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The Hidden Economy of Adult Romance
Dating is actually quite costly, especially after entering the workforce. You’re not a student anymore; you can’t just see each other right after school, and arguments don’t simply disappear the next day. You have to carve out time from work for dates, spend money on meals, and sacrifice your already limited free time. Money, time, and energy—all of it is being burned.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing6 months ago in Poets
The True Foundation of Marriage
Character is the true threshold for marriage. Appearances change, infatuation fades, and sweet words expire, but character is what endures. When you choose to marry someone, it’s not about how romantic they are today; it’s about whether they will stand by you when you are most vulnerable, exhausted, and in need of support.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing6 months ago in Poets
To Be Chosen, Not Needed
Mature love isn’t about saying, "I can't live without you." Many people believe that love is synonymous with dependence—the feeling of being unable to survive without someone else. It's the kind of story that starts with:
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing6 months ago in Poets
In That Zone
I ask my love out on a date, but I couldn't wait to be honest with her - I want to be friends. I'm in that zone where My pilot navigation skills aren't helping me land this conversation with ease. I had to hold her hand sometimes for support as we hit a certain threshold. My heart stopped, and I turned to look at her. She thought I had finally come to my senses and was about to kiss her, but in reality, I was only seeking some fresh air. I smell a strong scent of heartbreak. It's a pretty unloving dirty jungle out here.
By Arlo Wysee6 months ago in Poets
Self First, Partnership Second
Choose the lifestyle you want first, then choose your partner. The prerequisite for happiness isn't meeting someone; it is having the ability to build a good life for yourself. Frankly, the life you live now reflects your aspirations for the future. When you have the ability to manage your own life well, you’ll naturally understand what kind of person you can truly live with.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing6 months ago in Poets
