Category: Relationships

Stories, lessons, and insights about love and human connection

Moving On Without Forgetting: Choosing to Love Yourself More

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"'Cause there we are again when I loved you so, back before you lost the one real thing you've ever known. It was rare, I was there, I remember it…
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5 Savage (But Effective) Tricks I Use to Deal with Unwanted Attention from Men

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There are still men out there who believe that if a woman is single, she must automatically be open to being approached, flirted with, or interrupted. It usually starts casually,…
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How We Spend Quality Time Together As A Couple (Without Fancy Plans)

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My partner and I don’t get to see each other every day. In fact, we usually only meet once or twice a week, typically on weekends. He lives about a…
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Why You Need To Set Boundaries at Work Before It’s Too Late

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Let’s have a real conversation. One that might be uncomfortable, but necessary. Something that seems to be increasingly forgotten in our modern workplaces, especially when you're married or in a…
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What To Do When Someone Wasn’t Honest with You From The Start?

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There’s a specific kind of pain that comes with discovering that the person you love—the person you trusted—wasn’t honest with you from the start. It’s like standing in what you…
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Healing from Heartbreak: This Isn’t the End of Your Story

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I was talking to a friend recently about her breakup, and as she shared her story, her voice cracked under the weight of her pain. It broke my heart. I…
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Love Doesn’t Just Disappear, It Fades When We Stop Choosing It

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Sitting at my desk at work, I put on my headphones and let Crying City’s "Lucky" play softly in my ears. I try to focus on the words I’m supposed…
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Will the Pain from Loving Unconditionally Ever Go Away?

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"Sayang, I feel sorry for myself when I look back at my photos from 2019. It’s sad to think how much sadness was hidden behind that smile," I told my…
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To the Man I Loved and Let Go: Thank You, Chris

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Not every love story ends in forever, and that doesn’t make it any less real or meaningful. Today, I want to take a moment to honor someone I rarely talk…
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Is It Okay To Look At Your Partner’s Phone?

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I recently came across a video on Instagram where a woman asked her husband if she could use his phone. Despite her simple request, it was striking to see how…
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I Was Scared to Love Again—But I Did It Anyway (And You Can Too)

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I've been pretty tied up these past few months. Life has taken quite a turn, and I've found myself juggling between the demands of work and the need to get…
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6 Little Things You Can Do To Put a Smile On His Face

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If you are one of my regular readers, you already know how much the little things mean to me. I often express this sentiment in my posts, as I consider…
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My First Date in Years Reminded Me Why I Prefer Being Single

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I went on a date recently. Yes. An actual, sit-down-with-a-human-being date.And honestly? I think I enjoyed the getting ready part more than the date itself. It’s been years since I’ve…
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Learn to Be Content on Your Own and Break Free from Negativity

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I recently had a conversation with someone who seemed to be facing some tough challenges in life. I find it very difficult to say anything positive to him, and I…
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Why Being Single Isn’t a Problem to Be Solved (Even if Everyone Thinks It Is)

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In a world that often makes being single seem like a problem, I've been rocking my single status for the past 4 years and living my best life. Instead of…
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Can You Really Have Close Friendships With Your Exes?

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I used to be the type of person who stayed friends with most of my exes. Not because I was clinging to the past, but simply because I saw no…
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What’s Wrong With Married People These Days?

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"If I had a penny for every married man who showed interest in me, I'd be rich." Yup, you read that right. If I had no morals and didn’t care…
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10 Relationship Mistakes Women Make (And How to Avoid Them!)

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Let’s be real: relationships can be incredibly rewarding but also incredibly challenging. As someone who has been through her fair share of relationship ups and downs, I’ve learned a lot—sometimes…
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The Importance of Giving Closure: A Gift of Healing and Growth

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Closure often feels like an elusive concept, something we long for but don’t always get, no matter how much we wish for it. It’s difficult to accept, but if we…
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7 Powerful Manipulation Tactics and How to Outsmart Them

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Ever had a conversation that left you doubting yourself? Or a friendship that constantly made you feel guilty, even when you did nothing wrong? Maybe you've dealt with someone who…
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I Had 2,000 Tinder Matches and Here’s What I Learned

