Your anxiety is the cost you have to bear every time you get out there and take a chance on someone. Not everyone is worth this cost. — I used to have severe anxiety when it came to dating. Meeting new people, waiting for text messages, confirming plans, not knowing where the relationship is going could hurt me physically. Dating wasn’t fun. Dating was a constant battle of fighting all my ugly thoughts about myself, all my doubts…

This world is not designed to make you feel good about yourself. If you give in, that’s it. So you must fight back! — I moved from Vietnam to London at 17 with nothing but a suitcase. Looking at my old self now, I have so much love for her and think the world of her, but I know at that time, I had very low self-esteem and it was something I struggled…

Being highly empathic, while allowing for deep connections, means you must take extra care to protect your emotional well-being. — Being highly empathic in the context of relationships is a unique quality that signifies your ability to profoundly sense, comprehend, and connect with the emotions and feelings of those around you. As a highly empathic person, your innate emotional intelligence transcends the standard capacity for sympathy. You are able to…

Don’t be too hard on yourself. You deserve happiness just as much as anyone else. — The weight of past mistakes can sometimes be overwhelming and hindering to your ability to form healthy relationships and live a fulfilling life. But it’s crucial to remember that the path to inner peace lies in embracing forgiveness and self-compassion. Clinging to past mistakes doesn’t serve your present or future…

Growing up without the presence of a father can leave an indelible mark on one’s heart and psyche. — Growing up without the presence of a father can leave an indelible mark on one’s heart and psyche. The feelings of abandonment and rejection that often accompany this experience can be overwhelming and isolating. However, it is essential to recognise that these emotions don’t define who you are. Here are…

Mistake 5: Dating when you’re not ready — Dating can be an exhilarating journey, filled with the thrill of new experiences and the joy of getting to know someone on a deeper level. However, it can also be a minefield of potential mistakes that can hinder your progress towards a healthy, fulfilling relationship. Here are some common dating…

Remember every step you take towards finding a serious relationship is a step towards personal growth. — When we talk about a serious relationship, we’re not just talking about a romantic connection. It’s about long-term commitment, deep emotional bonds, mutual respect, and a shared vision for the future. It’s about companionship, shared experiences, and building a life together. Now imagine being in a serious relationship with someone…

Ghosting is not an indictment of your worthiness or lovability. — The phenomenon of ghosting, which involves one person in a relationship suddenly ending all communication without explanation, can be a profoundly distressing experience. It’s a form of silent treatment, where the ‘ghoster’ disappears much like a spectral apparition, leaving a wake of confusion and pain. The experience can be exceptionally…

My texts weren’t meant to be an effective means of communication, but rather an emotional outlet, a catharsis. — Breakups are tough, aren’t they? They’re like a storm that leaves us feeling battered and bruised, emotionally drained. We all have our ways of dealing with the emotional turmoil that follows. Some of us might dive into work, others might find comfort in the company of friends, and some might…