There’s a specific kind of love that only blooms in February. The type where the effort is seasonal, the affection is performative, and the flowers are delivered right on cue because it’s February 14, and that’s what’s expected. For 24 hours, you’re flooded with the illusion of being loved and cherished. But then comes February …
Valentine’s Day is an emotional pressure cooker wrapped in pink tissue paper. Everyone’s comparing flower bouquets, romantic captions, and whether their partner “did enough.” Social media becomes a highlight reel of performative love. And if you’re dating someone, the pressure is on for both of you. But for all the hearts and hashtags, Valentine’s Day …
A toxic relationship rarely wears its toxicity on its sleeve. It creeps in quietly through small moments, subtle sacrifices, and acts of disrespect. “I’m strong. I’d never end up in something toxic.” Does that sound like a phrase you’ve ever found yourself thinking? Strength doesn’t make you immune to emotional erosion. In fact, strength makes …
Know that you’re not overdoing anything. You do need to establish a better boundary. Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling small, confused, or as though you needed to apologize for simply being there? That feeling is often your body’s first whisper saying, “Something’s not right.” But instead of listening, many of us …