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6 Signs That You’re Wasting Your Time On The Wrong Person
This person is directing their effort elsewhere. You know they aren’t lazy because they can put in the work when the time is right. The problem is, they’re not putting…
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5 Shows To Watch If You Liked ‘Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story’
Once you’re done binging Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, here are a few more docuseries to keep your true crime cup full.
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8 Sci-Fi Movies From The ’80s You Should Stream If You Loved ‘Stranger Things’
Here are 8 totally rad 80s sci-fi movies to scratch that Stranger Things itch.
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15 Years Later, Can We Finally Admit ‘Paranormal Activity’ Isn’t Spooky Or Scary At All?
Paranormal Activity positioned itself as the natural successor to The Blair Witch Project, but it’s one yawn after the other.
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7 Foolproof Ways To Be A Master At Relationships
Some people are just good at relationships. Other people are awful at them and live life on a seesaw of high hopes and crushing heartbreak and disappointment.
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Important Things You Learn Growing Up Best Friends With Your Cousins
Here are the biggest lessons you learn when you grow up best friends with your cousins. You learn that the right people will always understand you. Your cousins…
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7 Signs Someone Is A Total Energy Vampire
You feel emotionally drained after every conversation with them. This person is always involved in some sort of drama. They always have a problem with a friend, a partner, a…
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I’m Tired Of Trying So Hard And Still Getting Screwed Over
I’m tired of trying so hard to be a good person and getting it thrown back in my face. I’m tired of people treating me in the most hurtful, heartbreaking…
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Here Is Why You’re Wrong About Playing Hard To Get
The men who end up committing intensely are the ones who see the woman as their partner, the woman who “gets” them, the woman who’s on their side, the woman…
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6 Cases Of Review Bombing That Proved The Internet Is Not Okay
Reviewers bombed these movies and shows before they even saw them–and they turned out to be all wrong.
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6 Shows To Watch After Binging ‘A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder’
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder is a quick six-episode binge, so here are six shows to watch after finishing.
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The 7 Funniest Movie Villains We Can’t Get Enough Of
From authoritarian university deans to cartoonish supervillains bent on world domination, here are some of the funniest movie villains we’ve seen in the entertainment industry yet.
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Ways You’re Making Modern Dating SO Much Harder Than It Already Is
It’s been said many times before and it will be said many times again: modern dating sucks.
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The 6 Most Influential Storylines In Queer TV History
There’s so much more to queerness than cis gay men and lesbians, so today we’re looking back on storylines that have affected every segment of the LGTBQ+ spectrum.
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These Are The Non-Negotiable Qualities That Make A Great Partner
I spent many, many years chasing damage cases and emotionally unavailable men (and many more years writing about these experiences and creating a career out of it!). I made the…
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The 7 Best TV Show Spin-Offs Of All Time, ranked
From adult-oriented fantasy dramas to iconic animated sitcoms, here are some of the greatest TV spin-offs we’ve seen yet, ranked in order from worst to best.
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Your Anxiety Won’t Scare The Right Person Away
The right person might not understand your anxiety, but they will accept that it is a part of you. They won’t hold it against you. They won’t vilify you over…
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The Worst Part Of BPD Is That It Makes Me Feel Like I’m Difficult To Love
Trigger warning: This article makes brief references to self-harm and suicidal ideation. The first time I stumbled across the term “borderline personality disorder,” also known as BPD, I was 19.
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8 People On What Reddit-Recommended Movie They Ended Up Loving
“Sorry To Bother You. Wild story, very fun but has something to say. Reminds me stylistically of a blend of people like Kevin Smith, Jordan Peele and Charlie Kaufman.”
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What Your Favorite ‘Friends’ Character Says About Your Personality
If Phoebe is your favorite, you are a free spirit.
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7 Twisty Thrillers to Watch If You Enjoyed ‘Seven’ (1995)
Seven (Se7en) serves up a feast of twists and turns, but here are seven other anxiety ridden thrillers that prove to be as gripping and entertaining.
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The 7 Best TV Pilots Of All Time
These TV shows get an A+ for how amazing their pilots were.
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Just Some Things That Take Courage
Falling in love. Falling out of love. Existing freely in a body that the world wants you to hate. Telling someone they upset you. Signing up for therapy. Taking a…
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In The Modern Era, It’s Pretty Impossible To Get Over Your Exes
It’s so much harder to get over your exes when social media exists. Even though you should mute (or delete) their accounts, the temptation to check in on them is…
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When The Guy Who ‘Doesn’t Want A Relationship’ Then Dates Someone Else
Meeting Eric was like getting hit by a freight train. I didn’t see it coming and it knocked the wind out of me.
