All articles tagged with #relationships
A reader asks Dear Abby for help as her fiancé Dustin stays up until 5 a.m. playing video games, neglecting chores and his partner’s companionship. Abby says he doesn’t see the issue, urges the couple to clearly state needs and consider couples counseling, and if there’s no resolution, the reader should consider moving out to avoid a life as a so-called “gaming widow.”
BuzzFeed collects firsthand accounts from 17 grooms who canceled their weddings at the last minute, revealing a wide range of reasons—from communication problems and unpreparedness to financial stress, family pressure, infidelity, and realizing they weren’t ready for marriage. The piece adds to a recent trend of sharing wedding-cancellation stories, offering personal, often surprising insights into why these ceremonies didn’t happen.
A 53-year-old in Mexico City recounts a fall that led to knee arthritis and caregiving by his 29-year-old partner, prompting them to confront how their significant age gap might affect their future. The story also touches on social reactions (like sugar-daddy jokes) and how, despite the age difference, they’ve found connection and resilience as they navigate aging and care together.
Bunnie XO says life after Jelly Roll filed for divorce in May is a “blessing” and she still wants to have a baby; the couple had discussed conceiving via IVF and reportedly lost four embryos, they’ve talked about co-parenting, but it’s unclear if a child would be with Jelly Roll. She’s thriving in her single life, leaning into self-care and hinting that this journey will shape her next book, while noting DM messages inundate her with interest.
Five years after their breakup, a man says his ex wants to reclaim her grandmother’s furniture stored in his basement and that they’ll come to pick it up. He won’t rearrange his schedule or help move it, suggesting only that her brother can collect it. Online readers weigh in on who’s in the wrong in this AITA scenario.
Slate’s How to Do It offers guidance to a sister worried about her sibling’s unprotected hookup and the partner’s creepy behavior. The advisor says to respect Alyssa’s autonomy, avoid pressuring or lecturing, keep lines open for support, and back off the topic to prevent alienation. Offer practical safety steps if she asks (e.g., condoms, STI testing) and seek parental perspective only as needed to inform a compassionate approach.
Madame Clairevoyant’s August 19, 2026 daily horoscope notes early interpersonal tension as the Scorpio moon squares Mercury in Leo, then the Leo sun, advising readers not to assume malice and to respond with proportion and clear boundaries. The Aries and Taurus blurbs illustrate the day’s theme of managing others’ expectations and personal doubts with kindness, while encouraging constructive, thoughtful communication across the signs.
A police incident report shows Hayden Panettiere’s death occurred in Greenville, SC with no signs of trauma or foul play. It states that Brian Hickerson, her former partner, and his brother called 911 from the apartment where she was found, and notes Hickerson’s prior domestic-violence case with Panettiere, whom she described as having a tumultuous relationship with in her memoir while detailing her struggles with addiction and grief.
A divorced man reports surprisingly easy dating and casual sex, but persistent libido and erectile issues emerge. The advice column suggests taking a longer break from sex to reset, checking testosterone levels with a healthcare professional for possible replacement, considering PDE5 inhibitors or a cock ring, and, if needed, pursuing counseling or a sex coach to rekindle arousal and reduce performance anxiety.
A national study of 1,693 newly married U.S. couples found that exercising—whether together or separately—is associated with better communication, fewer serious arguments, and improved conflict resolution compared with couples who don’t exercise; shared exercise showed a somewhat stronger link, but the difference wasn’t statistically significant, so causality can’t be concluded. Walking was a common shared activity, and results held after accounting for demographics. Limitations include cross-sectional data and self-reported activity, meaning longer-term studies are needed. Therapists and marriage educators could consider suggesting shared physical activity as a practical, low-cost way to support relationship skills.
Travis Barker says he and Kourtney Kardashian avoid going to bed angry by resolving even small disagreements and sometimes giving each other space, a rule they credit for keeping their marriage strong as they navigate a blended family and a high-profile romance that began in 2021.
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez reportedly ended her engagement with Riley Roberts more than a year before she began the egg-freezing process, with sources noting she stopped wearing her engagement ring about 18 months earlier; she later discussed starting the egg-freezing journey on Instagram as a path to potential future pregnancy.
Harvard-backed findings show that people who stay happy and healthy in later life share seven habits: four physical (no smoking, regular moderate exercise, healthy weight, and mindful substance use) and three psychological (lifelong learning, effective coping with setbacks, and strong relationships). The key message is moderation and consistency—enjoy a normal healthy diet, stay active without overdoing it, cultivate curiosity, develop coping skills (therapy, meditation, journaling, etc.), and invest in love and close bonds. Per Brooks, you don’t need radical change—start with small, sustainable steps toward moderation, learning, resilience, and connection to age well.
A Tuesday love forecast for all signs centers on retrograde Juno in Capricorn, urging self-reflection and renegotiation of relationship terms. Across the signs, the guidance emphasizes honesty, boundaries, balance, and small, sustainable changes to bring love in line with personal needs and desires.
A Slate Pay Dirt reader explains spending a large share of her budget on GLP-1 medication not covered by insurance, which has improved weight, health, and even career prospects, while her husband views it as an unnecessary luxury. The column reframes the drug as a shared, essential investment in earning power and well-being, suggests checking employer coverage or savings programs, avoiding sketchy online pharmacies, and having a frank conversation about finances. If they can’t find a way to fund it, the marriage may face deeper issues.