Here’s why emotional maturity, insight, self-control and communication skills can sometimes mask a deeper fear of closeness.

It’s not that communication techniques are inherently bad. The better ones are like the better diet tips (eat less, move more) — speak respectfully, listen attentively. But they’re unhelpful because ...

Dear Readers: Letter writer “Single By Choice” asked for advice relating to his choice to swear off dating after an erectile dysfunction diagnosis. Many responses poured in. What struck me about every ...

Building a lasting relationship requires more than just sharing a living space and daily routines. The foundation of true intimacy lies in meaningful communication that helps partners understand each ...

Even though they're usually pitted at two different points on the spectrum of romantic love, according to a study from the ...

The moment when a relationship shifts toward intimacy represents one of the most significant transitions two people can experience together. This delicate phase requires careful consideration, open ...

Intimacy in a relationship is not just about physical closeness—it is about feeling alive, content, and, at the same time, vulnerable. It is that deep emotional connection that makes you feel truly ...

Some of the most painful moments in relationships stem from subtle communication habits that protect instead of connect. Here are two that can slowly push partners apart. Emotional distance in ...

Sexting apps and sites have become a normal part of how people connect today. They no longer serve only as tools for private ...

Four examples—literary, biographical, autobiographical and contemporary—illustrate the significance of intimacy as a cultural ideal and why, despite our deep longing for it, intimacy remains elusive ...