Personality

The Best of 2011

As the year ends, we remember some of our favorite and most popular blogs of 2011. Dating, relationship, and sex advice – read more about the latest research.

How your attractiveness affects your perception of others

Have you ever been to a bar or other social hangout and been approached by someone who just doesn’t get the hint that you’re not interested? Conversely, have you felt that that you were doing everything you can to send an “ask-me-for-my-number” signal to no avail? Why do we have such difficulty in accurately reading sexual cues from others?

How can you tell if someone is interested?

Studies show that most people are really bad at knowing who is attracted to them. Although human attraction is a complex issue, psychologists have made a few steps in helping to solve this riddle. Read on.

“I love you this many quid worth.”

“Presents are the best way to show someone how much you care. It is like this tangible thing that you can point to and say, ‘Hey man, I love you this many dollars-worth.’” – Michael Scott, from the American version of “The Office”

How true is this quote? Is it really the thought that counts, or deep down are you placing a dollar amount on your relationship?

What Type of Flirt Are You?

You can learn a lot about someone by how they flirt, including someone’s personality, attitudes and beliefs about courtship, self-presentation tendencies, and even past relationship behaviors. Knowing a potential partner’s flirting style may make it easier to determine if their dating attitudes and beliefs are similar to yours.

Equality in the Bedroom (and why it matters)

In the second of the female sexuality series, I ask, what part does equality play when it comes to a satisfying sex life? Read on to find out about the importance of equality with your partner and 7 Do’s and Dont’s to making the bedroom more harmonious.

How to Look on the Brightside

Are you as sick of celebrity infidelity news items as I am? Read on to learn how we can take a stand and celebrate the good people around us instead of concentrating on the duds.

To Err is Human; to Forgive, Divine

A long history of research has shown the power of forgiving. It benefits the transgressor and the victim. One of the things that research has been showing recently is that forgiveness isn’t the same across all relationships and can have big impacts on the entire family.

I am a Success Story (and you can be too!)

Read on to discover how losing focus can help you to find what you’re looking for.

Everybody Loves Lucy

Lessons from an adorable puppy. Find out how your past relationships and current expectations impact the way you you treat others and the way other treat you.