Moving in together with your partner is great and exciting, but it can easily turn into something horrible, if not done correctly. This doesn’t mean there’s some magical recipe to make everything work out. However, your experience can be much better if you know what you’re getting yourself into. For instance, knowing about all the different ways your life is going to change. Yes, your life is going to dramatically change if you decide to share a roof with your partner. How that change affects your relationship is totally in your hands. You see, dating is fun and when you decide to move in to ..read more

While conflicts and arguments in a relationship are often seen as a negative thing, it’s not necessarily the case. Research suggests that healthy arguments raise awareness of another’s perspective and that’s not bad, is it? In fact it can be motivating and vitalizing to bring up a topic that we care about and show our interest and passion in it. Healthy arguments gives us a voice and add values to our relationships. The only question is how to keep it in the right balance so it’s beneficial for both parties. Fighting vs Healthy Arguments To make a long story short, there is one major differe ..read more

The honeymoon phase is the sweetest and most exciting period in the relationship. The world seems like a big pink bubble. All you can think about is the special one. You are constantly daydreaming. The feeling of positivity and happiness surrounds you all day long. At this stage the mind tend to project into the future. It paints a pleasant picture and imagining engagements, weddings and have family together. While this period is truly amazing and should be embraced, it does end at a certain point in most relationships. But does it have to? Can it be made last? The answer is absolutely yes ..read more

A selfish partner can cause a lot of trouble and pain in any relationship. But let me also say this. We are all selfish creatures. It’s in our nature as humans.  The issue begins when self-centered, inconsiderate, careless and egocentric behavior becomes the norm. If you start feeling lonely, unheard and unwanted in the relationship, you have a high chance of being with a selfish person. Most importantly, the question isn’t how you can change your partner but rather, is this the right type of relationship for you. How to define a selfish partner? According to F. Diane Barth – psychothe ..read more

Whether you have just entered a new relationship or been in a long marriage, you will likely come across this issue. In fact it’s the most common problem couples face. Mismatched libidos can be a relationship deal-breaker. In a perfect world every couple would have the same or similar level of libido. Unfortunately this is not the case. The truth is that in most relationships, partners have different sex drives. More often than not very different ones.  Is there a way to deal with it? Yes and no. There are absolutely ways to handle different sex drives but it depends on some factors. I ..read more

So you are into each other. The world is a pink bubble right now. He is really handsome and charming. She is exceptionally beautiful and pretty. It feels like you belong together. But are you actually a good love match? We will explore the truth about compatibility and show you ways to ensure that you make the right decision before it’s too late. What is relationship compatibility? It’s not something you were born with. You cannot just naturally have it. Compatibility is a process and a learning curve. An attitude or will to make things work.  Compatibility is overrated. The similarit ..read more

When it comes to infidelity, it is one of the most common question asked. The straight and honest answer is – yes it can. Well, I wish it was that easy though. Surviving infidelity is a devastating experience. Not only the moment you find out but the aftermath too. It can be a complex and long process to get to the end of it, if you ever will. People go through various stages with mixed emotions. It’s a tough and exhausting ride. However the good news is this. Based on studies, research, your own life experience and self-knowledge we can find the right path for you. Can your relationship sur ..read more

Events and situations that can expose you to trauma include, but are not limited to domestic violence, sudden death of a loved one, accidents, natural disasters, childhood abuse, torture, and emotional or physical abuse. When you experience trauma, the effects of it can lead to psychological distress and physical harm. Traumatic events can affect your mental stability, sense of safety, confidence, motivation, and emotional well-being. Trauma can expose you to serious mental disorders such as post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorder, addictions, anxiety and depression. It can also affec ..read more

It’s certainly a controversial topic. Everybody has their own opinion. More often than not a strong one too. What we can’t deny is that couples with significant age gap often raise eyebrows. Why? Due to the fact that in the American continent and in Europe the average age difference is 3 years.  This is not surprising at all considering that most people meet their partners in school, university or at the workplace. That’s the norm. Anything that is out of the “ordinary” makes us curious or judgmental. To put it simply – society becomes the enemy. But does it mean that couples with large ..read more

Perhaps you have already heard about open relationships before. Maybe not, and you are just curious to find out what it is. Or your friend is in one and you doubt how that can work. It may well be that you are open to it and you want to start a conversation with your partner, but don’t know how to start. There are a lot of questions that needs to be answered, just as in any type of relationship. There are also a lot of myths around open relationships which mislead and confuse people.  Let’s look at it objectively and reveal the truth behind it. What is exactly an open relationship? &n ..read more