Relationships
76 articles
The six keys to positive communication
Communicating better can help you achieve your goals and deepen your relationships. By JULIEN C. MIRIVEL on behalf of Greater Good Science Center. When I was 15 years old, I enrolled in a program to study English in what seemed like the middle of nowhere, also known as Iowa. Having grown up in Fr...
The 5 love languages and how they affect relationships
We can transform our relationships by being aware of our partner’s – and our own – love language. There are five love languages. Here's how they work...
Toxic Siblings: How to Recognize and Deal With Them
Learn how to handle a toxic sibling relationship. Discover the signs to watch out that suggest your brother or sister is toxic!
Want a happy sex life? Here are the 4 key secrets
Science shows sex and happiness are linked, but it's not only frequency that matters. Discover the four key factors for a happy and fulfilling sex life...
How to talk to a parent with dementia: 8 tips to improve communication
Talking to a parent with dementia requires both patience and adapted conversation. Learn how to communicate more effectively with these eight key strategies.
What is Intimacy Anorexia and How To Identify It In Relationships
Key signs of Intimacy Anorexia include avoiding sex, blaming partners and withholding praise. Discover the causes – and solutions – of this cruel condition.
Self-Sabotaging Relationships: Why Do We Do It?
Do you self-sabotage relationships? Spot the signs to learn why you destroy happy partnerships. Plus, discover the steps to stop this destructive behaviour.
How to keep connecting with strangers during the pandemic
Fleeting, everyday social interactions matter for our well-being, research suggests. By JILL SUTTIE on behalf of Greater Good Science Center. I love my husband and my son. But I never expected that they would be practically my only companions for seven months in a row. Since COVID hit, we’ve been...
Mindful parenting: an essential guide
Mindful parenting is a tool to help you clear your mind and open your heart. Learn how to reconnect with yourself and your intentions as a parent.
Happy children: 6 secrets to raising joyful kids
Guide your children into a joyful way of being with these six happiness habits. Raise happier and contented children that appreciate life.
Eight keys to bridging our differences
Bridging differences is not about persuasion but about understanding and humility. Learn how to do so during times of conflict and beyond...
What Playfulness Can Do For Your Relationship
Research suggests that couples who are playful have closer and more satisfying relationships.