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5 Signs Someone Really Likes You

May 9, 2025

Looking back at my dating life before I met my husband, I can't help but laugh at how oblivious I was. There I was, second-guessing every text, overanalyzing every interaction, completely missing all the signals. The funny thing is, the signs were always there. I just didn't know how to read them properly. You see, I was so accustomed to relationship drama that when something healthy came along, it felt... suspicious. Like waiting for the other shoe to drop. "They're being nice to me? What's the catch?" Yeah, I[...]

Why Too Much Empathy Can Destroy You: 5 Signs and How to Stop It

April 4, 2025

Do you find yourself ignoring your own needs to accommodate others? Where your own feelings get pushed aside because you're busy being "the understanding one"?Empathy is a wonderful quality to have, but it can also become a weakness when there are no boundaries. In this video, I'm opening up about the five telltale signs your empathy has crossed into self-abandonment. And if you've been struggling with saying "no" or setting boundaries with people you care about, don't worry.I'm sharing the exa[...]

How to be Vulnerable with Someone You Just Started Dating

February 11, 2025

You're heart starts racing, wondering if it's time to share that part of your story. We've all been there – that moment when you want to open up but worry if it's too soon or how they'll react. In this video, I'm sharing my own journey and the exact steps that helped me (and can help you) share your past with someone new. No more second-guessing or losing sleep over the "right time." I remember how terrifying it felt to be vulnerable with someone I was just getting to know. That's why I'm breaking down exactly[...]

Dating with Herpes: Finding Love and Self-Acceptance

January 24, 2025

I often only focus on dating relationships and online dating tips. However, in recent times, I've encountered people reaching out to me after receiving a herpes diagnosis, their hearts heavy with uncertainty about their dating future. I understand, and this is why I was compelled to write this article – finding love can feel challenging enough on its own. Add a viral STI like herpes to the equation, and the dating landscape might seem impossible to navigate. But here's what I've learned from helping countless i[...]