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6 Of The Darkest ‘Friends’ Fan Theories That Honestly Make Sense
They all are patients in a psych ward.
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Celebrating the Hottest Quotes From ‘Jennifer’s Body’ 15 Years Later
In 2009, Jennifer’s Body seduced its way into our hearts, so let’s look back at the best quotes from the horror comedy.
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6 TV Couples Who Should Have Ended Up Together
These couples should have ended up together when their TV shows ended.
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This Is Your Sign: Send The Risky Text
If you’ve been wondering if you should just send the ✨ risky text ✨ you’ve had drafted in your notes app for the last three weeks, here’s your sign: do…
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The Best Advice I’ve Learned In Many Years Of Writing About Relationships
I have been writing about relationships for nearly 10 years now (man, that sentence really made me feel old!).
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6 Types Of Toxic Texts That Show You Deserve Better
Texts demanding that you prove where you are. If your person trusts you, then they should believe you when you tell them you’re out with your friends or are busy…
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The Saddest Movie Of All Time Is Now On Netflix
This animated movie makes the top of every list of the saddest movies ever made–and for good reason. Now you can watch it on Netflix.
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8 Sassy TV Comedies To Binge If You Miss ‘Schitt’s Creek’
If you’re missing the quirky charm and sassy wit of Schitt’s Creek, these eight comedies are exactly what you need.
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The 6 Best Movies To Start The Halloween Season Off Right
To better prepare for Halloween arrival, here are six wondrous movies to help get you in the appropriate spirit.
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Here’s Why Humans With Soft Hearts Struggle With Modern Dating
Soft hearts struggle with modern dating because their clinginess can be seen as a weakness. In reality, it’s proof that they care. It’s insurance that they have feelings for you…
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How To Truly Love Being Single
You know that expression the grass is always greener on the other side? Well, it’s so obnoxiously true! When I was single, I desperately craved a steady relationship.
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How To Fall In Love Again
Take a deep breath. Open the door to the bar. Contemplate running right back out but go and take a seat across from kind eyes you know you’ll never see…
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7 Spy Thrillers That Turn Up The Romance
Why not add a little romance to your spy movies and TV shows?
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12 Things We Learned From Hulu’s New ‘Child Star’ Documentary
In Demi Lovato’s directorial debut Child Star, the singer interviews six other former child stars–Drew Barrymore, Alyson Stoner, Kenan Thompson, JoJo Siwa, Christina Ricci, and Raven-Symoné–about their experiences growing up in…
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3 Ways To Celebrate ‘Challengers’ Now Streaming Online
Challengers is finally streaming without having to pay to rent it. It’s time to celebrate!
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If They Love You, You Should Not Have To Stress About These 7 Things
You shouldn’t have to stress about them cheating. If they love you, they’ll express that love in a million little ways. They’ll never leave you wondering whether their feelings for…
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42 Things To Do In Your 20s Besides Chase After Love
First, let’s make something abundantly clear: Wanting love does not make you weak, it makes you human. That said, chasing love and partnership is different from seeking love and partnership.
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The True Reason Why Breakups Are Emotionally Devastating
Why are breakups so hard? Every day, in my inbox, on my Facebook and Instagram accounts, and in person from my friends, I am hit with stories of heartbreak and…
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The 7 Best Sketch Comedy Shows Of All Time, Ranked
If you can only watch a few sketch shows, let it be these. We’ve ranked the best sketch shows. You’re welcome!
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6 Witchy TV Shows To Watch After ‘Agatha All Along’
Believe it or not, it’s been over three and half years since WandaVision first entertained us during lockdowns, kicking off what would become a string of MCU series by Marvel…
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The One Thing Women Get Wrong About Men
I’m going to share a story because I find stories to be the best way to illustrate a point. Years ago, I met a guy who I thought was absolutely…
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Your Worst Days Do Not Define You
Your worst days don’t define you. Yes, you’ve gone through tough times. No, you haven’t always responded in the best possible way. However, you should never let your past define…
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Signs He Isn’t Interested In A Relationship (He Just Likes Having Access To You)
The great thing about access to you is that you can revoke it as you see fit. Here are some signs he isn’t interested in pursuing a relationship (he just…
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No Mercy! What ‘Cobra Kai’ Taught Me About Dealing With Fools
Cobra Kai brings the karate wars, but what does it really teach us about dealing with people in life?
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12 Reasons Rory Gilmore Should Have Ended Up With Jess Mariano
Note: Though Rory Gilmore seriously dated three guys throughout the duration of Gilmore Girls, only two really stood a chance at winning her heart — Jess Mariano and Logan Huntzberger.