Joe Pinsker

Joe Pinsker is a former staff writer at The Atlantic. Joe joined The Atlantic in 2013, and covered business and economics before helping launch The Atlantic’s Family section. He often wrote about work, leisure, and human behavior.

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  1. The Case for Dating a Friend

    The warmth and care of an existing friendship is a great foundation for a romantic relationship—even if it feels scary to take the leap.

    A photograph of three sets of couples watching a sunset
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  2. A Smarter Way to Divide Chores?

    Couples who share every task, rather than having their own separate to-do lists, tend to be more satisfied with their relationship.

    A picture of soap suds and sponges, forming the shape of a smiley face
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