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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

My partner fantasises about men during sex - and it makes me feel undesired as a woman

Different couples make all kinds of different pacts with each other some spoken, some unspoken. In your partnership it seems you originally found parity; you both benefited from the arrangement between you. Aside from being happy in your everyday lives together, you were able to use your sexual creativity to satisfy him, and in turn perhaps he was able to avoid having to acknowledge aspects of his sexual orientation that made him uncomfortable.
Relationships
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Influencers in the Manosphere

Some men are drawn to the manosphere because it offers emotional validation, community, and reinforcement amid perceived mental-health challenges and social change.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

People Are Sharing The One Sentence That Completely Changed Their Lives Forever

A few honest sentences can alter perspective and behavior about love, boundaries, and self-worth, prompting deeper appreciation and firmer relationship limits.
#child-development
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

7 Signs You Were Emotionally Erased by Your Family

Emotional erasure occurs when caregivers ignore or minimize a child's inner world, leading adults to feel unseen, shrink needs, and avoid asking for help.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Why Good Therapy Doesn't Always Feel Good

All emotions are valid, but behaviors are chosen and must align with values; validating feelings without addressing behaviors can keep people stuck.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Are All Feelings Actually Valid? This Mom Says No

Children experience intense, chaotic feelings that are valid but can also require boundaries and guidance in expressing them.
#mental-health
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Defining and Finding Our Authentic Self

To feel authentic, we must validate our emotions and connect with our true selves.
The authentic self embodies compassion, perspective, and curiosity.
Experiencing the authentic self means being present and truly alive.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

8 Ways to Stop Couples From Fighting

Use 'tap-out' technique to pause conflicts and reconnect respectfully once emotions settle.
Frame tough conversations with loving language to prevent defensiveness.
Express preferences gently to nurture mutual respect in relationships.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Five Words That Bring Partners Closer

Real relational growth comes from reaching out for connection first.
Healthy couples repair after conflict, rather than avoiding it.
Using validation phrases can significantly improve emotional connection.
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