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My Top 5 Rules For Polyamory
I have been polyamorous for quite a few years now. I've yet to really encounter problems, as some do, but even so I have learned some very helpful things over time when it comes to polyamory, and what's important to keep in mind when it comes to this type of relationship dynamic. Right now I have two partners, and those partners have at least one as that is not me as well. Whether you're a seasoned vet, or a curious beginner, I hope you read my five rules me and my partners live by helpful to you.
By Dani Ash7 years ago in Humans
Our Top Two Ways to Deal with Difficult People—Reigning Women
Difficult people exist, and it sucks. You know precisely what people I'm talking about, as well. You know, the ones that seem to not only get under your skin but set up camp and hang out for a while under there.
By Reigning Women7 years ago in Humans
“We don’t need no man”
This is for women. Women that are struggling to see what they need or what they want, but most importantly, what they deserve. “We don’t need no man”. That’s right, we don’t. We don’t need a relationship. But some of us still want someone there, someone by our side. We need someone that we can depend on, but not someone we depend on, not someone that depends on us. A relationship should be a factor in our lives that amplifies our happiness, not one that completes it. Please try to remember that when your parter keeps causing you pain. When they blame it all on you- don’t believe it. Don’t let anybody manipulate you into thinking less of yourself. It’s never wrong to work on yourself and a healthy relationship usually aids you in doing so naturally. It’s not easy to let people go that you love, so please don’t ignore the red flags. Don’t ignore the intuitive feeling that lets you know something’s not right. Because you don’t need anybody but yourself. You don’t need them to complete you- it might hurt, but you will be better off in the end. And it will end, sooner or later, and we can all agree that sooner is better than later.
By Amira .7 years ago in Humans
How to Truly Get over a Breakup
If you’re having trouble getting over a breakup it can really hit you not just mentally/emotionally, but also physically. Love is like a drug, and when you’re going cold turkey you can get withdrawal symptoms. After my breakup, I couldn’t eat or sleep for two weeks, and even when I tried my body would reject it. It’s different for everybody, but it’s not safe to continue living like that.
By Erina Kimura7 years ago in Humans
How to Fix Society
Disclaimer: This post was written and intended for an essay contest. While it didn't win any prizes, it was liked by quite a few people! Enjoy!
By Jackie Barrows7 years ago in Humans
Finding Closure
Would you like a step by step guide on how to find closure? That would be amazing if life worked that way... If you could just decide one day...
By Rose Ericson7 years ago in Humans
What Not to Do After a Breakup
A few years ago I was in the relationship of my dreams, with a man who was perfect. He was the love of my life and we were gloriously happy. He was the one who I fully believed I was going to spend the rest of my life with. We had made a five year plan and knew what we both wanted and when we wanted it. There was nothing we couldn't get through together...
By Mich7 years ago in Humans
How to Date Without Breaking the Bank
Welcome to the first entry of "How to Date Without Breaking the Bank." As we all know, dating can be hard and expensive. Dating in DC can be expensive if you’re trying to have an eventful outing. This week I will be telling you about the free comedy show at the Town Tavern DC and the jumbo slice a few doors down from it. In total we spent $23 for our date.
By Queen Pedii Writes7 years ago in Humans
How to Truly Compromise
"I hate the fact that people think 'compromise' is a dirty word."- Barbara Bush Comprising can be a difficult thing, especially when you've worked so hard to make up your mind and validate your opinion. Compromising with a loved one is easier, but can still lead to arguments and feeling like one of you hadn't gotten what they wanted.
By Emma Bayliss7 years ago in Humans
Kindness =/= Weakness
I’ve been the nice person all my life. I can’t help it. My mother is this way, my grandma was this way, and I’m pretty sure every woman on my mother’s side was or is this way. It’s in my blood. I grew up with friends from all different cliques and groups because I was always an approachable person. I don’t think I could be an asshole even if I tried.
By Crystal Nunez7 years ago in Humans
How to Strike Meaningful Conversations Anywhere You Go
Have you ever found yourself thinking about engaging someone over a conversation? But nothing crossed your mind? So, you just sat there with giving an awkward stare or two? Ultimately, the moment was lost in overthinking about the conversation openers?
By Toni Koraza7 years ago in Humans
How to Get Rid of a Crush
Crushes. Everyone has them. From the boy that lives across the street to the stranger you brushed hands with on the subway going home from work. They're romantic, they're positively perfect, they're everything you were looking for.
By Anya Leigh7 years ago in Humans