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Discover insights and advice on building, nurturing, and navigating all types of relationships.


TikTok’s “Orange Peel” Theory: Small acts of love matter more than you think
TikTok’s "orange peel theory" is trending, but the real question isn’t whether your partner peels your fruit. It’s whether they show up in the small, unsexy moments. We break down why these micro-acts matter.

Rana Khan
May 294 min read


What Love Is (According to The Wire)
An analysis of love, inspired by The Wire.

Rana Khan
Apr 302 min read


Reflecting on
Some relationships erode us so slowly we don’t notice—until we’re exhausted from accommodating someone else’s chaos.

Rana Khan
Apr 93 min read


Navigating Financial Stress: How the Tariffs Tension Impacts Relationships
Financial stress strains relationships. Discover coping strategies for couples & families facing economic challenges in Canada.

Rana Khan
Mar 263 min read


Finding Balance When One Partner Carries the Load
Feel like you're carrying the load in your relationship while your partner hangs back? Learn how to find balance, without blame.

Rana Khan
Feb 114 min read


Why am I always the one apologizing?
Why am I always the one saying sorry? Learn what’s really behind apology dynamics and how to reset them.

Rana Khan
Jan 284 min read


Reconnecting with Your Partner After the Holidays
The holidays are over, and the new year is here—a perfect time to reconnect with your partner.

Rana Khan
Jan 74 min read


Self-interest and the Essential Ingredients in Relationships
Are human beings innately "selfish"? And is self-interest really such a bad thing? Rana believes it's actually essential in relationships.

Rana Khan
Nov 20, 20243 min read


Jumping Into a New Relationship Too Soon: Why Healing After a Break-Up Is Key
Break-ups are hard, but they're also opportunities to grow. Find out how taking a year off after a break-up can be incredibly healing.

Rana Khan
Oct 27, 20244 min read


How to Navigate Emotional Differences in Relationships: Tips for Better Communication
When two people have very different ways of processing emotions, it can cause frustration for both.

Rana Khan
Oct 9, 20244 min read
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