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The overwhelming reality of experiencing post-engagement anxiety

When Ellen’s* boyfriend of five years proposed to her earlier this year, she was hit by a jumble of emotions. The couple, who were on holiday at the time, spent the next few hours calling friends and family, soaking in the joy and excitement their news was bringing their loved ones. “It was a blur of emotion and excitement,” Ellen tells Stylist. “I felt like the most important person in the world – I don’t think I’ve ever felt more loved than in the moments of seeing my friends’ and family’s fac
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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
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‘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
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Should ‘getting over’ someone always be the goal at the end of a relationship?

No matter how many times you’ve experienced it, navigating the end of a relationship is never easy. Having to say goodbye to someone you once imagined a future with is often heartbreaking, regardless of why the relationship ended in the first place. But dealing with this initial pain is only the first hurdle. Your emotions may subside, but as time goes on, you’ll likely find yourself confronted by another challenge: moving on. It’s an expectation which haunts all newly single people at one point
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A practical, unsexy guide to dating after a long-term relationship

Dating can be a nerve-wracking experience at the best of times, let alone when it’s been years since you last had to put yourself out there. While the end of any relationship can be heartbreaking, trying to move on from a long-term relationship can be particularly difficult – not only does being single feel like unfamiliar territory, but the end of a relationship you thought would work out can really mess with your confidence. However, just because you might be feeling a bit rusty, it doesn’t me
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Why a quick ‘check-up’ could be exactly what your relationship needs

There’s no ‘easy’ way to build a successful relationship. From setting healthy boundaries to knowing how to deal with disagreements, there are plenty of factors that play into whether or not a relationship will work out in the long run. But once a relationship has gone on for a few years, it’s all too easy to lose track of how important these aspects of a partnership can be. In fact, as long as things are going *relatively* well, many of us wouldn’t sit down and think about what could be improve
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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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Is it ever OK to get involved in your friends’ relationships?

Most of us will talk about pretty much anything with our friends, but when it comes to relationships – specifically, our friends’ romantic relationships – things can get a little bit tricky. No one wants to watch their friend get hurt, or see them be messed around by someone who doesn’t appreciate them. But getting involved – whether that’s by sharing your opinion, giving advice or speaking to your friend’s partner directly – can often complicate things further, especially if your friend doesn’t

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