While long-distance love might not be easy, it can help couples deepen their bond through strong communication and increased trust. But developing and maintaining love across vast distances isn’t for everyone. Whether you’re currently in a long-distance relationship (LDR), contemplating one, or simply curious about the upsides and downsides, we’ve got you covered. Let’s take […]
No matter if it was a mutual split or drama-filled mess, breakups can be tough. Even if you know deep down you don’t belong with your ex, you still might find yourself thinking about them or obsessing over what could have been. After all, you dedicated a lot of time and energy to that relationship, […]
When it comes to dating in 2024, learning how to communicate with your partner is the key to your relationship’s success. It lets you both convey your thoughts, feelings, and needs, which helps build your bond and create a stronger connection. Without proper communication, it’s easy for your lines to get crossed, leading to misunderstandings, […]
If you’re in a relationship, you might be wondering if you’ve found the ideal person with whom you plan to spend the rest of your life. But how do you know? Looking for green flags is one of the best ways to assess the health of your relationship. Follow along to learn more about green […]
There are so many decisions to make when you’re dating: saying yes or no to a second date, reaching out to someone again, deciding if you’re interested in them enough, choosing whether to date casually or seriously, and so on and so on. It can be A LOT. But we’re here today to help you […]
For most online daters, the point of sifting through endless profiles remains clear: They want a relationship with a future. Getting one, of course, may prove easier said than done, but for those approaching long-term commitment, thankfully, here’s how to map the course of your progression. The Honeymoon Stage Characteristics of the Honeymoon Phase Undoubtedly […]
It’s not uncommon to fall into a pattern of overthinking and rumination. Many of us will, and do, when what’s on the line matters to us, relationally and otherwise. Still, many of us also recognize the fine line between the sharpened focus of a problem-solving mindset and the stuck feeling we experience when we think […]
As the name would suggest, one-sided relationships often skew to the wants, needs, and, ultimately, the will power of one in a two-person relationship. Sustainable for a time, eventually the regular expectation of accommodating to another’s needs, in the absence of reciprocity, wears on the more giving partner. Meanwhile, the taker in the relationship grows […]
What is a Codependent Relationship? Understanding Codependency Despite what its name would suggest, codependency is defined as a one-sided, warped, and compensatory style of relationship, in which a person who lacks a firm identity leans on another for support. Because codependent symptomology develops gradually, it’s possible to slip into a codependent dynamic over time, after […]
Assessing Whether the Relationships Is Worth Saving Is your relationship worth saving? It’s not an easy question to ask, nor answer, but it is, of course, an important one. So let’s explore strategies to one, gather perspective on your own relationship, and two, decide whether the damage is salvageable. Identifying the Root Causes of the […]
Even in a secure, healthy relationship, it’s natural for questions to arise as to emotional cheating, a broad and encompassing term meant to describe the gray area around non-physical cheating. Unlike classic infidelity, which hinges on physical acts, emotional cheating is an umbrella term and can include otherwise innocent behaviors, like intimate disclosure. Generally, then, […]
We live in an era of dating apps and swiping, an era where so many of the connections we forge can feel fleeting. After all, there are so many other potential options out there! But the fact remains that a lot of folks, including those in the LGBTQ+ community, still really want a committed partner. […]
