Relationships are a two-way street in all aspects. While partners do cover for each other every now and then, there still needs to be a certain level of balance. Over the past few decades, the institution of marriage in the United States has seen a significant decline of about 60% since the 1970s, reports CNBC. While there are various factors contributing to this trend, content creator Katie Hanlon—who goes by @thekatiehanlon on TikTok—has mentioned some less-discussed yet crucial factors that can often lead to relationship breakdowns.

Woman explains how marriages are ending because of the inability of men to talk about emotions

When it comes to dating, first impressions are critical. Many people believe that a kiss on the first date is a sign of a good connection. However, there is an emerging perspective that suggests delaying that first kiss can be beneficial for building a strong foundation for a future marriage. In this article, we’ll explore the reasons why waiting to kiss on a first date can lead to a healthier, more lasting relationship.

Why delaying intimacy is best for a relationship

People seek romantic partners with traits such as good looks, status, and similar goals in life. To meet prospective mates, people use a variety of strategies (e.g., go to clubs, flirt, use dating agencies). Most people meet their future partners through work or school, social media, and friends. People seeking...

17 Strategies for Finding Love

Last week, OpenAI published the GPT-4o "scorecard," a report that details "key areas of risk" for the company's latest large language model, and how they hope to mitigate them. In one terrifying instance, OpenAI found that the model's Advanced Voice Mode — which allows users to speak with ChatGPT —...

ChatGPT Went Rogue, Spoke In People's Voices Without Their Permission

How do you instantly gain someone's trust? Whether it's a new friend, a colleague, or a romantic prospect, genuinely connecting and building strong bonds might seem daunting, but emotional intelligence is absolutely an ability that you can learn. I'm a Harvard-trained emotional intelligence researcher and the founder of Mind Brain...

Harvard-trained researcher: People with high emotional intelligence always do 3 things when talking to others

What is confidence and why is it important to help children develop it at a young age?. According to the dictionary, confidence is: “a feeling of self-assurance arising from one's appreciation of one's own abilities or qualities.” Helping children develop confidence requires that we provide our youngsters with opportunities to understand their developing abilities and appreciate that failure is not just ok, but an essential step in building confidence.

How to Build Confidence at Any Age

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, known for his prowess on the football field, made a personal announcement during a press conference on Tuesday. The three-time Super Bowl champion revealed that he and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are expecting their third child and that this will be their last.

Patrick Mahomes Reveals He's 'Done' Having Kids with Wife Brittany Mahomes After Baby No. 3

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. The term "spoiled child" is often thrown around, but what does it really mean? According to Dr. Denitrea Vaughan, Psy.D., LPC, a Texas-based supervisor with Thriveworks, "'Spoiled,' as in a 'spoiled child,' can be defined as characteristics of excessive self-centered and immature behaviors due to a lack of age-appropriate boundaries being set by parents." Although parents generally don’t intend to "spoil" a child, certain parenting strategies—often born from well-meaning intentions or a reflection of how they were raised—can lead to this outcome. The consequences are far-reaching, with specific traits often carrying over into adulthood, impacting both workplace dynamics and personal relationships.

People Who Were 'Spoiled' as Children Usually Develop These 16 Traits as Adults, Psychologists Say

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Many young people feel lonely, but two 25-year-olds bucked the trend after making an instant connection on Bumble BFF.

Two lonely 25-year-olds met on Bumble BFF. Seven weeks later they're living together as 'platonic soulmates' who share a bed.

Taking your romantic relationship to the next level — sharing a home — is a big deal in so many ways.

4 big questions couples who want to live together should ask each other, especially if they’re over 50

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In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

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Divorce is often seen as a life-altering event that impacts both partners, but the changes it brings to men are sometimes less discussed. While society may expect men to move on quickly or "tough it out," the reality is that divorce can deeply affect their emotional, psychological, and even physical well-being.

Ways Divorce Can Change a Man

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Remember the past? Wasn’t it great? Not like now, the terrible present, where everything is awful, and politicians are corrupt, and people are mad at each other all the time. Why yes, I did fail my history GCSE, how did you know?No wonder so many men are turning to women like Hannah Neeleman, aka “Ballerina Farm”, who styles herself as a “trad wife” – a very particular type of female influencer who respects her man, looks after her kids, and does all the other things that women are supposed to do. It’s big business, too – Neeleman has managed to...

Voices: The ‘trad wife’ lifestyle is a dangerous fantasy

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According to Travel alot, Roxboro, North Carolina, holds the unfortunate title of the most miserable city in the state. Several factors contribute to this designation, including high poverty rates, low median household income, and high crime rates.

North Carolina City Named The 'Most Miserable' In The State

Previously, I wrote about the red flags you may be dealing with a female psychopath and how female psychopaths target their victims. But how do male psychopaths operate, and what kind of traits and behaviors do they seek in a potential romantic partner? Here are the four surprising traits psychopaths look for in women. Keep in mind that if you were targeted by a psychopathic person, it was not your fault, as they can use both your strengths and your vulnerabilities against you.

Psychopaths Look For Women With These 4 Surprising Traits In Romantic Relationships

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She is difficult to love: self-sufficient women born under these zodiac signs do not need love

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We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. When you live alone, there’s no one to judge you for wearing acne cream, eating leftover pizza from the fridge, or enjoying a movie marathon. “Living alone has made me more confident and independent,” says Katie McAdams, an Atlanta-based communications manager. As an “extroverted introvert,” she values having alone time to reflect and recharge.

Everything You Need to Know Before Living Alone (From People Who Live Alone and Love It)

Scientists at Northwestern University say they've invented a goo — yes, a goo — that could open the door to regenerating human knee cartilage, a finding that could eventually lead to new clinical ways to rebuild knee joints and avoid invasive and expensive knee replacement surgeries. Cartilage is...

Scientists Say They’ve Figured Out How to Regenerate Knee Cartilage

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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He was born on April 2, 1949, in New Haven, Connecticut, and died of a heart attack at only 63 on August 14, 2012, in Palm Beach Gardens. His birth name was Ronald Gabriel Paolillo, but his stage name was Ron Palillo who was best known as Arnold Dingfelder Horshack on TV's hit 1970s sitcom, Welcome Back, Kotter.

The Tragic Death of 'Welcome Back, Kotter' Actor Ron Palillo: A Look Back

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Replika CEO: It's Fine for Lonely People to Marry Their AI Chatbots

Replika has long garnered a reputation for allowing users to create AI partners, fulfilling their needs not only on an emotional level, but a sexual one,...

Replika CEO: It's Fine for Lonely People to Marry Their AI Chatbots

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