It Takes Two

Infatuation is fun while it lasts, but building a solid relationship takes work—by both parties. If you want to have a long-term union, rough patches are not only inevitable but a springboard for growth. Here's how to keep the bond strong.

The Rules of Relationships

How to build a healthy love life with your spouse.
by Hara Estroff Marano

Affirming the Connection

Your relationship holds you with affection and without judgment.
by James V. Cordova, Ph.D.

The Expectations Trap

Why we're conditioned to blame our partners for our unhappiness.
by Hara Estroff Marano

Beyond Betrayal: Life After Infidelity

Why men and woman cheat. Not all affairs are alike; some are even accidental.
by Frank Pittman

Relationships

Love is the most profound emotion known to human beings. For most people, romantic relationships are the most meaningful element in their lives. But the ability to have a healthy, loving relationship is not innate. Almost all of us have experienced a failed relationship, and most of us have to work consciously to master the skills necessary to make them flourish.

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