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I think I've been ghosted – what should I do?

Being ghosted by someone you're seeing can leave you with a lot of hurt and confusion.

living • 2 hrs

Is it ever OK to check my partner's phone?

A counsellor discusses whether it's ethical – and good for your relationship – to sneak a look.

living • 13 Jul

Is it time to spring clean your relationship? Here's how

Dr. Caroline West is a sex educator and host of the Glow West podcast, which focuses on sex, sexuality and the body.

living • 19 Apr

A financial advisor's guide to relationship separation

John Lowe of MoneyDoctors.ie looks at the financial steps to be taken if you are in the unfortunate position of revaluating your relationship.

living • 09 Apr

Intimacy is a 'major concern' for people living with cancer

Cancer can impact a person's life in many ways, including sexual function and confidence.

living • 14 Mar

"Silence is powerful": How to cope after being cheated on

Kate Brayden delves into the advice of others who found empowerment and healthy connections after coping with infidelity in their romantic relationships.

living • 07 Mar

Why do people cheat? I spoke to four people who did

Why do happy couples cheat? And can it ever be a good thing? Kate Demolder speaks to three people who have cheated in past relationships, …

living • 02 Feb

6 money conversations every couple needs to have

Whether you're just starting out as a couple or considering a longer-term commitment, these tips could help to make sure you're in financial harmony.

living • 06 Feb

Should you start having relationship check-ins with your partner?

Relationship therapist Rachel Cooke joined Jennifer Zamparelli on RTÉ 2FM to share her tips on doing relationship check-ins, and when to know when to check-out …

living • 22 Jan

Should we normalise sleeping in separate bedrooms?

Cameron Diaz has spoken out about the benefits of having your own space in a relationship. The actor was talking on the Lipstick on the …

living • 20 Dec 23

What to know about money if you and your partner aren't married

John Lowe of MoneyDoctors.ie discovers non-traditional families were previously not provided with any legal status and so do not have the same legal rights now …

living • 16 Nov 23

Can a marriage survive an affair? Psychotherapist Richard Hogan on Brendan O'Connor.

Psychotherapist on marital affairs: "47 is our most unhappy year"

Psychotherapist Richard Hogan talks about why people have affairs, who is impacted, and how relationships can survive an affair.

Highlights • 10 Oct 23

Richie Sadlier wants to change the way we talk to teens about sex

Let's Talk About Sex airs on RTÉ 2 at Thursday 7th September, 10.15pm. RTÉ Player will have the second episode available immediately after the first …

living • 08 Sep 23

Can you make it work with an ex?

As Maya Jama and Stormzy are rumoured to have rekindled their romance, is it possible to make it work again with an ex?

living • 30 Aug 23

How to support teenage kids through their first relationships

Relate counsellors tell Lisa Salmon what parents should and shouldn't do and say when their teenage child has their first relationship.

living • 14 Aug 23

What to do when you want more sex or intimacy than your partner

Comparing ourselves to others means that we lose track of our own authentic sexual selves, and it is more beneficial to focus on ourselves and …

living • 10 Aug 23

Do you have a type when it comes to dating?

"There's all sorts of types out there, and most people will say that they have one or two types that they are particularly drawn to, …

living • 04 Aug 23

What does it mean to be a people pleaser?

Jennifer Zamparelli chats with Rachel Cooke, RTÉ 2FM's resident relationship therapist, about the potential issues that come with being a people pleaser.

living • 06 Aug 23