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Rejecting too quickly may save you from short-term discomfort but cost you long-term connection.
3 Tips To Conquer The Anxiety Of Being Perpetually Single
The fear of never finding love can feel overwhelming, but understanding its roots can help you let go and open your heart again.
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In a world obsessed with romance, thriving solo is quietly radical. Here's what that looks like.
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2 Clues You're Being 'Carouseled' In Dating
Carouseling' describes the cycle of almost-relationships that never move forward. If you're stuck waiting for clarity, these signs might explain why.
3 Psychological Reasons Behind The Craving For Closure
Closure trumps ambiguity in every competition, even if the closure itself is a lie. Here's why, according to research.
5 'Breakup Boundaries' You Need To Start Setting
Breakups hurt in indescribable ways, but they don't have to forever. These five boundaries can help you curb the pain.
A Psychologist Explains The Evolutionary Mechanisms Behind Breakups
The emotional turmoil of a breakup has deep roots in our evolution. Here's where they came from, and how they manifest.
4 Questions Most People Ask When Searching For Love
Believe it or not, most people have a 'screening process' when looking for a potential partner. More often than not, however, it's subconscious. Here's how it works.
How Long Does It Really Take To Get Over An Ex?
Still mourning a past relationship? New research reveals just how long it can take for the emotional turmoil of a breakup to pass.
A Psychologist Explains The 'Talking Stage' Of Relationships
What does 'just talking' really mean when it comes to romantic relationships? Here's what new research has to say.
How To Tell If You're Truly Ready For A Relationship
Research reveals that if you're unsure about stepping into the dating world, you should ask what your friends think.
3 Kinds Of People Who Will Struggle The Hardest To Find A Relationship
These three 'dating personalities' fight the hardest to find love—sometimes, to no avail.
2 Ways To Shake The 'Hesitator Mindset' In Your Love Life
Unsure of how to find the love that you crave? The 'hesitator mindset' could be holding you back from taking action.
2 Reasons Why Modern Dating Is Missing What Matters Most
Online dating—which is now turning toward AI solutions—is becoming more and more impersonal. Here's why this is frustrating for singles.
3 Things You Need To Consider Before Getting Back With Your Ex
Rekindling an old flame is a risky path—especially without careful consideration. Here's everything you need to consider before you try.
2 Reasons Why You Have To Start 'Loud Looking' For Love
Don't be shy when it comes to your needs in a relationship. Here's why, despite how daunting it can be, you have to shout them from the rooftops.
4 Ways To Survive The Holidays Post-Breakup
Heartbreak can hit us hardest during the festive period. Here's four ways to get through it.
Do Single Women Who Enjoy Casual Sex Have Low Self-Esteem?
New research reveals whether there's a kernel of truth to the 'insecure floozy' stereotype. Here's what was found.
3 Signs Your Independence Is Preventing You From A Relationship
Are you 'too independent' to find love? Here's how to tell if your hyper-independence is preventing you from genuine connection.
4 Signs That You're Ready To Re-Enter The Dating World
Are you really ready to love again? Here's four ways to tell.
4 Reasons Why Single Women Are So Much Happier Than Single Men
New research reveals that single women might be the happiest people on earth. Here's four reasons why, according to the study.
The 5 'Flirting Styles'—Ranked From Best To Worst
Is your go-to 'flirting style' effective? Here's how to tell.
5 Ways To Protect Yourself From 'Dating Burnout'
Feeling drained by dating apps, or even just the dating scene itself? Here's how to prevent them from burning you out.
2 Reasons Why We Need 'Third Spaces' To Find Love
The steady reduction in 'third spaces' is slowly but surely wreaking havoc on the dating scene. Here's why.
2 Reasons Why You're Still Single
Is your singlehood a choice, or is it a consequence? Here's how to tell.
Dating Apps Have Placed Us All In A 'Love-Heartbreak Cycle'—Here's How To Break It
You don't have to be in a relationship in order to be happy. If you feel like you do, you might be doing yourself a disservice. Here's why.
4 Points To Consider Before You Try Friendship With An Ex
Not sure if you and your ex can handle a post-breakup friendship? Here's two signs that you can—and two that you can't.
2 Motivations That Spark The Desire For A 'Post-Breakup Glow Up'
A heartbreak can be crushing, but it can also be catalyzing. Here's why.
A Beginner's Guide To Exploring 'Kinks' And 'Fetishes'
To make your bedroom dreams a reality, you might have to educate yourself a bit first. Here's what you need to know.
4 Ways That Perspectives On Singlehood Can Differ
One person may feel greatly different about being single than the next. Here's why.
3 Ways To Master 'Strong Vulnerability' For A Perfect Dating Life
Research shows that 'strong vulnerability' is the key to being not too clingy, but not too aloof in your dating endeavors.
How To Combine Your Instincts And Rationality In Your Search For Love
In matters of love, it can be hard to decide whether to listen to your heart or your head. Here's how to benefit from the powers of both.
Are You Scared Of Falling In Love? You Might Have 'Philophobia'
Love can be a scary thing for some people. Here's how to cope with fear and love when they hit you at the same time.
Why Do Our Single Friends Always Give The Best Relationship Advice?
It doesn't seem to make sense, but research confirms that your single friends might have the most wisdom when it comes to relationship advice.
Is Going 'No-Contact' The Best Way To Cope With A Breakup?
If you're worried whether going 'no-contact' is the right choice for you, here's how to prepare for everything that it takes.
5 Reasons Why You Need To Lose Your Attachment To Dating Outcomes
Research shows that Gen-Zs might be onto something with their new 'NATO' dating trend.
University Of Nicosia Professor Explains The Most Common Reasons Behind Involuntary Singlehood
Researcher Menelaos Apostolou explains why people face difficulties in finding partners and how to navigate them.
3 Journal Prompts To Aid Your Quest In Finding True Love
If your goal for this year is to settle down with someone special, these journal prompts might be a great place to start your search for love.
5 Ways That We Experience Grief After A Breakup
Bereavement does not limit itself to death or funerals. Here's how the five stages of 'post-breakup grief' might affect you.
A Therapist Describes What It Means To Date Yourself And How This Can Help You On Your Love Journey
Without a deep understanding of yourself, it is difficult to find a partner who truly resonates with your values and aspirations.
A Therapist Teaches You How To Take Advantage Of Your Newfound Singlehood
Not being in a committed relationship can be liberating in more ways than one.
Do You Have A Personality That Prefers Singlehood?
Psychological research offers three ways to tell.
A Psychologist Explains Why Singlehood Is Only Good For Certain Personality Types
New research explores the traits that drive people towards a life of singledom.
Are You Destined For A Relationship Or Life-Long Singlehood?
Psychologist Menelaos Apostolou describes personalities that have the strongest tendencies towards a life of singledom.
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