Bad Relationships

How to get your stuff back after a breakup

Jamie Beckman — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 09:00:00 -0700

You've probably lost a few things to exes in the "custody battle". That haphazard division of possessions in the wake of a breakup is never smooth unless you're dating someone who's obsessive-compulsive, in which case perhaps it's for the best that the relationship ended.

4 Guys you don't need in your life

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 08:19:00 -0800

You’ll meet many guys on your path to finding the one who's right for you, but you should avoid a few types at all cost. They might start out as perfectly decent men while they’re trying to get your attention, but once they show their true colors, you may want to head for the hills. Here are a few of the worst offenders.

8 Signs you're being used for sex

Tristan Coopersmith — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 15:43:00 -0800

You guys hang out, get intimate and then...he leaves. Is his post-sex disappearing act because he's channeling Criss Angel or is he just using you for sex? Read into these 8 signs to find out if he's just in it for the sex.

12 Signs you're in a dead-end relationship

Kori Ellis — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 12:00:00 -0800

If your relationship seems to be going nowhere, it's better to end it sooner rather than later. Knowing for sure that it's time to break up isn't always easy, though. Check for these telltale signs that you are in a dead-end relationship.

Real stories: Cheaters and the women who stay with them

Kori Ellis — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 08:51:00 -0800

Most women believe: "Once a cheater, always a cheater." However, we talked to two women who believe their husbands cheated once and will never do it again.

5 Signs you are letting a man walk all over you

Kori Ellis — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 09:30:00 -0800

Sometimes when you are in a relationship, it's hard to realize what's really happening. Is your man walking all over you? Here are five signs that say he is.

How to tell if it's over

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 30 Dec 2010 06:59:00 -0800

Some things just weren’t meant to be. If your relationship is going south, but you aren’t ready to see it, use our guide for signs that it’s time to face facts.

4 Signs your relationship is going nowhere

Kori Ellis — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 10:00:00 -0700

Are you in a dead-end relationship? Sometimes, it's easy to see the writing on the wall -- but other times, things aren't so clear. We talked to relationship advisor and therapist Dr. Terri Orbuch, author of Five Simple Steps to Take Your Marriage from Good to Great for expert advice and signs your relationship is going nowhere.

I dumped a loser! Real life stories

Kori Ellis — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 05:00:00 -0700

We have all been dumped before, and every once in a while, it's our turn to do the dumping. Here, three real women of varying ages and circumstances tell us how they dumped their losers.

How to end the non-relationship

Tristan Coopersmith — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 05:00:00 -0700

How do you break up with someone you're not actually with? Read on for advice on ending a non-relationship.

Friends with benefits: The next step

Aly Walansky — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 05:00:00 -0700

Friends with benefits: It sounded like a good idea at the time. Problem is, while casual sex works for a lot of guys, girls are usually doomed. Biology makes us crave more. If you want any chance of your booty call turning into a real relationship, here's what you need to know.

Love him or leave him... but stop complaining

Dr. Karen Gail Lewis — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 17:30:00 -0700

You love him, but he's flawed. Profoundly. You can't change him, so what do you do? Take our advice. Today.

What to do when your marriage goes south

Brie Gatchalian — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:58:00 -0700

Marriage is not all sunshine and rainbows. We all know that! But when your relationship flatlines, pulling the plug is not the only solution. We talked to a marriage guru for some tips, then took to the streets and asked real-life couples what they did to save their marriages. Here's what they had to say!

6 Divorce success stories

Brie Gatchalian — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:42:00 -0800

So you married your best friend now you're getting divorced -- now what? As devastating as the idea of divorce sounds, it's not necessarily going to pan out negatively. In fact, we found lots of divorce success stories out there. We don't know what the ratio is with divorce success stories versus non-successes. But it's safe to say, there is light at the end of the tunnel, according to these divorcees...

10 Things every woman should demand from a man

Tristan Coopersmith — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 14:15:00 -0800

Each woman has her own completely legitimate set of criteria - can't have back hair, must have health insurance, should have twins running in his family, loves to rollerskate, is George-Clooney charming, prefers wine to beer and so on. But there are certain conditions beyond honesty, respect and good communication that every woman, no matter what your taste in men, deserves to have in her life's co-pilot. Here's a checklist for what you should demand from your man.

4 Relationship traps to watch out for

Brie Gatchalian — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:07:00 -0800

Being in love often pulls a veil over your better judgment. But if you know the signs, you can spot a d-bag before he strikes. Here are some relationship traps to watch out for and how to remedy them.

Is it OK to get back together after a breakup?

Brie Gatchalian — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:40:00 -0800

Maybe it was a commitment issue. Maybe it was timing. Maybe he was just an arrogant jerk. Whatever your reason for breaking up with your ex-BF, always consider these tips before you get back together.