When love runs deeper than the surface, it transforms into something extraordinary. Soul-deep love isn't just a feeling. It's a way of being with another person that shapes how we show up in the world ...

When a couple builds a relationship over time, they fall into certain patterns that are meant to strengthen their connection. Whether it's making time for weekly date nights or going on spontaneous ...

We typically expect people who are coupled up to be in love, but liking each other is a whole different issue. There’s a big difference between couples who love each other and couples who actually ...

New research reveals that surprisingly few people consider their partners as friends. Those who do, however, have much more satisfying relationships. Here’s why. In total, just 36% chose to include ...

Ben and Anna are in love. That’s nice. But what really warms my heart is that they make each other laugh. This is a good foundation. Dear friends, I was one of Ben and Anna’s teachers in their ...

In an April 2025 study from the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, researchers asked 940 adults in romantic relationships to name their seven closest friends. However, they left one thing ...

A longtime couple wonders if emotional distance and quiet sadness are now permanent fixtures in their marriage.