Many relationships reach a tipping point after years of built-up resentments and unsolved problems. Like physical death, the death of a relationship moves through several stages. The key to prevention is regularly taking stock of the relationship and tackling problems as they arise. Many couples who show up for couple...

7 Stages in the Death of a Relationship

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The phrase “I love you” carries an extraordinary weight, evoking a myriad of emotions that can transform relationships, lives and even self-perceptions. These three simple words — when spoken with sincerity — can stir deep, often complex feelings that resonate with both the speaker and the listener. Whether whispered in the quiet moments of intimacy or declared boldly in public, the impact of saying “I love you” transcends the mere act of communication, delving into the core of the human experience. In this article, we explore seven powerful emotions associated with the words “I love you,” uncovering the profound effects they have on our hearts and minds.

7 powerful emotions associated with the words I love you

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

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12 Phrases Psychologists Are Begging Parents and Grandparents to Stop Saying to a Youngest Child

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Fear is something that is inevitable when we are experiencing grief, loss, heartache, another door closing, or another door opening. We are all naturally going to experience worry and anxiety, when confusing or frustrating circumstances arise. Fear, anxiety, and worry may feel like climbing a tall mountain with rocky terrain....

Overcoming Fear, Anxiety, and Worry

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When babies are born, they naturally have no concept of manners. This means the responsibility of showing the polite way […]

Everyday Manners You Should Be Teaching Your Kids

Having experiences that feel as if one is interacting with a deceased person are common. These experiences tend to be positive and may even be experienced as therapeutic. Research finds that after-death communication experiences can occur outside of grief. Co-authored with Imants Barušs, Ph.D. After-death communications (ADCs) refer to...

What We Know About After-Death Communication Experiences

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Cheating, in any form, strikes at the heart of trust and security in a relationship. Whether it's a clandestine affair or a deep emotional bond with someone outside the relationship, the pain inflicted can be profound.

Emotional Cheating vs. Physical Cheating: Which Hurts More?

Diagnosed with low platelet numbers, the treatments resulted in side effects I wasn't expecting. Take it from someone who knows: if your thumb ever turns the color of an eggplant for no good reason, get thee to a hematologist, pronto. The same goes for acquiring an IMAX-sized Technicolor bruise on your leg after bumping into a table with the life-threatening force of a one mile-an-hour breeze.

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Every relationship has its challenges but one woman has had enough of her husband’s unusual car habit, to the point where she is now considering divorce. 

Posting on the popular Reddit AITA forum, the mom explains how this week his quirk has become unmanageable.

“I have been married to my husband for two years, “ the woman begins.

“He has a habit of sitting in the car for five-ten minutes before entering the house. I don’t know why he does it, but he talked about a past traumatic experience he had when he came home and caught his ex cheating on him. 

“[the habit has previously] caused many fights...

I asked my husband for a divorce because of this weird habit

Editor's note: This article was originally published on March 21, 2023. It has since been updated. In today's world, advice on how to live is everywhere. Everyone has an opinion, making it hard to distinguish valuable insights from the noise. Sahil Bloom, a writer and investor, took a refreshingly straightforward approach: he asked the elderly.

40 valuable pieces of advice from 90-year-olds for living a fulfilling life

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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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Life doesn't end at 50, and we enjoy greater longevity than ever before. Those who find themselves alone will naturally seek companionship. However, a less committed type of relationship is growing in popularity.

Love Relationships After 50: Situationships on the Rise

Views on marital status after a spouse's death can vary with each person's experiences, beliefs, resilience and the nature of the relationship. The early morning sun streamed into my den. It was my quiet time, something I've learned to relish. While sitting with my coffee and laptop reading emails, a calendar notification popped up in the corner of my computer screen announcing ANNIVERSARY.

Am I Still Married After He's Gone?

Divorce profoundly shifts familial relationships, forever changing the lives of children and parents. Unable to effectively cope with the losses of divorce, children may act out and withdraw from their parents. Child specialists help children cope with the emotional impact of divorce and navigate family changes. For more than 30...

An Important Way to Help Children Cope With Divorce

Divorce can be a challenging and emotional experience for everyone involved, especially for children. The disruption of family dynamics can lead to feelings of insecurity, confusion, and sadness. However, with careful planning and thoughtful strategies, parents can help create a smoother transition for their children, minimizing the emotional and psychological impact of the divorce.

Creating a Smooth Transition for Children during Divorce

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Have you ever thought about who you would call if you found yourself locked out of your house at 3 am? This question, often referred to as the "3 am question," isn't about the practicality of solving such a problem. Instead, it serves as a litmus test for the quality of the relationships in your life.

The Art of Intimacy: How to Connect Deeply with Anyone You Meet

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20 old samurai wisdoms will help you strengthen your morale and solve all your problems. Musashi Miyamoto, also known as Benosuke Miyamoto, has gone down in history as one of Japan's most accomplished swordsmen. His life was full of battles and victories, but it was his final work, The Way of Independent Walking, that left an indelible mark on culture and philosophy.

Many years ago, a samurai wrote 20 rules of eternal wisdom that will help in life

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Actor Philip McKeon died at only 55 years old in 2019 following a long illness. He was best known as Tommy, the young son of Linda Lavin's waitress/aspiring actress role on TV's long-running sitcom, Alice. The show, which originally aired on CBS from 1976 to 1985, was a small-screen adaptation of Martin Scorsese's big-screen movie, Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore. In that acclaimed film, released in 1974, and the subsequent TV pilot episode, Alfred Lutter III played Tommy. Philip McKeon took over the role after that.

A Look Back at the Life of TV's 'Alice' Actor Philip McKeon: 5 Years After His Tragic Death

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Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

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A Mixture of Grief and Relief

Realizing the tremendous toll caring for both my parents over the past decade had taken on me, I knew I had to take self-care steps as...

A Mixture of Grief and Relief

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