For well over a year (since the first national lockdown and the restrictions that came with it) it’s safe to say that hundreds of thousands of weddings have sadly had to be postponed. With a quarter of a million weddings held each year, that’s a lot of postponements to contend with. This means the demand …
Why are toxic relationships so addictive, and why do people describe them as similar to a heroin or drug addiction? It’s a line that feels as though it belongs in a million emotional pop songs, but love is a drug. Indeed, the line itself is almost a cliche, such is its ubiquitousness. But this is …
Dating can be a minefield at the best of times, but when you’re dealing with depression, the idea of dating can seem pretty impossible. But that doesn’t mean you should give up completely. Here, we’ve covered how to navigate the challenges of dating with depression. Dealing with your critical voice People with depression are adept …
Dating trends come and go: orbiting, breadcrumbing, benching, curving… The list is endless. Every new year brings unusual trends that professional (and amateur) singletons need to know to stay ahead of the dating game. But this is a particularly unusual year. People are finding love against the looming spectre of the pandemic, and some leftfield …
We all find ourselves longing for a relationship for different reasons. One of the biggest reasons why people yearn for a relationship is that they simply want to feel loved. They’re unhappy in their personal lives, unhappy with themselves, and they need someone else to feel worthwhile. Of course, this is the worst reason to …
Sometimes, the thought of another couples’ night in can be disheartening. We all relish a few hours of peace and downtime, but all too often we end up wasting this time and just scrolling mindlessly through Facebook. Next thing you know, it’s been six months and all your social life has consisted of is very …
While every couple has those big arguments that can change the course of a relationship, sometimes it’s the little things that can really matter. We all fixate on the biggies: financial problems, the stress of having or trying for a baby, in-laws, differing opinions on the big life stuff… But sometimes it can be something …
Long-distance love isn’t easy; we all know that. But it’s worth it in the end when you are finally reunited for good — you’ve survived the long, lonely months without each other, and the reward is that you get to live happily ever after with the partner of your dreams. Right? If you’re going to …
Starting a family is supposed to be one of the most exciting times in your relationship — after all, you’ve made the amazing decision as a couple to have a baby and create your own family. But the truth is, trying to get pregnant can be an extremely stressful and emotionally intense time for couples …
Books have the ability to delve into the depths of the heart. Perhaps more than any other form of art, books are able to shine a mirror to life and love with nuance, colour, and depth. Of course, love is a popular theme for writers — it’s universal, resonant, and can lift us to lofty …
