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5 possible reasons men cheat

In the dating world, the issue of sticking to one partner seems to be a recurring theme, especially among men.While it's not exclusive to...

I dated a 32-year-old man who kept borrowing money from me because I was financially stable at 21

Being financially stable at a young age has its challenges. One of the biggest challenges I faced was finding a guy my age who...

My best friend used me to test her boyfriend and it ruined our friendship

Bumping into Diana at the supermarket was the last thing I had expected. We had not seen each other for over a year.My...

My perfect gentleman turned out to be possessive

When I first met Patrick, I thought he was beyond amazing. He had the right looks, height, smile and charm.We first met on...

5 reasons why some men cannot stop cheating, according to an expert

Back when Tiger Woods made headlines for his affairs with multiple women, he was back in the news not too long afterward.This time,...

I was so in love with my ex-boyfriend that I pursued him for 2 years after we broke up

Breakups are never easy especially after dating for so long. It’s even harder when your ex moves on before you.Well, this happened to...

There are 3 types of divorced men — and only one is relationship material

Men who are dealing with divorce deserve to be in a relationship as much as anyone else but many women are wary of dating...

How to heal your heart after you’ve been left

When love ends, it can leave you devastated. The magic of love permeates every cell of your body, heart, soul, and brain.Thoughts of...

9 tiny signs your marriage is over after one of you cheats

Okay, so the unthinkable happened. Your spouse has admitted — or you’ve discovered — that they are having an affair, have a fling, or...

How Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind offered a warning about modern love and relationships

Back in March 2004, one of the year's most talked-about films asked the audience a much-debated question: if you could erase the memories of...

Dear men, here are 5 things you shouldn’t do when your proposal gets rejected

A proposal rejection can be a gut-wrenching moment, leaving you to navigate a whirlwind of emotions and uncertainty about what comes next.While it's a...

I was married and another man’s mistress at the same time

It's true — we can't help who we fall in love with, but what if you've fallen for a married man? I've never met...

What I found after losing my husband, home & dream for my kids

When I was 3, my parents divorced. My mom packed us up and moved us from place to place. I was the kid who moved...

5 immediate signs of a toxic, passive-aggressive person

Most of us are good at spotting overtly aggressive people. While it doesn't feel good when someone insults, criticizes, or belittles you, at least...

The most effective way to ruin someone’s life — and how we do it to ourselves daily

In the landscape of workplace environments, the meaning of what it means to be a successful boss running an equally successful company has continued...

She asked me out on a date so she could spy on her husband

As I sat by at the bar counter sipping a cold bottle of beer and enjoying a football match, I noticed a familiar face...

7 things you should never say to a pregnant woman

Pregnancy, with all its glow and glory, is also a minefield of sensitive topics and well-intentioned but often misplaced comments.Things you should never say...

6 toxic dating habits that keep amazing women single

Many single women want to find love and have a strong desire to share their lives with someone.You may wonder why you keep...

5 small ways men wish they could be loved every single day

So, you have found your guy and are now wondering about all the small ways men wish they could be loved so you can...

5 steps to actually moving on after your soul-crushing breakup

Moving on after a breakup is one of the most emotionally challenging things anyone can go through.It’s easy for people to say, “You’re better...

How long it scientifically takes to get over a broken heart, according to research

It happens to all of us. A relationship ends in heartbreak and the world stops and kicks us off. Or so it feels.The...

10 small signs you’re not taking good care of yourself

Taking care of yourself is one of the best things you can do for your health and happiness. And, I’m not just talking physically....

If I still fight with you, it means I still care

How do you keep a relationship going? It’s the million-dollar question we all ask ourselves. Is it communication? Trust? Timing? Or a combination of...

5 signs she’s about to leave you

In the world of relationships, not everything is always as clear as we'd like it to be. Sometimes, the signs that trouble is on...

Hornier than usual? What you need to know about your libido

Hornier than usual? How fun! Yes, that says FUN not “concerning.” “It’s completely normal for your libido to fluctuate and for there to be...

Men, never tell your woman these 5 things during an argument

Just like saying 'calm down', other harmful words can turn a productive discussion into a fight.When arguing, saying "calm down" often has the opposite...

5 texting strategies smart women use to keep a guy interested

Texting is a key part of dating — and not just when you're on the apps.Part of building and maintaining relationships is knowing...

3 things all babies need in order to form secure attachments as adults

Did you know that 80% of the human brain develops before the age of three? According to attachment therapist Eli Harwood, our babies undergo...

The surprising best age to date if you want to find love

A growing number of people over fifty are single, and many are looking for love.While outdated statistics and media hype claim the chances of getting...

Keep your mouth shut – Minister tells women not to argue with their husbands

Nigeria's Minister for Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohaneye, has advised women to always keep quiet whenever an argument comes up with their husbands at home.Kennedy-Ohaneye made...

If she always demands these 4 things, she doesn’t love you

When it comes to relationships, deciphering the signs of true love can be as tricky as understanding calculus.It's often said that certain requests or...

How I was sex trafficked by my husband for 13 years

I learnt that life wasn’t fair from a very young age and in the worst way possible. My stepfather used to abuse me sexually...

He will not cater for his children but has money to marry another woman – ex-lover laments

A 32-year-old mother of five has accused her children's father of not properly catering for them.Adwoa cannot fathom why Frank, her ex-lover, cannot cater...

He promised her marriage as 3rd wife, now he wants a 4th but all is not well

Seven years ago, Bawah met Zinabu on one of his trips to Mfensi, and realizing Zinabu to be of the same tribe, he declared...

9 awkward but completely normal things that happen during sex

When you are naked, or close to being in the nude, you are already in a vulnerable state. Then you throw someone else into...

Woman dumps lover after winning £1 million lottery with ticket he bought

In a classic tale of relationship woes and lottery luck, a man is accusing his ex-girlfriend of cheating him out of his share of...

Sexy gift ideas for her any time of the year

Finding the perfect gift for the woman you’re into can feel overwhelming. That’s totally normal. You certainly don’t want to give a woman a...

How abstaining from sex affects a man’s body

In a society where sexual activity is often discussed openly and frequently, the choice of abstinence can seem like a road less traveled.However, for...

How to stop ruminating over someone so you can move on

Why do we keep thinking about someone after they've broken our heart?If you've recently gone through the pain of breaking up with someone...

5 signs you and your partner are incompatible and will never work out

Is your romantic partner right for you or is it time to move on? There is no single answer to this question, no matter how...