Relationships Archives

Deciding to Marry: Things to Consider Before Tying the Knot

How do you know when you’re ready to get married? What are some things to consider before deciding to tie the know with your partner? Getting married is a big decision, and since half of marriages end in divorce, many people don’t approach it with the seriousness it warrants. Before deciding to marry, you and your partner should be clear and upfront about your expectations to avoid surprises down the road. Here’s how to navigate deciding to marry, according to dating coach Logan Ury.

Richard Cooper: Understanding the “Red Pill Rage”

What does Richard Cooper mean by “red pill rage”? What truth does the red pill represent? In his book The Unplugged Alpha, Richard Cooper describes a phenomenon he calls “red pill rage.” By this, he means the anger some men experience when they swallow the red pill—the hard, cold truth about society and dating. Here’s why swallowing the proverbial red pill results in rage, according to Cooper.

How Do You Know When Your Relationship Is Over?

It’s great if you find someone you want to spend your life with—but what if you aren’t sure that this person is the one? How do you know when your relationship is over? Staying in a relationship that’s no longer working for you is the direct route to unhappiness. On the other hand, ending a relationship prematurely because the initial high has worn off is also not a good idea. In this article, we’ll discuss the challenges of ending a relationship and how to make that process as painless as possible—if you decide that’s the right thing to do.

How a Lack of Confidence in Dating Can Hinder You

Do you lack confidence in dating? Why is it a bad idea to delay serious dating? Some people want to date, but they don’t feel confident enough to start doing it. They repeatedly insist that they’ll start dating when X or Y happens—whether X is financial stability or a better haircut. Dating coach Logan Ury refers to such people as “hesitators.” Here’s why delaying dating is a bad idea, according to Logan Ury.

What to Look for in a Relationship: The 3 Best Qualities

Why do so many people end up in suboptimal relationships? What qualities should you look for in a potential partner to maximize your chances of having the relationship you want? There are two reasons people struggle to look for the right qualities in a romantic partner. First, we tend to prioritize immediate benefits over future benefits. Second, we assume that whatever gets our attention is more important than what doesn’t. When dating, these tendencies make us pursue the wrong people. Here’s what to look for in a relationship to increase your chances of finding a long-term partner.

Types of Women to Avoid Dating: Advice for Alphas

What kind of women should you avoid dating? What are some red flags you should look out for in the women you date? Dating the wrong woman can bring a host of problems into your life. As such, every man must learn how to identify whether a woman is bad for him. To that end, Richard Cooper, the author of The Unplugged Alpha, presents several warning signs that you should look out for when dating. Keep reading for the types of women to avoid, according to Cooper.

How to End a Long-Term Relationship That’s No Longer Working

Why do people stay in relationships that are no longer working? How do you end a long-term relationship as kindly as possible? Many people drag out relationships they know aren’t working because they’ve already invested time into the relationship. But in doing so, they forfeit the time they could be spending building a better relationship with someone else. With this in mind, here’s how to end a long-term relationship that’s not serving you anymore.

Is Dating Someone Just Like You a Good Idea?

Do people with similar personalities get along? Why is it a bad idea to date someone similar to you in every way? Dating someone just like you may seem like a good idea, but it’s not. A relationship between similar personalities has no room for growth. Instead, you should look for someone who has a complementary personality—similar enough to get along yet different enough to challenge you. Here’s why dating your like is a bad idea.

Richard Cooper: Are Humans Monogamous by Nature?

Are humans monogamous? And if we aren’t biologically monogamous, why is modern society structured as though we are? According to Richard Cooper, monogamy is a toxic lie that we’ve been led to believe. Both men and women are highly promiscuous, but this promiscuity manifests differently in the sexes due to their different biological goals. Here’s why monogamy is a lie, according to Richard Cooper.

Love and Forgiveness: C. S. Lewis on How People Treat Others

Do you treat people the way you want them to treat you? Do you forgive those who hurt you? The Bible calls people to love both their neighbors and their enemies. This love includes God’s spirit of forgiveness. In Mere Christianity, C. S. Lewis discusses these Christian virtues that inform how we regard and treat people. Read more to understand Lewis’s view on Christian love and forgiveness.