You must have read about many romantic arranged marriage wedding night stories, but what I am going to share is something different, something unique and something that will reinstate your faith arranged marriages. I got married a year ago in an arranged marriage setup. I’m from Delhi, while my husband is based in Mumbai. I’d never had a boyfriend before marriage and knew nothing about the intricacies of couple relationships, so for me, it was very difficult to adjust living with my husband initially....

No, the answer doesn’t lie in how they “heart react” to every message you send them or how they respond to your stories (although they are definitely positive signs). Intense attraction signs will often be a lot less ambiguous. When you’re feeling drawn to someone, the only thing you want to know is if they feel the same way about you. So, when you feel a connection with someone, do they feel it too?...

Sometimes a relationship seems ideal from the outside: you may be a perfect match with similar goals and opinions, but in spite of that, things don’t always work out. Have an honest conversation with yourself and think about whether you will ever be able to rekindle your connection. If not, then you know it’s time to break up. When We Know It’s Time To Break Up A lot of the times there’s no concrete reason people break up....

And we have studies to back that up too. Wondering how the third year of your marriage still feels like a honeymoon, despite the fact that there’s a wailing baby on the way? Well, According to a new study by U.K. law firm Slater & Gordon, married couples are happiest in their third year of marriage. But then, another question comes up again. What is the hardest year of marriage?...

His disdain for my parents has brought me to the brink of divorce Today I am on the verge of divorce. I find it hard to believe that in this century, a woman still has to fight for such basic issues. I am applying for a divorce because my husband is not allowing me to take care of my ageing father. The reason: I am a daughter, after marriage, I am “paraya dhan”....

Wouldn’t you like to read something fun, innovative and new at the end of a text message? Well, the same is true for everyone, your partner included. To really sweep someone off their feet, you have to bring your creativity A-game and make them swoon each time. 10 Romantic French Phrases Saying ‘I love you” is iconic but also extremely overused. While it is timeless and sweet, why not shake things up a bit and impress your partner with some new skills?...

Some couples become more distant after a fight. Others sulk for days and some even walk away to find relief from the screaming and the bickering. While each person’s response to an unpleasant showdown with their SO may vary, the fact remains that fights are inevitable in any relationship. But how you make up after a fight truly determines the direction your relationship takes after a conflict. In this article, we discuss creative ways to make up after a fight with your partner....

Ghosting is a term most commonly used in the dating world and involves cutting off communication with someone without giving them an explanation. Ghosting becomes especially annoying when the person returns. A few reasons why ghosters always come back include the grass wasn’t greener on the other side, they got cold feet, and they’re jealous of your happiness. The ghoster returns with every excuse under the sun, but you mustn’t take them back because ghosting is childish and unacceptable, and there’s no guarantee they won’t do it again....

Having low self-esteem makes him feel like he’s a bad person that doesn’t have any particular value or virtue. Him being in such a state affects his behavior, which then is mirrored at you as his partner. Dating or having a relationship with a man with low self-esteem can be like a rollercoaster, with all its ups and downs. What’s important to know is to understand him and try to reciprocate in order to build up his confidence and maintain your relationship....

According to Jeffrey Hall flirting is divided into 5 types: traditional, physical, polite, playful, and sincere. An introvert guy can use more of the combination of traditional, polite, and sincere flirting. Whereas, a guy who’s got a flirty personality uses more playfulness and physical touch. At times, flirting can be subtly or extremely obvious, and at times it can come with hidden signs; let’s find out together through these 13 signs he’s flirting with you:...

You know a couple just like this. Trust me, you do. They love each other. They hate each other. They’ll never leave each other. The can’t-live-with-you-can’t-live-without-you energy is exhausting — especially for the people in their lives who have to deal with the constant ups and downs knowing that it’s unlikely to get better. It’s also exhausting for the couple, but they’re often trapped in a cycle they aren’t aware of, don’t know how to fix, or have normalized to the point that they don’t even realize the level of toxicity they’re managing on a daily basis....

A relationship with a narcissist involves cruel and relentless emotional abuse. Narcissists are able to do this by brainwashing their victims. They use a variety of methods in order to obtain control over their significant other. First they “love bomb” their prey, then they threaten, degrade, shift blame, criticize, manipulate, verbally assault, dominate, blackmail, withdraw, withhold love and affection and gaslight their victims. Self-professed narcissist and author of “Malignant Self-Love, Narcissism Revisited,” Sam Vaknin describes how a narcissist abuses his victim: “He infiltrates her defenses, shatters her self-confidence, confuses and confounds her, demeans and debases her....

As they gear up for a special milestone in their relationship, you’d want to do your bit to make it more memorable. That’s why picking the right wedding present is so important. For many older people, falling in love with someone for the second time is like getting a second chance at life. They have established a new life for themselves despite their first marriage not working out. Or, perhaps their long-term partner has passed away and they have managed to move on in life and in love....

Who would want to waste their time and feelings on someone who is sure to cheat? If you want to avoid dating someone who would eventually cheat, you need to know the traits of a serial cheater. Just move out of the relationship when you spot these. A serial cheater is a mastermind. Unlike Don Draper, who was ruggedly handsome, it is not fair to assume only good-looking successful fellows can be serial cheaters....

Instead of buying things one doesn’t really need and contributing to unnecessary waste, it is time you consider being kinder to the environment when it comes to gift-giving. All you have to do is buy an eco-friendly gift for your girlfriend, mom or sister. Along with them, even the earth will thank you for it. Ethical And Eco-Friendly Gifts For Women Shopping is a delightful mix of thoughtfulness, joy, creativity and fun....

Only once we forgive do we realize how much anger was weighing us down. This is why forgiving is the best gift you can give to yourself. Let these quotes from great men and women like Maya Angelou, Mahatma Gandhi, and Martin Luther King, Jr inspire you and help you let go of the past.

It can be tricky to figure out when a man likes you, especially if he tries his best not to show you. The constant yo-yoing can be unbearable. A woman’s natural instinct is for someone else to chase her. So when a man is fighting against his natural inclination to like you, it can be hard to get anywhere. Not knowing if he likes you or not isn’t good, especially if you’re into him....

We’ve been seeing signs, we’ve been amateurly trying to analyze them, and come to a few barely standing conclusions that are not satisfying our wild curiosity: How to tell if a guy likes you over text?! Universe?! Now, let’s figure this out together! Some say that he texts a lot when he is interested in you, some say he holds back a little (i.e waits for your response)… What’s the deal with these love experts?...

The frequency of those fancy dates reduces over time. You don’t need to buy him expensive gifts every now and then to make an impression. No pressure of dressing up and all – just purely spending a blissful time together. So, now you are home alone with your boyfriend on a Sunday. You are wondering what fun things to do with your boyfriend at home? Maybe one of these 28 things will work for you!...

To understand the nuances of such relationships, let’s first address the all-important question: what is a soul connection? To understand this concept better, look back and think if you’ve ever met someone you felt drawn to like a moth to a flame. You meet them and suddenly you develop a kind of relationship that seems to transcend earthly bonds. The meaning of soul connection is rather difficult to put into words others would understand, especially if they haven’t experienced such a connection themselves....