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The research is clear: Good friendships help us stay happy and healthy. Unfortunately, as years pass, they become harder to maintain, although these proven steps can keep them strong.
February 11, 2026 at 9:52 PM
The research is clear: Good friendships help us stay happy and healthy. Unfortunately, as years pass, they become harder to maintain, although these proven steps can keep them strong.
Real sexual compatibility is less about performance and more about mindfulness and presence. Here's what couples who report high sexual satisfaction are doing differently.
February 11, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Real sexual compatibility is less about performance and more about mindfulness and presence. Here's what couples who report high sexual satisfaction are doing differently.
On surveys, women typically claim that they find intelligence highly attractive. But new research suggests it's not necessarily intelligence that turns them on, just this one aspect of it. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/out-...
Why Intelligent Men May Not Be as Attractive as We Think
Seeming smart may help more than actually being smart.
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February 10, 2026 at 9:52 PM
On surveys, women typically claim that they find intelligence highly attractive. But new research suggests it's not necessarily intelligence that turns them on, just this one aspect of it. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/out-...
It's important for children to learn how to follow the rules and behave. At the same time, they also need to be able to speak up for their safety and values and for those around them—essential skills in adulthood
February 10, 2026 at 5:21 PM
It's important for children to learn how to follow the rules and behave. At the same time, they also need to be able to speak up for their safety and values and for those around them—essential skills in adulthood
Just a few daily habits, experts increasingly believe, can powerfully improve our routines, our behavior, and our life choices. Start with these three.
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3 Keystone Habits That'll Change Your Life
3. The One Honest Conversation Rule.
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February 6, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Just a few daily habits, experts increasingly believe, can powerfully improve our routines, our behavior, and our life choices. Start with these three.
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/soci...
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/soci...
Just a few daily habits, experts increasingly believe, can powerfully improve our routines, our behavior, and our life choices. Start with these three. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/soci...
3 Keystone Habits That'll Change Your Life
3. The One Honest Conversation Rule.
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February 6, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Just a few daily habits, experts increasingly believe, can powerfully improve our routines, our behavior, and our life choices. Start with these three. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/soci...
How can you figure out what you truly want in life? From the recent issue of the magazine, here's how to find your purpose. www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/...
February 5, 2026 at 9:52 PM
How can you figure out what you truly want in life? From the recent issue of the magazine, here's how to find your purpose. www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/...
Narcissists often resort to "dry begging," an indirect way of voicing their needs or desires without outright stating them, to manipulate others into giving them more attention or appreciation. Here's how to recognize the patterns in your relationships. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/soci...
3 Ways Narcissists Get What They Want
1. Broadcasting their martyrdom.
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February 5, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Narcissists often resort to "dry begging," an indirect way of voicing their needs or desires without outright stating them, to manipulate others into giving them more attention or appreciation. Here's how to recognize the patterns in your relationships. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/soci...
Highly defensive people may treat even minor criticism as a major attack. Understanding what drives them can help others respond effectively and maintain important relationships.
February 4, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Highly defensive people may treat even minor criticism as a major attack. Understanding what drives them can help others respond effectively and maintain important relationships.
People rarely have a good sense of their own level of physical attractiveness. This is why—and what it means for them. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/dati...
Do You Know How Attractive You Really Are?
We agree more on who's attractive than on who isn't.
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February 4, 2026 at 5:21 PM
People rarely have a good sense of their own level of physical attractiveness. This is why—and what it means for them. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/dati...
Music is known to lower stress and dampen the immune response, which improves mood and cognition. New studies show that, at least for mice, it may also affect gut microbes.
February 3, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Music is known to lower stress and dampen the immune response, which improves mood and cognition. New studies show that, at least for mice, it may also affect gut microbes.
One of the most effective ways to restore willpower isn't by trying harder but by entering a state of flow. Here's how nature, art, and intuition can help.
February 3, 2026 at 5:21 PM
One of the most effective ways to restore willpower isn't by trying harder but by entering a state of flow. Here's how nature, art, and intuition can help.
Many of us fear we’ll inevitably develop dementia as we age, but the research argues that we shouldn't—especially if we adopt habits that benefit both heart health and brain health.
February 2, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Many of us fear we’ll inevitably develop dementia as we age, but the research argues that we shouldn't—especially if we adopt habits that benefit both heart health and brain health.
The most satisfied, most committed couples understand that their connection is built not at big events but in essential everyday micro-moments that seal their bond. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/soci...
