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2017

If You’re Going To Love—Damn it, Love With Intention

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If you’re going to love, love like you mean it.

By Marisa Donnelly, 28 Dec 2017

There Has Never Been A Better Time Than Now To Be Single

There has never been as many single, unmarried people as there are right now — not just in the Western world, but globally. And collectively, single people dominate as the most powerful demographic of people.

By January Nelson, 28 Dec 2017

If You’re Only Going To Give Her Half-Assed Love, You Need To Let Her Go

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Let her go, because you know deep down you don’t really care about her.

By Molly Burford, 28 Dec 2017

You Are Strong For Making It Through 2017

Girl in 2017

Your 2017 was not a failure. Your 2017 was a success because you are still alive and breathing, heart beating. You are still here after all of the bullshit that the year brought you. 

By Holly Riordan, 28 Dec 2017

11 Strengths You Gain When You Realize Self-Love Is A Process, Not A Fixed Point

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The strength to love your mess, even when you feel unworthy.

By Marisa Donnelly, 28 Dec 2017

Here’s The Biggest Thing That Holds You Back In Life, Based On Your Zodiac Sign

two people in a pool underwater

Geminis must learn to communicate in their own way and see the beauty of their unique expression.

By Lumi Ketten, 28 Dec 2017

Honestly, Life Is Too Short To Waste With Someone Like You

Girl who realizes life is too short

Life is too short to waste with someone who doesn’t value me. With someone who only cares about me sometimes. With someone whose version of love differs so drastically from mine. 

By Holly Riordan, 28 Dec 2017

Stop Taking Care Of Other People, Take Care Of Yourself

Girl who takes care of other people

You need to start treating yourself with the same amount of love you have been giving everyone else.

By Holly Riordan, 28 Dec 2017

This Boy Didn’t Get Everything He Wanted For Christmas, So He Decided To Get Back At Santa With These Hilarious Letters

a letter to santa and some presents

His parents decided to send him a letter from “Santa” to teach him a lesson, but then it became an all out war.

By Callie Byrnes, 28 Dec 2017

17 People Describe Things They Witnessed As Children That Scarred Them For Life

17 People Describe Things They Witnessed As Children That Scarred Them For Life

“Woke up to the gunshot of my mother being killed by my father.”

By Lorenzo Jensen III, 28 Dec 2017

18 Beauty Resolutions Every Woman Should Make For 2018

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Commit to finding a hairstylist who you trust and adore.

By Molly Burford, 28 Dec 2017

On Romanticizing Brokenness, And Our Fear Of Feeling Good

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Why is it that sometimes it feels easier to be broken than to heal?

By Marisa Donnelly, 28 Dec 2017

Date Someone Who Double Texts

Girl who double texts

Date someone who texts you after hanging out with you to say they had a great time and can’t wait to see you again. 

By Holly Riordan, 28 Dec 2017

It Takes A Real Man To Date The Woman Who Is Used To Being On Her Own

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The only way for her to truly relate and accept a significant other into her life is if he has done the same.

By Jordan Lueder, 28 Dec 2017

17 People Describe Falling In Love With Someone They Hated At First

17 People Describe Falling In Love With Someone They Hated At First

“He would not shut up about how awesome he thought he was.”

By Lorenzo Jensen III, 28 Dec 2017

This Is Why The Girls Who Were Always Single Have A Hard Time Falling In Love

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The perpetually single girl isn’t devoid of love. On the contrary, she loves deeply and whole-heartedly, but has learned to protect herself from loving the wrong people.

By Katiuscia Maria, 28 Dec 2017

Love Is NOT Enough And 16 Other Things You Learn About Relationships When You’re Finally In A Good One

Love Is NOT Enough

Love will feel different than you imagined it could.

By Brianna Wiest, 28 Dec 2017

Please Stop Doubting Yourself When You Are Happy

Be Happy

I want you to know this. YOU DESERVE TO BE HAPPY.

By Nikita Gill, 27 Dec 2017

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