Relationships
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Post-Valentine’s Day “Be Less Cynical” Challenge
So yesterday was Valentine’s Day. Usually I’d make some jokes, post some things about how stupid this day is, etc. But here’s the truth: I’m not actually that cynical. I pretend to be because it’s easier to make jokes than to sit with my feelings. The truth is I still believe in love. I believe good marriages do exist (I also believe in divorce when it’s necessary, but that’s another post…). I would love to come home to flowers and chocolates and get to spend time with my person. I’d love to get to feel special. But since I don’t have that, I make fun of Valentine’s Day instead. …
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Stop Texting Like You’re In Love With Someone You Just Met
Stop texting like you’re in love with someone you’re not in a relationship with. Dear everyone, This is creepy. And weird. And creepy. Don’t do it. You know that person you met online but haven’t actually had a date with yet? Yeah, they’re not your “baby.” They don’t want you to be overly concerned with their needs just yet. You don’t need to text them every five seconds. Picture this: someone slides in your DM’s. You’re open to getting to know them, but you’re not sure just yet whether or not there’s something there. Then this person- let’s call him Adam- starts love bombing you.…
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Shallow Reasons I Swipe Left
I hate online dating. Haaaate it. I’ve tried them all, and consistently struggle to find even one person I’m remotely interested in going on a date with. And yet, every now and then, I decide to be a masochist and try them again. So I swipe left, get frustrated, rinse, repeat. These apps are littered with weirdos. Yes, I am picky. But after everything I’ve been through, I’ve earned the right to be. I may sound like a you-know-what, but I have zero interest in wasting my precious time with someone who has already turned me off. And let’s be honest- we’re all a little shallow at times. I know…
