Spouses sharing housework equally shows that there is a certain amount of respect in the relationship. In the absence of a detailed arrangement that both sides honor, the equation can become lop-sided. For instance, if the husband brushes off his household responsibilities, it falls upon the woman to balance her career and commitments at home. Husbands should be equally involved in what goes on at home, it’s honestly the bare minimum....

The subtext that lies behind this simple message has the whole power to this situation. Whereas, whether you should text your ex a happy birthday or not depends on the terms you left on. The situation will be less complicated if you know beforehand the reason why you want to wish your ex a happy birthday. Don’t wish them a happy birthday out of the blue. If you haven’t been talking with your ex for some time, wishing them a happy birthday would stir up your past....

Just like in the series, there is nothing more hazardous than abuse going unnoticed in a relationship. Nine times out of ten, emotional abuse gets out of hand before it is identified and stopped. Chances are, even if you can’t put a finger on a partner’s emotionally manipulative and abusive ways, you’ve got an inkling that something is amiss. Perhaps, it has got you wondering, “Am I being gaslighted by my partner?...

— Fifty Shades Freed (@FiftyShades) November 6, 2017 Fifty Shades of Grey has become a cult in the genre of sex and erotica. And while we wait impatiently for the next Valentine’s day, why not gear up for the bedroom prep by revisiting ten intense and sexy scenes from the Fifty Shades trilogy? Who doesn’t remember the uncanny elevator scene? Here’s to undressing like a pro. A kiss on the neck is a major turn on...

According to a study, physical appearance is the main factor in determining the level of attraction in a possible romantic relationship. It includes hairstyle, dressing sense, and implied financial status as well. To find out about the different types of attraction in psychology, we reached out to Nandita Rambhia, who specializes in compatibility issues, parenting issues, and extreme marital affair counseling. She says, “There are many types of attraction other than what just meets the eye....

In families with one or more narcissistic members, the dynamics are inherently dysfunctional. Children often grow up feeling confused, insecure, and afraid. They may not know who to trust, and they usually blame themselves for the problems occurring at home. Many times, a narcissist will use scapegoats to project their anger. Family Scapegoats allow them to displace all the blame onto something else. Rather than own personal accountability over their actions, the narcissist can continue to live how they normally live without any real consequences....

Of late, the buzz about solo travel for women has been doing the rounds in women’s groups. The women that went, go or plan for one call it a matter of self-love, as opposed to, they say, the shackles of duty towards family and children. It stands for independence, they say. They pity the ones who cannot think of taking a flight alone. They look down upon the ones who do not think the same way....

Well, not really. Picture this: you’re walking down the street when a complete stranger starts observing every move you make from a distance. Eventually, they come near you with a half-baked sexual pick-up line and a grin on their face. You suddenly understand why all the women you know keep that pepper spray handy, since reaching for it is suddenly the only thing you can think of. It’s pretty much the same when someone slides into your DMs, just that the pepper spray here is the “block” button....

Budget travel for couples isn’t as bad as people make it sound. In fact, some couples have the greatest adventures and the most romantic time of their life when they choose to travel cheap. 5 Tips To Travel On A Budget: Travel Hacks For couples who love hitting the road at every chance they get, the main constraint for travelling often is the budget. While travelling can be fun, if you don’t plan it enough or if it is impromptu, the whole thing can turn into an expensive affair....

Related reading: When cancer exposed the chinks in her marriage “Shall we take a break before we begin with Tarulata ben?” I asked and we got up to stretch our legs and made casual conversation. The couple, Hemant Bhai and Tarulata ben were the tenth narrators for the book Ten on Ten, funded by the Ahmedabad Cancer Foundation, as a tribute to head and neck cancer survivors and their indomitable spirit....

The relationship is fairly new and tender. Perhaps, you have just defined your bond, yet it’s way too soon to drop the L bomb. At this moment, getting him a $200 vintage record player would spill the signs of serious commitment all over the place. I am sure you don’t intend to scare this sweet guy away. Well, what are the alternative gift ideas for a new boyfriend then? Something as indifferent as a graphic t-shirt or a box of Ferrero Rocher?...

If you’re looking for some of the best relationship quotes about love, you’ve come to the right place. Here are some quotes you can share with your partner to tell them that you love them. Top 9 Relationship Quotes We have made a list of relationship love quotes for him and her, and these are the perfect ways to tell your partner you love them without actually saying the words....

I am 16 years old and dealing with a breakup. We even used to make out a little bit. It has been eight months and yet I am not able to heal myself. I tried distracting myself but failed. He cheated on me. I cry so much. When I go out, I remember all the place we went together and then I break down again. I checked online; it looks like I am suffering from depression....

A favored label of therapists and mental health staff is to describe someone who cares about a person with a mental health condition as an “enabler” or “facilitator”. Whilst this label would be an asset in a teacher, trainer or HR professional and would mean they were good at their job, in mental health terms and in conditions where the person “suffering” is in denial of their condition, it means the opposite....

My point is that money does not tend to be a bone of contention before you are married. But once you get married, factoring in the finances into marriage responsibilities becomes a whole different ballgame — something you might not have even prepared for. Personal financial responsibility becomes a priority because, in today’s era, no woman wants to be dependent on her husband for his money. Sharing Financial Responsibility In Marriage Let me cite an example....

While his reel-life romance was on-point and adorable, Salman’s real-life romance was taking a hit. A number of failed high profile relationships, controversies and run-in with the law, left his personal life a topic of national interest. While all his contemporaries got married and settled down, Salman Khan refused to marry and is fiercely protective of his personal life. In an interview he said, “I don’t believe in marriage. I think it’s a dying institution....

Rochelle’s experience was no different. When Rochelle started dating Aron, they decided to keep it under wraps since they worked in the same office and office romances were frowned upon. She also noticed another colleague, Archie getting in constant fights with Aron, which Aron dismissed as jealousy. At a party, Rochelle found a drunk Archie telling her that Aron had been dating her too. And, just like Rochelle, Aron had told Archie to keep it under wraps....

Marriage is hard. It is, most definitely, a significant milestone in the lives of those who choose to go down that route but there’s no denying the fact that maintaining a marital bond requires a lot of work and commitment from both partners because the expectations from a marriage are quite different from a relationship. In this article, we explore what marriage means to a woman, its importance (or the lack of it) in their lives....

Some people seem to be hardwired to wake up early or go to sleep late, and this was proved by a study done in 2020, which explains that our ‘internal clock’, known as the circadian rhythm, controls our body’s patterns and functions. This internal timekeeper most evidently controls our sleep patterns, as well as hunger and mood patterns. When An Early Bird And Night Owl Sleep Together I have taken to adding on to whatever wish I inscribe on my gifts when I go to weddings, the phrase, ‘and wishing you sleep patterns that actually align!...

Open relationships come with their own challenges. The rules are neither set in stone nor are they the same for every couple. Moreover, the relationship equations change and modify because of a number of factors. Age and maturity, of the relationship and the people involved, play an important role in maintaining that equilibrium. The incident I am going to retell here, happened, as I understand, very early on their relationship....