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The existential philosopher argued that an authentic and meaningful life is measured by choice.
The lack of friendship is particularly a problem for men. But there are easy ways to make friends.
When the going gets tough, nothing beats a wide network of tried-and-true connections.
High-conflict people are found in all walks of life. Learning how to identify them, and what to do next, can save you much emotional turmoil.
There's such thing as a healthy sense of pride in oneself and one’s accomplishments.
Sex, it turns out, isn’t as easy or simple as popular culture might lead us to believe.
Warm relationships protect your mind and body from the slings and arrows of life.
A new study of global love finds that Americans have some of the most loving relationships, while Chinese and Germans have some of the least.
Harvard psychiatrist Robert Waldinger discusses how 80 years of ongoing research show relationships to be vital for health and happiness.
There is no sure-fire formula for success, but you can be better prepared to create your own.
"Kids are always asking two questions of parents: 'Am I safe?' and 'Am I real?'"
We don’t understand why loneliness is bad for us if all we can say is that it hurts.
It might seem petty and shallow to get upset over a bad gift, but there's often a deeper reason behind the feeling.
Every Christmas could be the last Christmas.
Expressing gratitude encourages others to continue being generous, promoting a cycle of goodness.
Only have sex with a person you love — a novel concept!
When justice isn’t tempered by something such as mercy, forgiveness, or nonviolence, efforts to make society more equitable often backfire.
John Templeton Foundation
One study estimated that 80% of people include “deviations” from the truth in their online profiles.
People tend to underestimate how much a friend they’ve lost contact with would enjoy a simple note saying "hi."
When it comes to vetting people for friendship, body odor seems to be a decisive factor.
Evolutionary psychology could explain those otherworldly feelings.
Fulfillment at work isn’t about finding your passion; it’s about cultivating the relationships that create a sense of belonging.
What’s one of the most reliable indicators that a first date is going well? The answer might lie in how closely the couple is matching each other’s behavior and physiology. […]
Arguments are a normal and often healthy part of a relationship. It all depends on picking the right kind of arguments, though.
You can love a romantic partner, but also a pet, a book, God, or the sound of someone’s voice. We need many more words for love.
Does your father say "I love you," or express it in another way?
In "The Secret Life of Secrets", Michael Slepian explores how holding secrets affects our relationships, psychology, and well-being.
One form of domestic abuse involves a parent breaking their child’s connection with the other parent.
Successful romantic relationships require desire, but that desire doesn't have to be sexual.
There is much more to the Kama Sutra than just sex. It's a guide to anyone wanting more pleasure in life, however they take it.