MALCOLM S. FORBES

if you notice a pattern where someone fails to follow through with any of their commitments—or regularly changes them—it can reveal someone who isn't reliable, doesn't hold themselves accountable for the things they say, or doesn’t value you all that much.

It's the little things when trying to access a person.

Without a doubt, one of the best life skills there are is the ability to gauge a person’s character and personality accurately. It’ll help you find stronger relationships and avoid a lot of pain and frustration. 

Just have a look inside the person's car and see if it was clean, organized, and tidy, or if there were food wrappers and empty soda cans everywhere. 

In Blink: The Power of Thinking Without T...

I once knew a guy who was obsessed with how he was portrayed on social media—his posts, profiles, and stories were designed to present him in the best light possible. Yet in reality, he was just a relatively average guy who was good at his job.

We eventually had a falling out, but looking b...

We all make mistakes. But when you address it in a respectful, kind, and fair way, how do they respond?

• Do they apologize and commit to avoiding it?
• Do they make excuses, get defensive, or go silent?
• Do they blame you, accuse you of making it a big deal, or go ...

I’ve noticed some people have a “split personality.” For example, when some guys see women they’re attracted to, they suddenly act friendly and happy; once those women leave, they're back to their old selves. I knew guys like that and, if we went out on a Saturday night, their eyes would dart all...