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What makes it different from being “really good friends”? And does the “platonic” mean absolutely no sex or romance? These are some of the biggest questions that come up regarding queerplatonic relationships (QPRs). And you’ll find more—along with their answers—as you keep reading. What Is a Queerplatonic Relationship? So, what is a QPR? And where did the term even come from? Do you know how “platonic” and “romantic” are generally considered opposites of each other?...

After all, adults have unresolved issues, too. Some are narcissistic, some are lugging around past traumas, and others are emotionally underdeveloped. When left unaddressed, the latter can be especially rough on kids and lead to mental health hurdles down the line. So today, we’re unpacking the profile of emotionally immature parents and how to deal with them. What Is an Emotionally Immature Parent? Immaturity is the state of not being fully grown....

But you still want a love relationship with a partner who gets you. Good news! It is possible to have independence in a relationship that enriches you both. You can appreciate what your partner brings to your life without losing yourself in their identity and becoming someone you no longer recognize. What Does It Mean to Be in An Independent Relationship? Being independent in a relationship means making a daily, conscious commitment to honoring your own needs....

May they lead to countless deep, engaging, and enjoyable conversations. Whether you’re feeling pensive, flirty, mischievous, or just bored with your daily routine, you’ll find philosophical questions in this list that are perfect for the occasion. And once you start asking them and thoughtfully considering the answers you receive, your life will never be the same. What are philosophical questions? Philosophical questions are those you can’t answer using science but rather help you think about what you know or believe to be true....

Or is it? Maybe you don’t know yourself as well as you thought? Maybe the weirder part of you is still a mystery to the part of you that runs the show. In any case, your inner weirdo keeps showing up. And you don’t know whether to make peace with it or show it who’s boss. (And what if the weirdo is actually the boss of you?) So, what can you do to understand yourself better?...

Just because the sex is amazing or you both love to travel doesn’t mean your relationship is healthy or strong. Healthy relationships involve commitment, self-awareness, and empathy. They require ongoing nurturing, forgiveness, and open communication. But these things don’t happen overnight. A good relationship is a work in progress — a daily undertaking that you both honor willingly. Of course, we enter a love relationship initially because, well, we fall in love....

You’re familiar with INFJ bad traits, though you hesitate to call them “bad.” After all, someone you care about has taken this Myers-Briggs type to an unhealthy extreme. Or you’ve started wondering if maybe you are. To answer that question, first you need to recognize the tell-tale signs of an unhealthy INFJ. Welcome to the ultimate guide. How Does An Unhealthy INFJ Behave? What happens when an INFJ gets mad?...

After all, people break up and make up all the time. So what are the signs you’ll get back together? As with all relationship-related advice, a lot depends on the parties involved. As the saying goes: “One person’s trash is another person’s treasure.” However, there are some common signs you and your ex may get back together. Will My Ex Ever Come Back? In many cases, yes. In fact, according to a Kansas State study, about 50% of couples give it another go after splitting....

Have you noticed something troubling in your romantic relationship? Is your spidey sense activated on high alert? No one is perfect, and that includes love partners. Even the happiest couples have their share of disagreements and arguments. However, you should not ignore certain red flags in your relationship. Knowing the signs of a faltering (or failing) relationship is key to restoring it or deciding it’s time to end things. Use these 15 silent dating red flags to determine if your relationship is in trouble....

Knowing when to back down and allow others to lead can serve you well, but it is also important to know when to charge forward with your own ideas, motivations, and goals. There are many highly successful people with passive traits who have harnessed the powers of passivity to work for them rather than against them. If you have a non-confrontational personality, you may not recognize all of the ways passive behavior has influenced your life....

It happened so fast. You fell head over heels for each other. Are you just lucky in love, or is that tiny voice at the back of your head trying to warn you about something? It sounds an awful lot like you, and it keeps asking annoying questions like, “Why do I get attached so easily?” Because deep down, you know something isn’t quite right. And you want to know why....

Outrage, panic, betrayal, and emptiness come to mind. But it’s also possible to feel relief when you realize why your relationship has felt so “off” lately. Once you know the truth, you need to consider how to approach your spouse. Calling out a cheating spouse is a difficult task that you shouldn’t do without preparation. Think about what you want to say, but also prepare yourself for the typical things cheaters say when confronted....

It can happen while working, watching TV, driving, shopping, working out, reading, cooking– you get the point. The smallest of things can create arousal. Whether you’re a man or woman, even non-sexual things can turn you on. It doesn’t matter if you’re single, married, or in a relationship, casually dating, or on the market. Even complete strangers can stimulate your senses. Non-sexual things that are turn-ons vary from person to person and between genders, but there are some common tantalizations out there....

She seems to like having you around, and you want to know whether she likes you that way. It would sure help if you knew the signs she secretly likes you. Maybe she’s not ready to tell you how she feels. But if you have feelings for her, and she’s showing the signs described in this post, you have reason to hope. Read on to learn more about these signs, as well as the reasons she may be hiding what she feels....

Some of you like to handle things right away. Others need to sit on them for a while. Maybe you prefer to talk through an issue, and your boss wants to think through it first, then talk. Sometimes it feels like you and those close to you speak different languages. Positive and productive communication between couples, friends, and work associates is more about mutual respect and a willingness to make sure each person feels heard and understood....

Most people do live rather uneventful lives for the most part. We wake up, go to work, come home to chores and watch a little TV, go to bed, and do it all over again the next day. These patterns become so ingrained that it’s hard to shake loose from them. After the finishing the final season of your favorite series on Netflix, you look up from the screen and wonder if this is all there is to life....

We’re taught that courage means bulldozing our way through life without any regard for others, and that courage and compassion are mutually exclusive. But Brene Brown aims to change all that. As a research professor at the University of Houston, she knows a thing or two — and by “a thing or two,” we mean “a couple of decades worth of research” — about empathy, shame, and vulnerability. She’s authored a number of books, given a number of talks, and actually walked the talk on the above subjects....

But sometimes it’s harder to think of what to talk about. You call each other, text each other, and maybe you video chat a few times each week. So, having something to talk about is essential. That’s why we’ve made this list of 67 fun long-distance relationship questions to ask each other. Keep these handy, and you’ll never be at a loss for words. How Do You Keep a Long Distance Conversation Interesting?...

Through the Myers-Briggs personality test, many people find their personality type and begin studying what it all means. The Myers Briggs divides personalities into 16 different types represented by four-letter acronyms. The first letter describes where you focus your attention and is either an “I” or an “E,” representing introvert and extrovert, respectively. Let’s dive in and learn more about these personality types. What Are the 8 Types of Introverts?...

Whether you’re in the middle of a full-blown affair or just harboring unspoken feelings, part of you has to recognize that falling in love with a married woman is not a good idea. You’re inviting drama, and probably heartbreak, into your life. You’re almost certainly losing opportunities to meet an available woman. The time has come to step away. All that remains is figuring out a way to end the relationship....