There comes a time in every relationship when you think about your partner and ask yourself, “Is this the one?”. And, yes, things seem to be going well: you enjoy each other’s company, you share similar tastes in movies, and you both agree pineapple doesn’t belong on pizza, for example. But are those solid foundations for a commitment that will stand the test of time; and if not, what exactly are the signs you are in a lasting relationship? Things seem to get a little trickier when you consider that not all relationships look the same,

Times are changing, and more and more people opt for less traditional forms of relationships. Many South Africans choose to walk down the aisle and get married, but others prefer to live together as “life partners” instead. While shacking up together has become more socially acceptable, it’s essential to understand the legal implications of choosing to cohabitate, especially where a couple co-owns property, shares debts and other financial obligations or have kids together. What is Cohabitation? Cohabitation

Every year, dreams of marital bliss are shattered as more and more married couples call it quits and are getting divorced in South Africa. In fact, the latest statistics released by StatsSA indicate that fewer lovebirds are tying the knot and an increasing number of couples end up in divorce court. Having to deal with (and move on) from a failed marriage is no walk in the park. While the law and divorce process seems straightforward, the reality is that getting divorced in South Africa can be stressful,

More and more South Africans are opting for divorce. According to the latest research by StatsSA, divorces in South Africa increased by 0,3% to 25 326 in 2016. Needless to say, the divorce process can be quite messy and stressful, especially when children are involved, and now many believe that the divorce process discriminates against good dads. Dads are at a disadvantage from the get-go In

We’ve all heard the saying “two’s a company, three’s a crowd.” And, while most people are happy having one significant other, others don’t find a relationship with three, four (or more) partners that crowded. Progressively, people around the word, and in South Africa are embracing polyamorous relationships. Recently, a British therapist named Mary Crumpton made headlines in the UK by going public with her polyamorous relationship. Speaking to the Huffington