I am friends with my ex. I would even go as far to say that we’re semi “good friends” at this point. If you’re reading this and thinking I am absolutely insane, then you are likely not near the point of friendship with your ex partner. Sometimes there is a lot to get through before …
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College is a place where you’re supposed to find who you are and be as active as you possibly can. Now that doesn’t mean hook up with as many people as you want, (unless that’s your style) but I mean getting involved with everything and anything school wise. I went to Penn State University meaning I …
There is no easy answer to this question because it varies so dramatically based upon the person. College changes a lot of things. It is typically the first experience you have in your young adult life where you are forced to completely step outside of your comfort zone. In my own life, those have been …
Growing apart from a friend is a different kind of loss. With a breakup, often it’s a quick stab to the chest and then you’re forced to face reality. One of you essentially said, “It’s over.” and you were forced to understand that. When you lose a friend it’s a slow, confusing process of watching …
Dear Reader, There are many things that can be considered dangerous while dating such as being emotionally destroyed, cheated on,and being abused. If you happen to be dating people from an online match-making service, please be very careful while doing so. If you decide to meet someone in person, make sure that you are in …
To the Person with a Broken Heart, I’ve been through my fair share of heartbreaks, and I know it won’t stop at age 21. My first and biggest heartbreak happened when I was 17. I was a sophomore in high school and he was a senior (we’ll call him Jason). Jason and I were in …
The month of February, albeit the shortest month seems to be the fullest month. It’s black history month, and then there’s Valentine’s Day and President’s Day. But for me personally, one week of February will always and forever stand out: NEDA Awareness Week – National Eating Disorder Awareness. I don’t address the fact that I’m recovered …
Even through heartbreak and loss, we discover the strength to realize that sometimes it takes a few tries with “Mr. Wrong” to find (and keep) Mr. Right. The signs: 1. He makes you feel respected and secure at all times. You don’t feel the need to ask questions or search through his phone to achieve …
The Background: I finally did it. I joined a gym. Yep, I conformed to everyone and their mothers’ New Year’s Resolutions to look good and feel good in 2016. I typically don’t make New Year’s Resolutions. I’m pretty sure it’s because I have tried in the past and always feel discouraged when I fail literally …