One method of turning fights into intimate conversations is to turn “you-messages” into “I-messages”. You-messages take complaints and make accusations (i.e. “You’re always late.” Or, “You’re selfish.”). Blame and accusations can inflame an argument. I-messages communicate complaints in a more constructive way (“When you come home late, I feel hurt.” Or, “When you spend so

A study of 1.95 billion cell phone calls and 489 million texts may reveal how people follow different relationship patterns in life. Female friendships are key to finding mates and supporting future generations. During a woman’s childbearing years, her best friend (number she dials most) is usually someone of the opposite sex. However, around age

Innocent platonic friendships can easily become something more. You feel intense joy when thinking about this person. You can’t wait to see him or her, and he or she totally “gets” you. You may not be cheating, but you’re on rocky ground. Emotional sex is a friendship that grows until it feels like romantic love.

This week, 20/20 will air a special on open marriage. The story centers on one married couple, Sierra and Martin, and their various partners. The idea of an open marriage is not a completely foreign concept. Different “arrangements” have occurred throughout history. In a modern open marriage, the couple sets rules for external relationships. These

Evangelical Christians are taking a hard look at premarital sex. A video from the National Association of Evangelicals states  80% of young evangelicals practice premarital sex, and 1/3 of unplanned pregnancies end in abortion. Some Christians believe abstinence and anti-abortion campaigns are not enough. At this month’s Q conference in Washington, 64% of participants said

Magazines are filled with articles designed to spice up your (obviously boring) sex life. The added pressure to have better sex more often can add stress to any overworked mom’s day. Learn the five most overused tips from magazines, and why you shouldn’t follow them. For example, magazines advise you to “set the mood” with

Though ending a friendship isn’t easy, some relationships can be mentally, emotionally, and even physically harmful if we allow them to continue. Thankfully, there are several key ways to assess friendships, set boundaries, and get out of toxic relationships. First, examine your reasons for ending the friendship. Unhealthy behaviors, emotional abuse, flakiness, unforgivable actions…these are

Sometimes in this economy it is hard to make ends meet. Unemployment rates are high. Many people have been forced to either take low paying jobs or go on unemployment. If you find yourself in a stressful financial situation, browse this article for helpful information on ways to reconnect with your mate, how to cope