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Moon Phase for Today: August 15, 2025

Happy Friday! As we move into this weekend, you might be reminiscing on last weekend’s beautiful full moon.  Currently, we are in the waning...

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Current Moon Phase: August 13, 2025

Today’s moon on August 13, 2025, is the waning gibbous. Are you shocked? Probably not, considering we’ve been in the same phase for the past few...

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Would You Marry Someone Who Did This in Front of You on a Date?

I don’t know about you, but I could use some lighthearted relationship stories right about now. As I was scrolling through Reddit, I recently found...

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Current Moon Phase: August 11, 2025

Happy Monday! Welcome to a new start to the week, which begins under the waning gibbous moon phase. This particular phase of the lunar cycle follows...

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The Lazy Person’s Guide to Saving Both Your Relationship and Your Mental Health

Being in a relationship can be a beautiful gift, as supportive partners often provide a safe space to heal and grow. While you don’t want to rely on...

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Scientists May Have Found a Real-Life Pandora Orbiting Alpha Centauri A

Just 4.3 light-years away, Alpha Centauri A is shaping up to be more than just the star of a multibillion-dollar epic sci-fi James Cameron film series...

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Couples Are Booking ‘Make or Break’ Trips To Save Their Rocky Relationships

Summer is supposed to be the best time of the year, filled with freedom, warmth, and vacations. However, it can also be the most damaging—both to...

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Those Stupid Dating Trends Are Ruining Your Chance at Love

When something is “trending,” we often believe it’s for good reason. I mean, why else would it gain so much popularity? Why else would so many...

10.08.2025 10

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‘Cobwebbing’ Is a Rare Healthy Dating Trend—But It’s Not Easy

After a breakup, the last thing you likely want to do is cut your ex off cold turkey—even if you know it’s in your best interest. You want...

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Mother-in-Law ‘Sets the Tone’ by Smearing Cake Icing on Bride’s Face

You’ve probably seen the Jet2 holiday trend going around on TikTok right now. While some of the videos under the sound are hilarious, others are a...

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Current Moon Phase: August 8, 2025

Did you catch the gorgeous, nearly full moon last night? I don’t know about you, but any time I see her glow, I have to pull my car to the side of...

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Bookworms Are the New Hottest Match on Dating Apps

Good news for bookworms: you’re about to dominate the dating pool. Shocked? Honestly, as a book lover and author myself, I agree.  Back in the day,...

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The Sturgeon Full Moon Is Coming: Everything to Know

The next full moon will occur on Saturday, August 9, at 3:55 a.m. EST in the zodiac sign of Aquarius. Known as the Sturgeon Moon, August’s full moon...

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Current Moon Phase: August 5, 2025

Happy Tuesday! Today is August 5, 2025, and the moon is currently in the astrological sign of Sagittarius. We are still under a waxing gibbous moon....

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5 Reasons Men Are Giving Up On Dating

We often hear about dating horror stories from women, but plenty of men are experiencing dating woes as well. This Reddit post explored the reasons...

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3 Zodiac Signs Are in for a Lucky Month This August

Wondering what the stars have in store for you this August? Well, if you’re one of the three signs below, you’re in luck this month. Leo, Taurus,...

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Current Moon Phase: August 4, 2025

Each phase of the moon has its own illumination percentage, rising pattern, and even spiritual symbolism. Astrologers believe that working with the...

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5 Clear Signs They Are Actually Serious About You

Are today’s singles really still playing hard to get? Apparently, yes. “I see this constantly in my work,” said sex and relationship expert...

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TikTok’s Latest Obsession? Massive Iced Coffee Buckets.

Are you so addicted to caffeine that you’d prefer a bucket of iced coffee over a 16-oz cup? Well, you can actually order just that. That’s right:...

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What Is Betrayal Trauma and How Can You Deal With It?

Psychologist Jennifer Freyd introduced the concept of betrayal trauma in 1991. According to Freyd, this form of trauma typically occurs between a...

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These Emojis Could Mean Your Partner Is Cheating

Apparently, there’s a simple way to tell if your partner is cheating—and the internet is all over it. Look, I get it: across every social media...

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7 Ways Women Say Their Dating Standards Changed in Their 30s

As we get older and the dating world gets scarier, more and more women are shifting the way they approach dating. As I was browsing Reddit this...

03.08.2025 6

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Venus in Cancer 2025: Here’s What It Means for Your Zodiac Sign

Venus, the planet of love, beauty, and relationships, has officially entered ​​Cancer on July 30 and will stay there until August 25. Here’s...

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Current Moon Phase: July 30, 2025

In today’s segment of “WTF is the moon up to?”, we dive into the current moon phase: a waxing crescent moon in Libra.  For context, during the...

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Tired of Boring Coffee Dates? Give ‘Adrenaline Dating’ a Try.

When you think about an ideal first date, what comes to mind? Is it a beach picnic, drinks at your local pub, or a conversation over coffee downtown?...

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5 Questions to Ask Your Summer Fling Before the Season Ends

It’s nearly August, and summer flings are in full effect. But as we approach the end of this lustful season, it’s important to explore our...

