The Ick: When Your Nervous System Goes ‘Respectfully, No ❤️’ and Yeets the Vibes

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Alright, let’s talk about The Ick. That sudden, soul-shriveling moment when someone you were vibing with turns into… ew. And not because they’re objectively bad. No. Sometimes it’s just because he chewed like a cartoon character, said “yum-yums” instead of food, or… and this one still haunts me… said one single sentence that made my …

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Fear of Flying? Buckle Up, Buttercup – My Turbulent Romance with Aerophobia

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I used to think my fear of flying was totally rational. I mean, who wouldn’t be freaked out by voluntarily entering a pressurised metal tube, hurtling through the sky at 500 mph, trusting that a stranger named “Captain Dave” had his coffee that morning? Let’s be clear: I wasn’t just scared of flying. I was …

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Letting Go of What Could’ve Been: How to Cope with the Grief of an Unlived Life

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There is a quiet kind of grief that often goes unspoken—the grief of letting go of the life you thought you’d have. This emotional pain, often referred to as unlived life grief or future loss grief, isn’t always recognised, but it can deeply impact mental health, self-esteem, and personal growth. What Is the Grief of …

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How to Overcome Financial Codependency in Relationships: A Guide to Healthy Money Habits

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Money is often described as one of the most challenging aspects of a relationship. While financial differences are natural, financial codependency can be a deeper, more entangled issue that creates strain, anxiety, and even resentment between partners.  What Is Financial Codependency? Financial codependency occurs when one partner becomes overly reliant on the other for financial …

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