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Skip the Ice Cream: Here’s A Better Post-Breakup Plan
Breakups are hard; there are no two ways about it. The emotional toll is enough to send many of us into the fetal position with one hand wrapped around a spoon and the other around a pint of Häagen-Dazs®. The problem with reaching for comfort foods in times of crisis...
Dating in your 60’s
Senior Dating: 4 Tips to Finding Your Silver Mojo Dating. It is not easy at any age, but it can be downright tough for those in the 60+ category. The world has most likely changed significantly since the last time you may have dated. You have also changed. Love, loss,...
Ending a Causal Relationship
Nowadays, it might seem like causal relationships are more common than serious ones. You might call it an open relationship or a friend with benefits, but they all amount to the same thing: a relationship that is sexual but without any form of commitment attached to...
Three Reasons to Stay Single (At Least For a While) After a Breakup
“Dust yourself off and start all over again…”“Get right back on that horse…” These are just some of the common phrases we use to support the idea that trying something after it didn’t go so well the first time is a good idea. And in many instances, this is the right...
Five Benefits of Sex After 60
Life sometimes seems like it is passing us by fast. It seems one minute you are avoiding eye contact with your parents as they awkwardly tell you about the birds and the bees, and the next minute? You are ‘of an age’ where you are not considered a sexual being...
How chronic illness can affect your mental health
If you are suffering from a chronic illness, you are not alone. Almost half of the population is currently battling some form of chronic physical disease. Some of the most common examples of chronic illnesses are:...
Navigating Neurodiversity in Adult Relationships
Understanding and Seeking Diagnosis In today's UK society, awareness of neurodiversity is higher than ever. As an adult, you might reflect on your past and realise that you could have had an undetected diagnosis within the neurodiverse spectrum. As a parent, you might...
Respectful Ways to End a Contentious Conversation
Disagreements are a natural part of human interaction. Over time, we've come to accept that sometimes we must respectfully disagree and move on. However, in today's divided society, it has become increasingly difficult to simply agree to disagree. Television and...
4 Ways to Improve Communication in Your Relationship
If you’re reading this blog post, chances are you, and your significant other have hit a snag in the relationship. Maybe you’re spending less time with each other, and you’ve grown apart. Alternatively, perhaps you do little else than argue these days. All...
Should You Date If You Have Depression
Dating is challenging for everyone. However, when you suffer from depression, dating can feel scary and overwhelming. Not only do you feel particularly raw and vulnerable to possible rejection, but should a connection be made, you have the added burden of figuring out...
Four Essential Relationship Elements of a Lasting Love
When we are young, we are often taught how to share and play well with others. Somehow as adults, these early lessons do not always translate into building and maintaining loving relationships. However, it is never too late to learn new life skills, and creating...
Five Tips for Safely Navigating the ‘Non-Exclusive’ Dating World
Being out in the dating world can be an exciting experience. There are moments of fun and laughter, as well as awkwardness and disappointment. All the while, you anticipate finding chemistry and connection with someone. If you are dating and looking just for fun and...
Coping with Grief During the Summer Holidays
As summer approaches, many of us are tidying up our gardens and patios in preparation for family barbecues and holiday gatherings. Summer often feels like a season for unwinding and enjoying quality time with loved ones. But for those grieving the loss of someone...
Breaking the Cycle: Understanding the Link Between Alcohol and Depression
A significant number of individuals struggling with alcohol misuse also experience major depression. While alcohol can temporarily stimulate serotonin receptors in the brain, offering a fleeting sense of relief, it ultimately leads to a crash, leaving the individual...
I had an Affair, but I want to Save my Relationship, what do I do?
Rebuilding a relationship after infidelity is one of the most challenging journeys a couple can face. However, it’s important to remember that you are not alone. Many couples confront these trials, and with commitment and guidance, it is possible to restore trust and...