Exercising Together Can Improve Your Relationship, New Study Shows
Exercising together is a way to improve the strength of your relationship, according to research.Karolina Grabowska. It's not uncommon for people to set a New Year's Resolution to exercise more and get in shape, but what you may not realize is that there is a benefit to exercising with your partner. According to a new study in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, on days that couples exercise together, they are more satisfied with their relationship. Working out with a partner also makes the workout more enjoyable. If you plan to set a New Year's Resolution to get in shape, why not kill two birds with one stone? Make a commitment to exercise with your spouse or significant other, and watch your relationship improve as your fitness levels skyrocket.
Read full storyThere Are Ways To Shop For Everyone On Your Christmas List, Even If It's Last Minute
As the number of days left before Christmas grows smaller and smaller, many people are scrambling to finish their Christmas shopping. You may dread trying to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list, even if you do understand that gift giving can be a way to show those you love just how much you value the relationship you have with them.
Read full storyMarrying a Narcissist Could Be Full of Challenges
It's no secret that TikTok has brought attention to the issue of narcissistic abuse, with numerous creators disclosing their experiences with dating a narcissist, and eventually moving on and finding happiness. The common theme seems to be that most former significant others of narcissists recommend leaving the relationship, but what about people who end up sticking around with a narcissist and getting married?
Read full storyUsing Gratitude to Improve Your Relationships this Thanksgiving
As Thanksgiving rolls around, we are reminded of the importance of expressing gratitude. Perhaps you're thankful for good health, remaining employed, or making it almost to the end of another year amid a global pandemic. For many of us, we also have a reason to be grateful for our relationships, whether it's with a spouse or significant other or with our closest friends.
Read full storyTikTok's Narcissistic Abuse Community Says It's Impossible to Have a Happy Relationship with a Narcissist: Is It True?
It's no secret that TikTok has taken off as perhaps the most popular social media platform. One of the benefits of TikTok is that it has become a forum for social activism. In fact, a recent study found that TikTok is full of communities that provide a safe place for discussion surrounding various social problems, and people are quickly able to spread their messages using this platform. What's even more encouraging is the fact that many videos that call attention to social issues follow TikTok's rules for video creation, suggesting that users are able to engage in social activism while remaining respectful.
Read full storyWhat It's Like Living With A Narcissist: Identify the Signs
Extreme sensitivity to perceived insults, inability to understand others' needs, and constant need for admiration characterize a narcissist.Michael Kaufmann. The TikTok craze has brought attention to mental health issues, which can have positive effects, like reducing the stigma surrounding mental illness and making people feel less alone in their struggles. One topic that has become particularly popular on the app during 2021 is that of narcissistic abuse. Countless creators have posted advice about dealing with a narcissistic partner, as well as stories of how to escape the abuse, or simply how to identify if your partner may be a narcissist.
Read full storyDomestic Violence: Know the Warning Signs
As the tragic case of the murder of Gabby Petito has dominated recent news headlines during the past few months, the topic of domestic violence has come to the forefront. News stories tell of multiple altercations between Petito and her fiancé Brian Laundrie, including one in which law enforcement was involved after a witness reported Laundrie was slapping Petito, and another in which onlookers observed Petito crying in a restaurant while Laundrie was visibly hostile toward staff.
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