Why Gen X Women Are Staying Single and Crushing It
Gen X women are staying single by choice, and it’s not because we “couldn’t find anyone.” It’s because we’ve found…
Category: Love and Relationships
Discover advice on communication, dating, love, intimacy, and marriage. From navigating the nuances of modern dating to creating deep, meaningful connections, this section discusses the various aspects of relationships.
What Emotional Safety in a Relationship Really Looks Like
Vulnerability is the cost of true intimacy. It means showing up as your full self, the confident, and the scared…
Why Men Mistake Kindness For Flirting
So, you’re just being nice… but he thinks you’re into him. If this sounds familiar, and you’ve been caught in…
3 Brutal Questions to Ask Before Leaving a Relationship
If you’re standing at the edge of your relationship wondering, “Should I stay or go?”—this is for you. We’re diving…
7 Burning Examples of Trauma Adaptation in Relationships
Trauma adaptation in relationships is a survival dance we learn (usually unconsciously) when past emotional injuries teach us certain behaviors…
9 Shocking Ways Men Use Anger as Control in Relationships
Anger as control has been a running theme throughout my entire marriage, so it’s a topic I’ve had a lot…
11 Types of Men Who Get Dumped: Brutal Reasons Women Leave
As a relationship writer, I’ve encountered tons of mind-blowing, way out of left field comments from men who get dumped.…
7 Crazy Ways ADHD Affects Love: Not Just Forgetfulness
I recently learned I have ADHD. I’ve known something was “off” about my way of thinking since I was a…
9 Reasons Men Settle for Bad Marriages: The Brutal Truth
I’m stuck in this situation of a tolerable level of permanent unhappiness with my husband. I’ve often wondered why he…
9 Ways Intermittent Reinforcement Keeps You Stuck in Toxic Relationships
I used to think my husband was just extremely moody. He had this pattern of being mean, then nice, mean,…
Why Some Men Hate Single Moms: 9 Shocking Reasons
When I first began as a relationship writer, I was often taken aback by the comments guys make, especially when…
9 Dangerous Lies Men Believe to Justify Their Infidelity
Do men cheat because they feel they are a “prize”? Or is it something else? People cheat for different reasons,…
Parental Emotional Enmeshment Trauma: 7 Reasons Why Children Should Never Be Born With Jobs
A friend once told me that kids should never come into this world with jobs. I was young, and at…
Childhood Emotional Neglect’s Part in Toxic Relationships: 14 Powerful Insights
Childhood emotional neglect’s part in toxic relationships is like an invisible wound that many of us Gen-X kids carried into…
9 Absurd Reasons Why Happily Single Women Trigger Men
Some men just can’t handle the concept of women being genuinely happy without them. It’s baffling, isn’t it? Why do…
Why Marriage Gets Harder After 50: 9 Unique Challenges
Marriage gets harder after 50 for many reasons, and these challenges can sneak up on even the strongest couples. This…
Stonewalling vs Silent Treatment: 9 Big Differences to Know
You’re sitting across from your partner, the silence between you like a thick, cement wall. Earlier, they stonewalled you, completely…
50 Painful Signs of an Emotionally Unavailable Husband
It took me years to finally see that I married an emotionally unavailable husband. Years of feeling unseen and unheard.…
Stages of Emotional Healing: 7 Challenging Steps Toward Growth
Healing emotionally is not a straight path—it’s a messy, winding road with its fair share of bumps, detours, and moments…
Dry Spell or Dead Bedroom? How to Tell the Difference
Dry Spell vs. Dead Bedroom: How to Tell the Difference—and What to Do About It Feeling like your love life…
Can Your Relationship Thrive With One Partner Still Partying?
When the Party Stops, Does Love Survive? One day, the late nights, loud music, and endless rounds of drinks don’t…
9 Toxic Excuses That Wreck Marriages: Stop the Blame Game
Tired of hearing excuses that keep you stuck in an endless loop with your partner? Does it seem like no…
9 Clear Signs He’ll Fail As A Life Partner
A strong, lasting relationship requires trust, emotional availability, and a commitment to growth from both partners. Some men, though, reveal…
Lonely Misfits: 9 Reasons the Incel Movement Traps Men
The incel movement, a dark corner of the internet fueled by self-pity and toxic misogyny, doesn’t just swallow up lonely…
