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Forget Third Base, Couples Are Focusing on This Dating Milestone Instead

Growing up, most of us learned about the “bases” of physical intimacy. You know, first base is kissing, second base is touching above the waist,...

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6 New Dating Trends to Watch Out for 2026

Each year—or really each month, it seems—new dating trends emerge, reflecting the dire state of today’s dating world. From throning to stack...

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Is the ‘Taxi Cab Theory’ True—and Is It Really That Toxic?

Have you ever heard of the taxi cab theory? You know, the one that says heterosexual men marry based on readiness rather than genuine love? This...

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4 Tips for Beating the ‘Sunday Scaries’

I’m not sure if it’s the cold weather or dark evenings, but I’ve been facing the “Sunday Scaries” far more often than usual.  Now, since I...

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Today’s Moon Phase: December 4, 2025

Happy Friday! We’ve made it to the weekend, and we’ve made it through the powerful full supermoon that occurred yesterday. Today, the moon is in...

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Your Boyfriend Might Be Too Dumb for a Good Relationship

According to recent research, the smarter your boyfriend is, the better he’ll treat you. Who would’ve guessed? A study published in the journal...

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Gen Z Singles Follow a ‘Cuffing Season Schedule.’ Here’s What It Looks Like.

You’ve likely heard of the concept “cuffing season.” You know, the period between early fall and late winter, when everyone is scrambling to...

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3 Signs You Have a Dating Hangover

I don’t know about you, but dating is one of the most soul-sucking experiences I’ve ever had. As someone who is incredibly sensitive to energy and...

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Can’t Stop Procrastinating? Try Going to a ‘Forcing Party’

If you’re anything like me, you postpone a variety of tasks, from dreaded dentist appointments to intimidating book querying, telling yourself...

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4 Zodiac Signs Most Likely to Find a Holiday Fling This Year

As the holiday season approaches, more and more people are looking for partners to share the festive energy with. In fact, according to a recent...

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5 Zodiac Signs Ready to Clean Up Their Lives Once Mercury Goes Direct

Starting today, Mercury is stationing direct in Scorpio—which will bring the ultimate relief. Yes, you read that right. We’ve been in Mercury...

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6 Tips to Get Your Partner’s Family to Actually Like You This Holiday Season

With the holiday season officially upon us, many couples are gearing up for family parties and festive events. For newer couples, this can trigger...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 28, 2025

Happy Friday! As we move into the weekend, the moon is moving through various phases. Today, we are in the first quarter moon phase, which occurs when...

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7 Mythical Creatures and the Love Lessons They Hold

Have you ever wondered what your favorite mythical creature would say about your toxic situationship? These creatures, from mermaids to sirens, each...

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A Quick Guide to Cleansing and Manifesting for 2026

Looking to cleanse your energy and manifest your dreams before 2026? Here’s what you should know about 2026, as well as some spiritual tips and...

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What Is ‘Stack Dating’ and Why Is Gen Z Obsessed With It?

Gen Z is all about efficiency—even when it comes to dating. They don’t have time to space out multiple dates over the span of a month or two, nor...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 27, 2025

Happy Thursday—and Happy Thanksgiving, if you celebrate! Today, we are still sitting pretty under the waxing crescent moon, though it’s gaining...

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Why Is Spotify Wrapped So Triggering?

Spotify Wrapped is arguably one of the most exciting times of the year for nostalgic music-lovers. This annual marketing campaign offers personalized...

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Current Moon Phase: November 24, 2025

Happy Monday, and welcome to a fresh week! We are just a few days into the new lunar cycle, and the moon is gaining more light by the second. Today,...

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3 Reasons Daters Are Settling for AI Companions Over Human Partners

We can all agree that AI is getting out of hand. Still, there’s continuous support for the market, which has an annual growth rate of approximately...

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5 Tips for Calming Your End-of-Year LinkedIn Career Envy

Social media has undoubtedly contributed to an excessive urge to compare ourselves to others. It’s no wonder many of us feel insecure, as though...

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Is Your Ex ‘Paperclipping’ You?

Are you tired of the toxic dating trends yet? (I know I am.) Look, awareness is key to prevention. If you can familiarize yourself with all these...

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‘Circular Relationships’ Are on the Rise: Why Reconnecting With an Ex Isn’t Always a Bad Idea

Many people can relate to the desire to reconnect with an ex-partner. While some individuals are more prone to immediately moving on from...

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Got the Winter Blues? 6 Tips for Mental Decluttering

As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, many of us are preparing for more time indoors. I don’t know about you, but personally, this...

