Love & Relationships

5 Common pet peeves during dating

Relationships are not always perfect and couples tend to experience friction when it comes to things they don’t like about one another. These dislikes are known as pet peeves. The information hub Women’s Day defines a pet peeve as something that specifically annoys or frustrates you about someone else, whether it be an action or […]

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How to flirt like a pro

One of the ways to bring excitement to your life as a singleton is to be flirtatious. Flirting does not necessarily mean that you are seriously sexually attracted to someone, it rather connotes a lighthearted and playful way of expressing yourself. Flirting also helps gauge compatibility before you take things to the next level with your crush. Flirting may sometimes […]

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Importance for couples to work towards financial transparency

Money is a common cause of stress in many relationships, and if it is left unaddressed, it can negatively impact more than just wallets. It is important for couples to work towards financial transparency to minimise financial disagreements. South Africans have different financial priorities that vary from taking care of elderly parents, paying off student debt, […]

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Why is Valentine’s Day celebrated?

‘Roses are red, violets are blue,’ says the cliché love poem often written to potential suitors on the day of love, the 14th of February, also known as Valentine’s Day. Many people may not know the significance of this day and why it is celebrated. Going into history books might seem a little boring, but […]

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Love and longevity: How relationships impact your health

Think of the day you said ‘I do’ to the love of your life, or, on the other hand, the emotional rollercoaster of a complicated relationship. One leaves you glowing, ecstatic and hopeful for the future, while the other, a stressed out, emotionally exhausted mess. How we feel about ourselves and the world around us […]

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Affordable Valentine’s Day gifts for your partner

With only a few days left until Valentine’s Day, couples are feeling the pressure to find the perfect romantic gift for their significant other. If you’re not familiar with your partner’s likes and dislikes, selecting a present can be quite challenging. Giving someone a thoughtful and memorable gift is crucial but also requires careful consideration. […]

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Signs you are giving your heart to the wrong person

It is often difficult to control your emotions once you have been bitten by the love bug but, this is no reason to ignore signs that may portray your partner’s lack of interest in the relationships. Loving someone else than yourself can turn you blind to signs they may be showing in connection with your […]

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Signs your relationship is getting serious

Being in love with someone is a beautiful feeling, it is even more beautiful when the love is reciprocated. While some might make the relationship serious from the onset, some use the beginning stage as a time to get to know the other partner better. This is a time when some might gauge to see […]

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Should you go 50/50 on the first date?

Navigating the complexities of modern dating can be challenging, given diverse preferences and expectations and the ongoing debate about gender roles and financial responsibility. The subject of who should pay for a first date is a difficult one in the dating industry. The informal approach has resulted in examples such as forgetting wallets to proposing […]

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What not to do on the first date

Love is in the air! As we approach the month of love, many people will be looking to come up with creative ways to spoil their significant other: some might purchase extravagant gifts, while others may opt for romantic vacations, or possibly a proposal – not forgetting those who will be looking to impress their […]

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Couple’s 56-year-old marriage leaves the internet in awe

A video of an elderly couple married for over five decades touched the hearts of many when the woman was seen grooming her husband’s beard. With every stroke of the brush against the grey facial hairs, the woman is shown to be very gentle, even holding the top of her husband’s head to best get […]

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