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Quality time is important in maintaining connection in relationships. But what makes quality time different from any other time together? Quality time is intentional, distraction-free, and offers both partners an opportunity to share and expose themselves, while the...

Loneliness may seem like the same thing as being alone, but it's not that simple. It's possible to be alone without feeling loneliness, like when enjoying solitude. In fact, having time to ourselves in solitude can help us be mentally healthier because it allows us...

I've talked before about how important clear communication skills are in relationships. But just because honest and direct communication is necessary doesn't mean all honest and direct communication is productive. Sometimes, an attempt to speak our minds clearly leads...

Even as progress has been made in gender relations and women's rights around the world, many societies still continue to have stereotypes and norms based on whether someone is a man or woman. And many of these stereotypes and norms can be toxic. In particular, toxic...

Subconscious beliefs are hidden beliefs that you likely don't even realize that you have. They’re often so deeply embedded in your brain, they just seem natural or instinctive to you. But chances are, your subconscious beliefs developed during points of vulnerability...