Relationship Tips
It's time to rebrand 'foreplay,' which currently delegitimizes sex for many
February 05, 2020
It's time to rebrand 'foreplay,' which currently delegitimizes sex for many
It's unfortunate that so many people regard foreplay as if it were a flight layover—that…
By Gabrielle Kassel
How To Handle Trust Issues: Tips for New and Old Couples To Identify and Get Over Them
February 04, 2020
How To Handle Trust Issues: Tips for New and Old Couples To Identify and Get Over Them
When a partner shatters your trust, it’s almost like breaking a mirror. While you can…
By Mary Grace Garis & Helen Carefoot
Sex educators want you to have pillow talk after sex (because postgame analysis isn't just a sports thing)
February 03, 2020
Sex educators want you to have pillow talk after sex (because postgame analysis isn't just a sports thing)
Even dating back to my first-ever kisses, I adhered to a specific post-smooch routine: Call…
By Gabrielle Kassel
The Gottman Institute says there are 5 components of trust—and only 1 is honesty
January 30, 2020
The Gottman Institute says there are 5 components of trust—and only 1 is honesty
Trust feels like an alien idea when your road to romance has been littered with…
By Mary Grace Garis
I'm a relationship therapist, and these are the 6 most common questions married people ask me
January 30, 2020
I'm a relationship therapist, and these are the 6 most common questions married people ask me
No matter the duration of time you've been with your spouse, couples therapy can be…
By Mary Grace Garis
Your A-to-O glossary of sex terms you'll never have to nervously Google again
January 28, 2020
Your A-to-O glossary of sex terms you'll never have to nervously Google again
You thought you’d learned your sex ABCs—or, rather, ACGs (that's your A-spot, C-spot, and G-spot)—a…
By Gabrielle Kassel
I'm a relationship therapist, and this is the most common question single people ask me
January 26, 2020
I'm a relationship therapist, and this is the most common question single people ask me
I'm a perpetually-single-but-never-actually-single individual who alternately uses my therapist as a professional psychologist, best girlfriend,…
By Erin Bunch
The 'Year of the Rat' launches a new 60-year cycle—here's what to expect
January 24, 2020
The 'Year of the Rat' launches a new 60-year cycle—here's what to expect
Lunar New Year arrives January 25. With it, out goes the Year of the Pig…
By Erin Bunch
How To Orgasm Fast (Like, Really Fast) With 16 Tips From Sex Experts
January 24, 2020
How To Orgasm Fast (Like, Really Fast) With 16 Tips From Sex Experts
The unfortunate truth of the orgasm gap is that for folks with vulvas, climaxing is…
By Kells McPhillips
How To Start Dating Again After a Breakup, Divorce, or Dry Spell
January 23, 2020
How To Start Dating Again After a Breakup, Divorce, or Dry Spell
Whether you’ve been off the market for a few weeks, months, years, or decades, getting…
By Jessica Estrada
What Is Emotional Cheating and How Can I Stop It From Ruining My Relationship?
January 18, 2020
What Is Emotional Cheating and How Can I Stop It From Ruining My Relationship?
If someone is in a committed, traditionally monogamous relationship and still decides to sleep with…
By Jessica Estrada
Divorce under 30 isn't unique, but it is often uniquely isolating and lonely
January 16, 2020
Divorce under 30 isn't unique, but it is often uniquely isolating and lonely
Kayla* remembers exactly what it was like realizing at age 28, a year into her…
By Emily Laurence
Hate to say it, but complaining only gets you what you want when it's 'problem-solving'
January 14, 2020
Hate to say it, but complaining only gets you what you want when it's 'problem-solving'
I am very infamous for my champagne complaints, my prosecco problems, if you will. This…
By Mary Grace Garis
How To Save a Relationship That’s Struggling (and When It’s Best To Let It Go)
January 13, 2020
How To Save a Relationship That’s Struggling (and When It’s Best To Let It Go)
No matter how strong a relationship is, you’re bound to hit a few rough patches…
By Jessica Estrada
How to break up with someone you live with as smoothly as possible
January 10, 2020
How to break up with someone you live with as smoothly as possible
Breakups are tough to handle on their own accord no matter what the circumstance, but…
By Jessica Estrada
Relationship pros share their secrets for crafting good opening lines
January 08, 2020
Relationship pros share their secrets for crafting good opening lines
Whether you're looking for a late-in-the-game companion to close out cuffing season or the bonafide…
By Mary Grace Garis
Is flirting cheating? Relationship pros weigh in
January 07, 2020
Is flirting cheating? Relationship pros weigh in
A bashful gaze, a suggestive gesture, a touch of the arm. These are all commonly…
By Jessica Estrada
Sexperts Recommend 7 Ways To Play With Ice To Heat Up Your Sex Life
January 06, 2020
Sexperts Recommend 7 Ways To Play With Ice To Heat Up Your Sex Life
If kitchen items aren't among the first things that come to mind when you consider…
By Gabrielle Kassel
How Long Should a Relationship Break Be in Order To Serve Its Purpose?
