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17 Exquisite Poems About Change That Will Transform You

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Life is a transformative journey, whether or not you welcome the changes along the way.

Nothing remains the same, and you shouldn’t want it to – even when change is painful or frightening.

Beautiful poetry about change reminds us that even as the seasons change and those we love become different or leave us behind, we evolve and grow into new versions of ourselves.

The poems about change and growth in our collection reveal how change is exhilarating and bittersweet.

As you read them, open your heart and mind, and embrace change as a welcome friend.

Are You Cringing About Your Dates? 7 Reasons You Overshare And How To Stop

by Barrie Davenport

You regretted it the minute it came out of your mouth.

Your date’s expression all but screamed that it was TMI.

Few things are more embarrassing than oversharing on a date, making you cringe when you reflect on the night.

Oversharing can come in many forms, whether you tell your date you were late because of an attack of diarrhea or spill all your family’s dirty laundry.

But there are reasons why you overshare on dates and ways to get yourself out of the habit.

You’ll Be Shocked At These 13 Ways Dating A Narcissist Changes You

by Barrie Davenport

frustrated woman with. man how dating a narcissist changes you

Maybe you’re currently dating a narcissist.

Or perhaps you’ve just left one.

Whichever the case, the relationship undoubtedly changed you — but how?

Can a narcissist turn you into a narcissist?

Did this relationship damage you permanently?

The good news is that narcissism isn’t contagious, and humans can overcome many emotional hurdles with proper guidance.

But yes, the narcissist relationship cycle is a roller coaster, and it’s rare to experience or escape it without altering the way you process, react and behave.

With that in mind, today, we’re looking at 13 different ways dating a narcissist can change you.

Some of the changes are good.

Others aren’t.

Either way, acknowledging the potential impacts of partnering with a narcissist for any length of time can go a long way in helping you heal.

He Needs You To Back Off: 21 Upsetting Signs He Wants You To Leave Him Alone

by Barrie Davenport

OMG.

What is going on with that guy of yours?

Does it seem like he wants you to back off and leave him alone?

Is it a situation where you feel like you're trying to hold onto something that's slipping away?

Maybe you're in a relationship, and you're unsure if your partner wants to be with you or not.

While it's a tough spot to be in, sometimes the signs are clear as day (and other times even heart-breaking).

He went from suddenly being unavailable for conversations to ignoring your calls and now outright saying he wants space.

If you're experiencing these pushbacks, it might be time to back off and give your man what he’s asking for.

So, if you're ready to face the truth, let's dive in.

We'll review each of the signs he wants you to leave him alone in detail.

You will discover if your relationship has a fighting chance or if you should let go and move on.

How Do Men Express Their Love? 9 Most Common Ways He’ll Show You

by Barrie Davenport

couple embracing outside common ways men express love

How do you tell if a man loves you? What signs should you look for?

Whatever your partner’s personality, it helps to know the psychology of men in love. What does love feel like for a man, anyway?

All you’ve noticed is he doesn’t act the same way you do.

You’re not weird if you’re wondering whether the man in your life truly loves you.

But if he shows love in any of the nine ways described here, there’s hope.

And if you didn’t have that, you probably wouldn’t be here.