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You know about the dreaded “situationship,” aka the toxic dating trend that blurs the line between turning casual and committed. But what about...
Mercury—the planet of communication and intellect—has officially moved into the earth sign of Virgo, a highly organized and analytical sign. For...
Legendary actor Tim Curry, who became a household name with his role as the iconic Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975), died on...
When it comes to online dating, many people feel uncomfortable meeting up with a complete stranger for drinks or dinner. To get a better understanding...
What better way to wrap up summer than with a powerful lunar eclipse? Occurring on the night of August 27 and into the early morning hours of August...
Unfortunately, dating in 2026 pretty much involves labeling a bunch of toxic, disturbing behaviors and patterns as “dating trends.” The latest?...
In astrology, your Venus sign is all about love, magnetism, confidence, and beauty. For example, if you have a Venus in Aries like me, you might...
Over the last year, I’ve received more diagnoses (and suspected ones as well) than I know what to do with, some impacting my mental health,...
With the rise of “grandma hobbies” and social clubs, it’s clear Gen Z is seeking more pleasure and community in their lives. There’s only so...
If you’re active on social media, you likely have seen the “whimsy” trend going around. Whimsy involves adding joy and color (literally and...
Are you ready for the next full moon—the last of the summer? Well, you better buckle up, because it’s not just any ordinary full moon. In fact,...
As we get older, many of us outgrow certain hobbies, passions, and even people. Naturally, we lose touch with friends through certain life stages,...
With September just around the corner, what better time than to jump into yet another monthly “dating theory”? (Thankfully, this one is a bit more...
The “Never Broke a Bone” Theory has been going viral on TikTok for quite some time now, pushing the narrative that if you’ve been spared from...
We all know that boundaries are important self-protective tools, but can they become too strict, controlling, or avoidant? Many people claim they’re...
I recently read an article that described the most dangerous and manipulative type of person as someone who doesn’t flat-out lie, but instead tells...
During times of heightened stress or crisis, many of us lean on our resilience, or our ability to recover from and adapt to setbacks or traumatic...
We often talk about getting comfortable in a relationship as though it’s a negative thing, but there’s a major difference between comfort and...
Losing friends is never easy, but it’s an inevitable part of life. Over time, we outgrow certain relationships or perhaps even experience friendship...
If everyone understood the positive impacts of exercise on our sex lives, then surely more of us would be lacing up our sneakers and carving out time...
Today, it seems everyone is expecting perfection from those around them, but rarely from themselves. When it comes to dating, we have ridiculously...
There are many reasons couples end up divorced, from lost feelings and growing apart to neglect and betrayal. However, according to relationship...
Growing up, you might have heard something along the lines of, “If someone is mean to you, it just means they like you!” While this behavior might...
The fixed signs—Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius—will experience quite the luck today, August 18th. Here’s what they can expect. 1. Taurus...
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,...