To be more precise and direct, there are 15 signs that he’s confused about his feelings. There are reasons behind such behavior and confusion, the chances for you to be the cause/reason behind it are super low, but never zero. Before we get to the signs: Let’s clear some things up first Look for the fundamentals: What defines a relationship? It’s not just the nicknames, the labels. A relationship is defined by consistency of care, respect, love, and affection towards one another....

Post first date: eyes wide open, dreaming of this dreamy guy. That’s good, not-so-complicated news, eh? How about we take it easy, and not rush into that ‘hubby material’ idea yet. Let’s first see if he’s interested or not first, shall we? Those little gestures after the date, and during the date will give us enough material to know if he’s sharing the same interest as you are. BUT, before we see if he’s interested after your first date, let’s not jump to conclusions without having a couple of things straight:...

The aim of this date should be to ignite chemistry and know more about your date. During the first dates, you should have created the idea for one another. Now, on the first two dates, you must have caught their attention and impressed them. Whereas, the third date is more about enjoying each other’s presence and being more intimate. Therefore, what you should do during the third date is something interesting, cozy, and unique....

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is normally associated with one-off events – being the victim of a violent crime, surviving a car crash, or witnessing a battlefield atrocity; a single shocking event leading to a lifetime of suffering and poor mental health. Another less-commonly spoken of disorder is complex PTSD (c-PTSD), where similar symptoms develop after years of incredibly stressful events. It’s commonly seen in children of abusive parents but can manifest in adults after a prolonged period of homelessness or a toxic relationship....

Well, it is not as dramatic as it sounds but it has room for some complicated things to go on. Your FWB has feelings for you, he likes you more than just a friend with benefits, he wants to be more than that, you may or may not feel the same, you may or may not have to look for another FWB, or swear to yourself that you’ll never do it again until you find yourself in the same position you’re in right now....

The Narcissist and Communication? Perhaps it would have been more accurately titled The Narcissist and Their Lack of Communication. Narcissists are notorious for having one way communication…they do all the talking and none of the listening. Narcissists don’t talk or communicate; they fend off. They hide and evade and disguise. They lecture, badger and preach. They perfect the ability to say nothing in lengthy speeches. Their speech is crowded with first person pronouns (“I”, “me”, “my”, “mine”)....

When it comes to seeing whether someone is using Facebook Dating or not, it can sound quite simple since the app is a product of Facebook itself. You might think this is easy enough since Facebook would notify you when a friend of yours joins Facebook Dating, right? Well, no. Before we get into the details on how to see if someone is using Facebook Dating, let’s check some basics first!...

Well, yes, he is supposed to be aware of his behavior. But due to the complexity that human nature has, especially when it comes to communication and connections, things might get a bit tangled up. This is why it is ok to tell a guy he hurt you. In fact, it is a healthy way of going about relationships. If he seems to have missed it, you should tell him that he hurt your feelings....

Disclaimer: Warning contains references to rape which some readers may find distressing. Thanks to the success of the 50 shades books and films a form of BDSM has come out of the closet so to speak. BDSM is a fairly recent term to describe the sexual activities of a subculture where the participant engages in role-playing behavior involving some aspects of domination, discipline submission, and sadomasochism. Whilst these behaviors have gone on for many years, often in a non-consensual setting (The term sadism comes from the name of the Marquis de Sade who lived in 18th century France and who was amongst other incarcerations arrested for expounding his ideas of sadism in a novel – Justine) consensual BDSM, sometimes linked to prostitution, was more of a 20th Century development....

Do you feel like your relationship has become stale lately? Do you want to get to know your partner on an even deeper or more intimate level? Are you looking for something different or fun (and inexpensive) to do together on date night? As it turns out, games aren’t just for children! Couples can foster a meaningful connection with one another. Best of all? They’re easy to play, accessible to anyone, and can be used whenever you want....

Narcissists are incredibly complex creatures; on the one hand, they can be very self-involved to the point that you think they don’t even see you, and at other times they can be love bombing you so badly that you don’t know how you’ll ever get away from them. So what does a narcissist want in a relationship with such hot and cold personalities? The answer is quite simple: themselves. They want someone that makes them feel good at any cost....

What to Say to a Friend Going Through a Breakup? Anyone who has gone through a breakup knows firsthand how heartbreaking of an experience it can be. Breakups can leave behind a lot of devastation and tears, no matter if the relationship ended in a huge blowout or was an entirely amicable decision between both parties. Even if you’ve never gone through the heartbreak of ending a relationship yourself, it can still be difficult to watch as your friend is going through a breakup....

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:...

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....

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?...

He might’ve been “not into labels” or perhaps just not ready for one yet. Well, some men eventually get into the idea of committing, while others never change and keep their play mode on. At the end of the day, it is a personal choice in which none of us are entitled to intervene in. Though, it’d be good to know if there’s hope, right? When he’s ready to commit, he shows signs....

You may pause when somebody asks, “how are you.” Of course, your response depends on who you’re talking to, so you might not want to sound too serious or goofy. For example, are you texting a work contact? Then your reply should tend toward professionalism and sincerity. But what if you’re texting the girl or guy of your dreams? The classic “I’m fine, thanks for asking” is good when you don’t want to pursue the conversation much more....