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That’s when I realized, there’s no better teacher than experience, right? Instead of sulking about not getting second dates with those women (a few of whom I really thought I’d hear from again), I decided to take a look at where I went wrong. I asked a few friends for tips for a first date. I asked my female friends what they thought I did wrong and tried to understand how to be on a first date (all that constructive criticism from friends definitely took some thick skin to bear)....

The Hello Hug has taken over at many social levels from the namaskar but the only issue is many people who are firm believers in the Hello Hug are not even aware of the etiquette involved in this greeting hug. For starters, if you follow the hug etiquette you cannot hug anyone without asking that person’s permission and be aware that you are not intruding into that person’s personal space....

A loveless marriage is unfortunately a sad reality for many relationships today. Traversing through them can be tough because an unhappy marriage may never meet your expectations. However, this is just one of those things that you have to deal with in real life. This Is How Marriage Is In Real Life “Misha, where is my shirt?” “How should I know?” “Dilip, will you sleep next to me tonight? I’m feeling scared....

That’s probably why this question has transcended into the realm of a perennial conundrum. An idée fixe of those learning the ropes of newfound loves. Say it too soon and you risk spooking your partner completely. Wait too long, and you may miss your moment and disappoint them, even. Knowing when is the right time to say “I love you” is key to making sure your words have the right effect....

Who was the greater lover? Once upon a time, when Krishna was with his wife, Rukmini, Narada Muni walked into their home, greeting them with his signature line: “Narayan Narayan”. The gleam in his eyes gave Krishna a hint that Narada was up to some mischief. Krishna smiled. After the initial courtesies, Krishna asked Narada the reason for his arrival. Narada was evasive and wondered aloud whether a devotee ever needed to have a reason to meet his idol....

Divorce can be of two kinds – ugly and painful or smooth and non-controversial. Ninety-five percent of divorce cases belong to the first category. The rest are probably lying! Try as much as you can, life after divorce is not easy as some people like to make it sound. To start again after divorce and build a life from scratch can be an intimidating and daunting prospect, owing to the baggage of the past....

A lot has been said about love, but little about lovesickness. What is it? Is lovesickness real? What are its symptoms? Can one cure lovesickness? To answer all of your questions, we spoke to psychologist Anita Eliza (MSc in Applied Psychology), who specializes in issues like anxiety, depression, relationships, and self-esteem. She elaborated on the lovesickness definition, what causes it, its signs, and how to cope with being lovesick....

In order to love and be there for someone with lupus, it is important to first understand the nature of the illness. Lupus is an auto-immune disease in which a person’s immune system attacks its own healthy tissues, leading to severe problems such as organ failure and, in extreme cases, even death. Lupus And Relationships Lupus information for spouses with the disease is essential to know in order to lend support to your loved one and be there for them when they need it the most....

Dear ma’am, I am a 28-year-old girl from a middle-class family from Odisha. I met my boyfriend through a matrimonial website with the sole purpose of getting married. We fell in love. After 3-4 months his family came to see me for the first time but we couldn’t treat them properly, as my grandmother had recently got a paralysis attack. His family and brother and sister liked me for my looks and behaviour, but the next day his family said no to us for marriage as we couldn’t treat them properly....

Hello ma’am, I have been in a relationship for three years and in those three years, we have had innumerable breakups. The thing is that if I say something in a funny or genuine way, he thinks that I am insulting him. He feels I don’t respect him. I mean something in one way but he always takes it in a sense that I am not respecting. This has made our relationship weak over time....

Are anxiety and depression related? Well, yes, say various renowned psychiatrists and researchers working full-time in the field of mental health. Depression symptoms should never be ignored. Suicidal thoughts, intrusive thoughts and depression are likely to affect your domestic and social life and your performance in the workplace and beware, the impact is long-lasting and the repercussions severe. You can consult a psychiatrist before it’s too late. This is how my depression began Once you’re promoted from the school level to the college level, you have certain dreams and aspirations....

Tell us the story of how you both met. When did you decide to take your relationship to the next level? Raghu and I first met as judges on a reality show. We started off as acquaintances and then became friends. Both of us were going through a rough patch in our personal lives and could identify with each other’s problems and that strengthened our friendship. However, the decision that we should get married was taken by our mothers....

There is no denying the fact that Hollywood couples like George and Amal Clooney and Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart have shown the way forward in older man younger woman relationships. Even though the rumor mills remain abuzz about how these star couples are dealing with older man younger woman relationship issues, they seem to have found the secret to keeping their partnerships going strong despite the difference in their years....

Do not worry, you are not alone. Having doubts about a new relationship, especially when the going is perfect, is something that every person in love experiences. It could be in the form of a slight mistrust or it could be worries caused by the red flags you recently noticed that make you question your entire bond with your lover. So, whether you’re having doubts about a new relationship or a past relationship, we’ve got your back....

Thanks to our Bollywood films, our mothers have always occupied a place on a pedestal and it would be considered sacrilege to put the M-word and the S-word together. Why else were our on-screen mommies usually widows? No husband is equal to no sex life. So the only time she had sex was to procreate and heaven help her because that would be the last time she would be guilty of that pleasure....

Cut to the 21st century, infidelity still has a deep impact on people. When cheated on, they still have to face many infidelity recovery stages before they feel renewed. It is certainly possible to move on and rebuild life afresh after infidelity or stay in the relationship instead of falling out of love after infidelity. But just because it’s possible, doesn’t mean that it’s not going to be a rough ride....

But moving from a traditional set-up and understanding to a more modern outlook can take it’s time and even bring lots of hurdles along the way. Dealing with parents, society, friends and the legalities of it all can be quite tricky in a country like India. Our idea of marriage and love used to be pretty stringent – especially because of the concept of arranged marriages that is prevalent and common even now....

Today, we’re talking about the roles people in romantic relationships may unknowingly pick up. And what is this relationship triangle called? The ‘Drama Triangle’ (you will see why). With the help of psychologist Pragati Sureka (MA in Clinical Psychology, professional credits from Harvard Medical School), who specializes in individual counseling through emotional ability resources, let’s take a look at this relationship triangle psychology. What Is The Relationship Triangle? A relationship triangle is not to be confused with a love triangle, where three romantic interests are involved....

What are the signs of emotional infidelity in relationships and marriages? And how does one deal with emotional infidelity? We had a detailed discussion with our expert Dr. Gopa Khan. What Is Emotional Cheating? Emotional affairs are as damaging as physical ones. An affair usually starts with emotional intimacy. It might happen when one of the partners in the relationship is not getting enough attention or they might be not be having their needs met....

25 Worst Epic Responses To I Love You The complexities of modern relationships have made ‘I Love You’ the heaviest sounding three words. Gone are the days when people nonchalantly put a label of love on feelings of attraction. Today, you have to go through the rigmarole of ‘I’m attracted to you’, ‘I like you’, ‘I care about you’ before playing the big L card. When you do, you can expect the other person to throw their arms around you and say it right back without hesitation or see them bolt at the speed of light....