Early Signs of Emotional Abuse

Early Signs of Emotional Abuse

Love / Love Tips

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…

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Shower Sex: Play it Safe

Shower Sex: Play it Safe

Love / Love Tips

Getting dirty while you get clean is a great idea for couples who are trying to mix it up or are short on time – or perhaps hot water. But before things get steamy, there are a few things you should know. First, preparation is key. Nothing can kill the…

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7 Major Relationship Killers

7 Major Relationship Killers

Love / Love Tips

Plenty of factors can make tiny cracks in your relationship and weaken it to the point where it’s irretrievably broken. But a few relationship no-nos can serve as complete dealbreakers. Is your union headed in the wrong direction? Read on to learn about seven major relationship killers. First on the…

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Revealed! 4 Secrets to Great Sex

Revealed! 4 Secrets to Great Sex

Love / Intimacy

Great passionate sex is the best! It helps your relationship last and get better and better over time. Sex releases endorphins, which elevate mood and lower stress and pain levels. After having sex, each partner associates feeling good with the other. Testosterone, the sexual hormone engine for both men and…

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Collaborate for a Great Divorce

Collaborate for a Great Divorce

Love / Love Tips

It’s rare to see couples who are divorcing in the same room, getting along and compromising. Usually, splitting spouses approach one another in the stereotypical acrimonious fashion and duke it out in court. But for those who are committed to a civil – and more private — divorce, there’s another…

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Should Your Workout Buddy Be Your Partner?

Should Your Workout Buddy Be Your Partner?

Love / Love Tips

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…

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Teach Him to Kiss

Teach Him to Kiss

Love / Love Tips

Is your man sexy in every other way…besides smooching? Sloppy, wet, too much tongue – sounds like a dog, but unfortunately, men can be bad kissers, too. But like dogs, men can be trained! First, consider the length of time you’ve been together. Is it a first kiss that’s got…

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Women’s Lib: Pop the Question to Him

Women’s Lib: Pop the Question to Him

Love / Love Tips

A woman proposing to her man isn’t just a phenomenon we see on shows like Friends and Sex and the City anymore. Close to 10 percent of proposals are from women to men, and most guys are receptive to a woman’s proposal, according to iVillage. So should you propose to…

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Older Kids, Happier Couples

Older Kids, Happier Couples

Love / Love Tips

People might think that marital happiness is at its zenith when Mom and Dad are chasing around little kids, enjoying watching their childhood while taking fun family vacations. But nothing could be further from the truth. It might feel sad to watch them grow and become independent beings, but when…

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