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10 Subtle Habits Of People Everyone Instantly Respects

10 Subtle Habits Of People Everyone Instantly Respects

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I grew up learning to deal with the sting of others’ disrespect. I believed I was the kind of person for whom disrespect was a part of life. Then, I learned about human behavior and found I could adapt my behavior to encourage deeper self-respect, diminishing the lack of respect I received from others. Here are the subtle habits of people everyone instantly respects: 1. Consistency Prostock-studio / Shutterstock It’s so easy to allow the modern world and all its variety to pull you in new directions continually. Unfortunately, beyond brushing your teeth every day, this means we don’t allow worthy actions to accumulate. Find something to be consistent in that sits at the heart of your work. For me, it’s writing. Your confidence will grow wings on the back of consistency. RELATED: 11 Things That Take Zero Talent But Get You 100% Respect In Any Situation 2. Strong posture Rido / Shutterstock Sit up a fraction. Walk like the King of England just said you have something special about you. Do this even if …

11 Phrases A Narcissist Would Say To Their Partner If They Were Actually Being Honest

11 Phrases A Narcissist Would Say To Their Partner If They Were Actually Being Honest

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One of the most damaging aspects of a narcissist is their unbelievable talent for lying. As masters of twisting the truth, these individuals will truly have their partners believing they have only the purest intentions. Unfortunately for their partners, this is all an act, as narcissists don’t feel empathy, let alone care about anyone outside of their own selfish desires. One can’t help but wonder what a narcissist would say to their partner if they were actually being honest. Would they truly admit to never loving or caring for their partner? Though their partner will likely never get the answers that they seek, there are some common things a narcissist would have said to their partner if they were upfront with them from the beginning. These are 11 phrases a narcissist would say to their partner if they were actually being honest 1. ‘I don’t love you, I love controlling you’ Antonio Guillem | Shutterstock The first phrase a narcissist would say to their partner if they were actually being honest is, “I don’t love …

3 Reasons Why Relationships Become Stagnant

3 Reasons Why Relationships Become Stagnant

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Successful relationships don’t last because two people stay the same. They last because two people continuously choose each other, through every phase, challenge, and transformation. If you don’t actively meet and embrace each other’s growth, your relationship risks becoming outdated—stuck in an old chapter while life continues to rewrite the story. The strongest couples recognize that change is inevitable and make a conscious effort to keep discovering each other. Meanwhile, the relationships that falter often do so because one or both partners expect things to remain the same, resisting the natural evolution of identity, desires, and priorities. So how do you ensure that you and your partner keep growing together rather than apart? It starts with understanding why change happens and how to embrace it. Why Do People Change in Relationships? Human development is a lifelong process; we are not the same people we were five, 10, or 20 years ago. As we move through different seasons of life, our priorities, values, and even personalities shift in response to internal and external forces. Here are …

11 Signs Of Unspoken Mutual Attraction, According To Psychology

11 Signs Of Unspoken Mutual Attraction, According To Psychology

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Having a crush on someone is one of the strangest feelings in the world. On one hand, it’s exciting to feel those butterflies knot up in your stomach as you explore a possible connection with someone. On the other hand, it’s worrisome when you don’t really know how the other person feels. Do they truly feel the same mutual attraction, or is it all in your head? Luckily, psychological research shows that there are signs of unspoken mutual attraction you can look for. From observing how closely they stand in relation to you to watching their reactions in group settings, certain behaviors are difficult to hide when you’re feeling freshly drawn to someone. Here are the 11 signs of unspoken mutual attraction, according to psychology 1. They mirror your behavior Drazen Zigic | Shutterstock Mirroring behavior is a huge sign of connection. According to a study published in Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, when people felt as if they were treated fairly, they naturally wanted to connect more as participants reported liking the person in …

7 Inoffensive Secrets Husbands Should Never Feel Obligated To Tell Their Wives

7 Inoffensive Secrets Husbands Should Never Feel Obligated To Tell Their Wives

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Two partners shouldn’t hide stuff from each other, especially two people who are monogamous and intimate. However, your partner doesn’t need to know your every single waking thought and moment, believe it or not. There are some inoffensive secrets that husbands shouldn’t feel obligated to tell their wives — or won’t tell them unless asked — and that’s okay. A little mystery never hurt the romance — and by mystery, I mean mystery, not infidelity, money problems, or other huge relationship no-nos. The two of you should act as a unit, but this doesn’t mean the two of you should lose your identities within each other. Think of it this way: if you forget who you are, how can you still be the amazing person your partner fell for? Makes sense. Here are the inoffensive secrets husbands should never feel obligated to tell their wives: 1. They got hit on at the grocery Perfect Wave / Shutterstock Do you really need to know about every wink and longing look? No. If you do, you’re insecure and controlling. …

