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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....

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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...

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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.”...

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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...

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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...

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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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Summer Shading Is the Worst Dating Trend of 2025

As we reach the peak of summer, I can’t seem to get Lana Del Rey’s infamous lyrics out of my head: “Hot summer nights, mid-July…” This time...

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Dating Someone New? Don’t Ignore These 5 Potential Red Flags.

In the early stages of dating, when everything is lighthearted and fresh, it’s easy to miss the warning signs of a potentially unhealthy or...

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It’s Officially Mercury Retrograde. Here’s How Not to Lose Your Mind.

Bad news, all: it’s officially Mercury Retrograde. If you don’t know what that means, well, let’s just say summer is about to get a little...

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Lavender Marriages Are Rising in Popularity Again—Here’s Why

Unless you live under a rock, you’ve likely heard of the term “lavender marriage,” which basically involves one queer individual marrying...

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The 3 Worst Signs to Date for Leos

Astrology often gets a bad rep. You might instantly roll your eyes when you hear your friends or strangers discuss their zodiac signs and birth...

17.07.2025 2

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Can the Cinderella Rule Save Your Sex Life?

Finding time and energy to sustain a regular sex life can be difficult in even the healthiest of relationships. However, some couples are finding...

16.07.2025 4

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5 Reasons Why Modern Dating Sucks

It’s no shock that many people are struggling to find lasting love and strong relationships today. With the dating apps and social media altering...

15.07.2025 2

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Are You ‘Quiet Cracking’ in the Workplace?

We’ve all heard of the countless dating buzzwords, but what about those describing workplace trends? Seeing as we spend much of our precious time...

14.07.2025 6

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8 Signs You and Your Partner Need Couples Therapy

Just as every individual can benefit from therapy, every couple can benefit, too. However, sometimes, there are specific reasons to seek professional...

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Introducing ‘Banksying’—the Latest Toxic Dating Trend

There’s a toxic dating trend called “banksying” going around, and it says all we need to know about modern dating. Basically, it’s a selfish...

14.07.2025 3

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People Are Using AI to Help Them Dump Their Partners

The use of artificial intelligence is vast. From answering deep, philosophical questions to drafting advertising copy to create images, AI seems to be...

13.07.2025 2

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The Internet Says You Shouldn’t Date Someone Who Collects Labubus

Do you have a Labubu?  And if not (or if so…), would you date someone else who has a Labubu? (Do you even know what a Labubu is?) A Labubu is a...

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Are You the Black Cat or the Golden Retriever in Your Relationship?

Have you heard of the infamous black cat and golden retriever duo in dating? Many theorize that the ideal relationship, whether romantic or platonic,...

13.07.2025 4

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Are Your ‘Mokitas’ Ruining Your Relationship?

Have you ever heard of the term “mokita?” You probably have a few of your own… “Mokita” is a Papua New Guinea word that basically refers to...

13.07.2025 3

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The ‘July Theory’ Is About to Stir Up Your Love Life

You’ve likely heard of the various monthly theories circling around on TikTok. For example, many have coined the term “April Theory” to describe...

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Are You Fawning in Relationships?

You’ve likely heard of the trauma responses of fight, flight, and freeze—but have you heard of “fawn?” This often overlooked response is a...

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WATCH: Siren Kings, the World’s Loudest Subculture

New Zealand has a major noise complaint on its hands: Siren Kings. Since 2010, the self-proclaimed Siren Kings, a community of music-loving creatives...

11.07.2025 7

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Should You Warn Your Cheating Ex’s New Partner?

Something that isn’t talked about much is how to handle cheating post-breakup, when it comes to your cheating ex moving on with someone new. It’s...

11.07.2025 10

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You’re Way More Likely to Be Ghosted in Mercury Retrograde

If you’re into astrology or surrounded by people who are passionate about zodiac signs, you’ve likely heard of Mercury retrograde. There’s a ton...

10.07.2025 3

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6 Driving Styles and What They Say About Your Sex Life

Apparently, the way you hold the steering wheel can reveal how freaky you are in bed. Yes, you read that right. Our behavior behind the wheel...

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‘Contra-Dating’ Is a Dating Trend I Can Actually Get Behind

Usually, when a new dating trend comes up, I want to rip my hair out. However, I recently stumbled upon the term “contra-dating,” and for once,...

