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Your behaviors that are keeping you from your Dream Life
It's easy to identify the monoculture of Germany in the 1930s or America in 1776. It's clear what people at those times, in those places, accepted to be "good" and "true" even when in reality, that was certainly not always the case.
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in Humans
The “No Contact” Rule: What It Really Does to Their Brain
There’s something terrifyingly powerful about silence. When you decide to cut off all communication after a breakup — no texts, no calls, no “checking in” just to be nice — it sends a signal. Not just to them, but to their brain. And whether you were the one left behind or the one walking away, the “No Contact” rule doesn’t just sit quietly. It rewires emotional circuits, sparks curiosity, and messes with memory in ways most people don’t expect.
By Liam Osuos6 months ago in Humans
"She Sold Her Silence to a Monster—But Found Redemption in the Eyes She Once Mocked"
I was just sixteen when it happened—when the world, once soft and full of color, cracked into a thousand sharp pieces. His name was Adam. He had that dangerous kind of charm, the kind that makes you forget to think. I met him behind the gym, under the flickering light, and I still remember the way he smiled—like he already knew how to break me. At first, it felt like love. He called me “his light,” made me feel seen, chosen. I was a lonely girl with too many secrets and not enough arms to hold them. He made me feel less alone.
By Heartbeat of Ink6 months ago in Humans
7 Types of People You Should Never Date
Dating can be a thrilling ride, filled with butterflies, late-night texts, and endless possibilities. But let’s face it—sometimes we ignore the red flags, only to find ourselves stuck in toxic relationships that drain our energy, confidence, and even self-worth. Whether you're casually dating or looking for something long-term, knowing who not to date is just as important as knowing who to date.
By Liam Osuos6 months ago in Humans
The Day I Stopped Apologizing for Existing
I used to say "sorry" for everything. Bumping into someone by accident“Sorry.” Speaking up in a meeting “Sorry.” Asking for help when I was overwhelmed—“Sorry.” Existing in the world, taking up space, having needs, expressing opinions? Sorry, sorry, sorry.
By Vilontinchi6 months ago in Humans
10 Mistakes You're Making in Relationships Without Realizing It. AI-Generated.
Okay, let’s just get this out of the way: relationships are messy. They’re beautiful and exciting and can make you feel like you’re floating on the moon—but they’re also kind of exhausting, confusing, and full of weird little emotional potholes you don’t even see until you’ve already twisted your metaphorical ankle in one.
By Diana Meresc6 months ago in Humans
A Night in the Wild
It was supposed to be a simple getaway—just me and my boyfriend, a tent, and a weekend away from the chaos of everyday life. We drove far out of the city, deep into the wilderness, until the roads turned to gravel and the trees grew so thick they nearly touched above our heads. We were completely off the grid. No phone signal. No lights. Just nature, and us.
By Solene Hart6 months ago in Humans
