“Love is the biggest predictor of human happiness,” says psychologist Arthur Aron. “More so than wealth or success. Relationship quality is even a bigger predictor of human health than smoking or obesity.” How do you view your love life? As wedding anniversaries roll around, do you reflect on your marriage—examine how your love has deepened, […]
“Love is the biggest predictor of human happiness,” says psychologist Arthur Aron. “More so than wealth or success. Relationship quality is even a bigger predictor of human health than smoking or obesity.” How do you view your love life? As wedding anniversaries roll around, do you reflect on your marriage—examine how your love has deepened, […]
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“I don’t love you anymore. I’m not sure I ever did. I’m moving out. The kids will understand. They’ll want me to be happy.” What would you say to your husband of 20 years if he came home with that announcement? Panic, hysteria, threats. All expected. But what about a calm, “I don’t buy it.” […]
Are kids, stress or boredom putting a damper on your libido this Valentine’s Day? Chicago’s own leading sex and relationship expert Dr. Laura Berman is here to help. Dr. Berman is the author of the books “The Passion Prescription” and “Loving Sex,” and has been the go-to “Sexpert” for both Oprah and Dr. Oz. You […]
Let’s discuss Gwyneth Paltrow and her “conscious uncoupling” from husband Chris Martin. She has been given a lot of grief for sharing this new-agey term for her break up, but I say there’s value in her perspective. Recently, the actress announced on her “goop” lifestyle website that she and her rock-star husband of 10 years were separating. The post was promoted to “goop” subscribers via an […]
Dr. Terri Orbuch, relationship expert and author of “5 Simple Steps to Take Your Marriage From Good to Great,” says that seven out of 10 couples report that money is a source of conflict in their relationship.
I left Facebook for four months, and everyone I know got married.
Is your husband watching porn? The truth is that most men do, at least sometimes. The Internet, combined with portable devices like smartphones and tablets, makes access to X-rated sites easy, immediate and private. Online porn is an estimated $2.8 billion business, not to mention the free stuff that’s out there. A whopping 87 percent […]
The Wilmette Theatre turned steamy in June when Sex & the Suburbs brought “Sizzling Couples” to the stage. The expert panel gave plenty of juicy information about how couples can create fulfilling and exciting sex lives. Here are 4 ways to keep the sexual energy flowing in your relationship, including some quick tips you can […]
