How to break up with someone you're not officially dating
Even if you weren't officially dating someone, it's still important to end things respectfully. Talk to the person soon after you've made up your mind and try to do it face to face. Be honest, kind,...
View Article8 things to know about dating an empath, the opposite of a narcissist
Empaths have been referred to as "emotional sponges" who are essentially the opposite of a narcissist. Empaths typically aren't fans of small talk or sarcasm.Empaths tend to value alone time and may...
View Article7 signs you're in a parasitic relationship with your partner
Sometimes it can be difficult to tell if your relationship is parasitic while you're still in it.INSIDER spoke with a relationship expert to find out what signs may mean you're in a parasitic...
View ArticleThese are the 11 most common reasons people get divorced, ranked
While the divorce rate is declining, it is still relatively common.With the help of INSIDER's Data team and a study done by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), we've ranked the...
View ArticleWhat to do if the person you're seeing isn't ready for a relationship
Getting into a new relationship can be difficult when you and your partner aren't on the same timeline.INSIDER spoke with a relationship expert to find out what to do when your partner isn't ready for...
View ArticleThe most surprising divorce law in 21 US states
Divorce laws vary in every state. In some states, like Utah, separating from your spouse can be a quick affair. In others, like California, divorce can be drawn out for months.In Texas, many courts in...
View ArticleNaomi Campbell and Liam Payne have allegedly been dating for 2 months
Naomi Campbell has reportedly been seeing One Direction star Liam Payne for two months.Payne split up from singer Cheryl last year. Liam has apparently "raved to friends" about his new love, but fears...
View ArticleThe average age people get married in every state
INSIDER's Data team examined the average age of first marriages in every state.Most people across the US are getting married between the ages of 25 and 30. Men are, on average, slightly older when they...
View Article4 types of engagement rings that will be in fashion for 2019
INSIDER recently spoke with runway stylist and jewelry expert Tanya Dukes to learn more about 2019's biggest engagement ring trends.According to Dukes, diamond halos with unique shapes are surging in...
View ArticleHow to tell if the anger you feel towards your partner is healthy or toxic
Anger isn't always a negative emotion.It's actually quite useful for notifying us of injustices.But sometimes it can fester from unresolved issues, and that's when anger isn't so healthy.The main way...
View ArticleWhy love makes you so silly, according to an expert
The love shared by two people is a wonderful thing and it can often prompt individuals to act differently than normal.Usually, acting silly because you're in love is harmless but, sometimes it can be...
View ArticleThe 16 best places to go on your honeymoon, from a secluded Costa Rican...
Online travel agency Five Star Alliance has compiled a list of the world's best hotels and resorts for honeymoons.The locations span the globe from Italy to Indonesia.Most of the destinations on Five...
View ArticleI went to a matchmaker and her advice changed what I look for in a partner
Though it might seem antiquated, the art of matchmaking is entering the modern era.Matchmaking is an alternative option for those who might not be able to online date or meet people in bars or social...
View ArticleHow to decide when to introduce your partner to your family and friends
When you start to date someone new, you might be wondering when the right time is to introduce them to the people closest to you.There are a number of things to consider when you're debating whether or...
View Article6 things you never knew you could put in a prenup, from sex toys to frozen eggs
Prenups, short for prenuptial agreements, are losing their bad reputation and becoming more popular.They help set expectations in the event of a divorce, often including financial clauses involving...
View Article'Stand in the corner and cry' and other pieces of dating advice that failed...
In the 19th and 20th century, there were many books and articles written to offer women advice on how to find a husband. The advice was sometimes questionable, telling women what to say, what to wear,...
View Article9 signs you weren't ready to break up with your ex
Breakups can be difficult, especially when they happen too early.INSIDER spoke with relationship experts about signs that couples weren't ready to break up.If you broke up because of one fight, you...
View ArticleWhy Galentine's Day is patronizing and perpetuates the myth of the sad,...
The concept of Galentine's Day was created by the US TV sitcom "Parks and Recreation."It falls on February 13 and is intended as a day for women to celebrate their female friendships before Valentine's...
View ArticleMy partner and I come from different cultures — here are the main barriers we...
Author Sarah Wells details the “moments of cultural confusion” that have arisen in her relationship with a partner from a different cultural background. Wells, a Vermont native, writes how she and her...
View Article8 reasons why Valentine's Day is the worst
Valentine's Day can be an incredibly expensive holiday to celebrate. Buying expensive jewelry, flowers, and dining at a nice restaurant might not even help your relationship and could even harm it....
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