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KEY POINTS Accurately perceiving the unique characteristics of a potential paramour on a first date can reduce romantic interest. Due to high expectations, deviations from expected first-date behavior could reduce romantic interest. Inaccuracy about the unique characteristics of a date might stimulate interest, sparking potential “pleasures of uncertainty.” Less accurate personality impressions can decrease the

Overwhelmed and under-appreciated? Time to celebrate yourself. We often set our partners, and ourselves, up for disappointment with unrealistic holiday expectations. There are infinite simple, creative ways we can celebrate ourselves this Valentine’s Day. Hijacking does not require buying into the commercialization but does ask that you take a moment to consider what you are

To many, New Year’s Day represents the possibility for beginning anew. Of late, individuals are welcoming the start of another year with a resolution to practice mindfulness, a type of meditation. Many believe mindfulness will help them relax, lessen stress and anxiety, reduce chronic pain and generally improve the quality of their lives – and the research bears this out.