Bite the Fruit — Relationship Health

What are boundaries in a relationship? Boundaries are the emotional, mental, and physical limits that each person sets in a relationship. They define what behaviors are acceptable and what is not. Healthy boundaries allow individuals to maintain their sense of self while being in a relationship, ensuring that neither partner feels overwhelmed, drained, or disrespected. In relationships, boundaries can be: Physical: These relate to personal space, touch, and sexual boundaries. Emotional: These pertain to protecting one’s emotions, such as expressing needs and feelings. Mental: These include opinions, values, and ideas. Time: Boundaries around how much time is spent with each...

Whether you’re embarking on a new romance or attempting to strengthen a long-term union, the journey can be filled with unpredictable twists and turns. While all interpersonal relationships are complex, romantic relationships can bring unexpected challenges. The basic building blocks of a happy, healthy relationship are empathy, positivity, and a strong emotional bond. Gathered below are some of the best, most straightforward relationship advice from celebrities (and professionals) who’ve successfully navigated the peaks and valleys of their own relationships. Their words can serve as a guide for our own journeys toward stronger connections and deeper, more profound bonds. Regardless of...

Cultivating connection with your partner is vital to the success of your relationship. Setting time aside, even when time is limited, should be a priority. Feeling disconnected with one's partner is quite common. Couples are constantly assailed by everyday stresses: different work schedules, a new baby, money anxiety, health concerns, job pressures, etc. Sometimes even happy events add to the tension in relationships: planning a wedding, a visit from the in-laws, holiday dinners, etc. Carving out quality time with one's partner becomes another chore to add to a long to-do list. In the back of our minds, we know that...

I want to be in a relationship but I’m not motivated to date Falling in love is one of the best feelings in the world. Being able to share your day-to-day experiences with the person you love is a truly transformative experience. However, the road is often not easy or even enjoyable. Dating can be rough. Not everyone is lucky in love. Some of us have to kiss a few frogs before we meet the right person. If you’ve ever experienced heart-break, you’ll understand how that can affect your self-esteem and make you question if you’ll ever find love again....

You’re at home on a work night. Your partner had a brutal day and needs to vent. “My boss was a jerk,” your partner says, “and I feel like none of my colleagues like me.”“I have an idea,” you respond. “Maybe you should organize a happy hour to clear the air.”“You’re not listening. My boss is just a jerk, plain and simple. I’ve tried being nice, and it’s impossible with her. Nobody in the office gets this kind of treatment.”“I hear you. I’m just trying to help. And if you organize that happy hour, you might—”“Stop trying to help me...