January 06, 2020
How Long Should a Relationship Break Be in Order To Serve Its Purpose?
No matter how much you love someone, you may, at some point, get the urge…
By Mary Grace Garis
How To Rebuild Trust in a Relationship After the Damage Has Been Done
January 04, 2020
How To Rebuild Trust in a Relationship After the Damage Has Been Done
Trust is the backbone of every relationship, but unfortunately, that trust can be broken, whether…
By Jessica Estrada
How to use the 'halo effect' to become a magnetic social angel
January 02, 2020
How to use the 'halo effect' to become a magnetic social angel
Everyone knows at least one person who is so magnetic that they always seem to…
By Emily Laurence
How to change your attachment style to improve your relationship issues
December 30, 2019
How to change your attachment style to improve your relationship issues
One of my exes used to tease me that I had no sense of "object…
By Erin Bunch
8 ways to strengthen your vulnerability muscle and tap into your inner power
December 29, 2019
8 ways to strengthen your vulnerability muscle and tap into your inner power
We have author Brené Brown’s wildly popular TED Talk to thank for the knowledge that…
By Jessica Estrada
What it really means if your love language is acts of service and how to master it
December 28, 2019
What it really means if your love language is acts of service and how to master it
While some people feel the most loved when they hear the words “I love you,”…
By Jessica Estrada
5 sex subscription boxes that deliver orgasms (and intimacy) to your front door
December 27, 2019
5 sex subscription boxes that deliver orgasms (and intimacy) to your front door
When things start to get a little stale in the bedroom, you have options. You…
By Kells McPhillips
The psychological reason breakups lead us to re-prioritize our friendships
December 27, 2019
The psychological reason breakups lead us to re-prioritize our friendships
While navigating a breakup with a long-term serious partner earlier this year, I found myself…
By Mary Grace Garis
The key differences between traditional and modern monogamy
December 24, 2019
The key differences between traditional and modern monogamy
Once upon a time, commitment had a real “‘till death do us part” vibe to…
By Mary Grace Garis
Joining the 'dead parents club' was the best thing I did to navigate the grief of losing my dad
December 24, 2019
Joining the 'dead parents club' was the best thing I did to navigate the grief of losing my dad
I received hundreds of messages the week my dad died: There were floral arrangements, sympathy…
By Zoe Weiner
The can't-miss signs you're suffering from social exhaustion—and how to deal with it
December 20, 2019
The can't-miss signs you're suffering from social exhaustion—and how to deal with it
The holiday season brings plenty of opportunities to reconnect with family, friends, and maybe even…
By Kells McPhillips
Is it possible you're with the right person even if you have doubts?
December 19, 2019
Is it possible you're with the right person even if you have doubts?
The saying “when you know, you know” is used to describe the theoretical realization one…
By Aly Semigran
Engagement season is upon us—here’s what you should know about sustainable diamonds
December 19, 2019
Engagement season is upon us—here’s what you should know about sustainable diamonds
Ahh, cuffing season: While for some it might mean finding the nearest person to act…
By Well+Good Editors
Can a Cheater Change? Depends on Whether They’re Relationally Self-Aware
December 18, 2019
Can a Cheater Change? Depends on Whether They’re Relationally Self-Aware
Statistics show that about one in five people report having cheated on a partner, and…
By Jenna Birch
8 Tips For Coping With Loss and Grief During the Holidays, According to Experts
December 17, 2019
8 Tips For Coping With Loss and Grief During the Holidays, According to Experts
Healing is not linear. It’s a reality Vivian Nuñez, a writer and founder of Too Damn Young,…
By Janel Martinez
Yep, even the happiest couples are likely to fight while traveling
December 17, 2019
Yep, even the happiest couples are likely to fight while traveling
The time has finally come for you and your significant other to take that trip…
By Mary Grace Garis
Together for 85 years, the world's oldest couple shares their tips for making a relationship last
December 16, 2019
Together for 85 years, the world's oldest couple shares their tips for making a relationship last
When you've been married to the same person for 80 years, it's safe to say…
By Kells McPhillips
Your Attachment Style Can Impact How You Handle a Breakup—Here’s How
December 11, 2019
Your Attachment Style Can Impact How You Handle a Breakup—Here’s How
Ever wondered why you take quite awhile to get over a breakup while your ex…
By Nikhita Mahtani
The best gifts to give someone, according to their love language
December 11, 2019
The best gifts to give someone, according to their love language
There's no better excuse to shower loved ones with gifts than being amid the holiday…
By Rachel Harrell
"As a young queer woman, 'The L Word' taught me the importance of a chosen family"
December 10, 2019
"As a young queer woman, 'The L Word' taught me the importance of a chosen family"
I was 18 years old, three months removed from having had my first kiss (with…
