Tag: relationships

Flowers vs Fees: Mzansi Divided Over Woman’s Viral Breakup Question

The Question That Set Twitter Ablaze It started with a post on TikTok: a young South African woman, known as Recelia, posed what many felt was an impossible question. How do you end a relationship with someone who invested in your future, someone who paid your university fees, when your heart now leans toward a […]

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How to overcome insecurities in relationships

Many factors can cause insecurities in a relationship, for both men and women. In most cases, insecurities in relationships stem from lack of trust and self-worth, which is often rooted in past trauma, abandonment, or neglect from childhood or previous relationships. It is of utmost importance to first deal with insecurities before one gets in […]

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Dating in the digital age – how social media is affecting relationships

Evolution has always been a significant part of human nature, as we have seen various aspects of human life evolve from one thing to another. Love and relationship dynamics look nothing like they did in previous societies, but what role does this digital age play? Love, dating, and marriage have always been a significant part […]

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TikTok user goes viral after getting dumped for his grammar

TikTok users Caliva and Ziya have quickly become the talk of the town across various social media platforms as users react to the reason behind their unfortunate break-up, just a month after getting together. For those who are not chronically online like the rest of us, let us bring you up to speed regarding the […]

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How partners can navigate infertility

There’s no guidebook for the whirlwind of emotions that comes with trying to conceive and facing unexpected detours. Infertility can feel like a lonely road, but when partners face it together—with honesty and a few deep breaths—it becomes a shared path rather than an isolating struggle. First things first, talking helps more than silence ever […]

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Why forgiveness could be the key to stronger relationships

Everybody gets hurt. Sometimes it’s a careless remark. At other times, it is a betrayal on another level, which hurts even worse. But in every intimate relationship, whether it be friendship, family, or romantic, there comes a time when we must decide whether to let go of the hurt or to hold onto it. It […]

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Why it matters for couples to move in together

There’s something undeniably exciting about the idea of moving in with your partner. From splitting the rent to arguing over whose side of the bed is whose, cohabiting is like a crash course in love, with laundry, bills, and toothbrush politics thrown in. However, beyond the Instagrammable “we moved in!” moments, shacking up before or […]

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Healthy relationships start with these simple habits

Relationships flourish when they’re carefully taken care of. This statement applies to all kinds of relationships, whether you’re connecting with a close friend, partner, sibling, co-worker, or even a complete stranger. Even though every relationship is unique, the most successful ones frequently have a similar basis: they are not based on chance or chemistry, but […]

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The most important relationship to nurture as you grow older

One relationship subtly shapes how we experience all of life’s phases, including pursuing objectives, establishing careers, falling in love, unlearning, and relearning: the relationship we have with ourselves. It’s easy to forget. Particularly when we’re younger and acceptance from others seems like money. How well we live up to expectations or how other people perceive […]

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Can a romantic relationship financed by a woman survive?

She pays for dinner, covers the rent, and even helps him launch his side hustle—but is love enough to carry a relationship when one wallet is doing all the heavy lifting? More and more women are stepping into the role of financial provider in romantic relationships, challenging outdated norms and, yes, raising a few eyebrows […]

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What questions should you ask on first dates?

First dates may be an exhilarating combination of nerves, excitement, and “wait—what do I even say next?” Making a good impression, starting a meaningful conversation, and—above all—determining whether there is a true connection are your goals. Thoughtful, enjoyable, and occasionally unexpected questions are more important than following a checklist when it comes to a first […]

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