Couples: Caring for oneself can lead to happier relationships -- on both sides

Being more forgiving of your own shortcomings in a romantic relationship can lead to happier couples. A total of 209 heterosexual couples were surveyed. The results show that men in particular benefit if their partner is self-compassionate. The results provide important information for couples' therapies, as self-compassion can be trained.

from Relationships News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/01/240123122142.htm