06.07.2025 3

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These Are the 3 Most Common Breakup Strategies

Breaking up with someone is never easy, no matter the circumstance. Whether you still love the person or have lost feelings for them over time, ending...

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Are You a People Pleaser? 3 Ways to Stop People-Pleasing in Your Romantic Relationship.

Have you ever found yourself in a relationship where you gave, gave, gave while actively neglecting your own needs? You might be a people pleaser....

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Should You Share Your Location With Your Partner? The Internet Is Arguing About It.

The rise of technology in the last few decades has changed the way we interact with one another. We’re constantly expected to be available for...

05.07.2025 10

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Are Your Expectations Too High? How to Set Realistic Standards in Relationships.

I’ll never forget when I started dating again after a massive breakup during the pandemic, starting over after a 5 year relationship. I was lost,...

05.07.2025 10

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75% of Men Want a ‘Summer Fling’ This Year. Here’s How to Stay Safe Among Casual Daters.

A new survey by dating app Hily found that 37% of women and 75% of men (Gen Z and Millennials) are craving a summer fling this year. However,...

05.07.2025 10

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10 Questions To Avoid Asking Newlyweds on Their Wedding Day

Weddings are often viewed as the most important day of a couple’s life. There’s a wild amount of pressure for everything to run smoothly. Bringing...

04.07.2025 10

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Are You Pouring From an Empty Cup in Your Relationship?

We’ve all been there: trapped in a relationship dynamic where we’re constantly overextending ourselves, depleting our own energy without receiving...

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Americans Are So Stressed About Money They Can’t Even Have Sex

A new study has found that a quarter of Americans are too financially stressed to have sex. Well, unlike the people behind these stats, that blows....

04.07.2025 3

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Are You Being Cookie-Jarred? This Dating Trend Is Not as Sweet as It Sounds.

Have you ever dated someone who gave you juuuuuust enough to keep you hooked, yet not nearly enough to justify an actual relationship? We’ve all...

03.07.2025 6

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The ‘Man of the Year’ Trend Is Taking Over TikTok

Have you heard of the “Man of the Year” trend on TikTok?  Popular singer Lorde recently released “Man Of The Year,” a powerful song about...

02.07.2025 4

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5 Relationship Books That Will Change Your Love Life

Love and dating often bring out the worst—and sometimes the best—in all of us. It’s where all our triggers and insecurities show up, and it can...

30.06.2025 3

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‘Throning’ Is a New Dating Trend, and I’m About to Rip My Hair Out

I don’t know about you, but all these “trends” and “theories” are driving me a little nuts—especially when it comes to dating. Apparently,...

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4 Ways to Stop Feeling So Insecure in Your Relationship

If you’re into psychology, you’ve likely heard about the attachment styles, like avoidant and anxious. It seems we’re all striving toward...

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How To Overcome Writer’s Block—for Good This Time

If you’re a writer—especially for a living—you know how easy it is to fall into writer’s block. In fact, I’ve currently been battling the...

29.06.2025 10

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5 Pre-Date Rituals To Help Ease Your Nerves

With first dates packing so much anxiety, it helps to have an individualized getting-ready process that helps ease the nerves. Or, as the internet...

29.06.2025 10

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Are You Emotionally ‘Leaking’ All Over Your Partner?

Have you ever told your partner you were “fine” even though you felt an internal rage so strong that it scared you? Or maybe you brushed off an...

29.06.2025 10

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4 Signs You’re More Likely to Fall Victim to Gaslighting

If you’re online at all in today’s day and age, you’ve likely heard of the term “gaslighting.” According to the National Domestic Violence...

28.06.2025 10

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Why Weaponized Incompetence Is Ruining Your Relationship

With the word “manchild” currently trending (thanks to Sabrina Carpenter), I think all of us are reflecting on our dating patterns and the...

28.06.2025 6

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AI Is Contributing to the Rise in Sextortion on Dating Apps

AI might be helpful in some cases, but I think we can all agree it comes with dangerous risks: one of them being sextortion scams. Now, dating app...

28.06.2025 6

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Teen’s Cocaine Bender Left Him in a Coma With ‘Devil Eyes’

A man from Salisbury in Wiltshire ended up in a coma with “devil eyes” after a five-day cocaine bender.  At the time in 2021, Dave Mullen was...

27.06.2025 10

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5 Tips for Working Through Hard Times in a Relationship

Every relationship, no matter how healthy and happy, goes through ups and downs. To endure the more difficult phases, each partner must be willing to...

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