By Gabrielle Kassel
8 bisexuality myths, debunked—by people who identify as bisexual
December 09, 2019
8 bisexuality myths, debunked—by people who identify as bisexual
Bisexuality is a term that most if not all have heard, yet unfortunately, its pervasiveness…
By Gabrielle Kassel
Back-channeling is a toxic-communication habit that probably exists in your office
December 06, 2019
Back-channeling is a toxic-communication habit that probably exists in your office
Ever leave a tense meeting, go back to your desk, and promptly start talking with…
By Korin Miller
Lex is the new photo-free dating app that anyone with swiping-fatigue has been waiting for
December 06, 2019
Lex is the new photo-free dating app that anyone with swiping-fatigue has been waiting for
Dramatic queen seeks switchy nerd. Enby DJ seeks chill lover. Insatiable bottom 4 masochistic top.…
By Gabrielle Kassel
This 1-question test tells you if you're a giver, taker, or matcher
December 05, 2019
This 1-question test tells you if you're a giver, taker, or matcher
"When I meet someone new, what's my first impulse?" According to Adam Grant, organizational psychologist…
By Kells McPhillips
Is it smart to keep dating a nice person even when you don't feel a spark?
December 05, 2019
Is it smart to keep dating a nice person even when you don't feel a spark?
My taste in men could be (and has been) described as bad—and that's being generous.…
By Allie Flinn
The top relationship issue for you to overcome, based on your Myers-Briggs personality
December 04, 2019
The top relationship issue for you to overcome, based on your Myers-Briggs personality
No matter how solid a partnership may be, there's always room for improvement. Whether the…
By Jenna Birch
Do you love parties but hate being the center of attention? You might be a shy extrovert—here’s how to deal
November 28, 2019
Do you love parties but hate being the center of attention? You might be a shy extrovert—here’s how to deal
If you’ve taken any sort of personality quiz, you likely know if you’re either an…
By Jessica Estrada
Why not going home for the holidays and spending time with my chosen family is radical self-care
November 27, 2019
Why not going home for the holidays and spending time with my chosen family is radical self-care
If your family is anything like mine, talking about politics is one thing you try…
By Anonymous
The case for taking yourself on a solo date—no matter your relationship status
November 26, 2019
The case for taking yourself on a solo date—no matter your relationship status
The crisp air of a New York City autumn screamed romance. I could feel it…
By Mary Grace Garis
This is your brain on toxic relationships—which are, indeed, super-addictive
November 26, 2019
This is your brain on toxic relationships—which are, indeed, super-addictive
Maybe the toxic relationship you can't quit is the old friend with exhausting drama, whose…
By Gabrielle Moss
Yes, you can outgrow your therapist—here are 4 signs it's time to move on 
November 25, 2019
Yes, you can outgrow your therapist—here are 4 signs it's time to move on 
Have you ever stayed in a relationship for no real reasons beyond the other person…
By Allie Flinn
The 1 crystal you need for each and every phase of dating and relationships
November 22, 2019
The 1 crystal you need for each and every phase of dating and relationships
There are many things in life that may change depending on your relationship status. To…
By Erin Magner
Curious about polyamory, non-monogamy, and throuple relationships? This couple has tried them all
November 22, 2019
Curious about polyamory, non-monogamy, and throuple relationships? This couple has tried them all
The world's come a long way since relationship-status structures were limited to just a few…
By Gabrielle Kassel
What Therapists Say It Means if You Think About an Ex During Sex
November 21, 2019
What Therapists Say It Means if You Think About an Ex During Sex
Ever find yourself in the heat of the moment—with a new or not new partner—when…
By Priscilla Rodriguez
The Korean concept of 'nunchi' lets you read any room effortlessly—here's how to develop it
November 20, 2019
The Korean concept of 'nunchi' lets you read any room effortlessly—here's how to develop it
Have you ever met someone with so much charisma and charm that they instantly change…
By Kells McPhillips
How To Have a Super-Satisfying Threesome, Whether You're Currently Single or in a Relationship
November 19, 2019
How To Have a Super-Satisfying Threesome, Whether You're Currently Single or in a Relationship
While Liz*, a bisexual cisgender woman, tells me she's always been interested in threesomes—aka sexual…
By Gabrielle Kassel
Bring back the heat to your sexless relationship using an intimacy pro's top 4 tips
November 18, 2019
Bring back the heat to your sexless relationship using an intimacy pro's top 4 tips
No matter how intensely a flame of passion may burn during the newlywed phase—or any…
By Jessica Estrada
The 4 types of conflict—and how to deal with each
November 16, 2019
The 4 types of conflict—and how to deal with each
Even if you're the kind of person friends describe as "super chill," someone who prides…
By Emily Laurence
Am I codependent if I just really like spending all of my time with my partner?
