Love (I am not talking about just the romantic kind) is entwined with loyalty. One tends to give rise to the other. When you feel passionate about a cause, a partner, or a friend you are bound to defend them and stand by them. Likewise, if you are loyal to someone, you tend to care about them. As I said, one cannot exist without the other. Yet for something so compelling, the lines can get blurred as well....

In reality, guys go through a lot after a breakup, most of which is not addressed or acknowledged by a majority of people. An interesting study points out that men view their ex-partners more favorably than women. This may have raised a host of questions in your mind. How do they act after a breakup? When do guys start to miss you after a breakup? Do men really not badmouth their exes?...

Shocking revelation about her past physical affairs Then we got married and went for our honeymoon. We returned two weeks later and the second day after we returned I got to know that she had affairs, and lots of other things which shocked me. When I asked her, she started crying and admitted everything. She was sleeping with a guy for the last 5 years. I was shocked and we both cried a lot....

So, I flew down to Mumbai, wore the white checked shirt she had bought me for this very meeting, wore formal black trousers and shoes. “You’ve got to dress up human before meeting them,” she had told me. “Captain America and Batman just won’t do!” Fine! Her father was a corporate heavyweight, the head of Indian operations for a multinational brand. I would be lying if I said I wasn’t nervous....

We often get the query ” I feel like I am stuck in relationship because of child or children”.Do you feel stuck in an unhappy marriage for the sake of your children? Though you are unhappy, you find that you can’t leave because of the impact it will have on the kids. However, does staying together for the kids work? We answer your questions in an exclusive interview with renowned Mumbai-based psychiatrist Dr....

From a casual hug to a harmless smile, a friendly touch to an innocent exchange of pleasantries, to more serious issues like a brighter career and a coveted social status — any of these can turn men into green-eyed monsters. Part of this trait arises out of the fact that men are considered to be more competitive, territorial, and protective by nature. If you’ve ever had on your hands a classic case of “he gets jealous but he is not my boyfriend”, the reactions of the man in question can be truly baffling....

Abuse in marriages can be of varying kinds: physical, emotional, psychological, financial and verbal too. Physical abuse is the most apparent form of domestic violence, and even if an act of violence occurs once or very rarely, the fear of a potential attack always lingers. The victim loses all hope in the marriage, their future, and a chance at a normal life. Story Of A Woman And Her Abusive Husband Overcoming an abusive relationship is not a walk in the park....

Samaira, a freelance photographer, felt the weight of these questions acutely as she hung up yet another distressing call with her mother. Sensing something was amiss, her partner asked her if everything was okay. She brushed aside all her anxious feelings with, “Yeah, everything is fine.” But the conversation kept playing in her mind on a loop, she wondered if she should confide in her partner about it. Would he understand?...

The most exciting phase is always the first date. And dear men, your first date can either set you on a romantic path or create a dark mark in your dating history. Trying to make the right dating calls at the right time can feel like a daunting task, especially if you’re making all the decisions yourself. When you have consulted just about every female friend you have to help you pick your first date outfit, why must you tackle the question of when to text after the first date alone?...

Here’s a riveting story for all the stay-at-home dads out there. How do you develop a thick skin to the questions and snide remarks? How do you keep your focus on the responsibilities of a husband and father? What are a few other stay-at-home dad problems? Keep reading to find out! The Stigma Of The Stay-At-Home Dad Mumbai is home to so many fantastic stories. This one comes to you straight from the suburbs as a couple struggle with the notions that surround being a stay-at-home father....

Catfishers and other people with mal intentions tend to find ways to get their way despite the precautions and measures taken by dating apps and sites. Thanks to the internet and your willingness to stay safe, you’ve got plenty of ways to do a background check on your potential date. When it comes to background check sites, there are countless floating around the internet. That brings us to the main question here: what is the best background check for dating?...

If as a man, you are trying to figure out what she wants from you sexually, a little communication can go a long way. Read the room well, understand her body and how it moves and simply, ask! While it is not that difficult to know what she expects in bed, we give you a little cheat sheet anyway. 7 Things Women Want Men Knew About What They Love During Sex In most relationships the main cause of friction is sex....

To Love Or Be Loved? To love is the way to go anyone would say. Ryan and Valena fell in love at a time when both of them found it hard to see a future together. Valena’s husband was wheelchair bound after an accident. He only had her for support and Ryan was father to an autistic child. They used to work together and talk about their difficult circumstances. They became an emotional support for each other and eventually fell in love....

What does it mean when a guy calls you sweet? This is a question many women ask themselves when they are not sure of a man’s motives. If you like him and you’re looking for clues that the feelings are mutual, you might assume he’s attracted to you too, if he calls you sweet. But the problem with the word sweet is that it doesn’t give anything away. Little old ladies are sweet, children are sweet, cats are sweet, the list is endless....

Narcissism goes far deeper than just loving your own reflection in the mirror a little too much. Scientists have recently discovered differences in the brain structure of those suffering from Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). Magnetic imaging resonance reveals that NPD sufferers have abnormalities in an area region of the brain that has been linked to empathy. This affects their ability to feel and express compassion. That explains a lot of the behavioral traits associated with NPD, but it doesn’t end there....

Asking for consent in the bedroom is as simple as saying “do I have your consent for this?” or “is this okay?”. It makes both parties feel safer, and, most importantly, nobody will feel violated. But what happens when neither of you asks for consent? Is it okay to continue? Do non-verbal cues count as consent? Let’s find out all we need to know about consent with expert inputs from Elsa Marie D’Silva, the founder of the Red Dot Foundation and Safecity, a platform that empowers people to break the silence around sexual and gender-based violence, and Supreme Court lawyer Siddhartha Mishra....

Ever liked someone so much that you’ve texted them on and on until they reply? You begin with one text and it keeps following. Before you know it, you’ve sent your date 10 texts in 2 hours without any reply from the other end! Yes, double texting can get a bit mad, especially if you are desperate for an answer. That’s exactly one of the big no-nos in the dating rulebook, and not to forget the rules of texting while dating as well....

In early relationship anxiety people often end up self-sabotaging their relationships. Some people develop long-distance relationship anxiety and that also becomes problematic. So is it possible to get over relationship anxiety? First let’s find out what exactly is new relationship anxiety then we can go into how it can be handled. What Is New Relationship Anxiety? New relationship anxiety is quite common. Almost every individual feels some amount of it after entering in a new relationship, and no, it’s not about how the first fight will be....

No, sleep divorce is not you dreaming about a divorce. It simply means sleeping in a different bed from your partner or even in a different room if required. That sounds like a great idea, right? No longer will you need four cups of coffee to get you through the day. Say goodbye to your dark circles. But wait, will your marriage suffer? Sharing a bed is seen as one of the most intimate things a couple can do....

Implement this advice to kickstart your post-heartbreak journey, and move onwards and upwards. We get it. When the person whom you have loved and trusted wholeheartedly breaks your heart, nothing makes sense anymore. You spend your days trying to fill the emotional void with food, crying your eyes out, watching movies you used to watch together, and doing anything except trying to move forward with your life. Truly, dating after a breakup can seem like the last thing you want to do....