Attention, married women: If your husband seems angst-ridden or huffy, you might want to hold off on the advice in favor of a simple hug. And guys, despite how it may bruise your ego, you've got to ...

You’re pretty… for a curvy girl,” “I didn’t think you’d be so smart”… These fake compliments actually hide criticism. This is the principle of “negging,” a subtle form of emotional manipulation.