Elizabeth Laura Nelson

Is it better to be alone than to be in a miserable relationship?

Yes, a lot of parents are assholes. But you know what? A lot of people are assholes; some of them happen to have kids, some don’t. I can’t speak for all parents, and I wouldn’t want to try. But speaking as one particular person with kids, here’s what I wish my childfree friends would understand…

How far should love go?

The thing is, when you fight with your partner, it’s your amygdala that takes over. It's the part of the brain that processes fear, and it’s powerful.

Real self-care: Forget pedicures and bubble baths.

Being a parent isn’t everything.

Is it possible that talking about your relationship less could actually be the key to making it better? Sometimes, stop talking and just let yourselves be.

Go ahead. Give in to the misery.

Sexless marriage? Couples therapists estimate that around 20 percent of marriages are sexless. Don’t give up without giving these ideas a try.

A low libido doesn’t have to be a clinically diagnosable condition in order for it to be a problem.