In the Name of Love

Intelligence is often a desirable characteristic in the beloved. Since intelligence has a greater weight in cyber love than in offline romantic relationships, people who value intelligence might seek to initiate, and sometimes even to maintain, romantic relationships in cyberspace.  Read More

Typical gossip is an idle, relaxing activity whose value lies in the activity itself and not the achievement of external ends. It is effortless and, like games, often helps people to relieve their daily tensions. As my high-school literature teacher used to say, "Gossip is not that bad; at least it shows that you are interested in other people."  Read More

We often have to compromise between our need for privacy and our wish to maintain an important close relationship. We cannot be close to someone without revealing some personal, and often private, information about ourselves. Romantic relationships mean sharing, and sharing means relinquishing some privacy. What should lovers prioritize: their openness or their privacy?  Read More

 Quite often, lovers confront some kind of obstacle that prevents them from fulfilling their passionate love. Should such lovers be passionate or patient? It seems that in different circumstances, either characteristic could be essential and it is up to the lover to recognize the circumstance and behave passionately or patiently. Read More