How To Use 'Cognitive Reappraisal' To Reduce Conflict In Your Relationship
Tired of arguments and disagreements in your relationship? All you need is a change in perspective.
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4 Ways 'Phantom Plus-One' Relationships Begin
Haunted by the idea of a potential partner, who doesn't yet exist? Here's four reasons why they're taking up space in your life.
3 Reasons To Stop 'Thera-Posing' In Your Relationship
You're a partner, not a therapist. Here's why acting like one could be harming your relationship.
3 Psychological Triggers That Contribute To Getting 'The Ick'
New research reveals the three main driving forces behind the viral dating phenomenon: 'the ick.'
3 Signs That You're 'Echoing' A Narcissist
Do you, like Echo, loyally admire someone who only admires themselves? Here's three signs that you might be a narcissist's Echo.
3 Ways To Strengthen Your Relationship With The 'Goal Gradient Effect'
Want a long-lasting, thriving relationship? Then you need to be motivated to build one. Here's how to start the process.
3 Signs Your Partner Is 'Coercively Controlling' You
Manipulation isn't always easy to spot. Here's how to tell if your partner is subtly controlling you.
2 Reasons Why You Need A 'Dopamenu'—And How To Create One
Feeling stuck and irritable? Then you might be in need of a 'dopamine menu' to boost your spirits.
3 Reasons Why Your Relationship Is 'Stagnating'-And How To Overcome It
For a relationship to thrive, you must love and cherish every version of one another.
3 Ways To Overcome The 'Sunk Cost Mindset' In Your Relationship
Has the 'sunk cost fallacy' kept you in an unhappy relationship for too long? Here's three ways to overcome it and find peace.
2 Reasons Why You Need 'Playfulness' In Your Relationship
New research reveals the benefits of certain types of playfulness in romantic relationships. Here's which ones are healthiest.
4 'Subconscious Processes' That Motivate Infidelity
These four mental shifts are often a turning point for infidelity in relationships. Here's why they happen.
1 Underrated 'Green Flag' You Shouldn't Ignore
If your partner is able and willing to change their mind—their opinions and beliefs—then you've got a keeper. Here's why.
4 Ways The 'Grass Is Greener Syndrome' Can Ruin Your Love Life
When you forget to tend to your own garden, then the grass will always look greener on the other side.
2 Reasons Why Modern Dating Is Missing What Matters Most
Online dating—which is now turning toward AI solutions—is becoming more and more impersonal. Here's why this is frustrating for singles.
2 Profound Impacts The 'Burnt Toast Theory' Can Have On Your Life
Next time you face a minor inconvenience, consider it a sign that something much bigger is unfolding behind the scenes.
2 Signs That Your Job Has 'Golden Handcuffs'
Just because a job pays well doesn't mean that it's the only job for you. Here's two dangers of staying in a job that has 'golden handcuffs.'
4 Reasons Why Your Friends Might 'Villianize' Your Partner
Do your friends hate your partner for no apparent reason? According to research, there likely is a reason for this—one that you might have had a hand in.
Azusa Pacific University Researchers Reveal The Psychological Driving Forces Behind 'The Ick'
Brian Collisson, Eliana Saunders and Chloe Yin explain the psychological and evolutionary triggers behind the viral dating phenomenon: 'the ick.'
3 Things You Need To Consider Before Getting Back With Your Ex
Rekindling an old flame is a risky path—especially without careful consideration. Here's everything you need to consider before you try.
4 Dangers Of 'Doorknob Moments' In Relationships—And How To Overcome Them
Why do we always wait for the very last moment to speak our truths? According to psychological research, these 'doorknob moments' can be highly detrimental.
3 Ways To Effectively Beat 'Betterment Burnout'
Tired of how draining 'self-improvement' feels nowadays? You could be facing 'betterment burnout.' Here's how to overcome it.
2 Pitfalls Of A 'Martyr-Beneficiary' Relationship Dynamic
Do you do all the hard work in your relationship, while your partner basks in all the benefits? You could be stuck in a 'martyr-beneficiary' relationship.
3 Ways A 'Shared Reality' Can Nourish Your Love Life
A shared perspective on the world around you can make an enormous difference in how happy couples feel in their relationship. Here's how.
3 Traits Commonly Associated With Committing Infidelity
These three characteristics can push partners towards cheating more than any other. Here's why.