What makes a word beautiful?
Is it the sound of the word or its meaning?
The study of the pleasantness or unpleasantness of the way words and phrases sound (regardless of their meaning) is called phonaesthetics.
But I think the combination of sound and meaning is what makes for pretty words.
Consider the word “diarrhea” which trills off the tongue but isn't a pleasant topic to ponder.
But the word “diary” is equally pleasing to the ear and has an intriguing meaning.
Couples today are always looking for new, fun ways to connect and get to know each other better.
Enter would you rather questions – the perfect icebreaker for bringing you and your partner closer while getting a glimpse into each other's personalities.
Maybe you just want to lighten the mood while you get to know each other
better.
There's a time for deep questions (and we've got you covered there,
too).
But a more light-hearted approach can also reveal plenty about you
and your relationship.
Looking for a personalized card or gift idea for February 14th to give your sweetie?
Consider coloring pages for this day of love.
At first suggestion, it may sound childish.
But don't dismiss coloring off-hand — because it does a body (and mind) good!
According to numerous studies, adult coloring exercises significantly reduce stress, improve cognitive functions, and serve as a great way to detach from everyday life.
What better way to spend a few relaxing hours on this romantic day?
Curiosity may have killed the cat, but it’s a quality that can make you feel alive and engaged in life.
Curious people feel compelled to find answers, understand more profound meanings, and learn as much as possible about people and the world around them.
And while curiosity can make life more interesting, there are a few caveats to consider.
That’s why we’ve created this list of 11 characteristics of a curious person.
Read on to see if anyone comes to mind.
Are you in a relationship that you think is going well, but you aren't exactly positive the feeling is mutual?
Do you find yourself wondering, “Is he in love with me?” You know that you're in love with your man, but does he love you back?
We all can get insecure at times, especially when it comes to being vulnerable in a relationship and risking getting hurt.
It's natural to seek reassurance that your partner is truly in love with you if he hasn't yet said those three little words — or even if they have been spoken.
Sometimes subtle behaviors or words can make you wonder if your guy feels as intensely about you as you do about him.
It's easy to interpret distraction for disinterest or a bad mood for irritation with you.
But reading the tea leaves and trying to guess whether or not your man is head over heels isn't going to clarify things for you.
You need to know the proven signs that his love is real to feel confident the relationship is on the right track.