Modern Relationships

The #1 New York Times Bestseller “An engaging look at the often head-scratching, frequently infuriating mating behaviors that shape our love lives.” —Refinery 29 A hilarious, thoughtful, and in-depth exploration of the pleasures and perils of modern romance from Aziz Ansari, the star of...

When Multiamory authors Dedeker Winston, Emily Sotelo Matlack, and Jase Lindgren started producing their advice show about polyamory and other non-traditional relationships, they received dozens of questions from listeners about all sorts of relationship quandaries and communication stalemates. They quickly found out that existing relationship tools weren't up to the task.

Possessing powerful communication skills is the single most effective lifehack you can use to skyrocket yourself to massive success in every area of your life. Without proper communication skills, you're going to be ineffective in your personal and business life. If you're tired of not knowing how to form (and keep) connections with new acquaintances, how to defuse tense situations or if want to learn how to get people to buy into your idea, then this book is for you.

It's 2 AM and you're awake again, replaying that conversation from dinner. Was their tone different? Why did they check their phone during the movie? Does "sounds good" without an exclamation point mean they're pulling away? If you've ever found yourself trapped in an overthinking loop, analyzing every text message like a detective solving a crime, you're not alone. You're not "too sensitive" or "crazy"—you're a thoughtful person trying to find safety in love, but your mind has turned your relationship into a courtroom where you're both judge and defendant. The constant worry about your ...

You don’t need to be a psychologist or have special training. What you need to do is act fast, because one of the most consistent pieces of advice you will hear from any ASD expert is that early intervention is always best. Every parent goes through life doubting their skills. When you are parenting an ASD child, these doubts can have a significant impact on their development. But all of that can change—starting today!

Learn how to quickly be able to handle any situation, always know what to say, be assertive and charismatic, and build the life you have always wanted. By addressing every conceivable situation in which you may lack confidence, these books will start to create the building blocks of lasting assertiveness and self-assurance throughout the various areas of your life. As women, we have a responsibility to ourselves and the women of the future to take back our power, own our space in the world, and start building our self-confidence.

The updated version of the best-selling solution to grow your confidence, assertiveness, and self-esteem. Cutting through the nonsense, this book offers a simple and easy-to-understand solution to growing your confidence, assertiveness, and self-esteem. No fancy gimmicks, just solid and actionable advice which can help you fast.

Take the positive parenting approach to help your child overcome defiance through this nine-step parenting plan. Does your child argue with adults, including you? Are they easily angered? Do they oppose every rule and blame others for their mistakes? Parenting can often feel like an uphill battle, especially as the child grows older. But sometimes, your child’s behavior is not always childlike. Sometimes, their uncalled-for aggression and defiance can mean something else.

The Desire Paradox How to Win the Love Game Before You Get Played Why does attraction fade when you try harder? Why do mixed signals in dating feel intoxicating-while clarity feels risky? Why do intelligent, emotionally aware people still lose themselves in modern love? The Desire Paradox explores the psychology of attraction and attachment that most relationship advice avoids. It explains why the behaviors meant to create closeness-effort, availability, emotional generosity-often sabotage desire instead. This is not a pickup manual. It is not about manipulation, emotional withholding, or ...

Have you ever wondered why some people effortlessly win over every room they enter? The difference isn't intelligence or wealth—it is the mastery of human relations. How to Win Friends and Influence People provides a practical, psychological blueprint for navigating the human ego and building genuine connections. Dale Carnegie understood that the path to success is paved by the ability to handle people and arouse enthusiasm. In an era where communication is often cold and transactional, these strategies teach you how to become the influential presence others naturally follow.

FFFHAMS is three books in one, with three different purposes. First, it's a spiritual guide that helps you understand your purpose and the world around you. Then, it's an instructional manual that teaches you how to escape the matrix and live a more fulfilling life. Finally, it's a collection of three powerful stories that explore the themes of self-discovery, forgiveness, and the pursuit of happiness.

The Four Noble Truths of Love will challenge the expectations you have about dating, sex, and romance, liberating you from the habits, traumas, and expectations that have been holding back your relationships. This mindful approach toward love will help you open your heart fearlessly, deepen communications with your partner, increase your compassion and resilience, and lead you toward a path of true happiness.

Since Darwin's day, we've been told that sexual monogamy comes naturally to our species. Mainstream science - as well as religious and cultural institutions - has maintained that men and women evolved in families in which a man's possessions and protection were exchanged for a woman's fertility and fidelity. But this narrative is collapsing....

New York Times bestselling author of The Conscious Parent, Dr. Shefali guides you from chaos to connection with your children by identifying seven common parenting pitfalls that silently sabotage even the most loving homes. These pitfalls—driven by fear, ego, anxiety, and outdated cultural scripts—are so pervasive we barely notice them, yet they profoundly shape how our children view themselves and relate to us.

An unforgettable debut, For Human Use is a twisted tale of modern love that bends every genre, sears itself into your brain, and presents a horrific romantic comedy unlike anything you’ve ever read before. ★ "An utterly ingenious horror-romcom, darkly zeitgeisty, and unnervingly...

What if the very act meant to strengthen a relationship is the thing that slowly weakens it? The Provider Paradox explores a modern and deeply uncomfortable truth: that sacrifice, financial support, and career enablement do not always increase love, respect, or attraction. In many relationships, they quietly change the emotional balance in ways no one expects and few are willing to talk about. This book examines why becoming the primary provider can sometimes diminish desire instead of deepening it, why success can create distance rather than unity, and why relationships often fracture not ...

From author and illustrator Sophie Lucido Johnson comes Love Without Sex, a fascinating three-part Audible Original that explores nontraditional relationships and shows how breaking down stereotypes and misconceptions around love can help us all build stronger, healthier connections to one another. In our culture, the rom-com boy-meets-girl romantic set up is by and large the most persistent love story.

Are you struggling to guide your teenage son without drama, conflict, or emotional distance? Do you want to correct challenging behavior without crushing his confidence or damaging your relationship? Has your once-close companion become distant, defiant, or moody? Are anger, rebellion, and emotional shutdowns creating tension in your home? Parenting a teenage boy can feel overwhelming, but with the correct understanding and tools, it doesn’t have to be. Bukky Ekine-Ogunlana, co-founder of The Children’s Education Centre in England, educator, community leader, and mentor, brings years of...

Charlie Avery wanted some purpose in life...but never expected that direction would lead her into the arms of a man with a secret. When Charlie arrives in Ireland, she's hoping to find direction. Instead, she feels more lost than ever. That is, until she meets the mysterious Aiden who offers her the adventure of a lifetime. The only catch? She has to pretend to be his girlfriend at a family wedding. A Royal Wedding. Aiden, the second eldest prince of Lochland, is used to being recognized, so when he meets Charlie and realizes she thinks he’s a normal guy, he takes a chance and invites her...

At midnight, three women meet in a locked restaurant. By morning, one of them could be blamed for murder. Mara, Tamsin, and Noelle share one thing in common: the same dangerously charming ex… and a trail of secrets they were never meant to connect. What begins as a confrontation spirals into a psychological trap where evidence can be planted, truths can be twisted, and silence is a weapon. As the night unravels, it becomes clear this isn’t revenge. It’s a performance. One carefully staged to decide who controls the narrative when the truth finally comes out. Because loving him ...