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Unveiling the Power of Vulnerability: How It Nurtures Authenticity in Relationships
Dating + Relationships Domenique Harrison, MPH, LMFT, LPCC Dating + Relationships Domenique Harrison, MPH, LMFT, LPCC

Unveiling the Power of Vulnerability: How It Nurtures Authenticity in Relationships

Vulnerability has become THE buzzword in discussions around cultivating healthy relationships lately. Vulnerability is felt, seen, and experienced differently across relationships, in our roles and identities, and with our power and privilege. And still, having the fortitude to be vulnerable with the people in our lives reaps a high personal and relational reward.

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Want to Create a Joyful Dating Experience? We Sat Down with a Dating Coach to Find Out How
Dating + Relationships Meagan A. Culberson Dating + Relationships Meagan A. Culberson

Want to Create a Joyful Dating Experience? We Sat Down with a Dating Coach to Find Out How

Dating can be daunting and quite overwhelming with all the different apps available today on the market—having to ask the same questions repeatedly, finding a cute fit, and getting all done up for someone who might waste our time. It’s exhausting, and many of us are feeling burnt out because of it. However, it can be fun if we learn how to strategize our dating experience and reframe our mindset around it. 

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How to Build Unconditional Self-Worth & Break Free from External Validation
Dating + Relationships SGC Editorial Team Dating + Relationships SGC Editorial Team

How to Build Unconditional Self-Worth & Break Free from External Validation

As social beings, we all have a deep need for validation and acceptance from others. From a young age, we're taught to seek approval from our parents, teachers, and peers. As we grow older, this need for validation often translates to seeking validation from romantic partners, colleagues, and friends. However, relying solely on external validation can be detrimental to our self-worth.

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How Enmeshment Develops and Can Destroy Your Relationship: A Comprehensive Guide
Dating + Relationships SGC Editorial Team Dating + Relationships SGC Editorial Team

How Enmeshment Develops and Can Destroy Your Relationship: A Comprehensive Guide

Enmeshment is a term used to describe a situation where the boundaries between two individuals become blurred, and they become overly dependent on each other for emotional support and validation. While healthy relationships require a certain level of emotional connection and support, enmeshment can be destructive to both individuals involved.

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Why Rotational Dating Could Be the Solution to Finding Your Perfect Match
Dating + Relationships SGC Editorial Team Dating + Relationships SGC Editorial Team

Why Rotational Dating Could Be the Solution to Finding Your Perfect Match

Rotational dating is the practice of dating multiple people at the same time, with the intention of finding the right match. It's not about being dishonest or keeping secrets from your dates. Instead, it's about being open and honest with everyone involved and making sure that everyone understands your intentions.

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