Have you ever looked up at the moon and felt something magical? You aren’t alone—astrologers have long believed this isn’t just some whimsical, poetic notion but a reality that’s explained through our individual zodiac moon signs. Unlike our sun sign, which those of us who know and follow closely, our moon sign explains part of…
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Have you ever found yourself talking over your partner? Or maybe you talk over each other? It’s easy to talk past one another in romantic relationships, especially if you’ve been together for a long time. But did you know that really taking the time to listen to your significant other can make all the difference
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Love is a many-splendored thing, but it’s not always a bed of roses. Speaking of flowers, remember that movie The War of the Roses? If you’ve seen it, you know that what starts out as a wonderful love story escalates into a feud to end all feuds—with the demise of the marriage between Kathleen Turner
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In an era that goes hard for individual success and independence, are “power couples” even a thing anymore? You know, like Melanie Griffith and Harrison Ford (ahem, sorry, Tess McGill and Jack Trainer for the initiated) in Working Girl, doing all of those mergers and acquisitions together with a healthy side of romance. Although these
For a long time, people have believed in the theory that “opposites attract.” Meaning that if they date someone completely different from themselves, they will end up happier. This idea has been firmly established in the public consciousness for quite some time–but is this fact or fiction? According to the best and brightest, the idea
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When you think of a blended family, two things probably pop into your head, depending on your age—if you’re younger, it’s most likely the movie Blended, the rom-com starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore. But if you’re older, like me, the second one comes to mind, and that’s the iconic TV show The Brady Bunch.
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If you’ve ever been in an on-again, off-again relationship with a guy with mood swings, you’ll understand what it’s like to be stuck in a never-ending cycle of drama. Does this describe your situation right now? Toxic relationships driven by low self-esteem and insecurity can create a destructive cycle of drama, constant fighting, and extended
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When you think of being in a loving, committed relationship, the last thing you probably think of is being assertive. Surprisingly, ways to be assertive–and not aggressive—is a common question. Some people have been in a long-term relationship and feel their partner is taking them for granted, and they want to know how to step
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Trust is essential in every successful relationship. It helps each partner feel comfortable and safe. Trust and intimacy also allow for healthy boundaries and communication. While it can be difficult, building trust between the partners is worth the effort. Do so by communicating openly, establishing regular check-ins, and not making quick assumptions. Soon, you’ll get
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