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How to Stop Having a Crush on Someone & Find Your Heart Again

Getting over a crush is not always easy, but with time and patience, you can learn how to stop having a crush on someone. Having a crush can really just drive you nuts sometimes. Even though you may not know this person well, you can’t stop thinking about them and it could be getting in the way of your everyday life. If you’ve been feeling this way, you’re ready to learn how to stop having a crush on someone, and move on! Whether this person is involved with someone, is an inappropriate choice, or isn’t interested in you, you can stop a crush in its tracks. All you need is a bit of focus. Why you need to stop having a crush on someone As I mentioned, crushes can be overwhelming. And although you may think it is harmless to garner feelings for someone, a crush can get out of hand, especially if this is a person you can’t pursue. Perhaps they are in a relationship, are your boss, or just not a logical match for you; in that case you need to actively stop having a crush in order to m

13 Deep Questions to Ask Your Girlfriend & Make Her Feel Loved

Want to get to know your girlfriend better, you know, really get to know her? Well, you’ll need to remember these deep questions to ask your girlfriend. If you want to bond and connect with your girlfriend, you’re going to need to keep these deep questions to ask your girlfriend in mind. More than just asking her how her day was. And she needs to do more than tell you her favorite flavor of ice cream. For a relationship to really become a relationship, you need to open up to each other and become vulnerable. When you learn personal things about someone, you immediately become closer to them. So, if you want to really connect, you need some deep questions to ask your girlfriend. [Read: How to learn to be more vulnerable and open in your relationship ] Deep questions to ask your girlfriend When first dating someone, we spend most of our time worrying about what they think and hope we don’t screw it up. You want this person to like you and want to spend time with you. But what happ

Handkerchief Code: How to Communicate Sexual Desires with a Hanky

Sex isn’t supposed to be complicated. The handkerchief code is an easy way to tell other men what you’re sexually into. Not a bad idea, right? Sex can be complicated, a little too complicated for my taste. You would have thought that we made it to this level where we can communicate openly and freely about sex. Sadly, we haven’t quite made it there, at least not yet. Whether you’re gay or straight, you may have heard of the handkerchief code but have no idea what it’s all about. If you’re straight, it makes more sense as to why you probably have no idea what this code consists of. Traditionally speaking, the handkerchief code *also known as the hanky code* was a way for gay men to communicate their sexual desires back in the ‘70s and ‘80s. [Read: The subtle clues that say someone is gay ] Deciphering the handkerchief code I know, I know. The ‘80s were a long time ago but don’t think that this form of communication has vanished. Naturally, with the help of gay dating apps, gay men a

How to Explain Anxiety to Someone You Love & Do It Fearlessly

It is possible to learn how to explain anxiety to someone you love without the fear of judgment, misunderstandings, or shame. And this should help. One of the worst parts about anxiety is your fear of its impact on the people you love. Whether your boyfriend or girlfriend, parents, or friends, it can cause you even more anxiety. But you can learn how to explain anxiety to someone you love without fear. Anxiety is a mental illness still widely misunderstood by society. It is something you do not choose and would not wish on anyone. It is a draining struggle to function daily. [Read: What it feels like to experience anxiety in a relationship ] Why you should explain anxiety to someone you love Until recently, many people hid their anxieties. Having anxiety can make people feel ashamed and weak. No one wants to admit they are struggling, but talking about it with a professional and especially to the people in your life is not only beneficial but freeing. It has been proven that shari

How to Hurt a Narcissist: 11 Subtle Counterblows to Hurt Them Hard

You’ve been tortured long enough by this narcissist. Now, you want to give them a taste of their own medicine. Can you learn how to hurt a narcissist? I know that the urge for revenge is really strong, especially if they’ve hurt you or someone you care about. Now, learning how to hurt a narcissist is no easy game. In fact, you run the risk of having it backfire in your face and that’s even messier. But if you’re willing to risk it, then you’re going to need to know how to hurt them. How to hurt a narcissist in 11 ways If you’ve been manipulated emotionally and mentally by someone that acts only out of their self-interest, well, you’ve met a narcissist. Congratulations! You’ve survived their mental torture. Now, you’ve seen the light. They hurt you in more ways than one, and you’re putting your foot down. You’ve had enough. Naturally, it’s normal to want revenge on them, to make them feel the pain they’ve put you through. But turning the tables and playing them at their own game isn

