“Contempt is sulfuric acid for love,” John Gottman says, and it’s likely the most poisonous relationship factor. Imagine spurning your sweetie with disdain, feeling superior to him or her, and seeing ...

The ghosts of the past whisper doubts, and the fear of repeating old mistakes or getting hurt again can build an impenetrable wall around your heart. But what if the key to moving forward isn't to ...