Infatuation Rules
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How to Calm Yourself Down When You're Crushing Hard Honor your feelings. Don't judge yourself. Remind yourself what you're really looking for in a partner. Don't forget about you. Be honest about what you want.
Either way, here are a few ways to say “I love you” to your bae to help you express your feelings. I love you. I love so much. I love you a lot. I...
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'Clingy' is a term often used to describe someone who does not have clear boundaries and tends to get over-attached emotionally or even physically....
Read More »Big crushes: We’ve all been there. Not to be too cheesy, but sometimes there is someone who just has you hooked. It’s that unbearable crush-feeling where you can’t help but think about the other person constantly, dress up a bit if you know you’re going to run into them, and become incredibly shy the moment they actually say “hello.” It’s easy to get lost in a crushing fog, but don’t worry, we’ll help you through! Here are five ways to find your center when you’re crushing hard.
All the same, you could notice some of these signs in yourself, your partner, or the relationship itself. Lack of support. ... Toxic communication....
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According to the triangular theory of love developed by psychologist Robert Sternberg, the three components of love are intimacy, passion, and...
Read More »Most folks need 5-6 dates to make it official. Most couples go on 5-6 dates before they start discussing a relationship, and some take even longer. Don't sweat it if you're a few dates in. This lines up with the 1- to 3-month timeline for most folks.
Wondering how long it takes for casual dating to turn into an exclusive relationship? Have you gone on a few dates with somebody and you’re wondering if it’s “too early” to make the jump? Luckily, it’s easy to figure out when you’re ready to make the plunge, and there’s plenty of data out there when it comes to how long the typical transition from dating to commitment takes. In this article, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about what it takes to turn a few dates into a serious relationship. This article is based on an interview with our dating coach, Candice Mostisser. Check out the full interview here.
Three types of tipping points have been identified—bifurcation, noise-induced and rate-dependent.
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A wide back is essential for a V-shaped torso, and women's attraction to it is ancestral. "When it was important that our mates protect us from...
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Less than a relationship, but more than a casual encounter or booty call, a situationship refers to a romantic relationship that is, and remains,...
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They don't resort to personal attacks. True friends aren't in the business of making you feel bad about yourself. They communicate with words of...
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