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Connecting with people romantically, emotionally, and physically is really amazing. But there's a lot of work that goes into building a good relationship. What are some tips for having a great relationship? How do you know if your relationship is healthy? How can I make my relationship better? This page has some great articles and stories about relationships.

I was a single woman addicted to planning my wedding

The first time I thought about my own wedding was after I graduated business school. I’d just turned 30, and figured that I should start thinking about marriage. I had a boyfriend at the time, a nice guy who I liked a lot but didn’t love. Still, alone in my bedroom, I started visiting a wedding website to look at wedding gowns and bridesmaids dresses.

Husband strangles his wife to death because she was addicted to Facebook

A man has killed his wife in India after claiming she 'spent days and nights' on Facebook and WhatsApp while ignoring her family.

Why waiting to be Intimate boosts a new relationship

Why waiting to be intimate boosts a new relationship

When the chemistry is undeniable, it might be difficult not to jump each other's bones on the first date.

Sam and Sarah claim they were bitten by bugs
Sam and Sarah claim they were bitten by bugs

Couple appeal for funds for honeymoon on social media

A couple who attempted to fund their second honeymoon have pulled their online appeal after being met with a barrage of negative comments accusing them of begging.

10 Lies you should always tell your partner
10 Lies you should always tell your partner

10 Lies you should always tell your partner

Is honesty really always the best policy when it comes to your relationship? It turns out, telling the truth all the time isn't all it's cracked up to be—specially when it comes to keeping the peace with your spouse.

Why inviting my ex to my wedding was one of the best decisions I could have made

There are some who might balk at the idea of having an ex at their wedding, and it could certainly create some tense moments.

 You must be good friends to be good lovers.
You must be good friends to be good lovers.

Do you show affection to your lover?

No man is self-sufficient and completely independent because we are made to belong, give and receive.

When someone says ‘I need space’

When someone says ‘I need space’

It’s a tale as old as time: You’re getting to know someone, you have great chemistry, and your relationship is blossoming.

10 Compliments women can’t resist
10 Compliments women can’t resist

10 Compliments women can’t resist

Complementing a person you’re romantically interested in can sometimes be tricky business.

If you work on your relationship, it will work
If you work on your relationship, it will work

Are you always blaming your lover?

Human nature is negatively biased, selfish and competitive. We fight for what we want, when and how we want it. If our needs are not met, we tend to blame it on others, especially our lovers who are closest to us.

10 Contradictions men expect from women

10 Contradictions men expect from women

The dating game can be a struggle in general, but even more so when reality doesn't meet the same expectations your guy has of you.

Ways to improve  your dating life ASAP

Ways to improve your dating life ASAP

Being single can be extremely fun and extremely frustrating—sometimes on the same day. So what words would you use to describe your dating life right now? Delighted? Discouraged?

Signs you might be in an emotionally abusive relationship

Physical abuse is easy to recognise, but emotional abuse in a relationship can be more insidious, often going undetected by family members, friends and even victims themselves.

26 Pieces of advice from my dad that all women should hear

Some of the best advice I've ever received has been from my dad, but I didn't quite realize that until I got older. My "all-knowing" father spits out life lessons every other sentence, so I usually respond with an eye roll.

Forge a personal bond with your mother-in-law
Forge a personal bond with your mother-in-law

Are you a good daughter-in-law?

A woman sees anything important to her as an intimate part of herself. A wife, therefore, has greater emotional bond to her husband as compared to a husband to his wife.

The writer, Shannon and her boyfriend, Josh
The writer, Shannon and her boyfriend, Josh

5 Reasons I'll never marry my boyfriend of 13 years

I picture myself as a lot of things, but a wife isn't one of them.

We've been together for 13 years and we have no intention of getting married. Ever. While many of our friends are tying the knot, we've been busy making other life plans.

Marriage isn't something that we're putting off. It's just something that we've decided not to participate in. Here's why.

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1. It doesn't add anything useful to our lives.

When I think about marriage, I can't think of anything useful that it brings to my life. After 13 years together, Josh and I are already committed to each other. It wouldn't serve as a barrier against breaking up because . . . divorce. It won't make our future children's lives easier to understand because we don't plan on having any. It won't help either one of us become more finan

Signs he’s really unhappy with you

Signs he’s really unhappy with you

Is your significant other coming right out and saying he's unhappy with your relationship? Most likely not. Men are more apt to keep things in or show their displeasure in other ways.

Prince Harry invites ex girlfriends to wedding

Prince Harry has invited his ex-girlfriends to his wedding.

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