New Relationships

Articles about the early stages of romantic relationships and common concerns that arise. Topics include recognising feelings, building trust, pacing and understanding commitment.

Are We Exclusive?

How to talk about exclusivity with your partner and avoid relationship misunderstandings.

Are We Moving Too Fast?

When you're falling for someone, it's easy to rush ahead, but taking time to really know each other prevents heartache down the road.

Building Trust and Bonds

How past hurt and betrayal can block your ability to trust, and what you can do to rebuild stronger relationships.

Commitment

Why commitment means something different to everyone and how to talk about it with your partner.

Dealing with a Parent's New Relationship

Help yourself handle the mix of emotions that come when a parent starts dating someone new.

Does He/She Like Me? The Signs!

Read their body language and words to figure out if they actually like you or if you're reading the signs wrong.

Exploring Casual Relationships

Casual relationships range from one-night stands to ongoing connections without commitment, and they mean different things to different people.

Falling in Love

Falling in love makes you vulnerable, but overcoming those fears brings strength, happiness and real connection.

Getting to Know Each Other

How being yourself and asking the right questions helps you figure out if a new relationship has real potential.

Introducing Your Partner to Family and Friends

Help your partner feel at ease when meeting your family and friends by taking it slow and keeping introductions low-key.

Is It Lust or Love?

Tell the difference between lust and love when you're caught up in those intense early feelings for someone new.

Meeting Your Boyfriends Parents

Tips for making a good first impression when you meet your boyfriend's parents for the first time.

Overcoming Jealousy

Jealousy can destroy your relationship if you don't address it, here's how to figure out why you feel it and what to do about it.

Rebound Relationships

Rushing into a new relationship after a breakup can trap you in a destructive cycle without giving yourself time to heal.

Stages of a Relationship

Most relationships start with euphoria, then reality hits, here's what happens as you move through each stage.