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I last used Tinder about two years ago, and I had over 2,000 matches. Yes, you read that correctly: 2,000! It's safe to say that I was pretty active on…
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I’ll Never Understand Why People Cheat and Honestly, I Don’t Want To

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Cheating scandals in Malaysia are popping up faster than new bubble tea shops. Every day, I wake up to yet another juicy headline—someone caught red-handed, another marriage down the drain.…
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The Importance of Letting People Cope in Their Own Way

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Yesterday, I came across an article about Janna Nick apologising for sharing posts related to her recent heartbreak. She also admitted that she isn’t mature enough. First of all, let…
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Snow On The Beach, Feelings And All That Matters

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I’ve been obsessed with “Snow on the Beach” lately—it’s been the soundtrack to my days; even now, it’s playing softly as I write this. It’s one of those songs that…
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Why You Should Never Regret Dating Someone Who Broke Your Heart

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We all have regrets. Maybe it’s a person we wish we had never met, a path we wish we had never taken, or a mistake we wish we could undo.…
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Dating Advice On The Internet I’ll Never Follow

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I remember the first time someone told me, "Don’t text him first, make him chase you." I nodded politely, but inside, I was thinking—Why would I want to play hide…
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Coping with Rejection: When Someone You Like Doesn’t Feel the Same

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Rejection hurts. It always does, and usually more than we expect. There’s no escaping that sting—the disappointment, the bruised ego, the creeping doubts about self-worth. It’s a universal experience, something…
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How My Perspectives On Dating Have Changed Throughout The Years

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I’ve always imagined being in a committed relationship—sharing my life with someone who would love me as much as I loved him. The idea of building a future together and…
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Situationship: The Undefined Relationship “What Are We?”

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Have you ever found yourself in the dreaded situationship zone? You know, that strange limbo where you're more than friends but not quite lovers, with no real commitment in sight?…
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How to Move On After Being Ghosted (Without Losing Your Mind)

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Have you ever been in this situation? You meet someone new. Things are going great. You’re texting every day, sharing laughs, and maybe even went on a few dates. Then…
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My Advice for a Woman in a Relationship with a Married Man

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Today, I decided to revisit the topic of being in a relationship with a married man. Four years ago, I shared my personal experience on this matter. You can read…
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What Heartbreak Taught Me About Loving Myself

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I used to believe that love was about giving everything to someone else—your time, your energy, your whole heart. But what happens when you give so much that there’s nothing…
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My Biggest Lesson Of 2019: Never Betray Yourself For Someone You Love

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As a woman, I feel deeply called to write this post—not for sympathy, but to help other women recognize the importance of self-worth. What I’m about to share is deeply…
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Risiko Bercinta Dengan Non-Malay Atau Non-Muslim

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Topik hari ini sangat personal dan dekat di hati I. Ini adalah berdasarkan pengalaman hidup I sendiri selama bertahun-tahun. Sejujurnya, I memang lebih tertarik dengan Non-Malay which dating history I…
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Meeting New People Online? Here’s How to Stay Safe and Have Fun

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Let’s be real, meeting someone online is no longer a novelty. It’s the norm. Whether it’s for friendship, dating, or even networking, chances are your next interesting connection might just…
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Pengalaman Bercinta Dengan Suami Orang

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Disebabkan sebelum ni i pernah terjebak dengan "suami orang", i nak share sikit mengenai pengalaman i ni. Bukan apa, sebab i tahu ramai lagi wanita di luar sana yang masih…
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10 Things You Should Never Tolerate In A Relationship

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Relationships have the power to shape our happiness, confidence, and sense of self. At their best, they’re a source of love, comfort, and growth. At their worst, they can leave…
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15 Honest Truths About Long Distance Relationships (That No One Tells You)

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Long-distance relationships (LDRs) aren't just a romantic idea you see in movies—they're very real, often challenging, and surprisingly common these days. Whether your partner lives in another city, country, or…
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Dating a Highly Sensitive Person? Here’s What You Really Need to Know

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Let’s be honest—dating someone who’s highly sensitive is not like dating just anyone. It’s not just about “being emotional” or “overthinking stuff.” It’s about navigating a world that feels just…
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20 Real-Life Lessons I Learned From My Past Relationships

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I’ve always felt like one of those people who just doesn’t have the best luck in love. You know how it goes—everything starts off beautifully. The butterflies. The late-night calls.…
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