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fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Why We Are Afraid to Love Fully and How It Shapes Us

It feels like we are living in a time where the primary relationship skill people learn is how to protect themselves. We are trained to look for red flags, to not be "too trusting," to stay guarded, in control. And sure, some of that is necessary. But we do not realize that we have become very good at protecting ourselves...and very bad at connecting with each other.
Mental health
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

2 Things All Couples Need to Unlearn Before Getting Married

Love alone doesn't sustain marriage; skills, expectations, and repeated management of perpetual differences determine long-term relationship success.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

Middle School Teacher Says 'Let Your Kids Date," and the Internet Is Divided

Banning middle and high schoolers from dating cuts off communication and prevents parental guidance when teens pursue relationships secretly.
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