Why Physical Attraction Matters, and When It Might Not
A psychologist reviews research on how much looks really shape our choices, and why a moderate level of attraction tends to be…
from Psychology Today2 min read
Topic
Finding a Spouse
What to look for, compatibility, red flags and istikhara – choosing with your heart and your head.
How long should I wait before asking to meet up?
So you’ve found a match you’re interested in and the feeling is mutual – but now what? Meeting an online match in person is…
May 2, 20193 min read
There Is Nothing More Beautiful Than Falling In Love With Someone Who Knows How To Love You In Return
You might not believe right now, but one day, you’re going to look back and say that there was nothing you ever…
May 2, 20193 min read
What to Look For in a Partner
PsychAlive explains why we are sometimes drawn to familiar but unhealthy patterns, and lists eight qualities that point toward a healthier long-term…
from PsychAlive2 min read
10 Tips to Help You Pick a Good Partner
A psychologist offers practical pointers for choosing a spouse wisely, from believing what people tell you about themselves to taking your time.
from Psychology Today2 min read
The Danger of Sliding Instead of Deciding to Get Married
Daniel and Sarah came to me for couples therapy because they were uncertain about the future of their marriage. Daniel had just…
Nov 15, 20182 min read
The Compatibility Factor: Questions to Ask Yourself and Your Potential Spouse
When it comes to choosing a spouse for the rest of your life, there are some things that we don’t always think…
Nov 15, 20183 min read
How Do You Know If You’re Ready For Marriage?
A Gottman-trained therapist offers thirteen reflective questions on vision, friendship and conflict to help you judge whether you are ready to marry.
from The Gottman Institute2 min read
Tinder Users Have Lower Self-Esteem: Study
Put yourself on Tinder, and you might end up with a date—or a crippling case of negative thoughts about yourself.
Aug 8, 20183 min read
This Is The Truth About Fear
Fear is something we learn to live with; whether it is fear of a conversation, fear of a choice, fear of hurt,…
Feb 23, 20183 min read
6 Ways to Deal with the Pain of Being Ghosted
Maya* was frustrated, upset, and confused. She had met a guy and gone out on a few dates and thought the relationship…
Feb 23, 20186 min read
Relationship experts say these are the 8 red flags to look out for when you start dating someone — and some are surprisingly common
Eight experts describe warning signs to notice early when getting to know someone, from pushing past your boundaries to never accepting responsibility.
from Business Insider2 min read