• Intimacy - Kissing

    3 Kissing Tips for Beginners

    Kissing, the sweet gateway to romance, holds incredible power in the world of relationships. Whether it’s igniting the flames of passion or expressing your affection, a well-executed kiss can work wonders. If you’re new to the enchanting realm of smooching, fret not! Here are three essential kissing tips for beginners that will help you embark on your kissing journey with…

  • Spoken Poetry - Spoken Word - What is Love

    Spoken Word: He Sees Me

    He’s like an anchor, grounding me, but in the most liberating way.  It’s as if he’s whispering, “You’re allowed to exist. Fully, completely.” I used to think that being seen would mean I’d be found out… that my weaknesses and flaws would be exposed. But he’s flipped the script on me.  He’s seen my fears, and instead of turning away,…

  • Friendship - Situationship

    Want More Confusion In Your Life? Enter a Situationship

     Ah, the “situationship.” What a maze of mixed feelings and unsaid words. It’s like standing on a bridge made of fog—feels kinda solid, but not enough to let your guard down.  You’re with someone, sure, but labels? Nah. Who needs ’em? Except deep down, you kinda wish there was one, right? What is a situationship? It’s best described by a…

  • Breaking Up - Change - Growth

    Never Breaking Up is a Myth

    Why is it dangerous to say “we will never break up”? Here is a lesson in relationship realism that I learned the hard way.  Early love is beautiful and those currently in its throes can feel invincible and certain about their future as a couple. It’s not uncommon for couples deeply in love to make grand declarations like “we will…

  • Change - Compatibility - Growth

    Achieving True Compatibility is Like Tandem Swimming

    You know, I used to believe that finding the perfect match was the ultimate secret to a successful relationship. I clung to this idea for quite some time, and it probably contributed to my “player” persona back in the day. I’d assess compatibility based on various factors like shared interests, social status, and maturity levels.  Yes, Criteria.   Having some criteria…