After thinking long and hard on this, it really dawned on me how we’re all afraid to admit just how much we settle for things in life. I mean, on days we don’t feel like putting in the effort to cook, we settle for something to eat that’s quick and not always nutritious, right? And […]
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If your partner has an anxious attachment style, what you say matters Those who actually read this post are most likely to have an anxious attachment style (not to be confused with the fearful avoidant attachment). Because, alas, I find that it’s the anxiously attached partners who are also more likely to seek out answers
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I notice this quite a bit – men who genuinely believe their relationship is *improving* when actually it’s the opposite. She’s moved on, like done-zo – checked out of the relationship. I don’t totally understand men’s logic on this one (granted, women share this, too, just *different*) but I imagine it’s simply because the arguing,
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I love Christmas, but I will admit I have a very different kind of love for the season and its traditions, especially now that I am married. And I think Christmas traditions for couples are super important in relationships and marriage. This involves including your spouse when it comes to favorite pastimes and Holiday traditions,
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You know what I noticed? The number of articles out there that cater to single women…looking for a relationship. From tips to feeling less lonely to the very things a single woman probabbbbbbly doesn’t care to hear. The list goes on and on and on. Lawd, though – single women don’t want to be told
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The key word here is *after* a first date. That means you’ve said your good-byes and parted ways. If he likes you and wants to see you again, there are signs he is interested in you after a first date, and ways he will SHOW you. Frankly, these three are likely ones you’ve already heard
Or, for those who may need better clarity, here’s to detecting the guy who’s only in it for the sex. But more importantly, the ways to find a man after your heart, not a body count. Still, sometimes it’s much easier to find Waldo in villain form first, so that’s the focus here. This post
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It’s no surprise – we’re already quick to label clinginess by its select and stereotypical qualities. But what are some of the brushed-under-the-rug signs of a clingy relationship? You know, the soft spots we’re not really ready to touch on, or admit. This isn’t talked about as much, but the damaging effects – IMO –
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I’m not afraid to admit it – as a married woman, relationship-care and self-care are congruently interconnected. Relationship-care is also self-care, yet why is this statement so combative? That’s a personal question to ask and unpack yourself. Putting effort into and towards my marriage ultimately makes me *feel good*, as it should! The same way
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If you’re looking for Love, dating can be hard, especially in a very digital-focused, online-based world. From simply meeting people to actually getting to know them has changed, and not necessarily to a better alternative. Maybe getting a date isn’t the problem – that’s why I came up with five important, self-reflective questions to ask
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