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With August officially upon us (I mean, we’re already somehow a week into the month!), many people are dreading the end of summer. This phenomenon...
You’ve heard of the fight-or-flight response; what about the tend-and-befriend? Coined by social psychologist Dr. Shelley E. Taylor and her research...
The most common advice I’ve received post-breakup was “just block them,” as if it’s that easy to shut out the person who used to be your best...
Apparently, there’s a new college dating trend going around, but it isn’t actually all that new in theory. Coined by Natalia Castillo,...
One of the most common yet troublesome family dynamics is enmeshment, and it can be detrimental to your individuality and personal relationships,...
Many people believe couples therapy is a negative, last-resort solution to a troubled relationship. However, like individual therapy, it can serve as...
We all know inflation is adding more stress to our everyday lives, but what about its impact on dating? It’s so bad out there that there’s a new...
When facing relationship conflict of any sort, some people use harsh measures to avoid confrontation. Actions like blocking or even just ignoring the...
Over the weekend, I may or may not have tested my Italian skin by sitting on the beach without sunscreen. In my defense, I did apply SPF eventually,...
If you’re on social media at all, you’ve likely heard of the term “work wife” or “work husband,” which describes a fake-spouse...
With the rise of social media, many daters have noticed an uptick in digital jealousy—and often for good reason. Many people use social media and...
More singles are seeking risky dating partners just to experience an adrenaline spike. In fact, there’s a new (sometimes dangerous) dating trend...
We are currently in the midst of the highly anticipated annual Lion’s Gate Portal. Are you ready for its energetic peak on August 8? Here’s what...
August has finally arrived, and with it comes a whole lotta luck for some zodiac signs. Wondering if you’re among the blessed? Here are the five...
I’ll never forget hanging out with a group of friends in college when one of my friends brought his new girlfriend along. She was sweet, bubbly, and...
If you’re looking to strengthen your relationship, curiosity is one of the best ways to do it, according to a recent article in The Washington Post....
Artificial intelligence (AI) has many downfalls and concerning impacts on the environment and economy. Still, many people use AI chatbots like ChatGPT...
Have you ever wondered about the different dating standards, goals, and expectations of each generation? Perhaps you’ve noticed your parents’ or...
There’s no better time to fall in love than when you’re feeling confident and relaxed in a luxurious location—while on vacation. In fact,...
As someone who’s battled severe anxiety and OCD since I was six years old, one of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned over time was the...
We all know that vacations can bring out the best of us. For one thing, we’re typically in our most relaxed states, flowing through the days rather...
Situationships are unfortunately commonplace today. In fact, many singles will spend months with a noncommittal partner, justifying the other...
Let’s be honest: first dates are awkward. No matter how much you might enjoy the person’s company, the pressure of getting to know someone...
If your relationship is based solely on your attraction to your partner, you might want to rethink the depth of your connection. Sure, attraction and...
There’s a popular dating trend resurfacing this summer, and it’s bound to waste your time and drain your hopeless romantic heart. “Benching”...
One of the most important features of a healthy relationship is mutual respect, even during tense or challenging moments. Unfortunately, however,...
If you’ve ever seen the romantic comedy Holidate, you’re likely familiar with the concept of a stand-in “plus-one” for various seasonal...
The Buck Moon is rising tonight, July 29th, in the air sign of Aquarius, bringing with it an intensity unlike any other—and some zodiac signs will...
Did you know there’s a total solar eclipse coming up on August 12? Visible across parts of Greenland, Iceland, Russia, and Spain, this eclipse is...
I recently wrote an article about the latest dating trend called “friendfluence,” which essentially involves letting your friends influence your...
During the early morning hours of tomorrow, July 25, Neptune in Aries will be sextiling Pluto in Aquarius, bringing much-needed luck and relief after...
The moon is a powerful celestial body, controlling the ocean’s tides and stabilizing the Earth’s climate. In fact, many people even believe the...
Sometimes, we don’t realize how unhealthy our relationship dynamics are until we hear external opinions or input. When in love, many people overlook...
Apparently, every month has a “theory” attached to it, thanks to social media and the pool of “dating experts” sharing their input. But hey,...
Are you ready for July’s powerful full moon? Taking place next week in the sign of Aquarius, this particular moon will bring a rare intensity and...
According to Stanford Medicine, between 24 and 50 million Americans have an autoimmune disease, and—of those individuals—as many as 4 out of 5 are...
Bad news for my boyfriend, who likes to call out my coffee addiction: Drinking five cups of coffee per day is totally fine. In fact, it might actually...
When you dive into the dating scene, you might be tempted to share your experiences with loved ones. That horrid first date story would be a hit in...
As someone who’s worked remotely for years now, and who has lived alone for the majority of that time, I can attest to the idea that remote work...
Apparently, there’s a new lifestyle trend going around that’s taking a page out of France’s book. The “French Sunday” is the ultimate act of...
Did you know there’s a massive solar eclipse coming up in August? Occurring in the fire sign of Leo, this astrological event will bring heightened...
You’ve heard of catfishing, the awful dating trend that involves intentionally misleading a person by using fake photos or information to lure them...
Would you let your friend be the copilot of your love life? A new dating trend called “friendfluence” shows that many singles are trusting their...
Empathy and grace are important in relationships, but sometimes, we can take them too far, neglecting ourselves in the process. This often leads to...
Dating an emotionally immature partner can be exhausting and even infuriating at times. Though they’re not a bad person, per se, they can make...
Emotional neglect is one of the most confusing experiences in romantic relationships. Many people don’t even realize what’s happening until it’s...
So many men (and women, depending on the relationship) will say their wife left them “out of nowhere,” but many times, that’s not actually the...
If you’re into astrology, you might have heard of the powerful, lucky transit we’re experiencing right now. Also known as the Barbault Basket,...
More and more people are booking “sleepcations”—aka vacations dedicated entirely to catching up on sleep. If that doesn’t tell you how burned...
Have you ever stopped and wondered what type of “spender” you are? (If not, consider yourself lucky. I, for one, feel guilty even buying groceries...