A Gottman Institute report explains how small everyday responses, stress, and conflict can shape perceived emotional distance between partners.
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“It’s Not That Deep”: The Societal Gaslighting Of Emotional Abuse
A Good Men Project essay argues that dismissive responses can compound emotional abuse, while key claims are presented as commentary rather than new research.
The Most Dangerous Story Is The Only One You Know
A Good Men Project essay revisits Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s warning that one incomplete narrative can shape perceptions of people and communities.
Men Are Being Told To “Stay Single” — And It’s Going To Backfire
A Good Men Project essay argues men should not reject marriage because of online advice, while acknowledging that relationship choices are personal.
Have We Been Thinking About Weaponized Incompetence All Wrong?
The Gottman Institute says household chore disputes labeled weaponized incompetence may be solvable problems—and recommends a specific way to discuss them.
When The Fight Never Ends: Why Most Couple Conflict Isn’t Meant To Be Solved
The Gottman Institute says 69% of couple problems are perpetual, calling for dialogue and understanding rather than expecting every conflict to end.
Breaking Up With Care: 3 Common Mistakes To Avoid
The Gottman Institute advises people ending a relationship to avoid abrupt cutoffs, excessive criticism and ambiguous language.
Men Who Were Raised To Never Complain Usually Say 8 Phrases When Something Is Actually Wrong
Bolde describes eight common phrases that may hide distress in men raised to avoid complaining, but the article is not a clinical test.
How Singapore’s Government-run Dating Service Works
GovTech’s FirstDate pilot uses Singpass, a 30-plus-question questionnaire and mutual agreement before sharing contact details.
India Becomes Hinge’s Second-Largest Market
India is Hinge’s second-largest market by downloads and registrations, prompting Match Group to plan more marketing and add local safety features.
