There are people out there who never give exes a second chance. They have the philosophy of not falling prey to the “yo-yo syndrome,” i.e. breaking up and getting back together with your former mate. I understand it, mostly because I believe that constantly breaking up is not just emotionally damaging to both parties involved, […]
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Why Love Is Not Enough
Friend 1: Jon cheated on me again. Friend 2: Man! Why haven’t you left him already?! Friend 1: Because I love him! (cue dramatic tears) Friend 2: (Blank stare) We don’t have to watch a cheesy talk show or soap opera to witness a couple that sticks together in the name of love that really should […]
When to Butt In
You’ve been listening to the problems that your loved one is going through in their relationship for quite some time now. You feel that you could help in some way, by either offering advice to better serve the relationship or telling them to leave. But is it ever appropriate to “butt in” on a loved […]
Single v. Taken: The Myth of Lost Freedom
For whatever reason, many people think that being in a relationship is signing away your independence, especially if you get married. While marriage definitely makes it more difficult to just “pick up and go,” by no means does the commitment imply that your life is over as you know it.
That Loss Might Be A Gain
Ending a relationship with someone who is negative, abusive and downright unappreciative should be a no-brainer. But you’d be surprised (maybe), at how many people feel like they are deserving of such treatment either due to past transgressions, familiarity or a number of other reasons. But sometimes relationships end without all of the drama and […]
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