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21 Bare Minimum Expectations You Should Have In a Partnered Relationship

Unfortunately, your relationship isn't evolving as wonderfully as you imagined.

Instead of roses and romance, it's Netflix and nachos (of which we're big fans — just not all the time).

If so, you may have landed a minimal-effort guy or gal — someone who doesn't go out of their way to enrich your relationship but doesn't sabotage it, either.

How do you know if you've landed in one of these low-investment unions?

That's what we're unpacking below.

What are the minimum expectations in a relationship?

And is that minimum enough for you?

Does He Only Want You For Your Body? 19 Signs He Does

by Barrie Davenport

Are you in a new relationship and wondering if the guy only sees you as an object of physical attraction?

No one likes to feel used or taken advantage of, and questioning whether or not your significant other is only in it for physical attraction can be a hard pill to swallow.

After all, compassion and mutual understanding are fundamental components of any relationship.

So how can you tell if your partner is truly attracted to you or if they are just after your body?

Let’s look at signs indicating he may want you just for your body.

Armed with these signs, you can empower yourself to make the best choice for your happiness.

Tune in to figure out how to spot if someone’s intentions with you may not be as honorable as you thought!

Is Breaking Up Over Text Ok Or Does It Make You A Coward?

by Barrie Davenport

You've undoubtedly heard a romantic horror tale about a person who didn't know their relationship was about to get a pink slip.

One day, they're going about their life, none the wiser, and BAM!

They get a breakup text message from their partner.

It's not an urban legend, either.

This happens all the time.

And today, we're unpacking the good, bad and ugly with text breakups.

When is breaking up over text acceptable, and when is it not?

We've got the answers you're looking for, so let's dive in.

17 Signs A Girl Is Playing You Like A Fool

by Barrie Davenport

So you've met a new woman in your life, and you feel excited but trepidatious.

Are her intentions the same as yours?

Is she playing games or just not interested?

You feel vulnerable trusting a new partner, and it's essential to know whether or not she's on the same page as you.

The signs she’s a player can be subtle; sometimes, they don’t appear until it may be too late.

That’s why it pays to know how to identify if your new love interest is gaming you.

Once you know the tell-tale indicators that she’s playing you for a fool, you can decide whether you should hold on in hopes things change or let her go.

27 Fun And Bonding Things To Do With Your Sister

by Barrie Davenport

The bond between sisters is unlike any other.

Whether your sister is older or a few years younger than you, sister activities can help bring you both together no matter where you are in your lives.

From spending time catching up on old movies to exploring a new adventure, there is never a shortage of sister activities that can bring joy into your life at any time.