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What Is a ‘Sunset Clause’? The Dating Trend That Could Save You Months of Heartbreak.

In a highly non-commital dating world, it’s no wonder so many singles are creating rules, limits, and boundaries to protect their time and energy....

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What Is Literary Tourism? The BookTok Travel Trend Taking Off This Summer.

Perhaps I’m boring, but any time I schedule a trip somewhere, my first thought is “What books should I pack???” I also spend a ridiculous amount...

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Introducing ‘Grande-ing,’ the Therapist-Approved Breakup Trend Inspired by Ariana Grande

You’ve likely heard Ariana Grande’s hit song “thank you, next,” which expresses gratitude to past lovers while highlighting the personal...

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The ‘Recovery Girl’ Era Is Here, and Your Body Might Thank You for It

I recently read an article in Vogue Adria that highlighted society’s transition from the “Pilates Princess” era to the “Recovery Girl” era,...

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4 Zodiac Signs That Will Be Deep in Their Feelings This Cancer Season

Most of us associate Cancer season with a deeply emotional time, as this water sign is known to be sensitive, empathetic, and nurturing. “When the...

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Depressed Gen Z Are Chasing the ‘Perfect’ Bodies, But Most Are Still Miserable

With the rise of influencer culture and the popularity of highly sexualized, often shallow reality TV dating shows, it’s easy to see how younger...

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The Strange Post-Breakup Habit Most Adults Won’t Admit They Have

If you’ve ever gone through a breakup, you likely know how…unhinged heartbreak can make you. For example, I’m ashamed to admit that I once...

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These 4 Zodiac Signs Will Have the Toughest Cancer Season, According to an Astrologer

Cancer season is not for the weak—and also not for the logical, as it brings an influx of complex emotions and vulnerable moments. With Mercury...

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The Viral ‘July Theory’ Says Your Love Life Could Change Dramatically This Month

According to the “July Theory,” you might want to prepare for some incoming shifts in your dating life. That ex you have blocked (likely for good...

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Construction at South Carolina Military College Unearths Over 50 Unmarked Graves

Imagine showing up to work in construction and unknowingly uncovering dozens of human remains? Unfortunately for some contract workers in Charleston,...

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These 3 Zodiac Signs Will Feel the Upcoming Mars-Uranus Conjunction the Most, According to Astrologers

This year, the 4th of July might be a bit more…unpredictable and volatile than usual. You can blame the stars for this one—more specifically, the...

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‘Star Bathing’ Is the Internet’s Latest Favorite Wellness Trend. Does It Actually Do Anything?

You’ve undoubtedly heard of sunbathing, aka lying beneath the sunshine and soaking up its warmth. But what about star bathing? Star bathing is one...

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The ‘Strawberry Moon’ Returns Next Week. Here’s What It Means for Your Zodiac Sign.

The first full moon of the summer is arriving next week on Monday, June 29, at 7:57 p.m. EST. Learn all about the Strawberry Moon—and how best to...

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Gen Z and Millennials Are Open to Finding Love at Funerals, New Survey Finds

Many modern daters are seeking in-person meet-cutes over dating app connections, and you might be shocked by the settings they’re willing to...

22.06.2026 10

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How to Host an At-Home Wellness Retreat Without Spending Retreat Money

I don’t know about you, but I could really use one of those luxurious wellness retreats that are taking over TikTok and Instagram. Unfortunately, I...

21.06.2026 10

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Introducing Maybelaterships, the Dating Trend That Might Be Worse Than a Situationship

You’ve heard of situationships, but what about “maybelaterships”? This dating arrangement is perhaps more egregious in nature. Let’s explore...

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4 Signs Your First Date Has Real Relationship Potential, According to a Psychologist

First dates are never easy and always stressful (at least, in my case). Putting yourself out there and meeting new people over and over again can feel...

20.06.2026 10

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This Dating Coach’s 48-Hour Rule Could Change How You Judge First Dates

How long into a first date can you tell whether you’re interested in the person? For many, it’s almost immediate—and they’ll even completely...

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Summerween Is Here, and It’s Exactly What Halloween Fans Need Right Now

Fall has always been my favorite season, while Halloween has remained my favorite holiday since childhood. From homemade sweets and creamy, delicious...

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The ‘Four Sixes’ Dating Trend Is Everything That’s Wrong With Modern Dating

I’ve read and written about countless dating trends in recent years, but I must say, the “Four Sixes” dating trend is one of the most egregious....

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This One Dating App Mistake Could Ruin Your Chances of a Summer Fling

With summer just around the corner, many singles are seeking new connections and lighthearted fun in the sun. However, one common dating app mistake...

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Painting, Writing, and Music Could Help Slow Aging, New Study Finds

According to research, the more you engage your creativity, the slower you might age. Hara Estroff Marano, Editor at Large of Psychology Today,...

19.06.2026 5

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An Open Letter to the Body I Spent Too Long Hating

Dear Body, You’ve been through hell, and much of it has been my own doing. I’ve berated you for having normal folds and genetic dimples, starved...

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5 Signs You Might Be a Stage-Five Clinger, According to a Psychologist

We all have our own (sometimes unhealthy) relationship habits, and self-awareness is the first step to addressing them. Patterns like excessive...

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Chiron Is Entering Taurus, and These 4 Zodiac Signs Could Experience Major Healing

If you’re into astrology, you likely know that Chiron will soon be entering Taurus, marking a period of comfort and healing. According to Rachel...

17.06.2026 7

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Goblintimacy Invites You to Be Your Weirdest, Most Goblin-Like Self on Dates

Out of all the dating trends I’ve covered—which is a lot—goblintimacy is one of my favorites. This dating approach only poses one request: show...

