Advice

Ladies, have you ever been in a relationship with a guy who claimed to really admire your success and acted as if they were comfortable being with a woman who was more accomplished or successful than them, only to bail or have an attitude the moment you are at the top of your game. As […] More

Well, everyone, the holiday season is upon us. You know what that means, right? It means we’ll all likely be spending a lot more time with family, even those family members we tend to have, you know, issues with.  Thanksgiving is one of those holidays where, for some reason, everyone just loves to find opportunities […] More

The holiday season is all about cozy activities, quality time, and showing generosity to those you love. But while it’s wonderful to give to important people in your life, it’s also important to stay mindful of your budget. The pressure to participate in activity after activity and gift the “best” presents can put a serious […] More

Have you ever been in a situation where you dated someone for a while but never made things official? Then, when you broke things off, you were pretty upset and felt like you went through a typical breakup? This means you were most likely in a situationship with someone, meaning you shared some good times […] More

Navigating the intricacies of personal relationships can sometimes feel like trying to translate a foreign film without subtitles: you get the gist, but the nuances are lost in translation. Two terms that often cause confusion are “trauma bonding” and “codependency.” But while they may share screen time in the drama of difficult relationships, they’re not […] More

One of the biggest decisions one makes is the decision to marry someone and share your future with them. Everyone has their own views and opinions on marriage, but regardless of how you feel about it, it is a pretty big step to take in life.  It’s a decision you don’t want to make lightly, […] More

One of the aspects of marriage that often scares people the most is the sharing of finances or figuring out your finances as a couple in general.  Suddenly, you’re sharing your entire life with someone, meaning you’ll likely rent or purchase a home together, invest together, financially plan for your future kids, etc.  While you […] More

Millions of people live with anxiety, and thankfully, we’re learning more about it and the better ways to cope with it. For many of us who suffer from anxiety, our anxiousness is debilitating and prevents us from doing anything productive or being social. For others, they have high-functioning anxiety, which can often look like the […] More

In the dating world, when you’re going out with a total stranger, you can never know for sure what their past dating or relationship experience was like. For instance, there are a lot of people on dating apps who just went through a serious or difficult breakup and aren’t ready for anything serious. Unfortunately, they […] More

Have you heard the term ‘golden retriever boyfriend’ a lot on social media lately? A golden retriever boyfriend is a guy you’re in a relationship with who often acts like a golden retriever, meaning they’re usually very loyal, upbeat, cuddly, and easygoing. Not only that, but they’re guys who are extremely passionate about their female […] More

When you read the words ’emotional intelligence,’ what comes to mind? While it may seem like a very vague term, it’s a term used to describe being aware of your own emotions and those of the people around you. As it turns out, the more in tune you are with your emotional intelligence, the more […] More

Have you ever lived with your boyfriend or girlfriend and slowly began to feel like you lived together as roommates instead of romantic partners? If so, you’re certainly not alone, as it happens to many couples. While first moving in with someone can be exciting and sweet, it tends to drastically change the dynamic of […] More

Entering a new relationship is super exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time.  But before you get into exclusive or ‘official’ relationship status with someone, there’s that bit of time when you and the person you’ve been dating have to evaluate whether or not you want to commit to each other. If you’ve been seeing […] More

Manifesting is a practice that a lot of people are trying out these days. It’s a way to visualize and think about what you want out of life and is a sweet way to stay a little more optimistic these days. However, some people struggle with manifesting because they aren’t as into open-ended and visualization […] More

Sometimes, we forget just how valuable morning routines are. I mean, think about it: when you have no idea what it is you need to do in what order in the morning, it can lead to a lousy day. Of course, you can have a bare minimum morning routine where you get up, go to […] More

If you’re generally a non-confrontational person, communicating your needs and telling the people in your life what you really want can feel almost impossible. We’ve often heard how important it is to let our romantic partners and spouses know what we want out of the relationship and in our shared futures. It’s a way to […] More

Summer tends to be the season where everyone thinks they radiate ‘main character energy’ and use it to glow up and romanticize their lives. Then, when the fall comes around, some people continue to thrive in the seasonal fun while others feel a little down and out. However, there are ways to really dive into […] More

When looking at abusive relationships, oftentimes, it’s easier to realize when you’re in a physically abusive one versus an emotionally abusive one.  Physical abuse is more obvious to detect, with one partner harming and showing unwanted contact toward their partner. However, emotional abuse is sneakier and can be harder to recognize, as it usually comes […] More

There are so many things to love about fall – the cool weather, changing leaves, fall fashion, and hearty foods. However, there is one thing about the fall that we should take advantage of. Fall is the perfect season to work on manifesting your ideal life and embracing the practice of manifesting. While you can […] More

Breaking up with someone can be one of the most stressful life events, especially if you’ve been with that person for years. It’s like your life changes in a matter of seconds, and suddenly, you have to adjust your routines, social life, home life, etc. When trying to cope with a breakup that’s been hard […] More

The following column is the opinion and analysis of the writer, Abby Connolly. Have you ever wondered why you or your friends have a habit of falling for or staying with toxic people? Once you’ve noticed that you’ve fallen into a habit of dating people who mistreat you just as much or more than they […] More