He Won’t Put Effort In

For many young people, living in a dorm or a shared apartment is a rite of passage. You’re away from your parents for the first time, and it’s up to you to keep your living environment clean. Many of us also remember the frustration of having a roommate who didn’t do...

Should You Send That Text?

You’ve already sent him three texts. He hasn’t replied. You scroll back through your messages, wondering if you should send one more. Just something to jog his memory and remind him you’re still waiting for his reply—surely it couldn’t hurt? Love is full of moments...

The Relationship “Golden Rule” Is Different

Leia was upset. “He knows how much I care about him, James!” she told me. “Before he left, I told him he could take all the time in the world. I would be here for him. I loved him, and I wasn’t going anywhere.” “And how did he respond?” I asked. From her pained...

From Casual to Committed: The Boring Paradox

Why do most new relationships fail? Because they can’t make it through the Crunch. The Crunch is the transition from having fun together to making a life together. Everyone wants to have fun. Having fun is innately rewarding. But making a life together is only fun...

Dating Dilemma: Are Your Standards Too High?

Look around. Can you spot a single man you’d feel excited about dating? Even if you look on a dating app, it can be hard to muster much enthusiasm. Nearly 1 in 2 adults in the U.S. feel that dating has gotten harder in the last decade.[1] A whopping 3 in 4 singles say...