Tag: love
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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 –…
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Wednesdays Q&A: He Says He Loves Me, But Won’t Commit — What Does That Mean?
What is the meaning if my boyfriend saying this “I am just looking at the reality of life, we are never going to get married. That doesn’t mean I don’t love you, but it does mean that we can’t be together anymore” https://open.substack.com/pub/jussuzie/p/wednesdays-q-and-a-he-says-he-love?r=61fylh&utm_medium=ios
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Can emotional connection replace physical attraction.
The question was asked, can a mental and emotional connection replace physical attraction? Here’s my view physical attraction is often the first thing both men and women notice, and it can create strong chemistry that sparks most relationships. However, this same chemistry is often why relationships eventually end, because without building intimacy through open communication,…
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Why men feel unlovable
Many men today feel like they’re chasing an ever-moving target in love. The rules keep changing, the expectations stack higher, and the finish line?Nowhere in sight. It’s time to rewrite the script. Let’s stop measuring men by outdated metrics of strength, wealth, and charisma and start valuing authenticity, emotional depth, and shared values. Men shouldn’t…
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Rebuilding self-worth after being chosen second.
There’s a quiet ache that comes from not being someone’s first choice an unspoken wound that can settle deep in the soul. Whether in love, friendship, or opportunity, being placed second can make you question your value, your beauty, your enough-ness. But this is not the end of the story it’s the beginning of a…