The reason dating can be so frustrating is that most people look at it all wrong
A date is not an opportunity to assess whether the person is "The One," as tempting as that might be.That's according to Joanna Coles, the former editor of Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire magazines, the...
View ArticleThe 13 biggest mistakes people make on dating apps — and what to do instead
Hands up if you have hundreds of matches on dating apps who you've never spoken to. It's a pretty common habit, and probably the result of just having too much choice. But according to Erika Ettin,...
View ArticleA woman received an invoice for her meal when she ghosted someone after a...
After she ghosted a date, Amanda Burnett received a $40 invoice for her half of a dinner.According to an etiquette expert, it’s customary for the person who asked for the date to pay, but some people...
View ArticleThe best way to find love in the modern world may be to approach dating like...
Dating and dieting have a lot in common, according to Joanna Coles.Coles is the former editor of Cosmo and Marie Claire magazines, the chief content officer at Hearst Magazines, and the author of the...
View ArticleThese drawings capture what happens behind closed doors in relationships —...
Los Angeles-based fine artist Amanda Oleander captures the intimate moments of everyday life in her drawings — from the ordinary to the embarrassing to the truly special.Oleander, who has been drawing...
View ArticleThe happiest point in a marriage might be later than you think — here's why
The best point in a married relationship could be once you reach 20 years together.That's according to a new study, which showed how time together is difficult up until that point, then improves...
View ArticleI've been married for 13 years — these are the 3 things I think everyone...
Marriage gets easier the more effort you put into it; your partner will almost always respond in kind.The way you relate to your spouse will change many times over the years of your marriage.Marriage...
View Article6 lies movies told you about what dating is really like
Dating can be frustrating, especially when Hollywood films portray picture-perfect dates and relationships that make most of us expect the same. When perfection doesn't happen, we can't help but ask:...
View Article7 awkward questions you should ask on a first date — and 3 you really shouldn't
There is a lot of debate around what you can and cannot ask on a first date. Some people say you shouldn't go in too hard with the interrogation because it'll make your date think you're desperate....
View Article13 of the worst TV couples of all time
While watching television, fans usually find themselves rooting for one couple or another during the length of their favorite shows. Sometimes, even, the fans’ opinions on which couples should be...
View Article15 life-changing trips for couples
Time spent traveling with a significant other is an opportunity to grow closer and learn more about one another. Different destinations offer different kinds of bonding experiences.While some are...
View ArticleWomen have shared 8 ways they got over the insecurity of being cheated on —...
Being cheated on can be incredibly traumatic. Some people feel like they will never get over the heartbreak.A thread on Reddit has some ideas about how you can get over the insecurities of someone...
View ArticleThis is what it's like to be a woman with a sex addiction — and what everyone...
Erica Garza is a recovering sex addict.In her new book, she details many of the experiences that led up to her realising she had a problem.She used to prioritise staying at home watching porn over...
View Article4 reasons why I'm never getting married
Marriage is a lifelong dream for many — I can't say the same for me.Though I've had my fair share of long-term relationships, there's many reasons why I'd rather not get married— like my independence...
View ArticleMy first kiss ever will be on my wedding day — here's why my fiancé and I...
I'm 25 years old and I've never had my first kiss. Though I'm now engaged, there are a few reasons I'm still holding out.Through abstinence, my fiancé and I have learned to trust, work together,...
View Article7 signs you should marry your current partner
Marriage is supposed to be lifelong commitment — choosing the right partner is a serious decision.According to relationship experts, there are several key indicators — like sharing life goals and being...
View ArticleWhy I keep my money separate from my spouse
Money is a common source of stress and arguments for many couples.In a marriage, couples sometimes think that they need to share everything — including bank accounts.However, having separate finances...
View ArticleA quarter of millennials are looking to date someone significantly older than...
Many millennials are looking for someone significantly older on dating sites, according to Badoo.Over a quarter of 18 to 24 year olds said they would date someone over the age of 35. There are several...
View Article10 reasons it's difficult to spot narcissists and psychopaths — and how they...
Dark triad personalities — narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy — rely on manipulating other people as their source of power. They thrive off creating chaos for everyone around them, under the...
View Article10 couples of more than 50 years share photos from when they were younger —...
It's not easy to keep a marriage going for any amount of time, but staying together happily for more than 50 years is a feat to truly be proud of. INSIDER asked real couples and their family members...
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