You’ve probably heard of a pick me girl, a pick me boy is a relatively new term, but they have similar characteristics. You’ll know when you meet a pick me boy because he’ll put himself down, he’ll manipulate you, and he’s super clingy. A pick me boy is the guy you don’t want to date unless you’re looking for a nightmare relationship. The problem with pick me boys is they wear a mask....

But why is it important to talk about dating fatigue? Because you’re going to struggle with building meaningful connections when you’re emotionally exhausted. It’s essential to be in a healthy state of mind when you’re going through the dating process. We’re here to give you a quick overview of dating app fatigue – meaning, signs and ways to cope. Let’s dive right into it with the guidance of psychiatrist Dr....

If the answer to the above question is in the affirmative or you have observed this in your partner or friend, knowing about the causes and signs of a disorganized attachment style in relationships can help you in many ways. To know more about disorganized attachment dating, we talked to emotional wellness and mindfulness coach Pooja Priyamvada (certified in Psychological and Mental Health First Aid from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and the University of Sydney)....

You’re angry and curious at the same time. The sheer audacity of showing up right after abandoning you in the middle of a conversation which you thought could have the potential to go places! But you’re still thinking about the text he sent, aren’t you? Even after giving your friends a long monologue of how you hate him and how he doesn’t cross your mind anymore. It’s a good thing you’ve got us then to help you out when a ghoster reappears....

Marriage tends to be seen as either black or white. There’s the beautifully dreamy version, where you wear a gorgeous outfit, stand up in front of family and friends and pledge your love to each other forever while an orchestra plays and the sun sets. Then, you settle happily into married life, loving each other a little more every day, living your happily-ever-after. Or, there’s the completely miserable ‘marriage story’ where you can no longer stand one another, where you can barely be in the same room, you’re constantly yelling at each other and threatening to clean each other out in divorce proceedings....

(As told to Saheli Mitra) She was so honest, but still she cheated on me Mili was pursuing a degree in literature at Jadavpur University, while I was doing engineering. It was not just her beauty that attracted me but her infectious personality. Everything about her seemed to be honest. The more we got to know each other through common friends, the more I realised she was someone who spoke straight from her heart and never tried to hide her feelings or emotions....

What could be more frustrating than flirting with a guy you really like and then hearing nothing from him? Why do guys flirt when they are not interested in pursuing? Deciphering a stranger’s motives is often complicated, especially when flirting in person. At some time in our lives, we’ve all had to stop and ask ourselves, “Wait, is he flirting with me?” Of course, the other question that then comes to mind is, “If he is flirting with me, why hasn’t he made any other moves?...

The pain and when your expectations aren’t met will make you hate or be hated. When an ex hates you it’s not always related directly to you or them. Sometimes, after the breakup, you tend to mix disinterest with hatred. Both of these terms are quite different from one another. When a person doesn’t love you anymore, they will be indifferent and will not hate you. With a few words, they will let you go....

Some guys don’t text back because texting isn’t their preferred form of communication when it comes to having long conversations. He might just ignore your texts when it isn’t convenient for him and come to text you back later, or not at all. On the other hand, he could just not be that into you. Though you can read some of the behavior he shows online to determine exactly why he is ignoring you through text....

Rooted in evolution Jealousy, very much like all other primitive emotions (joy, sadness, love, liking and disliking) developed as a response to ecological challenges faced by our ancestors. In a way it helped to curb infidelity between partners/parents so that their children were taken care of and their reproductive success was guaranteed. But then with the evolution of society, culture and political identity, this emotion too changed its form into the likes of more complex emotions like humility or nostalgia....

Dhruv recalls that a girl he played with at junior school would spank him often during play if he misbehaved in the games. Later in boarding school he recalls if you lost a card game the loser would have his/her knuckles hit hard with the pack of cards. He likes BDSM with its pain balanced with pleasure. In the post-Fifty Shades of Grey world, people are increasingly talking about BDSM (bondage, discipline, and sadomasochism), dungeons, Subs and Dommes and the mind boggling variety of toys used in these sadomasochistic sexual activities....

Be wary of those who love the thrill of serial dating. It can be daunting to realize that the man you are seeing is using you only for sex. He may have underlying issues he hasn’t dealt with yet. But that doesn’t mean he can treat you like an object. It’s not a problem if you want the same thing as well. But if you are looking for an exclusive relationship, then it’s better to be aware of the signs he wants a no-strings-attached kind of relationship....

There are 6 billion people on this earth but in the eyes of our beloved, we become unique. Love gives meaning to our soul and purpose to our lives. While even the happiest of married couples bicker and fight about the most trivial things, singles long to feel that sense of companionship with someone. When you can catch the signs the universe wants you to be with someone, perhaps it offers a bit of solace to your never-ending hopes and dreams....

To put it in one line, a soulmate friend is not somebody who would tame your wild side but he is someone who would run with it. This is how I realized I had found mine, and when you read this, I am sure you are going to find uncanny resemblances to the one in your own life too. How I Realized My Best Friend Is My Soulmate? Can best friends be soulmates?...

Feeling contempt and resentment in marriage to some degree is common but not healthy. As your relationship progresses, you might feel that your husband hates you or resents you or is no longer the man you fell in love with. A recent study stated that when people feel angry toward others, they tend to exhibit antagonistic behaviors that are harmful for relationships. Angry partners display hostility by nagging and complaining, blaming their partners, being hostile and demanding, and invalidating or rejecting their partners....

Especially in a romantic relationship, where the bond is so delicate, these angry outbursts are nothing short of a ticking time bomb. So, to make sure you don’t cause unintentional damage, we bring you a list of things you should NEVER say when you’re in the throes of anger! 10 Hurtful Things You Should Never Say To Your Partner We know that when you’re angry and annoyed, you aren’t really thinking about the first thing that rolls off your tongue....

You’ll still be fighting about what to order in for at least 2 hours, but these tips for a successful marriage will at least make sure one of you isn’t sleeping on the couch every other day. With the help of sane advice from someone who has seen it all, at least you’ll be able to look at things a lot more appreciatively. Let’s take a look at some advice from a 90-year-old man, ailing in the hospital, who shares some words of wisdom for all married couples, how he wished his last few days were not filled with regrets....

If you look closely at the best friendships you’ve ever forged, they too have some of the same dynamics. You adore your best friend. Being around them seems effortless. You can talk about anything and everything under the sun without weighing your words. You know they’ve always got your back. Wouldn’t it be wonderful then if you find such friendship in marriage? Yet, most people struggle to find an answer to how to be best friends with your spouse....

If you have to tell your man that you need love and attention in the relationship, then maybe it’s about time to reconsider the status of your relationship or take action to reignite the spark. If you feel the romance has dried up, then maybe you should take things into your own hands and reclaim the love. 10 Tips To Get His Love And Attention If you want to get your man’s attention and are not ready to give up on the relationship, you need to be strong....

However, sometimes, saying these three words might not be enough to communicate the extent of how you feel to your partner. That is why you look for more refined and captivating ways to say it. There are more ways to say “I love you” without actually saying it. Sometimes you want to get creative with it and make it a bit poetic. While sometimes you want it funny to make your partner giggle....