Plus, the sneaky reason we communicate this way in the first place.

Have you ever had someone say "I'm fine" (when they are clearly not) or a co-worker who "forgets" to do something you asked them to do (when they obviously just don't want to do it)? Those are ...

Relationships are hard work; it’s a well-known, well-founded cliché. Part of that work, many of us have learned, goes into communication—trying to make clear to your partner what you want, and to ...

Theoretically, asking your husband or wife to empty the dishwasher should be totally devoid of drama or tension. It's just one of many chores necessary to keep your home functioning, right? However, ...

Friendships are supposed to be a source of comfort, joy and support. But even in the closest relationships, communication can break down, leading to tension. “In friendship, like in all human ...

Some of you have had problems with your “read more” button. Today should be OK (and I’ll fix them on the letters from the past few days). Thanks to those who let me know. Q. I’ve been dating a guy for ...

My friend and neighbor shared this great story on my blog about the last time (the final time?) her husband agreed to do the family's grocery shopping: I typically do all of the food shopping for my ...

High-IQ women respond to passive-aggressive friends with calm boundaries and emotional control, not by stooping to their ...

Passive-aggressive is a popular term that sounds like a total oxymoron—isn't it one or the other? Passive or aggressive? Not necessarily. This description may sound familiar...as in, like one or more ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Navigating the world of passive-aggressive comments is a special kind of challenge, especially when they come from your mom. These ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Passive-aggressive behavior can sometimes be hard to identify. Here are some common phrases to avoid. Halfpoint Images via Getty ...