The 3 Moments That Matter Most in Relationships
2. Moments of shared silence.
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February 2, 2026 at 5:21 PM
The most satisfied, most committed couples understand that their connection is built not at big events but in essential everyday micro-moments that seal their bond. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/soci...
Disconnection begins the moment we stop being present. It might start with a busy life—new jobs, kids, or endless to-do lists. Here's how to get back that emotional intimacy again.
February 1, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Disconnection begins the moment we stop being present. It might start with a busy life—new jobs, kids, or endless to-do lists. Here's how to get back that emotional intimacy again.
"The happiest people aren't necessarily those who have figured out their grand purpose in life. They are the ones who have found meaningful ways to connect with others through activities that bring them joy." Here's why.
February 1, 2026 at 5:21 PM
"The happiest people aren't necessarily those who have figured out their grand purpose in life. They are the ones who have found meaningful ways to connect with others through activities that bring them joy." Here's why.
About 60 percent of women, of all ages, say they have faked an orgasm, and experts continue to debate whether the pretending can ever be good for relationships. Here's what the research suggests. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/ever...
The Secret Reasons Why Many Women Fake Orgasms
Personal and cultural reasons that may or may not erode trust.
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January 31, 2026 at 9:52 PM
About 60 percent of women, of all ages, say they have faked an orgasm, and experts continue to debate whether the pretending can ever be good for relationships. Here's what the research suggests. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/ever...
Attraction may open the door, but long-term love is built on respect, shared direction, and emotional depth. Here’s why slowing down and choosing carefully matters more than chemistry alone. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...
4 Criteria for Choosing a Lifelong Partner
If a partner doesn't meet all four of these standards, they may not be right for you.
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January 31, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Attraction may open the door, but long-term love is built on respect, shared direction, and emotional depth. Here’s why slowing down and choosing carefully matters more than chemistry alone. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...
Why do people decide to stick with a partner or to walk away? New research identified thousands of reasons to stay and found that, at the moment of truth, almost all are irrelevant.
January 30, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Why do people decide to stick with a partner or to walk away? New research identified thousands of reasons to stay and found that, at the moment of truth, almost all are irrelevant.
Adults with the pressure of careers, responsibilities, and societal expectations often forget what they knew as children: meaning is found in the simple, joyful moments of everyday life. Here are 3 ways to reclaim that sense of purpose.
January 30, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Adults with the pressure of careers, responsibilities, and societal expectations often forget what they knew as children: meaning is found in the simple, joyful moments of everyday life. Here are 3 ways to reclaim that sense of purpose.
Wake up and can't fall back to sleep? Try box breathing and bilateral stimulation. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...
Why You Wake Up at 3 a.m., and How to Go Back to Sleep
Instead of freaking out, remember that it's normal.
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January 29, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Wake up and can't fall back to sleep? Try box breathing and bilateral stimulation. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...
Many of us fear we’ll inevitably develop dementia as we age, but the research argues that we shouldn't—especially if we adopt habits that benefit both heart health and brain health. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulf...
Why Your Brain May Be Healthier Than You Realize
Aiding your blood flow can ward off the worst of aging.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Many of us fear we’ll inevitably develop dementia as we age, but the research argues that we shouldn't—especially if we adopt habits that benefit both heart health and brain health. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulf...
Highly successful individuals cultivate a mindset that embraces mistakes as a necessary part of learning, leading them to take bold but calculated leaps into the unknown. This is how they do it.
January 28, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Highly successful individuals cultivate a mindset that embraces mistakes as a necessary part of learning, leading them to take bold but calculated leaps into the unknown. This is how they do it.
A rough childhood can disrupt the healthy development of trust and self-esteem, potentially leaving someone prone to self-blame and worries that others are upset with them. Here's how they can heal.
January 28, 2026 at 5:21 PM
A rough childhood can disrupt the healthy development of trust and self-esteem, potentially leaving someone prone to self-blame and worries that others are upset with them. Here's how they can heal.
The ability to “tolerate” mistreatment can look like strength. However, it’s also a kind of kryptonite. Here's a healthier approach to take when someone hurts your feelings. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mean...
The Power of Saying “Ouch”
An honest reaction signals you'll stand up for yourself.
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January 27, 2026 at 9:52 PM
The ability to “tolerate” mistreatment can look like strength. However, it’s also a kind of kryptonite. Here's a healthier approach to take when someone hurts your feelings. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mean...