3 Rules to “Fight Fair” With Someone You Love

Love bombing can feel exactly like the beginning of the relationship you've always wanted.The chemistry is instant. They want to see you all the time. They talk about the future, make you feel special, and everything seems to move at lightning speed. Then, just as quickly, someth ...  Show more

Some people stay with us long after they're gone.Not because they were the right person, but because we remember how they made us feel.In this episode, I answer a question from a listener who can't seem to let go of someone she met two years ago. Their chemistry felt effortless. ...  Show more

Every couple gets into arguments, but that isn’t necessarily a bad thing — as long as you’re doing so in a respectful way. That’s why we’re sharing three guidelines to think about the next time you get into a disagreement.  To support more content like this, become an AARP membe ...  Show more

For some reason, many of us tend to take our anger, discomfort, and frustrations out on the people we love most. We may insist that it's because we are most comfortable with our loved ones, but we forget that without tender care, even the best relationships become broken. This ...

No matter how much you love your partner, your relationship will never be totally free from disagreement. And nor should it be, say researchers Dr John Gottman and Dr Julie Schwartz Gottman. We actually just need to learn to argue better. The Gottmans join Dr Laurie Santos to tal ...  Show more

All relationships have their disagreements.  Voices might get raised, snarky things might be said…but your partner should never make you feel “less than” in a fight.  A fact I was reminded of while listening this episode of ...