James Michael Sama is an internationally recognized speaker, author, and relationship coach. He is a go-to expert with ...

It happens to most of us. Conflict is a part of every relationship. 1 When things get tense, we tend to question everything, especially whether the connection has what it takes to go the distance. So, ...

Do you walk around resenting your partner? Do you dread coming home from work as much as, if not more than, going to work? Are you too tired for date night, much less the sex that might follow? When ...

Most people have a good idea of what they need, but often fail to recognize whether or not they’re actually getting it in their relationship. However, with psychological insight, there are a few ...

Boundaries help you protect your own energy while giving your partner a better idea of your needs. Here are examples of boundaries you can set.

Psychologists say a boundary isn’t about controlling someone else. It’s about setting up rules for your own behavior.

The following essay is reprinted with permission from The Conversation, an online publication covering the latest research. As Americans become more polarized, even family dinners can feel fraught, ...

Romantic red flags and dramatic betrayals get a lot of attention (rightfully so). But it’s often the everyday bad relationship habits that quietly drive couples apart. Compared to the biggies like ...