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Sharing is a good relationship practice

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From early childhood we are told that we must learn to share our toys and belongings with others. We are also coached to associate sharing with being a good person and friend. Interestingly enough, as firmly as this lesson is preached, the skill of sharing is hard to practice throughout our lives and relationships. Couples often struggle with various issues that are related to sharing. Transitioning from being single to being a half of a committed relationship labels the problem from the start. Mates have to agree on sharing their space, their belongings, their money, time and attention. So why after all the years of indoctrination into a sharing mode does one keep struggling to achieve this function easily? The answer lies in the fact that sharing is a social need that supports groups, but is not in line with the instinctual survival need of each individual. The person who gets more of the food, the roomier space, the better advantage of any asset is more likely to thrive. Ins

10 things you should know before dating a funny guy

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1. We're guaranteed to make your day better, like a human version of pizza.  Had a crappy day at work? Get in a fight with your best friend? You know that if you call us up to hang out, we'll get you laughing. 2. Funny guys are like garlic: bland stuff suddenly gets way better.  We'll make even boring stuff awesome.​ Do you have to go help your brother move out of his dorm? Bring us along. Awkward family wedding? Check and see if you get a plus-one.