Wearing The Pants In The Relationship: How to Stop Controlling Love

How do you know if you are wearing the pants in the relationship? Or is that even a thing anymore? Should it be present in a healthy relationship? Wearing the pants in the relationship is a phrase that has gone down in history. You have probably heard it mentioned on the Newlywed Game or in a teen magazine. But what does this term actually mean? Well, essentially it means whoever is wearing the pants in the relationship has the control. If you read that and saw a lot wrong with it, you are right. First, it eludes to the fact that if a woman is wearing the pants, she is taking on the man’s role as the controller, the one with the power. As pants until the last 60 years or so were mostly a man’s domain, this is a pretty outdated phrase. Next, any one person having control in the relationship is unhealthy. Call it what you want, but being in control when two people are involved is no good. Now relationships are also not always 50/50. Some days they are 70/30 and others 90/10. And may

Starting a New Relationship? Your Checklist to A Happy Romance

You’re finally starting a new relationship, but what does that actually mean? Well, it’s a lot more work than you think it is, but completely worth it. Starting a new relationship is exciting! You really don’t know this person, so you spend your time trying to figure out who they are and what their quirks are. What’s not to love about that? You’re basically exploring uncovered territory. But what many people don’t realize is how important the beginning of a new relationship is. Yes, you’re exploring, but this is also the time where you’re setting up your boundaries and standards for the relationship. You could say it’s the most important part of a relationship. Your guide to starting a new relationship My boyfriend and I have been together for six months. Basically, it’s the beginning of the relationship. We’re still getting to know each other and finding out how to communicate. Sure, we argue, usually about stupid things, but how we fix these disagreements is where it matters. Fo

Micro-Cheating: What It Is & Signs You’re Unintentionally Doing It

If cheating is a grey area for some, then what is micro-cheating? And have you done this type of cheating without knowing it? Cheating may seem like a straightforward thing. But micro-cheating is an even more complicated territory. What exactly is it? For some, cheating is if you kiss or sleep with someone that is not your partner, you are cheating. That makes sense. But everyone has their own idea of what cheating is. To some, flirting is cheating and to others, it is completely innocent. To some only physical acts are cheating and to others, it includes having feelings for someone, even if you don’t act on them. What is micro-cheating? Micro-cheating is essentially a small act of cheating. Now, what does that mean? It is the act of being disloyal to your partner, but on a smaller scale than traditional cheating. Does that make it right? No, not at all. But it does make it a little less wrong depending who you are talking to. For me personally, I have been cheated on so any che

Ignoring Someone for Attention: How to Do It to Get What You Want

There aren’t any rules when it comes to ignoring someone for attention. All we end up doing is testing out different strategies until we get what we want. Before you try ignoring someone for attention, I recommend talking to your partner first. I know it can be awkward and uncomfortable, but it’s the best way to see what’s really going on. Now, maybe you’ve already tried to talk to your partner and there hasn’t been any change. In this case, you may need to be a little more extreme in your actions to get a reaction. If you’re looking for a reaction and attention, you’ll definitely get one when by ignoring them. How to ignore someone for attention Sometimes when you’re in a relationship, things get a little dull. You know, it starts to become routine, there’s no excitement or spontaneity. This is when you need to try to spice things up a bit and give the relationship a little boost. If you feel that your partner is acting distant and losing interest, it can be hard to handle. Or, i

Malignant Narcissist: How to Read the Signs You’re Dealing with One

Whoa, malignant narcissist? That’s a pretty heavy name to call somebody, don’t you think? Well, yes, but I promise you that it fits quite well. Do you ever wonder if you are a malignant narcissist? Well, I’m going to assume that you don’t. I can’t imagine people lying awake at night, staring at the ceiling wondering, “Hmm, am I a malignant narcissist?” It just doesn’t seem likely. “Am I too clingy?” or “Am I obnoxious?” More likely. What is a malignant narcissist? A lot of you may be wondering what the heck is a malignant narcissist. Well, you’re in luck because it’s sort of my job to tell you. Like, literally that’s why I’m here. As quoted by Wikipedia *a great source of information, honestly*: “Malignant narcissism is a psychological syndrome comprising an extreme mix of narcissism, antisocial behavior, aggression, and sadism. Grandiose, and always ready to raise hostility levels, the malignant narcissist undermines families and organizations in which they are involved, and deh

13 Spot-On Signs a Girl Has a Crush on You that Just Don’t Lie

You may like her, but what you need to know is if she likes you. Not sure how to figure it out? It’s time you knew the signs a girl has a crush on you. I’m going to tell you the signs a girl has a crush on you, but that shouldn’t stop you from making a move. You should observe more than a couple of these signs to get a sense if she likes you or not, but every girl is different. She may like you but not show these signs. So, if you really want an answer, instead of looking at the signs, you should just go and talk to her about your feelings for her. The worst thing she can say is that she doesn’t have feelings for you. Then, you know where you stand. But, I get it. Before that, you want to see what your odds are—I would do the same. [Read: Here’s how to tell if she’s hiding her feelings for you ] How to read the signs a girl has a crush on you I have so many men telling me that they don’t know if a girl likes them or not. They’ll then spend the next ten minutes telling me how she ac