For any relationship to work, it is important that you understand and set boundaries. Many people assume that boundaries aren’t for romantic relationships because they restrict interactions. In fact, the opposite is true. When you draw healthy lines, it can help your relationship grow in a way that is useful for both of you. Unfortunately, […]
The earliest days of meeting a new romantic partner are usually the most exciting. You spend this period learning everything you possibly can about the other. Conversations will range from superficial topics like how much money you both make to more complicated ideas like your thoughts on the afterlife or your political or philosophical opinions. […]
Environmental issues impact our lives every day. While activists like Greta Thunberg, Mari Copeny, and Autumn Peltier call for government action to protect the earth and halt climate change, ordinary people look for ways to mitigate their impacts. Green weddings are now more than just a hot trend. With ecologically sound options for reducing your […]
As far as parties go, a wedding tends to fall on the more extensive side of the spectrum. While gathering all of your friends and family members together in the same place might seem like celebration enough, some happy couples like to keep the excitement going after the reception ends. Throwing an after-party for a […]
June is Pride Month, which means that cities all across the world are going to be throwing an array of events to celebrate. While Pride might conjure up images of colorful parades and thumping music, there are actually many different ways to celebrate. If you are looking to add a bit of meaning to the […]
When it comes to tying the knot, you’ve got 365 (sometimes 366) possible options for your wedding day. Traditionally, many couples opt to exchange vows in the month of June, a custom that may have originated from Roman mythology. The goddess Juno (the Roman counterpart to Hera) was affiliated with motherhood and considered a protector […]
Getting engaged is a big moment for any couple. While you might not be rushing right to the altar, it still helps to understand what you’re in store for when planning a wedding. Though same-sex relationships have existed for as far back as recorded history allows, marriage between two people of the same gender only […]
Many people dream of their weddings from an early age. In a number of cases, these visions include tying the knot in far-flung locations. While destination weddings are incredibly popular, there are also a number of problems that come along with making this decision. Maybe you picture yourself getting married on a warm beach on […]
Fighting is a natural part of a relationship. The longer you’ve been with someone, the easier it is to feel annoyed by his or her idiosyncrasies or encounter obstacles together that increase your stress levels. Some arguments are minor and you can move past the issue together with relative simplicity. Other fights, however, can be […]
Too much stress is absolutely no good for you. While this might be somewhat apparent, it is not so easy for many people to calm down once levels of frustration begin to rise. More often than not, it is the people closest to you who take on the brunt of your stress. Specifically, you likely […]
