Friendship is the best basis for a lasting, healthy relationship. Sounds great, right? But if you already have the friendship part down pat and are looking to turn that friendship into a romantic relationship, it can be harder than you might think... Read More

I may be a woman, but I think I understand the stress that men go through: asking a woman out for the first time is an incredibly nerve-wracking experience. From what I hear, your palms get sweaty, your vision gets blurry... and all you want to do... Read More

We all make bad decisions in dating. Maybe we go out with the slick-and-handsome co-worker who we know we shouldn’t take seriously. Or we try to create a real relationship with a person who, deep down, we know won’t make us happy. This tendency... Read More

Red Flag 1: He or she has nothing nice to say about others This common little trait can be amusing for awhile-- especially if your date is clever or funny about insulting the waiter... or the band... or your mutual friend. But if you notice a common... Read More

You might think your new boyfriend or girlfriend is the best thing since sliced bread. They treat you nice, they make you laugh, and you have a great time together. But for some reason, your parents don't like your partner. And, in typical parent... Read More

1. Make it a cozy space Sure, clean lines and simple designs can be relaxing and easy on the eye. But if you’re trying to be a little seductive, being in a sparsely decorated room can feel sort of like making love in a hospital. Instead, make the... Read More

Many of us use debt as the means to finance our lifestyle, and unless you win the lottery or inherit a windfall, you’ll be in debt for the rest of your life. Here are some pointers to start you on the path to financial health. 10. Make a budget... Read More

We’ve all had a long-term relationship that suffered a painful ending, or perhaps just stalled and failed. One of the worst things you can do after a failed relationship is to dwell on it. Sure, you’ll spend time thinking about your ex, about what... Read More

Aromatherapy is the practice of using volatile plant oils to affect one’s physical and mental well being. Normally extracted from plant materials through distillation, volatile plant oils, also known as essential oils, carry the distinctive scent... Read More

1. Hybrid and Alternative Fuel Vehicles As the price of gas rises along with the average temperature of the Earth, according to some scientists, all of us are becoming more and more aware of the impact our vehicles have on the environment. Hybrid and... Read More