If you’ve been thinking about a certain friend of yours in ’that way’ it might be because it’s meant to be. The best romantic relationships start off as friendships, in fact, being good friends with your romantic partner is a surefire way to make the relationship last. Sometimes, we keep the friendship going simply because we like the tension; we know there’s something ’else’ going on, but we like to tease ourselves by holding back....

Change happens slowly, even if at times it seems like it is happening overnight. It begins with a feeling of being out of alignment, which may show up as sadness, frustration, and unfulfillment. Through your reflection, you will come to understand and see what is causing that, and then you begin to go through the bargaining and planning phase of what you are willing to let go of to create change....

There’s a good reason that we’re talking about overcoming relationship problems here, and that’s because we’re getting the ultimate assist Moon sextile Saturn. For those who’ve endured hard times within the relationship, as we all do, certain zodiac signs will come to terms with the notion that while nothing is perfect in romance, it’s not worth chucking to the curb. RELATED: 3 Zodiac Signs Who Tell Someone They Love Goodbye During The Moon Conjunct Mars Starting December 31, 2021 Are there couples that do not fight?...

During this transit, we get it into our heads that we are right, no matter what. And while this doesn’t necessarily mean bad news, it does mean that we may put ourselves in compromised positions, simply because we made some very naive moves. We may listen a little too hard to the voices in our heads that tell us we’re right about making moves to reunite with an ex who no longer wants us....

Friendships are built on like-minded thinking, and they grow stronger under duress; some make it to the next phase of the friendship, and some fold under pressure. What makes a friendship a sturdy one is time; if you can endure the ‘ravages’ of time within a friendship, then you’ve got yourself a ’lifer.’ And lifers are what friendship is really all about. Because Capricorn is the planet that represents practicality and long-term achievement, having the Moon in Capricorn in our cosmic sky can be either detrimental to friendships, or it can act as an agent for a deeper, more emotional tie to this person we call ‘friend....

These are the times when couples seek out therapy and counseling. This is also prime time for the renewal of vows, as well as the setting of rules. RELATED: 3 Zodiac Signs Who Long Distance Relationship Falls Apart During Mercury Square Uranus Starting January 9 - 12, 2022 Mind you, the idea of ‘rules’ within a relationship is not as awful as it sounds. We all need boundaries, and we have to know when we can cross them, or when we cannot tread upon another’s space....

For three zodiac signs whose love life changes dramatically during Mercury in Capricorn starting December 13, 2021, this transit will have us ‘see the light’ when it comes to our relationships, and we’ll get an insight into what needs to stay, and what must go. And that’s a good thing. One of the amazing aspects of this transit is that it makes us turn away from the fantastical impossible, and lets us see everything from the point of view of the pragmatic, sensible and realistic....

But it’s this intensity that opens the door to new things and change is what brings luck to love for three fortunate zodiac signs— delayed but not without reason. Sagittarius is one of those signs that brings with it a sense of relief, and this is positive for three zodiac signs whose love life improves during the 2021 Sagittarius season starting November 22, 2021. We see clearer during Sagittarius Season, and we are fortunate enough to be stepping into it on November 22, 2021....

The winter season brings not only snow with it but special holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and more. It’s the best time to cuddle up with your family members and loved ones by the fire and enjoy fun winter activities like skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, and sledding. It’s sometimes easy to lose sight of the sense of wonder winter can bring because of how cold it gets and how dark it gets....

Sometimes it just takes one wacky ‘would you rather’ question to break the ice and make you both feel more comfortable with each other. It’s amazing because these questions can expose your similarities and differences really quickly, while also telling you more and more about the people you’re playing the game with. RELATED: 26 Impossible Would You Rather Questions For Food Lovers We’ve put together many categories of ‘would you rather’ questions that will spark all sorts of conversation....

In those four years, my life became increasingly narrowed by fear, until it reached the point at which I was no longer able to drive on freeways or in the left lane, fly, take elevators, or go to the grocery store. RELATED: What Is Agoraphobia? How Do You Know If You Have It & What Causes It? What is agoraphobia? The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders (DSM 5), classifies this condition as an anxiety disorder, more specifically, “A marked fear or anxiety about two (or more) of the following five situations: using public transportation, being in open spaces, being in enclosed spaces (e....

Your mom is the type of person you can talk to about anything. You never have to worry about her moving away or growing apart. And it won’t happen anyway because the love between a mother and daughter is unbreakable. The best message to tell your mom is that she’s your closest friend, one you’ll have for life. Tell her she did a great job allowing you to grow, prosper, and that you love her for it....

I eventually got something I was happy with, but now that I am starting to save up some cash for my next tattoo, I’m feeling that indecision creep up on me again. One kind of tattoo I’ve always been fond of is the one word tattoo. One word tattoos can make a huge statement, or mean something really deep and important, especially if it really captures your personality or being....

COVID anxiety is very real and makes you feel like things will just continue to get worse all around. Even if life is getting back to “normal,” you still worry about your family, friends, and yourself. Despite the existence of the vaccine, you can’t help but wonder if there’s a light at the end of the tunnel. Luckily, there are ways to stave off the stress and anxiety we’re all feeling....

Do you know that some people in your life — toxic friends, toxic family, and toxic partners — just aren’t good for you but you are finding it difficult to let them go?​ Fortunately, there are ways to let go of toxic people, but first, you have to know why it’s hard to leave a toxic relationship. RELATED: 6 Signs You’re Being Emotionally Manipulated By A Toxic Person For many people, staying in a toxic relationship is better than being alone....

We’ve sorted the gifts below into gifts for moms and also some gifts for her baby (which, let’s be real, are also for moms), and we’ve run the gift gamut from cozy (#1 and #3) to sweet (#5, #21) to practical (#15 and $17) to inspiring (#22 and #41.) No matter the new mom personality type, you’re sure to find something in this gift guide that she’ll absolutely cherish. And if you’re feeling especially generous, bring over free meals!...

From self-care gift ideas (#20) to the perfect gift for getting more sleep (#3), we’ve gathered 50 incredible gifts new moms will love and be extremely grateful to receive this holiday. From luxe zodiac ornaments to chic strollers to comfy house shoes, rest assured these thoughtful gifts are fully vetted by an actual new mom. (The author of this piece has a 9-month-old baby!) Whatever taste, stage of motherhood, or practicality suits her fancy, trust us when we say the new mom in your life will be tickled pink by any of these 50 Valentine’s gifts....

Winter solstice marks the beginning of winter and the shortest day of the year. And, this year, the winter solstice falls on Monday, December 21st. The weather isn’t the only thing changing with the onset of a new season — your emotions could take a turn, as well. Winter is known to bring along some melancholy emotions and mood swings. We get less sunshine in the winter, which lowers our serotonin and makes us feel down....

What is ADHD? According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIH), “Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a brain disorder marked by an ongoing pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development.” And the Nationwide Children’s Hospital states, children “with ADHD have a tendency to act without thinking … have a high energy level, and have trouble focusing on the task before them.” Most children with ADHD are identified during their years in school due to hyperactivity, which makes it hard for them to sit still in class....

Kardashian recently appeared on Gwyneth Paltrow’s GOOP podcast to discuss her life, which led to a conversation on how she manages social media use with her famous offspring. “I think every family is different, even within my family,” Kardashian explained, in answering how she navigates her kids’ social media presence. “With social media, it is hard because all the cousins, all my nieces and nephews, they’re all best friends with my kids....