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5 Easy Relationship Tests
Maybe you've been dating around, and someone special has just caught your eye. Or maybe you and your brand new partner are blissfully enjoying the "Honeymoon Phase." You two could be settling into the relationship together, getting comfortable and looking to either continue as you are indefinitely, or perhaps escalate to your "next steps."
Deanna CassidyPublished 2 years ago in HumansStop taking 'NO' as a negative!
The word 'no' is quite often given a bad rap, isn't it? A word for many seen as a measure of failure, and many other cases a word preventing them from moving forward. Well guess what? In life, you will hear it a lot.
Claire WildingPublished 2 years ago in Motivation5 Things I Wish I Could Tell My Mom as a 30-Year-Old Single Woman
My mom was my first best friend. She brought me up as an individual and never as a girl who would live most of her life with her in-laws. She made me trust books and skills over looking pretty.
Rashmi GPublished 2 years ago in Confessions5 Things To Do for Free in Las Vegas
Las Vegas is one of the most popular destinations for gambling and wedding ceremonies, but do you know that it is plenty of free things to do, even on the Strip, too?
Was Cassie correct when she said she is crazier than Maddy? (Euphoria)
**Disclaimer: This was written directly after the release of Season 2 Episode 4. At the time this was written, the general audience had no idea what was going to happen after the events of this episode. To clarify, this means that there may be scenes in any episodes released after Season 2 Episode 4 that could either strengthen or weaken any parts of this piece that I had no knowledge of at the time this was written**
On "Maus"
Friends? Your friends? If you lock them together in a room with no food for a week, THEN you could see what it is, friends!
Conor MatthewsPublished 2 years ago in The SwampThe lifeguard who saved me.
When I was a young girl at the age of 11, I was swimming at the beach with my mum, dad, older brother and younger sister. It was our Friday Ritual, it’s just what we did. Every Friday after school we would all pack into our white Toyota Corolla and head down to the beach. We would take snacks and sit on the beach with each other, eating, laughing and just enjoying being together.
Summer RaynePublished 2 years ago in ConfessionsWhy You Sabotage Your Own Sleep
You’ve scrolled for hours; taking full advantage of the endless scroll feature most social media apps offer these days. You’ve consumed so much content that neon lights still flash behind your eyes when you close them.
Soha SherwaniPublished 2 years ago in LongevityThomas Bowdler, Political Correctness and Scrabble
Our son came to visit back in 2018 and, as is our wont, we played many a game of Scrabble together. We play open book with a dictionary at hand, The Official Scrabble Player's Dictionary. I have an old, slightly battered Second Edition which came out in 1993. My son thought this was a bit outdated and surprised me with a gift of the latest Sixth Edition which includes many new words including emoji, facepalm, bitcoin and listicle. One of the current controversies is over the addition of "ok". Scrabble rules don't permit capital letters or proper names. The word used to be spelled OK but the spelling has been liberalized in recent years to permit ok in lower case. This is anathema to conservative purists but a boon to more liberal players who always are on the lookout for new two letter words.
Marco den OudenPublished 2 years ago in FYICreator Spotlight: Amethyst Qu
Amethyst Qu, if that is her real name (it's not), describes herself as an earth-friendly crystal worker—and that's just the start of her mystical presence on Vocal. Merely one of many pen names, Amethyst Qu prefers to keep her real identity a mystery, which only makes her spiritually-driven stories all the more intriguing. From crystal magick, to travel, birding, photography, creator resources, and more, Amethyst's author page hosts a wide range of stories that all stem back to the theme of mindfulness.
Vocal SpotlightPublished 2 years ago in ResourcesAn Intuitive Look at the Water Signs in Astrology
Water signs are some of the sweetest signs in the zodiac. Whether it's home-loving cancer, creative Pisces, or inquisitive Scorpio, water signs bring a lot to the table. Thought of as overly emotional by some, and usually depicted as such, these signs are really more grounded than you might think.
Jocelyn Joy ThomasPublished 2 years ago in HumansThe Top Stretching Routines for All-Day Computer Users
Working on your computer for hours on end can be good for your bank account, but maybe not your muscles. The convenience that comes with working online comes with a price. That price that you'll pay might come in the form of weaker muscles.
The Lonely Person's (Gory) Guide to Valentine's Day
It's that time of the year again. The grocery stores are full of pink hearts, and advertisements everywhere are dominated by dewy-eyed couples and candlelight.
Littlewit PhilipsPublished 2 years ago in HorrorThe Polish Painter Who Created Nightmarish, Untitled Paintings
Zdzisław Beksiński was a Polish painter, photographer, and sculptor. He became famous for his unconventional paintings and photography that had elements of dystopia and surrealism. Even though his art and photography were criticized by many conventional painters and photographers of his times, he continued to refine his trademark existential style.
Kamna KirtiPublished 2 years ago in HorrorWhen I was 13 years old I met my first love
When I was 13 years old I met my first love. It was the kind of love where you see a stranger across a crowded room and say to yourself "that's the one"
Amilia HunterPublished 2 years ago in ConfessionsLessons of Life with Sidharth Shukla
Dear Sidharth Shukla, Our journey started together two years ago on 29 September 2019 – The day Bigg Boss 13 started. It was not the first time that I was seeing you, but it was the first time I was experiencing life with you. To be very honest, it was not you who drove me into watching this show. I came to live this journey with some others, and I could not even connect with you for a few days. In no time, a handsome, good-looking man who seemed arrogant and aggressive turned to be my heartbeat. Every other day, I would watch you the most I could. From watching you on TV to fighting for you on Twitter, you became a part of my life more than the people who were physically near me. I learned and learned and kept learning from you. You were my mentor during some crucial times when all you were doing was living your life. I want to thank you for all that you taught me.
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5 Tips to Immediately Take Your Gaming to the Next Level
If I’m not in the DJ booth or snagging the latest sneaker drop, chances are I’m probably gaming. If you follow me on Twitch, you know exactly how excited I get about each game I play. What I’ve come to understand is that gaming isn’t just something I do, it’s who I am (and no, I will not be apologizing for the cheesiness of that statement at this time :P).
Why Chocolate is the Typical Valentine's Day Gift
Chocolate is one of the most commonly given gifts when it comes to Valentine's day. In fact, Valentine's day falls behind only easter and Christmas when it comes to chocolate and candy sales in the UK (and the USA for that matter). Of course, the idea of giving simple or ornate chocolates as a gift is older than all of these holidays, having roots in pre-Christian South America.
S. A. CrawfordPublished 2 years ago in FYIThere’s No Music On My Headphones!
My name is Angel and this is my autistic confession. If you walk into the break room at my work while I’m having lunch, you may notice that I’m wearing headphones. The headphones are usually connected to my cellphone.
Angel MannPublished 2 years ago in ConfessionsDo You Think Selfies Are Free?
Never has there been a time when we were so obsessed with the digital representation of our lives. Social media has earned their bad rap for a reason. Its use has been linked to depression, anxiety, poor sleep quality, body dissatisfaction, and increased focus on appearance.
Katarzyna PortkaPublished 2 years ago in Psyche