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Are You Ready for the Lion’s Gate Portal, AKA the Best Day to Manifest?

Looking to manifest a whole new life for yourself (or maybe just a few extra bucks to fund a dream vacation)? Well, you’re in luck: the most...

29.07.2025 4

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The 3 Best Signs to Date for Leos

As we continue to settle into Leo season, it’s time to discuss some of the most compatible signs for the rockstars of the zodiac.  “As a Leo, you...

28.07.2025 4

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Mars in Virgo Is Here—These 4 Zodiac Signs Will Feel It the Most

Today marks a very special, very stressful day for many people—especially four specific zodiac signs. According to Neda Farr, resident astrologer at...

28.07.2025 4

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Shy Singles Are Using PowerPoint Presentations to Find Their Perfect Match

Have you ever wanted to pitch your friend to a group of eligible bachelors/bachelorettes? Well, apparently, you can do just that. That’s right:...

28.07.2025 2

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4 Crazy Bad Experiences That Made People Give Up On Dating

We’ve all had bad dating experiences that have made us want to throw in the towel. However, some point to more common, prevalent issues than others....

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Are You In a Quiet Relationship?

More and more people are opting to keep their relationships offline today. Also referred to as a “quiet relationship,” this dynamic has its pros...

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There’s a New Male Birth Control Pill Coming Soon—Does It Work?

Good news, gals: there’s a new birth control on the market. But this time, it won’t mess up our bodies or wreck our moods. Why? Because we won’t...

27.07.2025 5

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More People Are Ditching Commitment and Choosing Quantum Dating—Here’s Why

There’s a new dating buzzword (are we shocked?) that’s taking the internet by storm: quantum dating. Is it as fancy and scientific as it sounds?...

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5 Compliments You Shouldn’t Give Your Partner

Most people have the purest intentions when complimenting their partner. Statements like “You’re so beautiful” and “You’re the kindest...

27.07.2025 5

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5 Green Flags to Look For When Dating—With to Real-Life Examples

Dating can be terrifying today, even for the most secure individuals. You can never be fully sure of someone’s intentions, especially early on in a...

26.07.2025 4

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10 Ways to Ruin a First Date Within 60 Seconds

We all know it doesn’t take long for some people to show their true colors and sabotage a potential romantic connection. I stumbled upon a...

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Are They Breadcrumbing You? It’s a Dating Red Flag We’ve All Experienced.

Have you ever experienced “breadcrumbing” in a relationship? If so, you’re definitely not alone. Breadcrumbing is essentially a manipulation...

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10 Petty Reasons Real People Have Turned Down Dates

We’ve all experienced “icks” and other instant turn-offs that have made us turn down a date. Whether it’s something as deep as differences in...

24.07.2025 4

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Ghostlighting Is the Dating Trend Even Worse Than Ghosting

Let’s set the scene: you’re on a date with someone you met on Hinge or Bumble or whatever app you’ve been using. It’s going extremely...

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Are You Trapped In a Trauma Bond? It’s Probably Not What You Think.

Terms like “gaslighting” and “narcissism” have taken over the internet in recent years. And while many of these buzzwords are overused, they...

22.07.2025 4

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These 4 Dating Trends Are Horrible, But We Just Keep Following Them

No such luck in the dating scene? You’re not alone—and there’s a reason (or two) for it. Today’s daters are carrying out harmful dating trends...

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I Found Love When I Stopped Dating My ‘Type’

According to recent research, 4 in 10 adults feel their partner is “not their type on paper”—yet are still fulfilled in their relationship....

21.07.2025 4

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Workplace ’Boreout’ Is Real. Here’s How to Fix It.

You’ve heard of burnout—you know, the emotionally depleted state many of us are reaching in our careers and even personal lives. However, have you...

21.07.2025 7

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Is ‘Princess Treatment’ a Harmless Trend or a Huge Red Flag?

Social media always has a way of labeling the most minor of “trends” in dating, one of the more recent ones being “princess treatment.”...

21.07.2025 4

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Is a Human Version of Your Pet the Ultimate Date? These People Think So.

On today’s segment of “wtf is going on with society?”, we are exploring the idea of…well, dating the human version of our pets. Yes, you read...

21.07.2025 5

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4 Oddly Specific Signs a Date Is Going Horribly Wrong, According to Waiters

Have you ever endured a date so chaotic and jaw-dropping that you felt embarrassed just to be there? You’re definitely not alone. I recently...

20.07.2025 7

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4 Breaking Points in Relationships That Signal It’s Time To Walk Away

We all have our breaking points—especially in romantic relationships. When something simply isn’t working or is causing more harm than good, we...

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What To Do if Your Partner Shuts Down During Arguments

Are you dating someone—or are you someone yourself—who shuts down during arguments or tough conversations? This is a typical response to conflict,...

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3 Reasons Therapy Speak Is Ruining Your Relationship

While it’s beneficial to be aware of various conditions and recognize distinct patterns of behavior within relationships, overusing such labels can...

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