Popular advice claims you must love yourself before loving someone else. New research reveals that specific habits of self-care actually do foster better intimacy and commitment in romantic ...

It’s not always guaranteed that you’ll meet kind, emotionally intelligent people. That’s why, when you do encounter a compassionate man, you tend to notice him right away. Compassion isn’t ...

Guts typically refer to “innards," and truth and compassion live at the core of an ever-deepening relationship. Referring to someone as having “guts” typically denotes some measure of bravery. That’s ...

This article was edited by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. It’s normal to go through periods of low desire, and the amount of intimacy you have with your partner may change over time. But how long is too long ...

Some years back, my partner and I were running a team-building exercise. Some working agreements were suggested. We took the first one, respectful communication, and asked people to stand if they ...

Marriages have their ups and downs. This is a normal part of being married to someone for several years. One major downside a married couple may experience is a lack of intimacy, whether emotional or ...