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Trust But Verify: Know If They’re Still Active On Dating Sites

woman surprised while looking at phone how to find out if someone is on a dating site

Worried that your partner's “old” dating profile isn't so old after all?

You're navigating tricky waters, and it's a concern that has likely kept you up at night.

In this age of digital dating, it's unfortunately not uncommon.

The good news?

There are easy, no-cost ways to find out if your significant other is still exploring the dating scene online.

We're here to guide you through these techniques because, after all, everyone deserves to be in a relationship based on trust and honesty.

Ready to become a sleuth of love?

Let's get to the heart of the matter.

How to Tell If a Guy is Gay or Bi: 31 Signs Your Boyfriend Isn’t Straight

by Ron Clendenin

men laughing touching shoulder How to Tell If a Guy is Gay

Is your guy sending signals that he might not be straight?

Plenty of women have found themselves dating a guy only to discover he's more interested in other men.

But how can you tell for sure?

Unless you ask him directly, there's no surefire way to know if your man is gay or bi (and even then, he may not tell you).

But some tell-tale signs may make you raise an eyebrow.

11 Narcissist Gaslighting Examples And Toxic Phrases They Always Use

by Barrie Davenport

Do you know someone who always makes you feel like you're the one in the wrong, no matter what? Chances are, you're dealing with a narcissist.

Narcissists are masters of manipulation, and they use a technique called gaslighting to make their victims doubt their own sanity. It’s valuable to read examples of narcissistic gaslighting and learn the toxic words they often use so you recognize what’s going on as soon as possible.

Sigma Male vs. Alpha Male: 10 Differences You Need to Know

by Reda B. Grossman

Differences Between A Sigma Male And Alpha Male

From YouTube to university research centers, socio-sexual hierarchies — a categorical framework used to describe people’s personalities, social status, and relative popularity to potential romantic partners — is a popular topic.

The two best-known types are alphas and betas, but deltas, gammas, omegas, and sigmas also walk the Earth. What is the general profile of each type, and what are their differences?