‘Open relationship’ is a term that has seen a recent surge in popularity, google searches, and relationship workshops. 20 years ago we would have casually referred to people in this kind of arrangement as “swingers” or some other reductionist term – but it’s 2020. We know better. It’s clear that the social construct of monogamy is not a one-size-fits-all plan. …
Handling Hypocrisy
How should we handle one of the most common human traits, hypocrisy? Hypocrites disturb us because they are deceitful, pretending to be what they are not, professing one set of beliefs while living by another. They are found everywhere: in politics, religion, journalism. They are especially annoying when they berate others for doing what they themselves are guilty of …
Online Dating Tips
Dating is romantically going out with someone for a purpose of getting to know each other, and in the end, be a couple. While doing it in person is a challenge for some, some are even brave to do it online using dating apps. Some youngsters or millennials nowadays use online dating for hookups, but there are others looking for …
5 Ways To Make New Friends
As a society, we don’t like to talk about loneliness in adults. We’re expected to learn all of our social skills while we’re young, and then use them to make friends and companions who’ll stay with us on our journey through adulthood. As many people are painfully aware, it’s not that easy, and it doesn’t always work out that way. …
15 Things Every Husband Needs to Do for His Wife
Every husband should do sweet things for their wife. It’s not just during when dating or in a honeymoon. It is actually even more important to do simple things for your wife when you are already married. The marriage can get vulnerable and unstable when couples don’t exert much effort to keep the fire burning. So, it really helps a …
How to Deal With Toxic People
Sometimes life demands that we deal with toxic people around us whether coworkers, family members or neighbors. The question lies in how we handle toxic people when we cannot avoid them, as we often cannot escape toxic people for one reason or another. First, who are toxic people, and what characteristics define them? I will give you my definition: if …
8 Unique Wedding Venues that Will Leave Your Guests in Awe
Your wedding is one of the most memorable events of your life. You want a celebration that reflects the love between you and your significant other. The attention to detail from the announcement to the honeymoon will set the tone. Themed weddings will have you looking into unique wedding venue ideas. A wedding’s unique location adds ambiance to the occasion. …
Perfect Guide to Writing Your Wedding Vows
Struggling to write your vows for the wedding? It can be quite a daunting task which requires you to sit down, gather yourself and then sum up all your feelings for the person you love. It has to include your promises and dreams summed up in a short few minutes. Writing vows may get a bit overwhelming, but in the …
How to Create a Positive Relationship with your Partner
Romantic relationships can be one of the most fulfilling aspects of our lives. However, just because relationships are so important and fulfilling doesn’t mean that every day you spend with your partner will be easy. As with any other relationship, fights and disagreements can occasionally rear their ugly heads and make life difficult for the two of you. While some …
If Divorce Is Unavoidable: How to Reduce Stress Without Breaking Bank
For all that trying to save a marriage might be worth it, there are cases when this is impossible. And if that happens, you need to find a way to make this separation the least stressful. There is no avoiding some stress, even if you part amicably. But there are a few factors that you can influence to make this …