RELATIONSHIPS

Why emotional vulnerability has become a dating dealbreaker in 2022

Everyone has their own set of priorities when it comes to dating – but as we head into ‘cuffing season’, more and more of us are putting emotional vulnerability at the top of our must-have list for a potential partner. That’s according to new research by the dating app Hinge, which found that 61% of Hinge daters believe emotional vulnerability is more important in a potential partner than attributes such as attractiveness, income or height. The research also found that 93% of daters prefer to da

‘Healthy disagreements’ could be the key to a happier relationship, according to experts

One of the most vital components of any relationship is being able to get along. It’s one of the first things you consider when looking for a potential partner, and one of the deal breakers that might lead to the end of a relationship, too – at the end of the day, spending time with someone who you consistently butt heads with isn’t fun for anyone involved. But getting along with your partner isn’t the same as never arguing at all – the latter of which is often held up as something to be proud o

It’s not just about you – why the way your partner treats others is a potential red flag

Identifying red flags in a potential partner isn’t always simple. When you’re in the whirlwind of a new relationship, it’s all too easy to let potentially toxic behaviours slide in favour of the excitement of romance. But paying attention to someone’s red flags can help you identify whether the relationship you’re forging will be a healthy one. The only problem is knowing where to look. Ever since the phrase ‘red flag’ cemented its place in dating terminology, it’s largely revolved around the wa

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