Imagine marrying the man of your dreams only to discover that he has testicular cancer. This is exactly what happened to one woman from St Petersburg, Russia. Although, there are most likely many examples of this worldwide. However, this woman had already started feeling fed up with her new hubby before his diagnosis. She then...

In Western society, more than 90 percent of people marry by the time they’re fifty years old. Unfortunately, forty to fifty percent of marriages in the United States end in divorce. The divorce rate for second and third marriages is even higher [1]. This has led researchers who study marriages to look for signs that...

Over the last 20 years, researchers have looked at the relationship between having sons or daughters and the likelihood of divorce. What they’ve found is that parents of daughters are slightly more likely to get a divorce than those of sons. (1) Parents of Daughters More Likely To Divorce Than Parents of Sons Since the...

Finding the right world to accurately express our emotions, particularly when we’re angry, frustrated, or stressed, can be difficult. In these instances, swearing can be very helpful with effectively getting our point across, or releasing some pent-up emotion. Most of us are taught from a young age that we should not swear, as many curse...

Relationships can be wonderful and fulfilling parts of our lives. They also, however, can be very, very challenging. They are a constant balancing act between your needs and those of your partner. On top of that, you are trying to navigate your two separate lives, together. Different careers, daily routines, other personal obligations like friends...

A story is currently circulating the internet regarding a couple and what led to their failed marriage. Although it’s a seemingly fictional story, the scenario does shed light on some important topics. Topics that should be addressed between partners in order to have some necessary tools for a long happy life together. The story goes...

People tend to assume that the loss of a parent is more traumatic for a young child, and neglect to support adults experiencing it. But the reality is virtually everyone will experience losing a parent, and unfortunately, dealing with the grief is not discussed or researched often. The common result is that when the tragedy...

Although weddings are often a time of bliss, there can be some unexpected moments. As in life, these moments can cause a person to second guess the choices they’ve made in life. For example, an anonymous woman recently shared how her wedding night took a bizarre turn. As a result, she found herself reconsidering her...

Have you ever wanted to check your partner’s phone? Have you ever gone ahead and done it? We’ve all been there. We’ve all thought about it. At least in one of our relationships at some point in our lives. But the question is, is it ever okay to check your partner’s phone? What if you...

Farting is normal for anyone who has a digestive system. But it has a reputation to be crude, immature, and plain gross. In relationships, farting becomes a strange sort of taboo. Since it’s generally seen as unattractive, some couples take measures to keep their flatulence private. For others, it’s a milestone to become comfortable enough...

Relationships are complex webs of emotions, actions, and commitments that bind individuals together. However, sometimes men choose to leave their partners, often leaving both parties confused and hurt. Understanding the reasons behind such decisions can shed light on the dynamics of relationships and help in navigating their complexities. These are some of the most common...

The word family is a loaded one. For some, it’s loaded with positivity. For most, it’s probably a bit of a mixed bag. There are many people, however, for whom family brings up a lot of negative emotion. The thing is, as much as we like to romanticize the idea of family, the reality is...