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Current Moon Phase: November 20, 2025

Happy Thursday and happy new moon! Today marks the start of a fresh lunar cycle. Think of it as a new chapter—an opportunity to start over, set...

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Current Moon Phase: November 19, 2025

Happy Wednesday! We are halfway through the work week and just one day away from the new moon. Tomorrow marks a new lunar cycle, and today is the last...

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Current Moon Phase: November 18, 2025

Happy Tuesday! We are just a few days away from the new moon and the end of the current lunar cycle. Right now, we are in the last phase of the cycle:...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 17, 2025

Welcome to a new week! We will soon be embarking on a new lunar cycle, but for now, we’re still in the waning crescent phase—the last of eight...

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‘Pebbling’ Is a Dating Trend I Can Actually Get Behind

Apparently, we can learn a thing or two about love from penguins.  Perhaps one of the most wholesome dating trends I’ve written about,...

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These 5 Dating Myths Are Why So Many Men Stay Single

We often hear dating advice directed toward women, but what about men? It seems all male daters have left are those old-fashioned rules like “play...

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5 Texting Tips to Improve Your Dating Life

I don’t know about you, but I’m the type of texter who either sends five messages in a row or doesn’t respond for ten days straight. (I know, I...

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The Northern Lights Put on Another Spectacular Show Last Night: See the Photos

Northern lights viewing is typically reserved for the “auroral oval,” which includes portions of northern Scandinavia, Iceland, Greenland, and...

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3 Zodiac Signs That Should Brace for Chaos During the Coming New Moon

Have you noticed the intensity in the air? That’s classic Mercury retrograde announcing its arrival. (Or perhaps it’s just frigid November...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 13, 2025

Happy Thursday! As we move closer to the weekend, we also move closer to the end of our current lunar cycle. We’ve officially made it to the last...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 12, 2025

Happy Wednesday! Today’s moon phase is the last quarter with about 50 percent illumination from the sun. If you have clear skies in your area...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 11, 2025

Happy Tuesday! Today’s moon phase is the waning gibbous with 56% illumination from the sun. If you happen to see the moon tonight, it will likely...

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4 Tips for Navigating the Emotional Grand Water Trine

If you’re into astrology at all, you likely know that the water signs are particularly emotional zodiac signs, often exposing vulnerabilities and...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 10, 2025

Happy Monday, and welcome to a new week! Today, we are still in the waning gibbous moon phase, which lasts for around seven days. The current moon is...

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6 Ways to Actually Build a Better Relationship With Yourself

You know what they say: the most important relationship you will ever have is with yourself. However, so many of us neglect ourselves while attempting...

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4 Poker Lessons That Will Help You Thrive in the Dating World

You can learn a lot about the game we call “dating” by playing poker. In fact, many poker strategies will ensure you excel in the dating scene....

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6 Ways Oversharing About Your Breakup Actually Helps You Get Over It

If you scroll on TikTok for just a few minutes, you’ll likely come across at least one person spilling the tea about their breakup. Some might say...

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Gen Z Are ‘Sledging’ Their Dates This Winter

It’s almost time to deck the halls, and to some toxic daters, that signals the start of the dating prowl. In fact, some even go so far as to choose...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 7, 2025

Happy Friday! We’re inching closer to the weekend, and as we do so, the moon is slowly losing light from the sun. We are currently in the waning...

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Jupiter Retrograde Is Coming, and These 3 Signs Will Feel It the Most

Heads up: this month is about to get chaotic. As if Mercury retrograde on November 9 wasn’t already enough, Jupiter retrograde begins just two days...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 6, 2025

Happy Thursday! How are you feeling coming off the powerful full supermoon? Today’s lunar phase is the waning gibbous, which is the phase directly...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 5, 2025

Happy Wednesday—and Happy Full Moon! That’s right, we’ve officially made it to November’s full moon. This particular full moon is called the...

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3 Signs Your Winter Libido Slump Isn’t Personal, It’s Seasonal

As we move into cuffing season, more people are worried about their dwindling libidos. (Yes, it’s a common winter worry.) When the weather cools and...

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5 Tips for Protecting Your Relationship During the Full Beaver Moon

Tomorrow’s full Beaver Moon will bring an intensity you might not be ready for—especially in your closest relationships. In fact, experts are...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 4, 2025

Happy Tuesday—and happy last day before the full moon! Today, the waxing gibbous phase will officially come to a close as we move into the full moon...

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As Cuffing Season Settles In, Beward of the Toxic Dating Trend ‘Winter Coating’

As if we need another brutal, cold-hearted dating trend going into the winter season… As the days get shorter and the temperatures get colder,...

