We like to think we make our own romantic decisions, following our hearts and learning from experience. But our friends’ relationships hold more influence over our love lives than we care to admit.

Quick, without thinking: Who's your best friend? Did you think of your college roommate? Your buddy you met at work years ago? Or, did you think of your romantic partner? Perhaps surprisingly, it's ...

New research reveals that surprisingly few people consider their partners as friends. Those who do, however, have much more satisfying relationships. Here’s why. In total, just 36% chose to include ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. Watching your friendship change when a close friend starts dating can feel ...

I know what it's like to not only date and fall in love with my best friend but to marry him. I am so lucky that's my path in life because we have a ton of fun together and really get each other. And ...

Love is everywhere you look. People talk about love in pop songs, on TV, across social media, over dinner, at work, and in school hallways. There is also growing scientific interest in romantic love, ...

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Instead of an assistant that feels like a travel agent, maybe a friend (or romantic partner) is the most likely experience. (AI-generated image by Midjourney/Big Technology) You may soon have an AI ...

Quick, without thinking: Who's your best friend? Did you think of your college roommate? Your buddy you met at work years ago? Or, did you think of your romantic partner? Perhaps surprisingly, it's ...