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Are Your Texts Boring And Uninspired? 21 Ways To Avoid Being A Dry Texter

Did you know that over 6 billion texts are sent daily in the United States?

What are we all saying to one another, and how do we find something interesting to say when we’re texting so often

Some people hate texting, finding it difficult to measure someone’s responses without the visual cues of being together physically.

Other people find it provides valuable time and space to think about what to say.

No matter your opinion, you have probably been in painfully boring text conversations before.

To help liven up your messages, let’s look at the elements of a great text exchange and how to be a better texter.

11 Ways To Stop Buying Stuff You Don’t Need

by Barrie Davenport

Stuff is everywhere. It’s calling out to you wherever you look, saying, “This will make your skin look better than ever!” or “This will give you the energy you need!” or “This will look so good in your home!” They sound so believable in the moment.

But advertisers greatly exaggerate a product’s usefulness while playing on your insecurities. And you pay the price.

So, how do you stop buying stuff you don’t need? And why do you do it?

Wondering If You Love Your Husband Anymore? 19 Scary-Real Signs You Don’t

by Barrie Davenport

unhappy couple looking away I don't love my husband anymore

How do you know when you don’t love your husband anymore?

First of all, it’s essential to distinguish the different types of love and whether any of those types remain.

It’s one thing, after all, to say, “I’m not in love with my husband.” It’s another to say, “I don’t like my husband.”

We’ll get into that.

Next up is the question of whether what remains is enough of a reason to stay married.

10 Ways To Snap Out Of Apathy

by Barrie Davenport

Apathy is defined as the absence of emotion. It’s white noise. Dead air. You feel like a chunk of flavorless tofu. Not happy. Not sad. Not angry. And certainly not passionate.

You’ve probably heard people say they knew they were out of love when they no longer got angry. The relationship had flat-lined, love had disappeared, and it wasn’t worth the effort of anger anymore.

Did Your Ex Block You? 11 Likely Explanations for Getting Shut Out

by Barrie Davenport

woman on sofa looking on laptop Why Did My Ex Block Me

You're scrolling through social media like any other day, thirsty to get a peek into your ex's life after the breakup.

But when you navigate to their profile, it's nowhere to be found.

You've been blocked. Ouch.

Getting blocked can be a hurtful form of rejection, but there may be reasonable explanations beyond pure pettiness or spite.

While frustrating, it doesn't necessarily mean your ex hates you. We all deal with breakups differently; some prefer a clean break.