Ellen Frances
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Daily five-minute reads about writing — discipline, doubt, and the reality of taking the work seriously without burning out. https://linktr.ee/ellenfranceswrites
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I'm Fine?! Hey Dudes, Stop Misinterpreting The Female Dictionary
What's with those four little letters? That one little word? What's with that seemingly innocent phrase? When that word combines with another, it annoys the absolute hell out of every male dating a woman.
By Ellen Frances3 years ago in Humans
You're Missing The Signs You're A Number Two Partner
Some people say they know when they're second in their partner's life. I applaud that level of honesty and reflection. But for most, unless you're looking for the exit door, knowing you're not number one takes a significant confrontation with reality.
By Ellen Frances3 years ago in Humans
You're The Dummy For Believing These Relationship Cliches Exist In Real Life
One of the most messed up parts of having a problem in your life is the platitudes. Everything is going to be ok. Keep your chin up. Just keep going. If you put it out of your mind, you will get over it.
By Ellen Frances3 years ago in Humans
How To Rattle The Gaslighter In Your Life
Have you ever walked out of an argument with a cheating lover feeling sorry for them? You approach the argument with fury at their behaviour. But when the fight is over, you're the one who has done all the apologising and made the promises to do better.
By Ellen Frances3 years ago in Psyche
Vulnerable Singles; You Don't Have To Go On Painful First Dates Anymore
F**k first dates, am I right? Sure, they can be wonderful. You can meet someone incredible. You can experience the most exhilarating chemistry and romance that you can never replicate on any future date.
By Ellen Frances3 years ago in Humans
If You're Doing These 9 Things, You're The Perfect Husband
Like I said about being the perfect wife, being the perfect husband is pretty damn simple. We like to overcomplicate marriage when it's simply about being a good partner. But we have more invested in marriage than we do in other relationships.
By Ellen Frances3 years ago in Humans
Want Payback? How To Make A Cheater Squirm
Sometimes you suspect your partner is cheating on you. And then sometimes you find out like a big smack in the face. You have the evidence. You have the facts that confirm their infidelity, whether it be one night or a continued affair. And you're only decision is to work out your next move. Dump them, confront them or stay with them. Or a combination of them all.
By Ellen Frances3 years ago in Humans