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Gen Z Is Sharing Misery on Dates With ‘Grim-Keeping’

In dating, many experts stress the importance of compatibility. Do you share the same interests, passions, values, and lifestyle as your partner?...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 3, 2025

Happy Monday! I hope you had a spooky, festive Halloweekend. Are you ready for this week’s full moon? It’s coming up quickly, but for now, we’re...

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Night Owls vs Early Birds: This One Is ‘Cognitively Superior’

Would you consider yourself a night owl or an early bird? Apparently, one is considered “cognitively superior” to the other. While they might seem...

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People Are Paying $200 to Hug Strangers

Singles are getting so lonely and touch-deprived that they’re paying $200 to hug strangers. That’s right: this loneliness epidemic is impacting us...

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Holiday Horoscope: What Each Zodiac Sign Can Expect This Halloween

Happy Halloween to all who celebrate! Whether you’re dressing to the nines and hitting the town with your friends or sporting a Snoopy Halloween PJ...

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Today’s Moon Phase: October 31, 2025

Happy Friday, but more importantly, Happy Halloween! The moon is extremely important today, as it’s often associated with the spooky holiday. And...

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How to Banish Demonic Spirits, According to a Real Life Addams Family

Apparently, there’s a real-life modern version of the Addams family living in the UK today—and they shared some tips for keeping the bad spirits...

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Halloween Parties Are the New Dating Mixers: 5 Ways to Find Your Boo

Halloween is my favorite holiday—and for good reason. From the ideal brisk autumn weather and vibrant scenery to the mysterious and spooky energy,...

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Today’s Moon Phase: October 30, 2025

Happy Thursday! We’ve almost made it to the weekend, and we are just one day away from Halloween, which is often associated with the moon, by the...

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Today’s Moon Phase: October 29, 2025

Happy Wednesday! We are just two days away from Halloween, and the moon has officially transitioned into the first quarter moon, meaning it’s now...

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4 Zodiac Signs Most Likely to Ghost You This Halloween

With Halloween mere days away, some zodiac signs are getting into the holiday spirit by ghosting their partners. Wondering whether you’ll be the...

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7 Solo Halloween Ideas That Are a Total Vibe

Love spooky season, but have no one to spend the holiday with? Don’t worry—you’re not the only one, and you don’t have to miss out on...

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Today’s Moon Phase: October 27, 2025

Happy Monday! I hope you’re ready for a new week ahead, because this one is sure to be filled with intense energy—especially as we move closer to...

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5 Tips for Finally Moving on After a Nasty Breakup

Apparently, Breakup Day is coming up on December 11—just in time for the holidays.  Many people look to lock it down with someone before the cold...

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What is Menodivorce? The Midlife Marital Crisis No One Talks About.

In honor of Menopause Awareness Month, many people have been discussing a recent menopause hot topic: “menodivorce.” Menodivorce is essentially a...

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5 Ways To Protect Your Relationship From Daylight Saving Time Woes

The clocks are set to change Halloween weekend, with many of us gaining a beloved hour of sleep. And while it might feel like a positive in the...

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TikTok Dating Experts Are Ruining Your Love Life

TikTok can be an entertaining place to escape and zone out after a long day at work. However, oftentimes, it can also be a harmful one. Without...

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6 Signs Your Partner Is Cheating During the Holidays

The holidays are typically a time to gather with loved ones and secure a 1 for all the festivies. Many relationships deepen during the late...

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Today’s Moon Phase: October 24, 2025

Happy Friday and happy weekend! We’ve officially made it through another week, and with the moon currently in the zodiac sign of Sagittarius, the...

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3 Zodiac Signs That Will Experience Major Shakeups This Scorpio Season

Spooky season has been in full effect since the start of October, but Scorpio season (October 22 – November 21) has just begun, bringing an even...

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Today’s Moon Phase: October 23, 2025

Happy Thursday! As we near the weekend, the moon is slowly gaining illumination from the sun each night. We are currently in the waxing crescent...

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10 Iconic Spooky Songs for Your Halloween Playlist

I pride myself on creating the best mood-based and holiday-themed playlists. And since autumn is my favorite season of the year, and Halloween is my...

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Today’s New Moon in Libra Is Putting Your Relationships on Trial

Today’s new moon in Libra is bound to change your life as you know it—especially when it comes to your relationships. If you’ve been avoiding...

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5 Ways to Prepare for Winter and the Seasonal Affective Disorder That Comes With It

If you’re someone who suffers from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), you likely know just how debilitating winter can feel. According to the Mayo...

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