We have all heard of the phrase you teach people how to treat you. That may be easier said than done when you are a people pleaser. If you find yourself having a hard time saying no and catching yourself fawning to win someone's interest, you're not alone. Many singles find themselves in this pattern, putting their own needs and wants aside to make others happy. But this habit can create dangerous consequences and attract takers, manipulators, and narcissistic types. If you're ready to break the pattern of bein[...]
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There are always horror stories about bad online dates and misleading dating profiles. I'm a big believer that like attracts like, so if you are always looking for what is wrong, well there is a high chance you attract precisely that. But what if we focused on the positive? What if we made a conscious effort to look for the good qualities we want in potential matches? That's where "green flags" come in - these are the positive qualities and attributes to look for on a dating profile that indicates a potential[...]
Dating can feel like an exhausting job, and we all know there are plenty of fish in the sea. But how can we separate the good ones from the bad? Communication is key, but what if the conversation is full of red flags? Knowing what to look out for is crucial to avoid wasting your time and heartbreak. In this blog, I will discuss some of the biggest dating conversation red flags to avoid. 1. Self-absorbed talk Talking to someone who cannot talk about anything other than themselves can be a real turn-off. A conversa[...]
Sometimes, jumping into a relationship too quickly without really screening a person might land you someone who is emotionally unavailable. This can be especially heartbreaking to someone who gives so much in hopes of having their partner reciprocate their feelings. When they don't, you begin to find yourself resenting them. In this blog post, we’ll explore the signs of an emotionally unavailable partner, how to navigate this type of relationship, and when it’s time to let go. 1. They Avoid Emotional Conver[...]