Tag: love
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We Learned Love the Wrong Way: The Hidden Cost of Generational Conditioning.
I was inspired to write this post after seeing a comment online that said, Trad wives have made it easy for men to stay mediocre. We often talk about “healing” and “breaking cycles,” but what does that really mean? For many of us, both men and women it means waking up one day and realizing…
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Why Self-Actualized Women Struggle to Find Compatible Men
Today’s blog post dives into the concept of self-actualization, inspired by a post I came across about the highest level on Maslow’s hierarchy of needs where a woman stands firmly at the top of her own pyramid. When she’s centered financially, emotionally, and spiritually, her outlook transforms, and so do the kinds of men she…
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When Beauty Becomes a Trap: Redefining a Woman’s True Worth
So, I commented on a post that claimed women who are sexually appealing are more likely to keep a man as long as their performance in the bedroom is top-tier. That statement got me thinking. Society has set the tone for this kind of belief, and many women are now trapped in it without even…
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Why Men Should Wait: Understanding Women Before 25
The Psychological and Biological Reasons Young Women Aren’t Ready for Long-Term Commitment. We often label someone “grown” at 18, hand them adult responsibilities, and expect mature decisions in love, career, and identity. But psychology tells a different story. The period from 18 to 25 is not full adulthood it is a distinct developmental stage called…
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Why Men Value Looks More Than Success – And Why Women Shouldn’t Beat Themselves Up
In the dating world, it’s no secret that men often place a high value on physical attraction. But why is this the case? And why does it leave so many women feeling overlooked, unappreciated, or questioning their worth? The truth is that men can be surprisingly superficial. Many measure their own success not just by…
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Rejection Sensitivity: Part 2 How to handle rejection
Handling rejection is tough, but it’s also a powerful opportunity for growth, resilience, and self-discovery. Here’s a thoughtful guide to help someone navigate it with strength and grace: Step-by-Step: How to Handle Rejection 1. Feel It, Don’t Fight It 2. Pause Before Reacting 3. Challenge Negative Thoughts 4. Seek Understanding, Not Blame 5. Lean on Support 6. Use It as Fuel…
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Rejection Sensitivity: When Exclusion Sparks Aggression
I was prompted to write this post after a recent incident in which a 17-year-old boy killed two young girls, one of whom had rejected him. I want to examine why rejection can sometimes lead to aggressive behavior. Rejection doesn’t just hurt it can enrage. When someone feels excluded or humiliated, their brain processes it…
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Q&A: Is long-term commitment about constant passion, or about choosing each other even when passion fades?
Answer- Passion is only one part, that’s the physical attraction, the flirting, the affection, the chemistry that makes you want to be close. It usually shows up fast and strong, but here’s the catch, passion can also fade quickly. When it does, it sometimes feels like withdrawal, irritability, sadness, or even that “something’s missing” feeling.…
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The Triangular Theory of Love: Which Type Are You In?
When most people hear the phrase love triangle, they think drama, like one person caught between two lovers. But in psychology, the idea of a love triangle means something totally different. Psychologist Robert Sternberg came up with a theory that love has three key ingredients: Commitment – the decision to stick with someone Intimacy –…
The Sacred Shift | Intuitive Guidance With Suzette Lindo 