Bite the Fruit — Relationship Health

Sexy September is the challenge to have sex with your partner every day for the entire month of September. Yes, thirty days of physical intimacy! Five reasons to participate in Sexy September: There are probably hundreds of reasons for upping your sex life. We’ve narrowed down five of our favorites that might persuade you to join the Sexy September challenge. Rekindles passion and romance Research shows that having sex more often can actually increase sex drive and libido levels in some people. That means, the more sex you have, the more sex you want. After engaging in sex on a...

  Intimacy isn’t limited to the bedroom. It encompasses a variety of ways people connect, physically and emotionally. Intimacy in relationships doesn’t come naturally for everyone. Some have a difficult time expressing intimacy in their relationships. Everyone at some point experiences intimacy issues. Studies suggest that some may express and experience intimacy differently than others and may be more prone to certain types of intimacy challenges.  Satisfaction in relationships is rooted in intimacy or the experience of closeness and connection. This is typically achieved through self-disclosure, mutual trust and validation, empathy, and acceptance. Communication and effectively expressing emotions are necessary...

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...