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There’s no casting off the long shadows of what such queerphobic* ‘diagnoses’ and prevalent socio-cultural and medical stigmas have done to the perception, rights, and everyday safety of my community. These numbers are one of the primary reasons I, along with many from the LGBTQIA+ community, firmly believe that queerphobia is coming from inside the house. We Don’t Struggle Because We’re Queer, We Struggle Because of Queerphobia We’re ALL products of a system that enables and nurtures queerphobia....

By putting in the effort and sticking it out, you earn yourself a partner who’s got your back till the end of time. That’s something worth fighting for. But the question is: how do you make a relationship work? What are the dos and don’ts of navigating the many twists and turns of a relationship? Is there a set of rules to play by? We’re here to help all you relationship newbies out figure out the answers to these questions with insights from psychologist Priyal Agarwal, who is the Founder of StandWeSpeak, a sex education initiative, and works for promoting awareness about sex, relationships, personal well-being, and mental health....

There seems to be a consensus, of course, about getting into bed with someone other than one’s partner. Most people would agree that this is cheating, unless you’re in an open or polyamorous relationship. But in the case of an emotional affair, the lines are not well-demarcated. Rather, they are so hazy that you may be crossing the line without realizing there is a possibility of you soon getting entrenched in an emotional affair....

You fall in love and build a strong connection with someoneYour whirlwind romance fades and reaches an inevitable end There are many terms for when you connect with someone on a deeper level. Some call it twin flames, karmic connection, or a telepathic connection, and some refer to that person as their soulmate. What Does It Mean To Connect With Someone Connecting with someone isn’t just about meeting them and talking to them about politics, sports, or about the mundane details of life....

Every single moment, the memory of a place, a date, a sweet gesture leads you to shed pools of tears and your breath seems to be stuck in your gut every other night. Unfortunately (or fortunately!) life does not stop for anyone. As much as you think you won’t get over it, you ultimately do learn to move on from the past. However, the question is – can you completely forget what happened, accept the scars and march ahead?...

We’ve all day-dreamed of getting proposed to by our man in the most romantic and special ways. But while we long for this blessed occasion, we are often caught off-guard. Now that your dating gurus are here, that’s not going to happen anymore! Join us on our trail and keep your hawk eyes wide open to identify signs of a proposal coming your way as we escort you on your journey toward love....

So many readers write to Bonobology asking for a mini-guide to the beautiful aspects of a romantic relationship. Everyone loves a perspective that focuses on the positive. Well, here we have it. You can look at these qualities as enhancers of love. Does your relationship check these boxes? If not, don’t worry. We’re also going to tell you how you can cultivate them. By we, I mean myself and the expert onboard today – counselor Manjari Saboo (Masters in Applied Psychology and Post-Graduate Diploma in Family Therapy and Child Care Counseling), founder of Maitree Counselling, an initiative dedicated to the emotional well-being of families and children....

While it is normal to go through the stages of break up like grief and denial, it is not too wise to let the pain linger too long. Breakups can be brutal if you fail to move on and keep lingering in the past. This will be unhealthy for you in the long run because you will be unable to accept true love as and when it comes your way....

This chaotic arena comes with its own rules (read: modern rules of dating, unspoken rules of dating, rules of dating texting) and endless expectations. Navigating the dating landscape these days is confusing at its best, and deeply disappointing at its worst. That’s why the unwritten rules of dating become a necessity that should be diligently followed. To help you get a fresh perspective, we have an expert on board – counseling psychologist Kavita Panyam (Master’s in Psychology and international affiliate with the American Psychological Association), who has been helping couples work through their relationship issues for over two decades....

You could be feeling lazy, or the pandemic may have left you no choice when all the good restaurants close before you even get off work! Plus, who even has the energy to try and find a decent restaurant after a tiring day of working from home? At-home date ideas can give you all the excitement you need, and more. Remember, the bedroom is just a few feet away wink....

There comes a phase in your life when you realize that you are wasting your time dating immature, self-obsessed Casanovas. In your quest to find the tall, dark, handsome, and overtly romantic gentleman, you may be overlooking the perfect soulmate that is standing right next to you. Don’t feel ignored if he is quiet, that’s just how he is. These shy, soft, sensitive guys can be everything you want in a relationship....

We bring your quotes from greats such as Helen Keller and Martin Luther King, Jr. to help lift you up. There is always a light at the end of the tunnel and these hope quotes are here to help you remember that in your darkest hours.

Just because you are going to be married now, doesn’t mean you don’t have to make an effort anymore. Pleasing your wife is just as important as pleasing your girlfriend. Let your bride know how much you love her and how special she is by surprising her with handpicked gifts that express your feelings. We have a list of 25 unique wedding day gifts for the bride from the groom to help you add the perfect cherry on top of a perfect day....

Strong-willed Shweta said that there is no reason why women have to end up staying in an unhappy relationship, just because it is their second marriage. She said, “People are pointing at me and saying, ‘Oh! It didn’t work out the second time also?’ I would ask them, ‘Why? Problems can’t happen a second time?” This brings us to why everyone can’t be as bold and sorted as Shweta when it comes to leaving a toxic marriage....

The lesson of the story – sometimes, when people leave you unexpectedly, other people come into your life even more suddenly. Voids get filled. You get better. Rebounds aren’t all that bad after all. But not always do rebound relationships have fairy tale endings. Breakups often leave you devastated and you do not know how to deal with your issues. That’s exactly when the rebound happens, trying to provide you with all the comfort that you’d been doing without all this while....

According to a study, only after a romantic relationship dissolves, we are able to identify red flags. We then blame ourselves for not seeing these signs earlier because they seem so obvious now.” It’s true, we gain more clarity on our relationships only after they end. So naturally, whether it was a healthy dynamic or not, a breakup leaves us with a lot of questions. 55 Questions Everyone Wishes They Could Ask Their Ex We have made the concept of ‘forever’ a romance goal....

There is a lot more that goes into making a marriage work. Time, commitment, understanding and trust are just a few of those things. If you have found yourself in an unhappy marriage, chances are you made a hasty decision. Are You In An Unhappy Marriage? Someone wise once said that Bollywood has much more to offer us than trashy item numbers and stalker-turned-heroes. The same someone, also known as good old me, believes that a lot of life’s lessons can be learned from the twisting and heart-breaking tales of love and hatred that the industry gave us....

Click here to read about this woman who had guilt sex with her cousin and can’t stop. 7 Sex Positions A Woman Should Try In Her Lifetime We have got you covered. If switching places and bringing the fire to bed is something you have been meaning to do, try these positions. You won’t be disappointed. We do believe these are sex positions every woman should try in her lifetime....

Like the stock exchange, there are highs and lows, good times and bad times, and wins and losses in every relationship. A major low point is a loss of connection in a relationship for various reasons. If you feel disconnected from your partner over the course of your marriage, you might be wondering how to reconnect with your partner and if it’s even possible. People in strong and healthy relationships will tell you that connections between married couples suffer when there are financial issues, when the loss of a dear one like a child or a parent hits you, or when there’s infidelity....

In reality, however, this question doesn’t elicit such an open and shut response. You’d be surprised to see that there are people who actively avoid the topic of feminism and the fact that a woman might pride herself on being a feminist is even viewed as an instant turn-off for some. Why might this be happening? Is it because of what the world now instantly presumes feminism to be, or is it because of external factors, stemming from each individual’s personal experiences?...