But, after the initial hurdles, you can see that side of yours that you have never ever seen in your life. The question that is always on your mind is how to have a sex talk with your partner? We will agree it is not easy to start an intimate conversation. You need to have a certain level of comfort to do that. Sometimes some people might be comfortable in bed with you but when it comes to the sex talk they recoil like a turtle inside a shell....

Love is infinite. Yet we have set its limits. A crucial one being sexual monogamy. There may be counter cultures of polygamy, open relationships, etc. But for most people, romantic love remains bound by sexual fidelity. Where does one stand then, if love ceases to provide for one’s sexual needs? In Indian law, unilateral denial of conjugal rights can be grounds for divorce. The Supreme Court of India has ruled that denial of sex to spouse, without any valid grounds, amounts to mental cruelty....

The significance of the first night in an arranged marriage is immense because that is supposed to the first time a couple is sharing a bed together and achieving that closeness and comfort level. Do all people in arranged marriages have sex on their wedding night? This is a question that is often asked in the Indian context. No, not really. In fact, here are a few memories that couples in arranged marriages shared with us of their wedding night....

As Wanda states it, sometimes you look right through red flags because you are too blindly infatuated with the new person in your life. And when you do begin to recognize them, it is often too late. So, we made a handy list of red flags to look for in the talking stage itself. How do you know if the talking stage is going well? Let’s find out, with the help of emotional wellness and mindfulness coach Pooja Priyamvada (certified in Psychological and Mental Health First Aid from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and the University of Sydney)....

Jealousy is something which, in meagre amounts, can actually help your relationship grow and even bring you two closer. But the moment your pot overflows and you’re on the verge of losing it, it may be time to address that there is an issue on your hands. That being said, don’t let men frivolously blame your jealousy on your hormones or call it your ‘monthly mood swings’. Being jealous is very, very human and certainly one of the most natural emotions there is....

It is relatively easy to recognize a narcissist when he or she displays the “classic” behaviors: staying out all night, drinking and using drugs, having obvious affairs, being highly irresponsible with money, difficulty keeping a job, and engaging in both verbal and physical abuse at home. People with those behaviors might have Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) especially if they take no responsibility for their behavior or how it affects others....

Bhabhi and devar relationship in India The bhabhi–devar relationship in India has been fodder for many a spicy tale. It’s ever-changing, the intriguing matrix has added to the fascination: from being a mother figure to playing confidante, to, in some instances, the first female stranger to ever live in the family, making her an object of latent desire for the devar. In a critically acclaimed feature film of the eighties called Ek Chaadar Maili Si, a bhabhi is forced to marry her devar....

1. Sometime you do it just for him Doing each other favours in bed is just as regular as otherwise. If you think that you can please him this one time even if you are not in the mood, just go ahead and do it. There are times when I am horny but my partner is not because of a long day work, yet he helps me to satisfy my urge....

However, a unicorn relationship isn’t that easy to find (hence the term “unicorn”). There are a lot of things to be discussed, a few basic guidelines to be established, and unicorns to hunt. Whether you’re hunting for one or figuring out how to be the perfect unicorn in a relationship, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s answer all your burning questions, so you can find the cumin to your salt and pepper combo....

Have you ever been the “new person” in a group who know each other well? You might have felt, at first, like you were a little out of the loop. They seem to be on the same wavelength. They have the same humour styles. They might even speak in similar tones of voice, or use the same mannerisms. This is an example or normal, healthy mirroring. It’s not that a group of very similar people just happened to find each other....

There will be serious character flaws that you will always have to deal with. But let us warn you from the beginning, loving a man with low self-esteem is not easy. Sometimes it takes a couple of years and sometimes even a decade to really know and understand that you are dating a man with low self-esteem. There may be many flaws in your man, but the one that is least detectable is his low self-esteem....

Many people might claim that if you love someone, you’ll always make things work. That’s partly true, especially if you were in a long-term relationship. Yet, love is not the only element that makes a relationship work. If the situation is suffocating you and your partner isn’t participating to make it work, you can consider ending the relationship. You’ll have that gut or “fed up” feeling when you decide to part ways....

For those of you who are catching up with this series here, my wife Shweta and I are a working couple. We embarked on a new adventure with a close friend couple by going on a weekend vacation to Ooty with them, where we swapped partners for the night. However, we felt guilty and we realised swapping is easier with strangers than with known people. We met a couple who gave us new insights into how couples are using swinging to bring never-ending adventure and spice into their lives....

If the phrase “opposites attract” was in the dictionary, empaths and narcissists would be the definition. They are like fire and water, but the two personalities have always been wildly attracted to one another. Unfortunately, empaths usually end up with the short end of the stick, because narcissists have an ulterior motive for dating empaths. One of the main traits of narcissistic personality disorder is they have a lack of empathy....

Jealousy is virtually unavoidable in a relationship, you can feel it from the very first moment you set eyes on your partner. You want them all to yourself and you’re desperately afraid that someone else will come along and steal their affection. It doesn’t go away either, you can feel jealous years into a relationship, even after you’re married. So why do men get jealous when they’re in a relationship?...

Recently, you’ve noticed a change in your girlfriend’s behavior. As far as you’re aware, you haven’t done anything wrong, so you’re wondering, why is my girlfriend so mean to me for no reason? It could be because she’s got mental health issues, met someone else, or doesn’t know how to express her emotions. Either way, you need to get to the bottom of this because it’s no fun being in a relationship with someone who treats you like crap!...

(As told to Anish A R) After a few weeks of dating Rahul, I invited Himanshu to come and meet him. Himanshu, my ex, had decided to move on with his life. For some odd reasons, I felt the need to make him realize what he was missing out on. But why? These are the reasons we try to make our ex feel jealous Deriving pleasure out of his/her misery When Himanshu met my new boyfriend, I could see it in Himanshu’s eyes that he was jealous....

Do not be deceived by their demure demeanours. Once comfortable in your presence, they can blossom into the coolest friends and the most amazing romantic partners. I guarantee you will end up saying, “He’s a nerd, but I like him”. Curious about what it feels like dating a geeky guy? Here are a few things you should know before you step into their world of magic. 11 Things To Know When Dating A Nerd The 80’s and 90’s media stereotyped geeks as men and women with pasty-looking skin, thick black glasses and braces....

How indeed? How do you let go of someone you love who can’t be with you? Well, gather your strength and what heart you have left, and read on. We talked to counselors Prerna Dhingra (M.A. Clinical Psychology) and Shazia Saleem (Masters in Psychology), who specializes in separation and divorce counseling, about this. And we’re here to help you pick up the pieces and heal your heart. How To Get Over A Broken Heart When You Still Love Him — 11 Ways Detaching from someone you love deeply is one of the hardest things you’ll ever do....

Every year of marriage must be celebrated because living with someone is not only difficult but also tiresome at times. But what makes it worth all the trials and tribulations, is the pure act of giving and receiving love. It’s true what they say – love wins! And to commemorate this love, it brings us so much joy to share this list of 10th wedding anniversary gifts for couples because that’s what we do....