Research conducted by Buss and colleagues illustrates a universal preference for kindness in romantic partners across various cultures, suggesting kindness is crucial for long-term relationships.
As a young father, my wife rightfully assailed me—on many occasions—for failing to enforce our mutually agreed upon 'time out plan' for reining in our children when they broke the rules.
Now in his forties, Nico stays connected to his parents through calls and support... But he hasn't visited in years. "If I talk about the pain, it might bleed too much," he said.