“I statements” can help reduce conflict and defensiveness — even if you feel silly while using them. By Catherine Pearson Imagine telling your partner a story. You’re just getting to the good part — ...

In any long-term partnership, it's common for a trivial skirmish to become a months or even years-long battle. Almost half, 45%, of Americans in serious relationships say they argue multiple times a ...

Effective communication is the cornerstone of any successful relationship. It involves not only talking but also deliberate word choices that allow both partners to understand and be understood.