Relationships

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If You’re an Empath You Should Carry This Stone for Extra Support

Empaths and highly sensitive individuals are finely attuned to the energies around them, experiencing emotions, environments, and even technology on a deeper level. With so much external energy influencing their mental and emotional states, finding balance can be challenging. Enter Shungite, a unique mineral known for its grounding properties and historical use in holistic practices. […]

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Freelance Writer

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Therapist Says These Are The Five Stages Of A Dying Marriage

When a marriage is in decline, it tends to follow a predictable pattern. Knowing what to look for can help you repair your relationship before it’s too late. Becky Whetstone, an Arkansas marriage and family therapist and the author of the forthcoming book I (Think) I Want Out, has spent more than 20 years counseling couples. She […]

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Ultrapopular Netflix Show Reveals Why So Many Men Are Single Today

Men are lonelier than ever. Men in their 20s aren’t having sex. Men are not okay. More and more men identify as ‘incels’ — which stands for ‘involuntarily celibate.’ You’ve probably been hearing things along these lines in the last few months, maybe even longer. But if you look at the statistics on heterosexual male sexlessness, relationship […]

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I’ve got terminal cancer. Here’s why I’m prioritizing travel

Kris Sokolowski has always been active, spending his free time mountain climbing, running and practicing martial arts. And at every opportunity, he could be found boarding a plane, en route to explore the world. On his first official date with his now wife, Sokolowski booked flights to South Africa for two weeks. The couple have […]

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12 Signs of Verbal Abuse Never to Ignore

People endure many types of abuse every day, but they don’t all occur within the confines of a romantic relationship. Verbal abuse is one of those sneaky types of maltreatment that isn’t always easy to detect. These words are used to manipulate, control, or hurt another person. It often accompanies other forms of abuse, such […]

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7 Signs of a Passive-Aggressive Gaslighter

Be on the lookout before you’re manipulated. “Some people try to be tall by cutting off the heads of others.” — Paramahansa Yogananda “If someone treats you bad, just remember that there is something wrong with them, not you. Normal people don’t go around destroying other people.” ⁠ — Author unknown Gaslighting is a form of persistent manipulation […]

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 7 Cases When A High Sex Drive May Be A Sign Of Trauma

Hypersexual behavior could be a symptom of PTSD or other mental health issues. Here’s what to look for. A high sex drive combined with risky behaviors could be an underlying sign that something is up with your mental health. Pay attention to the scenarios below when it comes to your sex life. People cope with trauma in […]