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What Is Breadcrumbing? 10 Signs It’s Happening to You

Being breadcrumbed isn’t just a waste of your time. It can lead to real mental health issues. If you see these signs, it may be time to walk away.…

Staying Emotionally Connected in a Long-Distance Relationship: 4 Top Tips

Learning how to stay emotionally connected in a long-distance relationship is key to making it work. We also share advice on how to create intimacy from afar.…

Don’t Ghost: Here’s a Better Way to End It With Someone

When you ghost instead of breaking up with someone directly, you might do it to spare the other’s feelings. But there are long-term rewards for not ghosting.…

24 Gay-Friendly First Date Ideas for a Safe, Fun Time

Safety is key in queer dating, but drinking doesn’t have to be. Choosing a shared activity can help you make a genuine connection while keeping things playful.…

5 Reasons People Cheat in Long-Distance Relationships

Reasons people cheat in long-distance relationships include lack of physical intimacy, need for emotional connection, poor communication, and low self-esteem.…

3 Tips for Dating Someone Who Lives With Their Ex

If you’re dating someone who lives with their ex, there are 3 things experts recommend doing: be cautious, express your concerns, and trust your instincts. …

What Is Gaslighting? Examples and How to Protect Yourself

Gaslighting is emotional abuse that manipulates someone into questioning their reality, memory or perceptions. It can lead to a reliance on the gaslighter.…

15 Board Games for Couples: Game Night, Travel, Spicy, & More

Board games are a way to bring fun back into your quality time with your partner. They’re like fun-containing supplements you can take when you’re running low.…

Love vs. Codependency: How to Trust Yourself

It can be hard to tell a healthy loving relationship apart from codependency, especially if you’re trying to avoid harmful old patterns. Here’s what to know.…

Polyamory vs. Polygamy: Consent, Marriage, Power, and More

Polyamory and polygamy both involve more than two romantic partners, but they’re different when it comes to who has the power in the relationship.…

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