Do you believe in soulmates?
Humans have wrestled with this question for millennia.
Some people believe that each of us has another soul we are destined to love.
Others believe that everything is random and that love is a choice.
Those who believe in soulmates think these people are connected spiritually and have special soulmate energy.
Some believe that soulmates have a deep connection that can transcend space and time.
The signs of a good relationship aren't always easy to spot in the early phase of a love affair.
Just because the sex is amazing or you both love to travel doesn't mean your relationship is healthy or strong.
Healthy relationships involve commitment, self-awareness, and empathy.
They require ongoing nurturing, forgiveness, and open communication.
But these things don't happen overnight.
A good relationship is a work in progress — a daily undertaking that you both honor willingly.
Of course, we enter a love relationship initially because, well, we fall in love.
And attached to those powerful, chemically-driven feelings are the more practical desires for companionship, emotional intimacy, and a sense of belonging and security.
Being in a relationship is a good thing.
People who are in a committed relationship live longer, are happier in general and tend to accumulate more wealth.
But if that's the case, why are relationships so difficult? Why do we argue, belittle, and disengage from the one person we're supposed to love most?
No one is perfect, and that includes our friends.
Friends are usually there for us when we need them, but sometimes they let us down.
It can be hard to deal with, especially if we rely on our friends to help us through tough times.
But there are plenty of solutions that can bring us closer to our loved ones in the long run.
Let’s discuss nine common ways a friend can let you down and what you can do about it.
Have you ever felt confused during a date because your partner wanted to go further physically than you did?
Many of us have been there and struggled to voice where our boundaries lie.
Dating has unwritten rules about getting intimate that can feel vague.
However, understanding the sexual bases framework can clarify each stage of physical intimacy.
Knowing the stages, from first base to home run, provides guidance on consent and setting the pace.
With a better understanding, you can feel more confident progressing physically in dating and relationships.
The word “ghosting” is everywhere lately.
But what is it?
Essentially, ghosting is a hurtful behavior that involves cutting off communication with someone without providing any warning or explanation as to why.
It generally refers to the dating world but goes deeper than that.
If you’ve ever stopped responding in a romantic or platonic relationship, left a restaurant or drive-thru line after ordering but before getting your food, or stopped showing up for a job or client, then you, dear friend, are a ghoster.