exes Archives

Breadcrumbing in Dating: 5 Warning Signs & How to Stop It

December 20, 2024

You stare at your phone, your heart jumping at the notification. After three days of silence, there it is – that familiar "hey, thinking of you" text. Deep down, you know this pattern. Just enough attention to keep you hoping, but never enough to build something real. You're experiencing what's known as "breadcrumbing" – the modern dating equivalent of leaving a trail of breadcrumbs that lead nowhere. The Signs You're Being Breadcrumbed Does this sound familiar? You've been texting someone for weeks, maybe ev[...]

couple sitting away from each other upset

Understanding the Signs of an Emotionally Unavailable Partner

September 15, 2023

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[...]

heart broken and two hands holding a piece of heart

Do I Need to Heal Myself Before I Can Date Again?

April 5, 2023

We all want a relationship that creates a meaningful connection, love, joy, and companionship. However, not every relationship you encounter will lead you to this blissful outcome. In fact, you may have come out of an especially difficult experience with someone you deeply cared about, and now you feel alone, exhausted, and wondering how even to start again. I get it. I have been there myself. I have helped countless singles heal from past relationships that stop them from taking healthy risks and moving forward[...]

5 Tips on How to Stop Attracting Narcissists: Advice for Empaths

April 25, 2022

Do you have a difficult time saying no to people? Do you feel like you're constantly giving more of yourself than you have to offer? If so, there's a good chance that you're attracting narcissists into your life. Narcissists are attracted to empaths because they sense that they receive what they need (which is usually attention and validation). I will discuss five tips on how to stop attracting narcissists and protect yourself from their toxicity. Tip # 1 - Make Sure that Your Needs Are Being Met Narcissists a[...]