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You can have a lot of great sex, but how many mindblowing kisses will you have? Kissing is the most intimate act of affection a man can show. It invites a level of intimacy where vulnerability is felt but not always noticed or acknowledged. ◊♦◊ I remember my first kiss. It was a few days before my 13th birthday. Her name was Natasha. She came to my house to wish me a  Happy Birthday . After an awkward silence, she invited me to a movie. I don’t know what about Tash made me like her, or what about me made her show up at my house that morning. But, I kept thinking about our movie date. When the day came, and we settled in to watch the movie, I offered Tash some popcorn. She quietly refused and kept her eyes forward. We both sat still side by side, never making eye contact. Just as the movie started, Tash grabbed my face and forced her tongue in my mouth. This being my first kiss, I didn’t know what to do. But because I liked her, I followed her lead. I wrapped my arm a...

Anxiety  and depression are two mental illnesses that go hand-in-hand.  One half of all people  diagnosed with anxiety will also be   diagnosed with depression.  The real tragedy behind those statistics is that  anxiety and depression are highly treatable . I know what I'm talking about, because I suffer from both disorders, and in order to stay alive I have had to do my homework. If you're anxious and depressed, you probably do too.  Despite how common they are, only  one third of people diagnosed with anxiety and depression  ever seek medical help. That's disastrous, because  people who suffer from both conditions are  six times more likely to be hospitalized  for psychiatric reasons than others.  Anxiety and depression can be  caused by genetics, brain chemistry, or life events . Facing the two disorders together can feel doubly daunting, but it isn't impossible — I'm going to say that again bec...

This is a question I’m often asked by thousands of women! What DO men want? I have interviewed thousands of men and although the specific qualities that men look for on an individual basis can vary immensely, there are always some very important traits that seems to appeal to all men. The results are a lot different compared to  what women really want in a man . There are literally hundreds of personality traits and qualities that can be used to describe what a man is looking for. When men look for a long-term partner they have to consider basic compatibility on key areas in their life such as sex, religion, kids, finances, family and education. There are obvious deal breakers for some men which include if someone is a smoker or non-smoker, has pets, has kids, drinks, lives alone, height. In fact anything can be a deal breaker for anyone at anytime. It’s really all about personal preferences and what you are willing to accept and what you are not. So back to the burning questions: ...

This article is a guest post written by Alex J. If you are dealing with a break-up, you might feel right now that your heart is broken, and may stay that way. Don’t worry, I will try to help you get over your lost love. Love can be a very peculiar thing-it can turn from joy to misery in a matter of moments. You may go from being a happy person while you are in a relationship, to suddenly becoming an emotional wreck after a breakup. Sometimes people have trouble accepting that breaking up is inevitable, and their ex wasn’t what they had dreamed of. That discovery period can be very frustrating, and people become very sad; even depressed. To help you cope with those sorts of things, I will discuss some of the most important breakup tips in the following article. The Most Important Advice to Overcome The Sadness Of a Breakup One thing I need to point out, is it is in human nature to search for a partner who can help us to get through bad times.  That is why all of us often rush into r...

Are you someone who’s always overly excited about anything that has to do with couples and romance? If so, you could actually be addicted to love! Red roses, hearts, and all things lovey-dovey; that’s what’s on your mind most of the time. Well, if you’re addicted to love that is. The truth is there are more of us addicted to love than we realize. While it can be cute and innocent when you’re younger, if the addiction carries into adulthood, it can often pose a problem in your relationships. Expectations get way too high and you’re left feeling disappointed and like you’re the only one who cares. You’re addicted to love and don’t know it! I was addicted to love. All the signs were there and I dated people consecutively, never leaving time to adjust and heal between relationships. It might seem like a harmless addiction. But an addiction is an addiction, and you have to overcome it. While not all of us are guilty of loving love too much, there are more of us out there than people realize...

Do you love your partner or are you  in love ? What’s the difference between the two? We’re looking at 5 differences most people don’t recognize. It is surely a question for the ages. Not knowing the difference between loving someone and being in love can cause a lot of heartache for both of you. In order to be in a happy, healthy relationship with another person, you really do need to have a clear, in-depth understanding of yourself and your feelings. A lack of self-awareness can totally cripple your ability to create a solid connection with someone else. Trying to create magic with a person you love is just as impossible as forgetting about a person you are in love with. Being in love is what makes us do stupid things and forget about all the things we used to care about. Loving someone is what pushes us through all the struggles that come with a relationship. While being in love is a rush, loving someone is all about feelings of loyalty that make you stick together through thick...

We often hear about the dangers of obesity, but what about being underweight? How can losing too much weight affect your health and relationships? It seems like there’s no happy medium, doesn’t it? Obesity and bullying over an overweight or “unhealthy” body image has been widespread across public media, glorifying thin frames. Amidst the fat-shaming, reports have glossed over the fact that health risks go both ways. Patients are classed as being underweight if their BMI *Body Mass Index* is 18.5 or under. But what self-respecting man is going to complain about his girlfriend being too skinny, right? Sadly, they’re out there. While, admittedly, we do live in a very shallow society, we also live in one where your boyfriend likely cares whether or not you are putting your health and body in danger. There are many risks involved in being underweight–both with your health and your relationships. How does being underweight affect your relationship? You may not notice that that your relation...