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Jupiter in Leo Is Bringing Abundance, Growth, and Opportunity to These 4 Zodiac Signs

Jupiter is officially entering Leo on June 30, delivering major blessings to us all—but to a few zodiac signs especially. “Jupiter is the largest...

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The Coming Mercury Retrograde in Cancer Will Bring the Past Into the Present for These 3 Zodiac Signs

Are you prepared for the upcoming Mercury retrograde in Cancer? According to astrologers, this summer will be a wild ride thanks to this transit....

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5 Relationship Skills Everyone Should Learn, According to Therapists

Dating often brings out the worst in people, as it requires you to get vulnerable and trust the person you’re with. In such a high-risk dynamic,...

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I Don’t Have FOMO. I Have JOMO, and It’s Fantastic.

Recently—as in, this past week—I realized one of my introverted mindsets was less common than I’d thought. Here I was, assuming everyone in the...

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‘Main Character Walks’ Might Be the Confidence Boost You Didn’t Know You Needed

As a writer who grew up with obsessive-compulsive disorder, I have a tendency to fall into maladaptive daydreams far more often than I’d like to...

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How to Actually Go Offline This Summer Without Losing Your Mind: A Guide

Far too many people have an undiagnosed social media addiction, spending more time scrolling through TikToks and curated social media feeds than...

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Introducing Frankensteining, the Dating Trend Experts Say Can Ruin a Relationship

If you’re familiar with the story of Frankenstein, you likely know how the monster was created. Dr. Frankenstein, a fictional mad scientist and...

13.06.2026 9

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Introducing the ‘Anti-Bucket List,’ the Wellness Trend for People Who Are Done Forcing Themselves to Have Fun

But some people are actually rejecting the modern bucket list and creating an “anti-bucket list.” Or, my favorite alternative title, a “f—k-it...

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Gen Z Is Really Into ‘Admin Dates’, But They May Not Have the Benefits You’re Hoping for

Have you noticed society’s inclination to optimize absolutely everything, including free time with loved ones? It’s becoming a bit unhealthy, yet...

13.06.2026 10

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The Truth About Today’s Crazy Cat Ladies, and Why You Might Owe Your Local Cat Lover an Apology

You’ve likely heard of the term “crazy cat lady,” which essentially describes a single woman who lives alone with a bunch of cats. Some people...

12.06.2026 9

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Gen Z Are Hitting Up ‘Barmacies’, Where Happy Hour Comes With a Health Diagnosis

Imagine walking into a bar with your friends after a long week at work, only to receive a medical diagnosis and a customized herbal remedy to sip on...

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Are We in the Luckiest Month for Love? The ‘June Theory’ Says Yes.

It seems there’s a “theory” for everything on TikTok, but if you can see past this annoying tendency to label every month as a trend of sorts,...

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These 3 Zodiac Signs Could Finally Get Financial Relief This Week Thanks to the Mercury-Saturn Transit

Starting today, June 10, Mercury will be squaring Saturn—and astrologists deem this a lucky transit, especially when it comes to our finances. If...

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Mercury Retrograde in Cancer Is Coming, and These 3 Zodiac Signs Will Feel It the Most

Brace yourself: Mercury retrograde is coming up at the end of June, and this one’s extra emotional. “This year, all of our Mercury retrogrades...

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A Potent Super New Moon Is Coming, and These 4 Zodiac Signs Should Brace for Impact

This Saturday, June 14, at 10:54 PM EDT, we will be experiencing a super new moon, which will bring powerful shifts, inspiring energy, and abundant...

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The Perfect Self-Care Ritual for You, Based on Your Moon Sign

Are you in need of some self-care? The astrologists at Psychic World gave us some healing tips for each moon sign’s mind, body, and spirit. Here’s...

08.06.2026 10

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Gen Z Says We’re in a ‘Crush Recession.’ Here’s Why Nobody Wants to Date Anymore.

The economy has gotten so bad that many modern daters feel like they can’t even afford to have a crush. Gen Z is calling this a “crush...

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Introducing DIY Dating, the Crazy New Dating Trend That’s Replacing Expensive Dinner Dates

Long gone are the days when the traditional “dinner and a movie” was an ideal first date. I mean, have you seen movie ticket prices? Not to...

08.06.2026 10

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What Is ‘Spoiled Pig Syndrome’? The Weird Relationship Pattern Experts Say Is Quietly Ruining Modern Dating.

Are you dating a spoiled pig? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, this is so common that dating experts have given it a name: spoiled pig syndrome....

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Your Friends Swear Their Periods Sync Up. I Asked Experts for the Truth.

If you’re a woman, you’ve likely heard about the phenomenon of periods “syncing up” between friends or roommates. Maybe you and your sister...

07.06.2026 10

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I Thought Self-Improvement Would Make Me Happy. I Couldn’t Have Been More Wrong.

If I could go back and tell my 20-something self anything, it’d be to stop prioritizing self-improvement over intentional living. I’ve spent so...

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The Problem With Treating Women’s Body Types Like Fashion Trends

I think (or hope) most of us can agree that the concept of a body trend is damaging and, for lack of a better word, downright weird. Yet, here we are,...

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4 Reasons Your Partner Absolutely Sucks at Listening to You

One of the most frustrating experiences in relationships is when a partner won’t listen to us, whether in conversations or in our requests. For...

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Your Guide to Having a Good Summer, Even When Everything Feels Horrible

Whenever I log onto social media, I’m constantly bombarded with conflicting content that either makes me want to do more with my life or lock my...

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