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Why TikTok’s ‘Goodnight Bro’ Trend Is Actually a Wholesome Movement

Have you seen the wholesome ‘goodnight bro’ TikTok trend, where men call their male friends to wish them goodnight? What began as a hilarious...

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Current Moon Phase: November 21, 2025

Happy Friday! It’s been quite the week, with a powerful new moon in Scorpio blessing the sky yesterday. We might not have been able to see the moon,...

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Current Moon Phase: November 20, 2025

Happy Thursday and happy new moon! Today marks the start of a fresh lunar cycle. Think of it as a new chapter—an opportunity to start over, set...

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Current Moon Phase: November 19, 2025

Happy Wednesday! We are halfway through the work week and just one day away from the new moon. Tomorrow marks a new lunar cycle, and today is the last...

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Current Moon Phase: November 18, 2025

Happy Tuesday! We are just a few days away from the new moon and the end of the current lunar cycle. Right now, we are in the last phase of the cycle:...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 17, 2025

Welcome to a new week! We will soon be embarking on a new lunar cycle, but for now, we’re still in the waning crescent phase—the last of eight...

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‘Pebbling’ Is a Dating Trend I Can Actually Get Behind

Apparently, we can learn a thing or two about love from penguins.  Perhaps one of the most wholesome dating trends I’ve written about,...

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These 5 Dating Myths Are Why So Many Men Stay Single

We often hear dating advice directed toward women, but what about men? It seems all male daters have left are those old-fashioned rules like “play...

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5 Texting Tips to Improve Your Dating Life

I don’t know about you, but I’m the type of texter who either sends five messages in a row or doesn’t respond for ten days straight. (I know, I...

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The Northern Lights Put on Another Spectacular Show Last Night: See the Photos

Northern lights viewing is typically reserved for the “auroral oval,” which includes portions of northern Scandinavia, Iceland, Greenland, and...

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3 Zodiac Signs That Should Brace for Chaos During the Coming New Moon

Have you noticed the intensity in the air? That’s classic Mercury retrograde announcing its arrival. (Or perhaps it’s just frigid November...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 13, 2025

Happy Thursday! As we move closer to the weekend, we also move closer to the end of our current lunar cycle. We’ve officially made it to the last...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 12, 2025

Happy Wednesday! Today’s moon phase is the last quarter with about 50 percent illumination from the sun. If you have clear skies in your area...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 11, 2025

Happy Tuesday! Today’s moon phase is the waning gibbous with 56% illumination from the sun. If you happen to see the moon tonight, it will likely...

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4 Tips for Navigating the Emotional Grand Water Trine

If you’re into astrology at all, you likely know that the water signs are particularly emotional zodiac signs, often exposing vulnerabilities and...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 10, 2025

Happy Monday, and welcome to a new week! Today, we are still in the waning gibbous moon phase, which lasts for around seven days. The current moon is...

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6 Ways to Actually Build a Better Relationship With Yourself

You know what they say: the most important relationship you will ever have is with yourself. However, so many of us neglect ourselves while attempting...

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4 Poker Lessons That Will Help You Thrive in the Dating World

You can learn a lot about the game we call “dating” by playing poker. In fact, many poker strategies will ensure you excel in the dating scene....

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6 Ways Oversharing About Your Breakup Actually Helps You Get Over It

If you scroll on TikTok for just a few minutes, you’ll likely come across at least one person spilling the tea about their breakup. Some might say...

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Gen Z Are ‘Sledging’ Their Dates This Winter

It’s almost time to deck the halls, and to some toxic daters, that signals the start of the dating prowl. In fact, some even go so far as to choose...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 7, 2025

Happy Friday! We’re inching closer to the weekend, and as we do so, the moon is slowly losing light from the sun. We are currently in the waning...

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Jupiter Retrograde Is Coming, and These 3 Signs Will Feel It the Most

Heads up: this month is about to get chaotic. As if Mercury retrograde on November 9 wasn’t already enough, Jupiter retrograde begins just two days...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 6, 2025

Happy Thursday! How are you feeling coming off the powerful full supermoon? Today’s lunar phase is the waning gibbous, which is the phase directly...

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Today’s Moon Phase: November 5, 2025

Happy Wednesday—and Happy Full Moon! That’s right, we’ve officially made it to November’s full moon. This particular full moon is called the...

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3 Signs Your Winter Libido Slump Isn’t Personal, It’s Seasonal

As we move into cuffing season, more people are worried about their dwindling libidos. (Yes, it’s a common winter worry.) When the weather cools and...

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5 Tips for Protecting Your Relationship During the Full Beaver Moon

Tomorrow’s full Beaver Moon will bring an intensity you might not be ready for—especially in your closest relationships. In fact, experts are...

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