Dating
Space heater
You Don’t Necessarily Need to Leave Your House to Have a Hot Date Night
Our garage bar invigorated our marriage. For you, maybe it’s the living room floor.
By Katie Arnold-Ratliff
Love
6 Questions to Ask Yourself If You’re Considering an Open Relationship
A therapist explains how to know if it's right for you.
By Marie Southard Ospina
Love
8 Relationship Green Flags You Should Definitely Pay Attention To
They give you space and stick to their word.
By Amanda Chatel
That’s a no for me dawg
Everyone Has Relationship Deal-Breakers. Here’s How to Identify Yours
Plus the best, non-awkward ways to bring them up.
By Jenna Ryu and Kasandra Brabaw
Love
Are You Dealing With a Narcissist or Just an Asshole?
There’s a difference between insensitive behavior and straight up manipulation.
By Samantha Vincenty
How to Navigate Dating When You’re Immunocompromised
Anyone who shames you for protecting your health isn’t worth your time.
By Korin Miller
Love
4 Signs of Toxic Jealousy You Should Never Ignore
There’s a difference between caring and controlling.
By Jenna Ryu
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No we’re talkin’
18 Ways to Get Really, Really Good at Phone Sex
Don’t let a little awkwardness stop you—it can be so, so worth it.
By Sofia Barrett-Ibarria and Patia Braithwaite
Moment of truth
Your Partner Lied to You. Here’s How to Trust Them Again.
Resist the urge to keep checking their texts.
By Jenna Ryu
How to Talk to Someone You’re Newly Dating About Your Bipolar I Diagnosis
Talking about your mental health can be hard, but there are real benefits to being open.
By Korin Miller
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Culture
64 Great Gifts for Boyfriends
Whether you’re shopping for something sexy, sensible, or sentimental.
64 slides
By Sarah Madaus and Tasneem Anjarwalla
So far, so good
How to Keep Your Long-Distance Relationship Healthy, Happy, and Hot
It does take work, but it can absolutely be worth it.
By Samantha Vincenty
Love
You Don’t Need ‘Liquid Courage’ to Have Good Sex
Take it from someone who’s sober and more satisfied than ever.
By Tawny Lara
Love
If Being Single Around the Holidays Makes You Feel Super Lonely, You’re So Not Alone
Even if you’re fine with your relationship status during the rest of the year.
By Hannah Smothers
Love
3 Things to Do When the Sex Was Really Bad
Sometimes you have to work out some kinks.
By Cathryne Keller
Love
Can't Decide If You Should Break Up With Your Partner? Ask Yourself These Questions.
Feeling conflicted or obligated is totally normal.
By Sharon Kwon, LCSW
Love
How to Actually Meet Someone Without Dating Apps
In case they’re sucking your soul.
By Amanda Chatel
Love
How to Know if It’s Love—or Just Infatuation
Experts say the signs are anything but subtle.
By Katie Arnold-Ratliff
Love
We Asked People What Makes a Kiss (Really) Good
Butt grabbing and strategic tongue, for two.
By Nikki Campo and Gigi Engle
Love
Which Dating App Is Right for You?
It depends on why (and where) you’re swiping.
By Samantha Vincenty and Patia Braithwaite
Love
15 Signs You’re on the Wrong Side of a Rebound Relationship
A recent breakup isn’t necessarily one.
By Samantha Vincenty
Love
How to Work Around a Language Barrier During Sex
Alexa, translate Portuguese: You’re really sexy.
By Suzannah Weiss