Anna Blazhuk / Getty Images “Will I ever get married?” is a question that people often ponder. Asking this question might be a sign that you are interested in making a long-term commitment to another person. Anna Blazhuk / Getty Images However, marriage can also be a very rewarding experience. Will I Ever Get Married? If you are not quite ready for marriage, don’t worrythere’s no rush. According to U.S. Census Bureau statistics, a record number of U....

As is the case with any pop in of sexuality, theres much room for nuance here. For that reason, any definition of demisexuality isnt absolutely concrete. Its up to the individual to truly define what their own sexuality looks like and how it presents itself. Verywell / Theresa Chiechi Even somedating websitesallow users to select ‘demisexual’ as their sexual orientation. Margaret Seide, a board-certified psychiatrist and faculty member at New York University....

But you’ll also need to be emotionally prepared if it turns out they want something different than you. What Are You Looking For? Additional questions to consider: What does marriage mean to you? dragana991 / Getty Images Are you trying to fix the relationship through marriage? Are you trying to just someone else? Do you want to have children and feel that you have to be married to do so?...

They might also have little to no desire to have sexual encounters, in general. That said, every asexual person is different in the way they approach sexual intimacy. Consider it more of a spectrum versus a concrete set of rules. Marc Bruxelle / Getty Images Also, some might engage sexually with others or with themselves but may not feel pleasure when doing so. These are only a few examples. Note that asexuality is not considered the same as abstaining from sex for religious or philosophical reasons....

The goal of Zen meditation is to regulate attention. Its sometimes referred to as a practice that involves thinking about not thinking. People usually sit in the lotus positionor sit with their legs crossedduring Zen meditation and focus their attention inward. Martin Puddy / Corbis / Getty Images What Happens During Zen Meditation Zen meditationis considered an open-monitoring meditation, where monitoring skills are used. Zen meditation is similar tomindfulnessin that it’s about focusing on the presence of mind....

They can be happy or sad, based on your real life, or completely fabricated. Vivid dreams are ones that stick to your memory. Click below to listen now. Marcos Calvo / Getty Images However, sometimes, it can be difficult to determine a specific cause of your vivid dreams. Certain medications, sleep disorders, mental health, and medical conditions can cause vivid dreams. Vivid dreams can affect your quality of life if they are persistent and distressing....

Verywell / Catherine Song You may have thought about seeing a therapist at one point or another. Knowing when to see a therapist can be a little challenging sometimes. After all, everyone has a bad day or goes through a rough patch every now and again. But how do you know when talking to someone might help? The following list outlines some of the reasons you may benefit from speaking to a therapist....

When is a trait more than just a trait? MirageC / Moment / Getty People have always described me as quirky. Brushing off our idiosyncrasies as harmless quirks is tempting, but where do we draw the line? MirageC / Moment / Getty Is it just a part of who we are, or could it be something more serious? Robert Cuyler, chief medical officer of Freespira. Mental health conditions, on the other hand, impact mood, behavior, and thinking....

Verywell / Madelyn Goodnight The quest to find the bestantidepressant medicationcan feel very “hit or miss.” They often consider several factors, such as the symptoms experienced and whether any other health conditions are present. Patient Symptoms Some antidepressants provide benefits for multiple symptoms. Get our printable guide to help you ask the right questions at your next doctor’s appointment. So, if other symptoms are present, a physician may lean more toward a certain medication....

Leadership styles are classifications of how a personbehaveswhile directing, motivating, guiding, and managing groups of people. There are many leadership styles. Great leaders can inspire political movements and social change. Illustration by Joshua Seong, Verywell They can also motivate others to perform, create, and innovate. Fortunately, researchers have developed differenttheoriesand frameworks that allow us to better identify and understand these different leadership styles. The researchers found that democratic leadership tended to be the most effective at inspiring followers to perform well....

Speed of learning is not the only important factor, however. How can you teach yourself to learn? Improve Your Memory There are a number of differentstrategies that can boost memory. Sam Edwards / Getty Images You might combine this with strategies that can foster better memory, such as exercising and socializing. Study Tip If you’re pressed for time, consider combining study strategies. Research has found thatthe brain is capable of producing new brain cells, a process known as neurogenesis....

There are plenty of great ways to learn psychology basics, as long as you know where to look. To Learn About Different Psychology Branches Psychology is an extremely broad and expansive field. To help separate its many different subsets, severalbranches of psychologyhave been created. Drazen / Getty Images For psychology students, being familiar with the most-used research methods is critical. This helps you better understand how certain conclusions have been drawn about the mind or behavior....

Verywell / Jessica Olah A good relationship can elevate your life in ways that you never thought were possible. Toxic and unhealthy relationships are often baffling to people on the outside. The reality is often more complicated due to many factors, including finances, children, and emotions. Verywell / Jessica Olah Find out which option is the best for you. What Is a Toxic Relationship? A toxic relationship is one that is harmful....