November 16, 2019
Am I codependent if I just really like spending all of my time with my partner?
Codependent relationships can look very different, which likely part of the reason many of us…
By Mary Grace Garis
How to keep a relationship strong after getting through a rough patch
November 15, 2019
How to keep a relationship strong after getting through a rough patch
"Things are going well," is a sigh of relief you can relish saying after your…
By Mary Grace Garis
If I really, honestly, completely trust my partner, why do I feel the need to snoop?
November 14, 2019
If I really, honestly, completely trust my partner, why do I feel the need to snoop?
The temptation to read your partner's text messages or look through their inbox or otherwise…
By Allie Flinn
What's the real difference between a fetish and a kink?
November 14, 2019
What's the real difference between a fetish and a kink?
It wasn’t until I recently attended a class titled “Working Out the Kinks” at a…
By Morgan Mandriota
4 signs your witty banter is actually platonic negging
November 13, 2019
4 signs your witty banter is actually platonic negging
There’s nothing like a battle of wit to keep your interest. In fact, many of…
By Mary Grace Garis
Your soul mate isn't necessarily 'the one'—here's how to tell the difference
November 13, 2019
Your soul mate isn't necessarily 'the one'—here's how to tell the difference
Theoretically, finding your soul mate should mark the end of your search for "the one,"…
By Zoe Weiner
No matter how long you take to reach orgasm, there are ways to speed things up
November 13, 2019
No matter how long you take to reach orgasm, there are ways to speed things up
News flash: Your orgasm is not on a timer. It takes, well, as long as…
By Gabrielle Kassel
Are your friends health heroes or holding you back? Here's how to find out
November 12, 2019
Are your friends health heroes or holding you back? Here's how to find out
If you're the adult equivalent of a C+ gym student, you might need a buddy…
By Mary Grace Garis
3 signs of counterdependency to look for in an especially avoidant partner
November 11, 2019
3 signs of counterdependency to look for in an especially avoidant partner
While codependency in a relationship is something I'm well-acquainted with, counterdependency is a new word…
By Mary Grace Garis
Actually, casual conversations are legitimately helpful for keeping you healthy
November 11, 2019
Actually, casual conversations are legitimately helpful for keeping you healthy
Society at large seems to harbor a collective goal of limiting human connection as much…
By Emily Laurence
An astrologer's 7 tips to keep your love life safe during Mercury retrograde
November 09, 2019
An astrologer's 7 tips to keep your love life safe during Mercury retrograde
Mercury being in retrograde can spell disaster in all kind of arenas, like communication, technology,…
By Mary Grace Garis
Book that girls' trip now, because traveling with friends promotes health and happiness
November 08, 2019
Book that girls' trip now, because traveling with friends promotes health and happiness
Any excuse to travel is great, but there are so many mind and body benefits…
By Alyssa Sparacino
There are 9 basic relationship structures—this quiz helps you find which is best for you
November 08, 2019
There are 9 basic relationship structures—this quiz helps you find which is best for you
If you've ever felt pressured to conform with the rules of monogamy or casual dating,…
By Erin Bunch
3 body language tricks to memorize if you wear your emotions on your sleeve
November 07, 2019
3 body language tricks to memorize if you wear your emotions on your sleeve
When someone says you "wear your heart on your sleeve," it's almost always a backhanded…
By Kells McPhillips
What you should ask instead of 'How many people have you slept with?'
November 07, 2019
What you should ask instead of 'How many people have you slept with?'
It's a huge bummer that despite rapidly changing social norms, number shame still exists—particularly for…
By Erin Bunch
How to reframe your sad singleness as empowered self-partnership
November 05, 2019
How to reframe your sad singleness as empowered self-partnership
Emma Watson is happy being single. In fact, she's self-partnered, she says. My mother sent…
By Allie Flinn
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