What Does A Queerplatonic Relationship Look Like?
Attraction comes in so many forms, and today we’re talking about queerplatonic relationships. Let’s say that, for you, you don’t have to be sexually attracted to someone to want to develop a deep and connected relationship with them. The sexual aspect doesn’t have to be part of it (or, it could be — the options […]
5 Tips on How to Deal with Bullies at Any Age
When we think of bullies, maybe we automatically think of that mean kid on the playground who pushed us off the monkey bars and called us names, like “stupid head.” Ooh, burn. Kids have the BEST insults, right? It probably still really hurt at the time, though! That pain is so valid! AND it’s so […]
When to Break Up with Them: 15 Signs It’s Time
You’ve been with your partner for a few months, or maybe even years, and things were great for a while! But nooowwww, maybe things are a little stagnant, you’re fighting more than ever, or you’re starting to notice some irreconcilable differences. You’ve been wondering for a while if this is just a bump in the […]
8 Effects of Cyberbullying on a Child’s Mental Health
As a parent, your #1 concern is your kid’s safety. You probably double-check they’re wearing a seatbelt in the vehicle, set curfews and make sure their phone is on them at ALL TIMES when they’re away from home. ‘Cause you love that lil’ rugrat, even when they push your buttons. Lately, though, you’ve noticed your […]
8 Examples of What to Say When Someone Is Sick
It’s never easy when a friend, a family member, or a partner comes to you and tells you they’re sick — whether the illness is short-term, long-term, or terminal. And when it happens, you’re probably thinking “Holy shit, what do I say now?” You’ve gotta be sensitive to what they’re going through while also staying […]
What Is Introspection? Everything You Need to Know
You know that little voice in your head that’s always screaming at you when something in your life is just not it? Usually, we drown that shit out and just keep going on our merry way. But a little thing called introspection is allll about engaging in those thoughts and actively listening to them! Right […]
What Are the 4 Stages of the Cycle of Abuse?
If you need to exit this page quickly, click here to open a Google search for “weather.” This will not erase your browser history. Chances are, you have experienced an abusive relationship at least once in your life. And if not yourself, then someone in your circle definitely has. In fact, the National Domestic Violence […]
10 Ways to Deal with Repetitive Thoughts and Rumination
Have you ever had a super negative thought you just couldn’t shake from your mind? It keeps playing over…and over…and over again on a loop. Like when the same line of a song is stuck in your head, only sooo much worse. These are the kinda repetitive thoughts we DON’T want because they make us […]