When you’re dating, there’s a huge difference between dating a good person vs a good partner. While someone could be both, some nice people suck at being partners. How do you know which one you’re dating? Signs that your significant other isn’t a good partner 1. They don’t help out I know way too many […]
Category: Relationships
Why Do I Attract Toxic People?
If you’ve ever asked yourself – why do I attract toxic people – I might have the answer for you. It’s the answer I’ve come to based on my personal experience and various books/podcasts I’ve listened to. What Attracts Toxic People In my experience, toxic people (aka manipulators or narcissists) are attracted to people who […]
Guide to Eloping in Scotland – 2024/25
Eloping in Scotland is becoming more and more popular, and now that I’ve done it myself, here’s my guide to eloping in Scotland – 2024/25! I’ll cover places, photographers, time of the year to do it, accommodation and general elopement comments. I’m not trying to sell any service to you, only here to help you […]
Fear of Abandonment
Have you ever experienced fear of abandonment? For me it’s most prevalent in romantic relationships. I know some would call it anxious attachment style. However, I read the book, did the tests, and the clear conclusion was that I have a secure attachment style. The thing is, our sense of security in a relationship might […]
Compatibility VS Chemistry
People debate about what’s more important when it comes to compatibility vs chemistry. I see lots of young people do a round-up of their year in dating and describing why it never went past the first date – there was no spark. I blame the movies and couples who only share their highlights on social […]
Why You Should Only Date Once You’ve Learned to Love Yourself
First of all, I know that “why you should only date once you’ve learned to love yourself” is a mouthful for a title. I just don’t know how else to say it. I know people will argue that it’s easier to love yourself once someone else shows you love. I also know that the lack […]
“No” is a Full Sentence
I started 2024 with the realisation that I still don’t know how to respond to people who don’t know that the word “no” is a full sentence. What do I mean by that? I mean that I don’t owe anyone explanations. I don’t owe information about my personal life. I don’t owe anyone anything that […]
Questions to Ask Yourself When Dating
I think there are a lot of questions to ask yourself when dating, but I narrowed it down to my top 10. These are the questions I wish I knew to ask when I was in my first relationship. These are also questions I wish my friends who are in toxic relationships asked themselves. When […]
Why I Want to Elope
I’ve been getting some questions and opinions and decided to share why I want to elope. First, let’s address the elephant in the room. I know that traditionally eloping meant you run away without telling anyone. Times have changed. Besides, what am I supposed to tell people when they see my engagement ring and ask […]
Why It Matters Who You Surround Yourself With
I recently spoke to a friend who got married not long ago and really understood why it matters who you surround yourself with. The friend said she loves married life, but people keep telling her “Just wait”. I was glad to hear she refuses to allow that kind of talk into her life . She […]