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A List Of Things You Shouldn’t Have to Ask for In A Relationship
You shouldn’t have to beg your partner to take you out once in a while.
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This Is What Marriage REALLY Is, Because It’s Not All Hearts And Smiling Couple Selfies
Some days the little things that annoy you are all you can see.
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When You Love Someone, You Don’t Make Excuses For Treating Them Badly
When you love someone, you don’t see how many times you can screw up and get away with it. You don’t take advantage of their forgiveness.
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I Am Slowly Learning It’s Okay To Be Not Okay
I am slowly learning to forgive myself for my mistakes and let go of all that I cannot control.
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Even When All You See Is Darkness, There Is Always Light At The End Of The Tunnel
Have faith, nothing lasts forever.
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Here’s How the March 2019 Mercury Retrograde Will Effect Your Zodiac Sign
Mercury rules intellect, education, communication, and all matters of the mind.
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On Being Whoever You Want To Be
We are complicated, contradictory beings, and we don’t always make sense (some of us rarely make sense), but accepting that about ourselves is the biggest step toward happiness.
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What 2019 Has Already Taught Each Zodiac Sign
LEO: 2019 has taught you to give up a little control, to go with the flow.
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22 Lessons You Learn About Relationships When You’re A Daughter Of Divorce
You can’t change another person. You can’t force them into breaking bad habits. If they aren’t interested in changing, then it will never happen, no matter how much you encourage…
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To The Girl Who Feels Like She’s Been Defeated By Love
I tried so hard, and then I tried even harder. Still, I kept trying. I believed anything that made me feel this strongly was worth fighting for. And that’s where…
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Don’t Let Anyone Stop You From Living Your Dreams
Dreams are not silly. They fill your life with hope.
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I’m Sorry I Didn’t Give You The Best Of Me
You deserve someone that stands by the good, the bad, and the ugly sides of you.
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8 Remedies For A Broken Heart That Are Way Better Than ‘A Revenge Body’
Through the mess of creating, and exploring, and trying something new, we become a different version of ourselves. Something better, something stronger. Embrace it.
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I’m Slowly Learning To Trust That My Heart Knows What It Needs
I’m slowly learning that my heart knows things that it takes time for my mind to process.
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30 Scary Home Alone Stories That Will Remind You To Double Lock Your Front Door
Once I was alone watching TV and the door behind me closed AND locked.
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This Is Who You’re Most Likely To Date, Based On Your Zodiac Element
All of you air signs take the meaning of friendship to the highest of calibers when looking for a relationship.
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3 Well-Meaning Pieces Of Advice For Chronic Worrying And Why They Don’t Actually Work
Remember the next time someone offers you “calming” advice that you and your body know best.
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What March Has In Store For Your Love Life, Based On Your Zodiac Sign
You know what you want in a relationship but you need to know, too, that you have the power to get it.
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Sometimes, It’s Harder Getting Over Almosts Than Exes
It’s hard to move on when you are still wondering what could have been.
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Why Boys Assume You Aren’t Interested (Even When You Are) Based On Your Zodiac Sign
LIBRA: You are subtle when you flirt. Boys assume you aren’t interested because they think you are only being nice.
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We Get Stuck As ‘Friends With Benefits’ Because We Believe In Fairy Tale Versions Of Love
We believe spending enough time together will form an unbreakable bond. We believe they will grow to feel the same way about us because our emotions are too strong to…
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You Don’t Need A Fitzgerald Grant, You Need A Jake Ballard
Let your love out of the shadows and let it stand in the light.
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Stop Using People As Security Blankets
If we never learn to confront something heads-on and always hiding behind a person, we will never know how strong our capabilities are.
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Why Uncertainty Means You’re Sure He’s Not The One
If you’re unsure about him, you’re sure about him. If you’re undecided, you have your decision.
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The Harsh Reality Of Heartbreak And Letting Go
It took me a long time to realize that I deserve more. I deserve better.
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Our Almost Relationships Never Become Official Because We Don’t Talk To Each Other
We avoid asking questions about labels because we are worried about coming across as clingy or desperate or controlling. We let the love of our lives get away because we…
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Dating Apps Are A Waste Of Time
When I use dating apps, the ‘relationship’ normally doesn’t get passed the texting phase.
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Why You’ve Stopped Looking For A Relationship, According To Your Zodiac Sign
TAURUS: You have gotten your heart broken one too many times and decided to give your heart a rest.
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6 Reasons To Read ‘NOS4A2’ Before The Series Adapted By AMC
Max is an immortal creature who feeds off the souls of children and deposits their remains in Christmasland.
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Self Care Is Anything That Brings You Back Home To Yourself
Take care of yourself. Be kinder to yourself. Make room for yourself every single day. Make time for yourself in your routine, be less passive in the ways you connect…
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This Is Your Sneak Peek At The Month Of March, Based On Your Zodiac Sign
For the Aries, the month of March opens with internal confliction and mixed feelings on which direction your life is going.
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Five Little Ways To Honor Your Dreams This Year
Dedicate a specific amount of time each day to it, channel your love and your creativity into it, build it from the ground up.
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These Are The 6 Signs Who Are Most Likely To Get Back Together With Their Ex
You love with your entire being, Cancer, and from the moment you meet someone you’re falling for you just can’t help but picture what your future looks like together.
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Why Janet Is The Best Part Of ‘The Good Place’
Janet reminds us of the importance of that honesty, the necessity of being able to say what you mean, what you feel, and what you think to the ones you…
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What It Means To Really Love ‘The Smart Girl’
You tell her she’s not like other girls. Then you wonder why she doesn’t take it as a compliment.
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A Letter To Myself On My 27th Birthday
You could have never known how much this year would change you.
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5 Ways Love For Yourself Will Help You Let Go After A Breakup
By nurturing myself, by loving myself, I was able to get the strength that I needed to let go of the loss of my marriage. I was truly letting go of…
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7 Things We Don’t Talk About When We Talk About Being Burnt Out
Contrary to what you might be thinking, it’s something everyone goes through, no matter what industry or field you work in, or what you do in life.
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I Guess We’re Not Friends Now That You’ve Got A Girlfriend
I guess our friendship was only able to survive when we were both single.
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These Are The 6 Zodiac Signs Who Fall In Love The Easiest
1. Cancer: You’re in love with love and as such, falling in love just feels so natural to you.
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Some Thoughts About Turning 25
I once had a 40-something professor who said he’d never date a woman over 25. Maybe that’s why this year feels like such an expiration date.
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You Aren’t A Failure—You’re A Beginner
So if you’re feeling lost and unprepared, know that it’s just a part of the process. Everyone else has been here before, and they all made it through.
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16 Counterproductive And Toxic Things You Should Never Say To People Who Suffer From Depression
“You’re lucky you get to choose what to be upset about. Others don’t have the privilege.”
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Love Someone Loyal
Love someone who uninstalls their dating apps as soon as your relationship turns official, not someone who keeps backup plans around in case you break up.
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8 Books For Anyone Who Is Obsessed With True Crime
True crime books provide readers the thrill of living vicariously through cases and mysteries without having to endure anything dangerous in reality.