The Download: Introducing the Relationships issue

The Download: Introducing the Relationships issue

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Relationships are the stories of people and systems working together. Sometimes by choice. Sometimes for practicality. Sometimes by force. Too often, for purely transactional reasons. That’s why we’re exploring relationships in this issue. Relationships connect us to one another, but also to the machines, platforms, technologies, and systems that mediate modern life. They’re behind the partnerships that make breakthroughs possible, the networks that help ideas spread, and the bonds that build trust—or at least access. In this issue, you’ll find stories about the relationships we forge with each other, with our past, with our children, and with technology itself. Here’s just a taste of what you can expect: + People are forming relationships with AI chatbots. Some of these are purely professional, others more complicated. This kind of relationship may be novel now, but it’s something we will all take for granted in just a few years.  + Adventures in the genetic time machine. Ancient DNA is telling us more and more about humans and environments long past. Could it also help rescue the future? …

Study identifies predictors of women’s psychological well-being in romantic relationships

Study identifies predictors of women’s psychological well-being in romantic relationships

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A recent study published in the journal Behavioral Sciences has shed light on what contributes to women’s psychological well-being within romantic relationships. Researchers found that feeling satisfied in their relationship, experiencing a good quality of sexual life, possessing empathy, and having children were all linked to higher levels of psychological well-being for women. The motivation behind this research stemmed from the existing understanding that romantic relationships are deeply important for human happiness and health. Previous studies have explored various aspects of relationships and well-being, but this research aimed to provide a more comprehensive picture. Scientists wanted to understand how several interconnected relationship factors, such as the ability to understand and share the feelings of their partner (empathy), the enjoyment and fulfillment experienced in their sexual life, the intensity of romantic love, the sense of closeness and connection with their partner, and the overall stability of the relationship, might influence a woman’s overall psychological health. They noted that while past research had looked at some of these factors individually or in smaller groups, no study had …

11 Behaviors Of Deeply Selfish People Who Will Never Commit

11 Behaviors Of Deeply Selfish People Who Will Never Commit

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Falling in love is an amazing feeling, but you never want to force it. If you’re dating someone who makes you question your relationship status constantly, it’s time to ask yourself some questions.  If you want to know how to tell if the person you’re with is deeply selfish and will never commit, pay attention to these involuntary behaviors. You deserve someone who wants to be with you and only you. Deeply selfish people who will never commit often display these behaviors: 1. They’re always busy He should want to spend lots of his free time with you. And if he’s busy, he should make time for you. Frequently using busyness as an excuse can indicate a reluctance to commit to a relationship entirely. This often stems from fear of intimacy, prioritizing other aspects of life, or simply not seeing the relationship as a high priority.  A study published by The Journal of Happiness Studies recommended looking for consistency between their words and actions; if they consistently cancel plans or prioritize other commitments over spending …

Man Asks If It’s Normal That His Wife Always Takes The Middle Seat When They Fly Together

Man Asks If It’s Normal That His Wife Always Takes The Middle Seat When They Fly Together

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Traveling gives people the wonderful opportunity to see the world and different cultures, but the process of getting to your destination isn’t that wonderful. Now, why could this be? Could this be because of the lengthy flights or the seat in front of you constantly reclining, backing into your knees? Good guesses, but no. The notorious middle seat takes the cake. Staying wedged between two people for the next whatever amount of hours of your life. However, have you ever heard of someone willingly taking the dreadful seat? Well, one husband touched on this subject on a Reddit post, sharing that his wife oddly does. He said that his wife has no problem taking the middle seat when they fly together, but it made him wonder if she was really just doing it to be nice. A man questioned whether it’s typical for wives to always take the middle seat when flying with their husbands. This strange little arrangement started on their first trip together when his wife declared her interest in the middle seat. …

Phubbing linked to increased aggression in romantic relationships

Phubbing linked to increased aggression in romantic relationships

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A recent study published in Frontiers in Psychology suggests that when one partner is distracted by their smartphone during time spent together, it is linked to harmful behaviors that can damage the quality of a romantic relationship. The study found that when one partner frequently ‘phubs’ the other, it is associated with increased relational aggression in the relationship for both men and women. Furthermore, the researchers discovered that the level of support individuals feel they receive from their partner and the gap between the support they desire and what they actually get helps explain this link, particularly for women. The researchers set out to explore the effects of what is known as “partner phubbing”—a term that describes the behavior of snubbing one’s significant other by focusing on one’s phone during shared moments—on relational aggression. Relational aggression refers to actions that are intended to harm a partner by damaging their social connections or feelings of belonging, rather than using physical force. Previous studies have looked at aggression in relationships, but there was very little understanding of …