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Let them flow: 3 ways crying helps you feel better
Tears are often seen as a sign of vulnerability, and vulnerability can be seen as a threat to some ideas of manliness and masculinity. But are they?
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How to handle rejection without crashing out
Imagine you make a move on someone you're into, and they say, 'Sorry, but I have a lot going on'. What do you do next?
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Is jealousy ever healthy in a relationship?
Jealousy is a pretty typical feeling. But is it ever ok in a relationship? That's what somebody asked us.
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How to stay on the right side of the line online
Ever scrolled through the comments and just lost all hope for the human race?
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How To Deal With Online Abuse
The online community is like a massive schoolyard – with a population of... billions.
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How to deal with difficult thoughts in your ship
Do you feel jealous and angry? Do you want to tell your partner what to do to 'fix' this?
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3 ways to build empathy and stronger connections
Empathy is understanding somebody else's situation or emotions, even if they're new to you.
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Why It’s Important To Feel Our Awkward Feelings
Often, the fear of going after what we want isn’t about the rejection, but the emotional aftermath. 

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