When we fall in love, it’s natural to become attached and form a romantic bond. But once in love with a narcissist, it’s not easy to leave, despite the abuse.…...

Fixing our relationship just seems so hard… Maybe it would just be easier to find someone who has the qualities I want in an intimate relationship… It’s probably not going…...

To narcissists, relationships are transactional, like buying and selling. The goal is to get what you want at the lowest price. It’s a self-centered, business mindset. Emotions don’t intrude. In…...

One of the questions that we often receive from our readers is: What are the deal-breakers in relationships, and what’s the best way to deal with them? “Deal-breakers” are those…...

Resolving a conflict is easy if both parties recognize each other’s perspectives. The acknowledgment of that understanding is a game changer. Authentic apologies for sentiments spoken in anger and frustration…...

Occasionally a marriage will end as a result of one single incident, such as infidelity. But more often than not, it’s the day-to-day hurtful words and actions between a couple…...

Three signs a relationship may be bad for your health include: when one person in the relationship must swallow his or her feelings, when fighting constantly ruins the fun, and when it’s one…...

When you look back on an argument you’ve had recently with someone close to you, do you sometimes feel it was a squabble over nothing? That what seemed like a…...

“Shut up!!” “Don’t be so lazy!!” “What’s wrong with you?” These types of phrases frequently come out of people’s mouths every day. So, is there really anything wrong with saying…...

Loving relationships create a safe arena in which to resolve conflicts. In the safe arena, both people are open to learning about themselves and each other, and as they caringly listen…...