Pretty much every parent believes that no one is good enough for their daughter. That’s not to say you can’t have a cordial relationship with your son-in-law, but no one is good enough for your baby girl. But what if he’s not just “not good enough” but is actually terrible for your daughter? What if he’s a narcissist that is emotionally abusing your daughter and possibly grandkids? What if he’s slowly destroying your relationship with your daughter?...

This build-up of uncertainty is leading you (or your partner) to that tipping point where you finally decide and announce that the relationship is over. If it has been a long time coming, most people experience an instant sense of relief rather than sadness or grief over the relationship coming to an end. But there are some obvious signs your relationship is over, even when you believe that the relationship exists....

What makes him miss you is reminding him of your positive impact on him. Indeed, being constantly on his face won’t make him crave your presence. Yet, going distant for days and ignoring him won’t make him miss you either. You can make him miss you over text knowing what and when to text. A guy likes to receive attention to a certain amount so he can be hooked up on you....

In this article, trauma-informed counseling psychologist Anushtha Mishra (MSc., Counseling Psychology), who specializes in providing therapy for concerns such as trauma, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief, and loneliness among others, writes to help you better understand why couple’s fight and how to break the cycle of fighting in a relationship. Why Do Couples Fight Constantly? (5 main reasons) Every couple has arguments and conflicts. Why do you fight with someone you love?...

Long story short, there are very few men who know exactly how to talk to women and impress them instantly, what not to say that will annoy them and how to make them fall for them with just the right words and deeds. There are certain elements in the way the love game is played that need to be kept in mind: it’s not cheesy lines, borrowed quotes, gifts that try too hard or fake laughter and put-on humor that will win a woman....

It is extremely important for parents to explain divorce to a child. This is probably one of the most difficult conversations that any parent might have to have with their kids. Explaining love, marriage, companionship and its complexities to a young child is not simple. Yet, it’s something that needs to be done well before you set the legal process of separation in motion. If that’s something you’re struggling with right now, we’re here to tell you how to talk to your kids about divorce with sensitivity and patience....

That’s when I realized, there’s no better teacher than experience, right? Instead of sulking about not getting second dates with those women (a few of whom I really thought I’d hear from again), I decided to take a look at where I went wrong. I asked a few friends for tips for a first date. I asked my female friends what they thought I did wrong and tried to understand how to be on a first date (all that constructive criticism from friends definitely took some thick skin to bear)....

The Hello Hug has taken over at many social levels from the namaskar but the only issue is many people who are firm believers in the Hello Hug are not even aware of the etiquette involved in this greeting hug. For starters, if you follow the hug etiquette you cannot hug anyone without asking that person’s permission and be aware that you are not intruding into that person’s personal space....

A loveless marriage is unfortunately a sad reality for many relationships today. Traversing through them can be tough because an unhappy marriage may never meet your expectations. However, this is just one of those things that you have to deal with in real life. This Is How Marriage Is In Real Life “Misha, where is my shirt?” “How should I know?” “Dilip, will you sleep next to me tonight? I’m feeling scared....

Are you tired of living with your parents? You are at an age where you can move out, but you are a little indecisive. Your family may have told you that moving away from them would be a selfish act. Or, it could be that no one else in your family has moved and you are a little nervous about being the first one. Whatever the reason may be, you want answers....

That’s probably why this question has transcended into the realm of a perennial conundrum. An idée fixe of those learning the ropes of newfound loves. Say it too soon and you risk spooking your partner completely. Wait too long, and you may miss your moment and disappoint them, even. Knowing when is the right time to say “I love you” is key to making sure your words have the right effect....

Who was the greater lover? Once upon a time, when Krishna was with his wife, Rukmini, Narada Muni walked into their home, greeting them with his signature line: “Narayan Narayan”. The gleam in his eyes gave Krishna a hint that Narada was up to some mischief. Krishna smiled. After the initial courtesies, Krishna asked Narada the reason for his arrival. Narada was evasive and wondered aloud whether a devotee ever needed to have a reason to meet his idol....

Divorce can be of two kinds – ugly and painful or smooth and non-controversial. Ninety-five percent of divorce cases belong to the first category. The rest are probably lying! Try as much as you can, life after divorce is not easy as some people like to make it sound. To start again after divorce and build a life from scratch can be an intimidating and daunting prospect, owing to the baggage of the past....

A lot has been said about love, but little about lovesickness. What is it? Is lovesickness real? What are its symptoms? Can one cure lovesickness? To answer all of your questions, we spoke to psychologist Anita Eliza (MSc in Applied Psychology), who specializes in issues like anxiety, depression, relationships, and self-esteem. She elaborated on the lovesickness definition, what causes it, its signs, and how to cope with being lovesick....

In order to love and be there for someone with lupus, it is important to first understand the nature of the illness. Lupus is an auto-immune disease in which a person’s immune system attacks its own healthy tissues, leading to severe problems such as organ failure and, in extreme cases, even death. Lupus And Relationships Lupus information for spouses with the disease is essential to know in order to lend support to your loved one and be there for them when they need it the most....

Dear ma’am, I am a 28-year-old girl from a middle-class family from Odisha. I met my boyfriend through a matrimonial website with the sole purpose of getting married. We fell in love. After 3-4 months his family came to see me for the first time but we couldn’t treat them properly, as my grandmother had recently got a paralysis attack. His family and brother and sister liked me for my looks and behaviour, but the next day his family said no to us for marriage as we couldn’t treat them properly....

Hello ma’am, I have been in a relationship for three years and in those three years, we have had innumerable breakups. The thing is that if I say something in a funny or genuine way, he thinks that I am insulting him. He feels I don’t respect him. I mean something in one way but he always takes it in a sense that I am not respecting. This has made our relationship weak over time....

Are anxiety and depression related? Well, yes, say various renowned psychiatrists and researchers working full-time in the field of mental health. Depression symptoms should never be ignored. Suicidal thoughts, intrusive thoughts and depression are likely to affect your domestic and social life and your performance in the workplace and beware, the impact is long-lasting and the repercussions severe. You can consult a psychiatrist before it’s too late. This is how my depression began Once you’re promoted from the school level to the college level, you have certain dreams and aspirations....

Have you been wondering why my girlfriend gets mad at me for the smallest things? It could be because she’s stressed, has excessive jealousy issues, or is on her menstrual cycle. Being in a relationship with a person who’s angry all the time is no fun. You can’t seem to get a moment’s peace because she’s always flying off the handle about one thing or another. What makes it worse is that it will be about the smallest things, such as you didn’t put the milk back in the fridge or forgot one item on the shopping list....

Tell us the story of how you both met. When did you decide to take your relationship to the next level? Raghu and I first met as judges on a reality show. We started off as acquaintances and then became friends. Both of us were going through a rough patch in our personal lives and could identify with each other’s problems and that strengthened our friendship. However, the decision that we should get married was taken by our mothers....