In life and love, fear will keep you from getting what you want.

When two people share a home, they both undoubtedly want to feel comfortable there. But there will probably be times when they have opposing desires about what should go on in that space.

Sometimes the egocentric desire to keep score can ruin the enjoyment we get from simply giving to others.

Whether to have children is a very big (and very personal) decision. And it can really get complicated when factoring a partner’s desires into the equation.

Here’s what to do about those home-wrecking “other women.”

A key to a healthy, productive relationship is not learning how to spot the signs of an affair; it is to stop worrying about it.

Only you can determine what you value in life and/or how you behave in order to be “a man” or “a woman.”

When we stop blaming our former partners, and understanding the roles that we played in failed relationships, we may find peace, personal growth and a chance at new love.

You don’t have to like your ex’s new love interest. But by bringing her into scale, you may begin liking yourself again.

If we censor and censure people who say things we don’t want to hear, we may struggle to understand them.

There is a difference between regretted sex and rape.

Divorce is hard on children, but when those children are grown, it can be even harder.

When people “put you down,” they might actually be doing you a favor.

The Queen of Soul says, “Don’t be afraid to grow out of love.”

Want to really mesmerize a man? Smile at him.

If you’re going to pop the question in public, be pretty sure about the answer.

There are no “women’s issues” or “men’s issues,” because what affects you affects the ones you love.

Are you hesitant to get into a relationship because you’re afraid to take a chance on love?

Who is powerful in your relationship?

Being a step-parent is rewarding … and potentially complicated.

Are you accepting of your loved ones – even the unpleasant parts?

If you want to keep your friends and lovers, you will have to strike a balance between what you want and what they ask of you.

Egos play an inevitable role in any healthy relationship. Accept your partner’s and create an environment where both of your egos can peacefully co-exist.

Attraction and rejection are parts of life. The ability to deal with them, especially rejection, is a skill.