Elizabeth Laura Nelson

The thing is, when you fight with your partner, it’s your amygdala that takes over. It's the part of the brain that processes fear, and it’s powerful.

No energy at 3PM? The mid-afternoon slump is a well-known phenomenon.

Are you drowning in negativity?

Sexless marriage? Couples therapists estimate that around 20 percent of marriages are sexless. Don’t give up without giving these ideas a try.

Yes, a lot of parents are assholes. But you know what? A lot of people are assholes; some of them happen to have kids, some don’t. I can’t speak for all parents, and I wouldn’t want to try. But speaking as one particular person with kids, here’s what I wish my childfree friends would understand…

Real self-care: Forget pedicures and bubble baths.

Parents — we’re the worst.

Marriage isn’t a game. But playing one can actually help strengthen it. So, game on!

A relationship with a narcissist may start out with butterflies and fireworks...But don’t be fooled: it’s not about you. It’s about them.