Articles

the mr big effect: an era of emotionally unavailable women
None of us woke up one morning and decided to become emotionally unavailable.
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the freedom of turning 30
30, flirting and thriving?
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the emptiness behind the goal weight
It was an idea planted for me, through years of cultural conditioning
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the stalking epidemic
We can't be friends, but I'd like to just pretend.
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the people who forget what first dates feel like
For the ones who tell you to “just give him a chance.”
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the summer i spent alone and nobody noticed
Sometimes the simple seasons are the ones that teach you who you actually are.
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the art of the gentle reset
Little rituals that improve everything.
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the magic of being alone (even when it hurts)
I'm finally ready to turn 30.
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the energy of a good outfit
How dressing up, even when you're low, can change your entire mood.
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the hailey bieber haze
A personal apology to the women I fought with over a man.
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the love for inner dialogue
We all have an inner voice that speaks to us constantly.
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the death of online dating
Just so you know, I hate it here. Anyway, back to the apps.
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the ache of heartbreak
I'm not someone that copes well with losing people.
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