Relationship Advice

Finding Love Across Party Lines | Can Opposites Really Attract in Election Season?

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They say opposites attract, which is no doubt true in some romantic scenarios. But when it comes to politics, hoo boy, that is a completely different animal—especially in the current political climate. And as the already fraught political tenor revs up with the upcoming November election, the world of dating becomes even more tension-filled. The

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Navigating Relationships With Partners Suffering from Borderline Personality Disorder

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Even in perfect circumstances, romantic relationships can be hard. Think about it: between 40 and 50% of American marriages end in divorce–even the strongest partnerships are susceptible to difficulties with communication, trust, and conflict. And while partnerships can already be challenging, it becomes even harder when one-half of the couple struggles with mental illness. Relationship

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Emotional Intimacy vs Codependency | Understanding the Difference

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To be honest with you, dear readers, this subject is something that even I struggle with, and I don’t think I’m alone in confusing emotional intimacy vs codependency. Rationally, I know the difference between the two—but when you are enmeshed with another human being, sometimes the lines can blur. Romantic relationships hinge on emotional intimacy,

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Breaking Stereotypes | How Age Gap Relationships Are Changing Social Norms

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Ah, the age-old age-gap debate is still going strong, and we obviously have thoughts on it—who doesn’t? We know that times they are a changin’, but some people’s perspectives and perceptions about men dating younger women or (gasp!) women dating younger men (aka the cougars) are shifting toward being a little more accepting of significant

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