You might think what exactly are open relationships? In an open relationship, two people are open to each other that they would be in relationships with others and they would keep each other informed about the relationships they get into. But their own relationship will be always constant and secure, strengthened by love and respect. We asked our expert Prachi Vaish her take on open relationships in the current Indian social structure and here is what she had to say about the pros and cons of open relationships....

Where there’s a void in physical and real human interaction, the Japanese look to make up for it through virtual means. Japanese virtual girlfriends have been around for a few decades, and the technological advancements have only made it easier and more accessible for more young men to pursue. Why do some men prefer a “Japanese digital girlfriend” to the real deal? We talk about the many ways in which young men find themselves with their anime brides and the possible reasons for the allure behind the growing culture....

So how to keep the spark alive after all these years of marriage? Desire, the spark, the boom, the fireworks whatever you call it, often fades over time in long term relationships. Sometimes people end up surviving a sexless marriage without cheating though. But the effect of a sexless marriage is definitely not a good one. According to a recent newspaper article, married (read long term relationship) folks are having less sex than ever before!...

You just don’t want to get in their bad books. Jokes apart, there is a good chance that your Scorpio partner has things that they’re very passionate about. It can be some fandom or a book they really like. And one of the simplest yet best Scorpio gift ideas would be to get them something related to their obsession. They’ll love you forever. Now let’s look at some of the most incredible gifts for Scorpios and get shopping!...

One day, her world fell apart, as her husband dropped this bomb all of a sudden and said that he can’t decide if he wants to be with her. For the first few days, she didn’t even take him seriously. Even as the gravity of this revelation became clearer, she remained in constant denial instead of admitting the fact that her marriage was on the verge of breaking. Yes, we understand that when your husband says he is done with you, it is bound to leave you shook....

Are you doing this because he upset you and you are showing your hurt and disapproval by ignoring him? Or because you want his attention? Or are you ignoring him in the hope that the silent treatment will get him to change his behavior? Whatever your reason is, this guide on ignoring a man will answer all your questions. How Long Should You Ignore A Guy? According to research, being ignored hurts more than being argued with....

Being vulnerable around anyone can feel challenging. It’s scary to think that you might be laughed at or rejected just for showing your emotions. But what happens when a narcissist sees you cry? How do they respond or comfort you? How does it affect your relationship with the narcissist? And should you feel like it’s safe to cry in front of them- or should you avoid it altogether? Let’s dive in....

After a long day at work, your partner comes home and starts fixating on their messages, video games, Netflix shows or worse, goes out to socialize with their friends leaving you all alone at home. When your partner isn’t emotionally available or doesn’t cater to your basic intimacy needs, it is but natural to feel lonely. How She Reacts When Feels Neglected In A Relationship For a woman, what does emotional neglect look like in a relationship?...

Once it seems like the insecurities and the rage are the only emotions that occupy your mind, unsurprisingly, it gets hard to think straight. As hard as it may seem, forgiveness can be liberating. It can not just help save your relationship but also you. I speak from experience because forgiving my spouse after an affair ended up saving my life. Read on to find out how by choosing the path of forgiveness, I gave myself a new life and just how you can forgive after an affair as well....

How did it all start? Why did you try a matrimonial website? Adnyesh: I wanted to find a girl on my own. If you meet someone through references and if it doesn’t work out, then saying no becomes awkward and messy. I decided to try out Bharat Matrimony, which was a mature website by the time. Fortunately, the second proposal which I saw clicked and we were chatting online soon after....

I was in a relationship with Meera for seven years. All of a sudden, one day she called me to say, “It’s over!” Just like that, we broke off. Every moment I spent with her started flashing in front of my eyes. I began stalking her on social media to see if she was happy after breaking up with me and she indeed was. It made me mad. I couldn’t concentrate on anything....

Humans are hardwired to want acceptance. In the past, being accepted as part of a group was the only way to survive. If we weren’t liked or valued, we’d be left to fend for ourselves. These days, you don’t need a group of people to help you build a shelter or hunt for food, but that doesn’t seem to have diminished the need to be liked and accepted. We all know it’s impossible to please everybody all of the time, but when someone hates you for no reason, it still hurts....

You must’ve heard about the no-contact rule, right? It, basically, means cutting off any contact with your partner after a breakup. You do this primarily to create space for yourself as you intend to detach and grow. But quite often, this rule is applied to get the ex back and it definitely has a high-efficiency rate with men. Why though, why do men come back after no contact? What No Contact Means To A Man?...

There is also a belief that it was there in Gandhari’s horoscope that whoever she married would be killed. So she was initially married to a goat to change her destiny and that way Dhritarashtra was her second husband. She was more than happy to be married to the Kaurava Prince but apparently she was not told he was blind when the alliance was fixed. She only discovered that after the wedding and it was a rude shock to her....

When someone judges you, you get angry and try to justify the situations that led to an incident and you kind of wish that people would stop poking their nose into your life. If we know what it feels like, why do we continue making our own conclusions? So how to stop judging others and be accepting? Why We Should Stop Judging Others For Extramarital Affairs Be mindful and respectful of people and where they’re coming from....

1. Toilet – Ek Prem Katha Akshay Kumar is a stubborn lover, desperate to get married. In one shot, he is seen trying to click a picture of the girl on his mobile phone and he doesn’t have her permission. Not allowed, is it? 2. Raabta Now I don’t know why our Hindi film heroes can’t respect boundaries. Raabta is a lunatic film with a seriously annoying male lead who thinks he is God’s gift to womankind....

If the guy you’re seeing won’t define the relationship, spends more time with his friends than he does with you, or he’s still seeing other women, you’re dating a man who doesn’t know what he wants. You’ve been seeing a guy for a few months, he’s nice, you like him a lot, and if it were up to you, you’d have progressed to defining the relationship by now. But he’s not taking any action in moving forward, and you don’t know where you stand....

Once they are trying to get back to you, old feelings evoke. This is the main reason that you might notice the signs but unconsciously decide to ignore them. These signs are quite visible because you will feel constantly to make something to get their attention. It feels like you’re stuck in the dark hole but you just keep going in a vicious circle all the time. If you take a step back and reflect, you’ll notice that practically you’re not your ex’s priority....

We all have that one friend who tried this rule and it worked perfectly fine for them. Also, despite that, you might have come across many success stories of other people, on the internet. Yet, you wonder: When does No Contact not work? That all depends on a few factors; having the wrong intention, specific situations, when you aren’t very dedicated, and when you refuse to nourish yourself first. It isn’t easy to decide whether to use this rule or not and whether that will work for your situation....

Relationships necessitate commitment, effort, trust, and understanding. We understand that every relationship is unique, but mutual understanding and equal effort are among the basic ingredients of the secret recipe of happily-ever-after. If these key ingredients are missing from your connection, you may frequently wonder, “Why does my relationship feel off?” Don’t worry, “my relationship doesn’t feel right” doesn’t have to be a permanent sentiment you’re doomed to live with. You can reverse this worrisome trend by focusing on strengthening your relationship and intimacy with your partner....