Create Respectful Relationship Boundaries

Boundaries are key to healthy relationships. Learn how to express your needs clearly and respectfully, ensuring both partners feel safe, valued, and respected.

30 Effective Ways to Shut Down Intrusive Questions

30 Effective Ways to Shut Down Intrusive Questions

Imagine you’re at a family gathering, and someone suddenly asks, “When are you getting married?” or “How much do you …
Dylan Banks

By Dylan Banks

Marriage Counseling & Divorce| 12  min read

How to Ask for Space in a Relationship: 5 Effective Ways

How to Ask for Space in a Relationship: 5 Effective Ways

At some point in every relationship, you may find yourself sitting across from your partner at the dinner table, feeling …
Kaida Hollister

Approved By Grady Shumway

Licensed Mental Health Counselor| 11  min read

How to Set Boundaries With Friends: 13 Effective Tips

How to Set Boundaries With Friends: 13 Effective Tips

Have you ever felt drained after spending time with a friend? Maybe they constantly borrow things without returning them or …
Kaida Hollister

Approved By Maggie Martinez

Licensed Clinical Social Worker| 12  min read

9 Ways to Love With Boundaries in a Relationship

9 Ways to Love With Boundaries in a Relationship

Boundaries in relationships are often seen as barriers, but they are actually essential for building trust and respect. Many people …
Draven Porter

Approved By Christiana Njoku

Licensed Professional Counselor| 5  min read

175+ Heartfelt Quotes About Respect in Relationships

175+ Heartfelt Quotes About Respect in Relationships

Respect is the cornerstone of healthy relationships and love. It’s the glue that holds bonds together, fostering trust, understanding, and …
Draven Porter

By Draven Porter

Marriage & Family Life Advice| 12  min read

26 Examples of Healthy Boundaries in a Relationship

26 Examples of Healthy Boundaries in a Relationship

Healthy boundaries in relationships are like invisible lines that help us feel safe and happy with others. They tell us …
Owen Kessler

By Owen Kessler

Marriage Therapy| 9  min read

110 Inspirational Women’s Day Messages for Your Wife

110 Inspirational Women’s Day Messages for Your Wife

Women’s Day is one of the many practical opportunities a person gets during the year to celebrate their significant other.  …
Noah Williams

By Noah Williams

Relationships advice, Pre-marriage and general| 17  min read

Respecting Boundaries: Meaning, Example and Why Is It Important

Respecting Boundaries: Meaning, Example and Why Is It Important

Setting and respecting boundaries are important components of any healthy relationship. Be it casual friendships, romantic relationships, or cliques in …
Draven Porter

By Draven Porter

Marriage & Family Life Advice| 7  min read

15 Pensive Reasons to Stop Explaining Yourself During Arguments

15 Pensive Reasons to Stop Explaining Yourself During Arguments

Respect yourself enough to walk away from anything that no longer serves you, grows you, or makes you happy. – …
Rachael Pace

Approved By Christiana Njoku

Licensed Professional Counselor| 13  min read

20 Tips on How to Stop Being Pushy in a Relationship

20 Tips on How to Stop Being Pushy in a Relationship

Most people don’t like being forced to do something, especially when the motive of the person compelling them is not …
Rachael Pace

Approved By Christiana Njoku

Licensed Professional Counselor| 8  min read

24 Telling Signs He Wants You to Leave Him Alone

24 Telling Signs He Wants You to Leave Him Alone

In relationships, picking up on the subtle cues that your partner needs space can be as crucial as understanding when …
Rachael Pace

Approved By Maggie Martinez

Licensed Clinical Social Worker| 13  min read

How to Tell Someone to Stop Texting You: 27 Ways

How to Tell Someone to Stop Texting You: 27 Ways

Sometimes, you’re just trying to relax and enjoy the moment, but then your phone buzzes—again. It can be so frustrating, …
Sylvia Smith

Approved By Dionne Eleanor Reid

Coach| 12  min read

What Is Gatekeeping in Relationships: Examples & Its Impact

What Is Gatekeeping in Relationships: Examples & Its Impact

In a typical relationship, dealing with many tiny relationship issues is inevitable. You ignore many minor problems, while others affect …
Marriage.com Editorial Team

Approved By Christiana Njoku

Licensed Professional Counselor| 8  min read

10 Tips on What to Say After No Contact With an Ex

10 Tips on What to Say After No Contact With an Ex

The phone buzzes, shattering the post-no-contact silence. Your ex’s name on the screen ignites a constellation of questions. Why now? …
Rachael Pace

Approved By Mert Şeker

Psychologist| 10  min read

How Much Space in a Relationship Is Normal?

How Much Space in a Relationship Is Normal?

Relationships help us find fulfillment in life. Your closeness to others helps you make meaningful and healthy relationships. But how …
Rachael Pace

Approved By Christiana Njoku

Licensed Professional Counselor| 8  min read