The Bible has a saying that “Iron sharpens iron” (Proverbs 27:17). “Just as a friend sharpens a friend, so an iron sharpens steel,” the Bible says. Sharpening the edges by rubbing two iron blades ...

Saying “thank you” or showing appreciation is good manners. It also helps your partner feel valued and improves your relationship over time. Researchers have discovered that couples experience ...

Are ultimatums in relationships the best way to get the desired result from someone? Here, experts discuss the effects that can happen when you go this way. In the heat of the moment, tossing out an ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. William Arruda covers personal branding, leadership, and careers. Few would argue that relationships are critical for both ...

Effective relationships involve being authentic and expressing your genuine thoughts and feelings rather than trying to present a certain image of yourself or focusing on pleasing the other person. It ...

Your relationship is drowning in a sea of unspoken complaints, unnoticed efforts, and taken-for-granted daily gestures. You notice every time your partner leaves dishes in the sink but completely ...

Over the years, I have shared a number of persuasion strategies for use in intimate and romantic relationships. For example, I have written about the influential effects of touch on a date or mate.

SMEs are a lucrative audience but their diverse nature means they can be difficult to understand. Robert Gorby, marketing director at Powwownow, offers five tips to improve your relationships with ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...