A reader recently asked: How do I know if I have a fear of intimacy? It’s a complicated subject. Plus, intimacy is personal, making it difficult to discuss with friends and family. But don’t worry; we’re here to help you make sense of things. First, we’ll answer a handful of common questions about the fear…
The words “narcissistic abuse” have been trending lately. And for a good reason. With around 1-5% of people who have Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), chances are, you may come across a narcissist or someone abused by a narcissist at some point in your dating life. If you’re dating someone who a narcissist has abused, there…
Few words set off emotional panic alarms on all sides of the gender spectrum than “We need to talk.” In reality, most couples DO need to talk long before “The Talk,” and bonding questions for couples are a great way to start a dialogue. A robust and evolving communication strategy can lead you to a…
You’re wildly in love, and you know it’s forever this time. Or is it? Though love is one of the most beautiful feelings in the world, not every relationship will be a “til death do you part” type of connection. In fact, the average person falls in love about four times during a lifetime. Studies…
Being friends with benefits is growing more common in this day and age. A surprising number of people say that they have had a relationship limited to casual sex — with no room for emotional connection. Nevertheless, FWB relationships are notoriously difficult to navigate. Sexual intimacy can open the door to emotional intimacy, and it…
Betrayal is a part of life. We all go through it at least once, and it stings like a swarm. And though it feels like being run over by a stampede of buffalo, experiencing betrayal is an integral part of living — because all human emotions help us grow and become better people. So today,…
Thanks to social media, the boundary between public and private information is blurred. Sharing your confidential information and problems has become more socially acceptable. Almost everyone has overshared at a point in their lives. But oversharing is more than just being friendly. It is an attempt to reach out to others, looking for a sympathetic…
In both love and life, we learn to pick our battles. We learn what is worth fighting for and what we can let go. It is a valuable lesson that can help us maintain healthy relationships and lives. If we always fight for every little thing, we will quickly become drained and resentful. Let’s discuss…
Should you block your ex? It’s a complicated question that depends on the contours of your relationship and breakup. If you’re hoping to get back together, then blocking your ex may not be the best option. But if you’re over the toxicity, it may be time to unveil your trigger finger! “No contact,” is a…
The only place to find a real definition of the word “normal” is in the dictionary. This word has a place in science but not necessarily in society. The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines normal, in part, as “approximating the statistical average or norm.” There is no one definition of how to act normally because it can…
