You can't control how other people see you, so needing — or demanding — that someone else understand your perspective has always seemed like a flaw to me. And depending on the approval of others feels ...

Ian Kerner is a licensed marriage and family therapist, writer and contributor on the topic of relationships for CNN. His most recent book is a guide for couples, “So Tell Me About the Last Time You ...

Deep true intimacy is crucial in building a lasting relationship because it forms the foundation of trust, vulnerability, and connection between two individuals. When we allow ourselves to be truly ...

In today’s hyper-connected world, where physical intimacy often becomes routine, many couples are discovering an unexpected path to deeper connection – planned periods of abstinence. This approach, ...

In a society with sexual imagery everywhere, true, sustained intimacy is a rarity. Ironically and paradoxically, the more society celebrates sexual liberation, the more elusive genuine intimacy ...

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 ...

Intimacy in a romantic relationship is about feeling emotionally connected and supported by your partner, mentally and physically. You share a special and unique bond. Real intimacy involves both ...

Trying to maintain an intimate relationship with a narcissist can be incredibly exasperating and often seems pointless. No ...

The historian Lawrence Stone once quipped, “Sex takes place mainly in the head,” a provocative reminder of the profound psychological, emotional and cultural dimensions that shape human sexuality.