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Dating, breakups, marriage, friendships and family – our relationships with people can range from pleasant to complex. We discuss it all here.

4 things to consider when buying your first house with a partner

4 things to consider when buying your first house with a partner

As one of the biggest financial investments you'll make, here's what to consider when purchasing your first house with your partner.

'Can't stay long': How to deal with friends who won't make time for you

‘Can’t stay long’: How to deal with friends who won’t make time for you

Do you have a friend that says they “can’t stay long” every time you catch up? It’s surprisingly common, and here’s how you can deal with them.

Do you really need a best friend?

Do you really need a ‘best friend’?

The concept of having a singular ‘best friend’ is pervasive in Western culture, but is having a BFF imperative for connection and fulfillment?

How to get over an ex or former friend

How to get over an ex or former friend, according to a therapist and friendship expert

With gentle self-inquiry and reflection, break-ups can teach valuable lessons about ourselves and what we want from our connections.

Joint bank accounts are dead: Why women don’t want to share their money

Joint bank accounts are dead: Why women don’t want to share their money

A huge attitude shift – driven by women – is underway when it comes to sharing finances or keeping them separate from their partner.

Attachment styles in relationships: what are they and which one are you?

Attachment styles in relationships: what are they and which one are you?

Have you struggled with relationships in the past? It could stem from your attachment style. Here's how to find out which one you are.

7 relationship red flags you should never ignore

7 relationship red flags you should never ignore

If you’re unsure about your new relationship, read on to discover the seven relationship red flags you should never sweep under the rug.

How to forgive someone who isn't sorry

How to forgive someone who isn’t sorry

Knowing that forgiving others is good for us is one thing, but it’s quite another to put into practice. Here’s some tips on how you can start.

A reason, a season, a lifetime: Coming to terms with how a friendship can end

A reason, a season, a lifetime: Coming to terms with how a friendship can end

Whether a friendship has lasted a long time or a short time, it's truly upsetting when it ends. Here's a way you can come to terms with it.