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8 Red Flag Text Messages Narcissists Send You – Translated By An Expert
When the narcissist first love-bombs you, they seem to have all the time in the world to communicate with you. After they’ve “hooked” you, however, their communication patterns shift abruptly…
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It’s Your Last Chance To Watch These Movies Leaving Netflix The End Of August 2023
You only have a few days to watch these bangers on Netflix. Might as well clear your schedule.
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‘And Just Like That’ Fans Respond to the Season 2 Finale — Best and Worst Moments
And Just Like That Season 2 has come to a close with an episode so aptly titled “The Last Supper.” Carrie, with a Michelin Chef at the helm, hosts a…
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The 4 Most Inevitable But Meaningful Moments in the ‘And Just Like That’ Season 2 Finale
‘And Just Like That…’ season 2 comes to a close.
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6 Lessons On Life And Love I Learned From Watching ‘Happiness For Beginners’ (Twice)
Netflix’s new romantic comedy, Happiness for Beginners, has the perfect mix of adventure and love–which is exactly why I can’t stop watching it.
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On Not Letting HIV Rule Your World— It’s Time To Speak Your Truth On Your Terms
Scared, ashamed, lost, alone, worried, anxious. These are just some of the ways I felt when I learned I was HIV positive on that spring day of 2011. Coping with…
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Everything We Know About ‘Influenced!’: Oscar Wilde Adaptation Starring ‘Harry Potter’ Star Evanna Lynch
Evanna Lynch is set to star in a gender-bent, contemporary version of Oscar Wilde’s classic novel, ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray.’ Evanna Lynch is best known for portraying the insightful…
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DC Fans Weigh In on the DCEU’s Many Failures
Why does the DCEU keep striking out? DC fans have some ideas. Over the last decade, comic book movies have taken Hollywood by storm.
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5 Major Clichés That Have Already Surfaced in ‘Harlan Coben’s Shelter’
Harlan Coben’s Shelter is shaping up to be quite the twisty-turny mystery with disappearing children, sinister suspects, and an overall haunting and suspenseful atmosphere.
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4 Questions All Women Must Ask Themselves Before Getting Married and Raising Children – According to Research
Research shows that women benefit less than men from marriage. But why would that be? Getting married, choosing who to marry, and deciding whether to have children are some of…
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10 Red Flags of Narcissists on Dating Apps You Should Never Ignore
Watch out for these ten red flags of narcissists and manipulators on dating apps, especially if you’re a woman.
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This Deleted Scene From ‘Red, White & Royal Blue’ Has The Cutest Moment Ever — And You Might Miss It
They finally dropped the Cornetto deleted scene from Red, White & Royal Blue. Here’s something you might have missed.
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Breaking Down Why Jeremiah Is All Wrong For Belly In ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’
You’ve been warned: there are spoilers for the second season of ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ ahead Anyone who grew up during the late 2000s is well acquainted with the…
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If You Love Twisty Mysteries, You Need To Watch ‘Shelter’ On Prime
Amazon Prime’s ‘Harlan Coben’s Shelter’ is full of twists. Will you see them coming?
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4 Famous Singers Robbed of Acting Oscars
Back in the Golden Age of Hollywood, it wasn’t uncommon for a bright-eyed performer to boast triple-threat status, taking on movies, concerts, and the Great White Way in a medium-spanning…
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Sleepless in Seattle’s Parasocial Relationship Is Toxic As Hell, But We Love It Anyway
Ask anyone for a list of the classic romantic comedies that are a must-watch and Sleepless in Seattle will always make the list.
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Fans Remember Elvis Presley on the 46th Anniversary of the King’s Death
The King of Rock & Roll, Elvis Presley — known for his signature combination of rhythm and blues, gospel, and country — remains one of the most celebrated performers of…
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An Expert Reveals the 6 Stages of Trauma Bonding with Narcissists
As a researcher specializing in narcissism and psychopathy, I have noticed there are six common stages of trauma bonding that survivors of narcissists often go through before they become sufficiently…
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The 13 Best Romantic Comedies On Netflix In August 2023
Want some new (or classic) romantic comedies to watch? Here’s the best that Netflix has to offer in August, 2023.
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Meryl Streep’s Most Glorious Moments in ‘Only Murders in the Building’ (So Far)
We just can’t get enough of Meryl Streep as Loretta Durkin in season three of ‘Only Murders in the Building.’ Meryl Streep joins the season 3 cast of Only Murders…
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Finally Fearless: On Overcoming My HIV+ Dating Mistakes
I’m no longer afraid to be exactly who I was born to be. It was the summer before I was moving to Germany and conveniently I meet a great guy.…
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The Sassiest (and Cutest) Bickering Matches Between Alex and Henry in ‘Red, White & Royal Blue’
We just can’t get enough of the way Alex and Henry bicker in ‘Red, White & Royal Blue.” Prime Video’s Red, White & Royal Blue, based on the novel by…
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Why So Many Men Are Threatened By Smart and Successful Women in the Dating World – According to Research
Studies reveal that smart and successful women trigger a man’s ego – but why?
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‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Season 2, Episode 7 Recap and Commentary: Laurel Takes Charge
The tables have finally turned and things are looking up for Belly and the Fisher boys in ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty,’ Season 2, episode 7: “Love Affair.” Yet, the…
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3 Things I Loved About Amazon’s ‘Red, White & Royal Blue’ (And One Thing I Didn’t)
The Red, White & Royal Blue movie just released on streaming. Here’s a spoiler-free breakdown of everything right (and wrong) with the film adaptation.
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‘And Just Like That’ Season 2, Episode 9: How Will a Certain Young Romance Impact the Show?
