms. An open relationship is where a couple decides they want to be…

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5 Surprising Fetishes He Just Might Have

5 Surprising Fetishes He Just Might Have

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When it comes to turn-ons, some people are…shall we say…unique in their preferences. With the advent of erotica like 50 Shades of Grey, all kinds of kinkiness and fetishes are going more mainstream. A fetish, or paraphilia in scientific terms, is an object, practice or body part that becomes a…

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Coping with the Death of a Partner

Coping with the Death of a Partner

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The death of a partner or spouse, whether sudden or anticipated, either due to the course of aging or illness, is a traumatic experience for those left behind. The emotions associated with the loss can be surprising, to say the least. Even if you were “prepared” for your partner to…

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Should You and Your Partner Share Money?

Should You and Your Partner Share Money?

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Cohabitation can work out really well for those couples who are serious about each other but not quite ready for marriage. It can extricate them from roommate situations while easing the financial burden of living alone. But living together can create financial issues among couples, who may be unsure whether…

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Spot the Signs of a Dangerous Person

Spot the Signs of a Dangerous Person

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Whether you’re considering being in a relationship with a person or simply having a casual interaction with them, there are certain signs you shouldn’t ignore if you suspect potential problems. Experts say never to ignore that “inner voice” that throws up red flags when interacting with someone. Your subconscious may…

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Types of Mother-Daughter Relationships

Types of Mother-Daughter Relationships

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It can be one of the most challenging relationships you face in your life – we’re talking about the one you have with your mom. She likely was the first person you met when you entered the world, and as the years pass, the relationship is bound to change –…

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How to Know if Your Friend is Toxic

How to Know if Your Friend is Toxic

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Ending a relationship stinks, and it may be even worse when you have to end a relationship with a friend. When you’re young and just learning how to support your friends and what to expect from platonic relationships, it’s easy to overlook potential problems, like narcissism, liars, bad secret keepers…

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Lying: Bad for Health and Relationships

Lying: Bad for Health and Relationships

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It was a good thing George Washington couldn’t tell a lie – researchers are finding that lying not only harms relationships, but also harms your health. In a 10-week study at the University of Notre Dame, psychologists employed 110 people — 65 percent of whom were college students and 35…

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Coping with a Partner’s Serious Illness

Coping with a Partner’s Serious Illness

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For many couples, “til death do us part” conjures images of white-haired spouses holding the hands of their ailing life partners. But sometimes this idyllic picture is not how life turns out. When a spouse contracts a serious illness earlier in life, it can take a serious toll on the…

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