What do shared positive experiences shape my relationship? Shared positive experiences within a relationship make up emotional capital. Emotional capital is the positive emotional investment […] Read More
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Marriage–a beautiful agreement between individuals signifying love, trust, and commitment. Throughout the journey that is marriage, the path is typically one of uncertainty and defying […] Read More
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The investigation of attachment theory tends to lend itself to the discussion of romantic relationships, as they are typically our safe havens in times […] Read More
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While we know that our relationship with our parents shapes the future relationships we build with peers and romantic partners, how does culture and family […] Read More
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Can’t you see that you’re smothering me? Wanting less closeness in a romantic relationship is a real thing that most of us can understand. Just […] Read More
Closeness. A single word with countless definitions and dimensions. Most generally, closeness refers to the degree of interdependence between partners in a relationship. This widely […] Read More