Spoiler Warning For ‘And Just Like That’ Season 2, Episode 9 Romance is in the air in the latest episode of And Just Like That. Aiden and Carrie are still…
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12 Underrated Romantic Comedies You Forgot Existed (And Where To Stream Them)
If you haven’t seen these movies, can you even call yourself a rom-com fan?
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What You Don’t See— Uncovering The Reality Of Living With An Invisible Illness
Instagram has increasingly become a platform for individuals with chronic illnesses to connect, share experiences, and cultivate community.
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Don’t Let Your Diagnosis Destroy Your Dreams— Finding The Love Of My Life While Battling Crohn’s
On December 14th, 2014, my family sat beside my hospital bed praying for a solution to my severe episode of Crohn’s/Colitis. I had experienced chronic G.I. reactions before, but nothing…
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‘Only Murders in the Building’ Fans React to Meryl Streep in Season 3
With only two episodes of Only Murders in the Building Season 3 streaming on Hulu, Meryl Streep has already stolen the spotlight.
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Meryl Streep and Paul Rudd Steal the Spotlight in ‘OMITB’ Season 3
Meryl Streep and Paul Rudd join the cast of Only Murders in the Building for season 3, and they bring a much-needed freshness to the existing formula.
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The 7 Most Adorable Nick and Charlie Moments in ‘Heartstopper’ Season 2
Nick and Charlie are so cute in ‘Heartstopper.’ We’re not jealous at all… The way Charlie and Nick express their love for each other in Heartstopper is so adorable we…
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You Are So Much More Than Your Condition– On Not Letting Crohn’s Define You
Hindsight is 20/20 but I wish when I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease 18 years ago that I could have had a crystal ball to show me all that my…
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‘Heartstopper’ Fans Reveal Season 2 Moments That Made Them Cry
Fans share tearjerking moments from season 2 of the Netflix original series ‘Heartstopper’ While a great deal of Heartstopper consists of romantic teenage love, kisses and cuddles, ever-building tension between…
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Unmatched Empathy– How IBD Warriors Helped Me Uncover A Strength I Never Knew I Had
My Story Before I was diagnosed, I was in my early twenties attending Cal State Fullerton for their undergraduate program in communicative disorders. I also just started my career as…
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Our 3 Favorite Minor Characters in ‘Heartstopper’ Season 2, Ranked
‘Heartstopper’ is full of impactful secondary characters, but here are our favorite minor players in season 2, ranked.
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23 Things Only People Who Were Raised By Narcissistic Parents Will Understand
To you, dangerous people feel like home. You “thrive” in fantasy relationships because you feel safe with people you know you have no future with. You fear abandonment yet abandon…
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‘Heartstopper’ Fans Celebrate Charlie’s Sister Tori Following Season 2 Release
Season 2 of Heartstopper dropped on Netflix on August 3, and viewers are already clamoring for more — especially for a future with more whip-smart lines from Tori (on top…
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What Your Favorite ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Boy Says About You
Conrad Fisher If you think Conrad is the one for Belly (or yourself), then you believe in a deeper kind of love.
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7 Shows That Spotlight Queer Love Like ‘Heartstopper’ — And Where to Stream
If you’re a fan of ‘Heartstopper,’ here are the shows you should watch next. If you’ve already binged season 2 of Heartstopper and need another LGBTQ+-themed show to sink your…
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Crohn’s Is Part Of Me, But I Wear My Diagnosis Proudly
After a night of hanging with family and enjoying time out drinking and laughing, I literally woke up with the worst stomach pain. Made it to the bathroom and puked…
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Was Big a “Big Mistake?” ‘And Just Like That…’ Season 2, Episode 8 Reflection
Season 2, Episode 8 of And Just Like That sees Carrie and Aidan fall into a happy homemaker ritual seemingly overnight. The sparks are flying once again, but there’s…
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5 Beautiful Love Lessons From Netflix’s ‘Heartstopper’
Love isn’t always easy, but we can learn something about traversing its difficult terrain from Netflix’s hit show ‘Heartstopper.’ Love should never involve shame.
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5 Beautiful, Inspiring Lessons From ‘Heartstopper’
We can all learn a little bit about love, friendship, and romance from ‘Heartstopper.’ The right people will love you for exactly who you are. A difficult truth: Not everyone…
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Stole Your Man or Woman: Mate Poaching is Related To Psychopathic Traits, Research Finds
Mate poaching or partner poaching is when someone deliberately and knowingly pursues those who are already in a committed romantic relationship. It is associated with darker personality traits. We’ve all…
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Remembering Paul Reubens With One Of His Best (And Forgotten) Film Performances
The world lost Paul Reubens on Monday, best known as Pee-wee Herman. Here’s a look at one of his best and forgotten performances.
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6 Concrete Signs You Need To Be More Like Barbie
Barbie understands that she doesn’t need to be perfect in every single way in order to hold value. She just has to be her true, authentic self.
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MCU Fans Revisit ‘Eternals’ Hate Following Critical Flop ‘Secret Invasion’
Did ‘Eternals’ deserve all the hate it received when it premiered? Many viewers argue it’s one of the most undervalued MCU installments.
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‘Barbie’ Review: An Existential Journey Wrapped in Plastic
In what is the most unyielding financial juggernaut of the summer, Barbie has dominated the box office for the last two weeks (with no signs of losing traction).
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Analyzing the Original ‘Death Becomes Her’ Ending on the 31st Anniversary of the Camp Classic
‘Death Becomes Her’ premiered in theaters on July 31, 1992, and has gone on to become a cult classic with an uproarious ending. However, the final frames we have come…