Second Chance at Love
From breaking up after 3 years to divorcing after 50; we're here to tell you that you can love again.
The Abusive Relationship
It was dark when Tony got out of bed to go on his business trip, but I lay there quietly, not making a sound and wanting him to hurry up and leave so I could pack.
Denise WillisPublished 7 years ago in HumansLa Vie En Rose
Breakups suck. From the gruesome beheadings of Henry VIII’s wives in the 16th century to Tom Cruise and Katie Holms multimillion-dollar divorce in the 21st, the end of a relationship is traumatizing. The mausoleum of breakups is constantly filled with songs of broken hearts, stories of unrequited love, desperate declarations of "You cheated on me less than my last girlfriend. I just need you to stay with me!" At some point in our lives, we will all be victims of a horrible heartbreak. "We need to talk," is the most anxiety inducing phrase in the English language that, more often than not, becomes "I'm breaking up with you." And in this moment of tremendous emotion, we are also given a choice: disintegrate into an empty shell of sadness or shed the skin of the old relationship and rebuild.
Edyn SchwartzPublished 7 years ago in HumansMy Dating Experience
Entry One: A brief look into the beginning and my past. I'll say without a doubt it was love at first sight. Our first date was something like the in the movies. Our original plan was to go for a walk along the boardwalk then go to lunch. We went for a walk, had lunch and we just didn't want the date to end. We were having fun, so we drove to a nearby park to go for another walk. Right before we got out of the car, we had our first kiss. Immediately after that we start to feel like a couple. I had already felt close after a few weeks of, messaging and two phone calls, but now it was starting something beautiful. We decided we should keep the date going and headed to the movies. We played arcade games, laughed, and kissed. In one day we had already felt like we had known each for years. And suddenly something that I had never thought would happened took place. I was in love.
Latisha RosePublished 7 years ago in HumansThe Curse of Subjectivity
I am no stranger to people walking out of my life. In my twenty-two years, I’ve lost countless individuals, and those who used to be significant have become distant memories. As they leave, I find myself obsessing over why they left. What did I do wrong? What stories will they tell about me as their life progresses? No matter how much I fixate on it I will never know. Subjective experience is tricky like that.
Edyn SchwartzPublished 7 years ago in HumansA Desperation to Find "The One"
If you read my previous post, you may have noted my brief comment about being desperate to find something to love in someone in order to dissipate the loneliness that we may feel on our own.
Stephanie AshleyPublished 7 years ago in HumansWays To Prevent A Breakup Before It Happens
If there's one thing I've learned over the years, it's that worrying about an impending breakup is one of the most nerve-wracking, self-esteem depleting, vile experiences you can ever get while dating or being in love.
Ossiana TepfenhartPublished 7 years ago in HumansDear Friend Stuck in a Relationship but Won't Leave
I think we’ve all either been there or know someone who has been in a bad relationship for way too long. And as the best friend, you always have to be the shoulder to cry on, there to listen, to give advice only for it to go in one ear and out the other, and to see them make up within a week. Hearing repeatedly the, “I swear it’s REALLY, REALLY over this time. I can’t keep living my life like this.”
- Top Story - August 2017
The Story of a "Prison Wife"
In the photo above, what do you see? Some would see it as a couple overcoming a task together. Perhaps she couldn't quite make the climb on the rock so she's looking to her partner for support. She has his support as he pulls her up but, if she slips, she could land up bringing them both down. This, like anything in life that involves 2 people requires trust, especially in a relationship. But what if your relationship isn't like anyone else's? Say, for instance, your significant other is incarcerated?
Sarah TotoPublished 7 years ago in Humans Why Second Chances Are So Important
I think it is safe to say that we have all been there. Maybe it was a simple thing you really didn't even realize you did wrong and you were instantly forgiven by some kind soul, or maybe you have been practically on your knees begging for forgiveness after you had done something not even you thought you would do, ever. Either way, I feel we can all relate on this one.
Kara DanielsPublished 7 years ago in Humans"Is This Love?"
“Is this love?” I thought as he asked me to marry him. I exclaimed, “What, I don’t know what to say!” “Just say yes,” He demanded.
Nick ConnorPublished 7 years ago in HumansMy Girlfriend Just Dumped Me by Leaving a Note After 5 Years Together!
Dear Sybersue, I just came out of a five-year relationship that ended very abruptly! My girlfriend just blindsided me with a note saying she wasn’t happy, then packed her bags and left before I got home from work!
Susan McCordPublished 7 years ago in HumansLife's a Beach...
I love the beach. There is something so amazingly calm about the feel of the sand between your toes and the sound of the water. Calm isn't something that I have honestly had much of in my life. I keep saying life is like a roller coaster full of ups and downs twists and turns. As much as everyone's roller coaster is different they are all the same.
Claudia SandersPublished 7 years ago in Humans