Tag: boundaries
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Why Tho? When a 20-Year Friendship Is sidelined by a Controlling Partner
Introduction: Why this topic resonates Longstanding friendships are built on shared memories, trust, and a sense of safety. When a romantic relationship becomes controlling, it can push a close friend to the margins—even after two decades of camaraderie. If you’re wondering, “Why Tho?” or how a partner can influence a long-standing bond, you’re not alone.…
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Why Tho? A 20-Year Friendship Lost to a Controlling Girlfriend
Why Tho? When a 20-Year Bond Is Tested Friendships that span decades become a living archive of shared memories, inside jokes, and mutual support. But what happens when a partner enters the picture and one friend starts prioritizing control over connection? This column explores a painful, common scenario: a near two-decade friendship frayed or ended…
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Why Tho? Navigating a Controlling Relationship and Friendship
Understanding the Strain Friendships evolve as life changes, but a long-standing bond can be incredibly resilient—until a controlling relationship steps in. When one partner begins to dictate how others are seen or how time is spent, it doesn’t just affect the couple; it ripples through friendships as well. You may notice subtle shifts: quiet dinners…
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Why We Cancel Plans So Often and How to Break the Pattern
Why Do We Keep Canceling Plans? If you’ve ever watched a WhatsApp thread go quiet as the week wears on, you’re not alone. Canceling plans — especially midweek dinners or after-work meetups — has become a social habit for many. The pattern isn’t just about laziness or bad time management. It’s rooted in psychology, social…
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Foolproof Ways to Stop Infidelity: Practical Wisdom for Rebuilding Trust
Introduction: Turning heartbreak into actionable strategy Infidelity is a painful breach that can shake the foundations of a relationship. While every situation is unique, there are proven approaches couples can use to reduce risk, repair trust, and create a healthier dynamic. This article distills practical, evidence-informed methods that focus on communication, boundaries, accountability, and emotional…
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Why BamBam Avoids Deeply Spiritual Roles in Nollywood
Introduction: A strategic stance in Nollywood In the bustling world of Nollywood, performers often juggle a spectrum of roles to showcase range and versatility. Bamike Adenibuyan, popularly known as BamBam, a former Big Brother Naija star and now a prominent Nollywood actress, has publicly shared a personal boundary she maintains on screen: she deliberately avoids…
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Social Media Stress: How Online Platforms Impact Real-Life Tension
Understanding the Real-Life Toll of Social Media Social media has woven itself into everyday life, shaping how we communicate, learn, and entertain ourselves. Yet the same platforms that offer connection can also introduce persistent stress into our daily routines. From constant notifications to carefully curated feeds, the online world can spill into real-life emotions, sleep,…
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How Social Media Can Trigger Real-Life Stress and What to Do About It
Understanding the Link Between Social Media and Stress Social media platforms have become an integral part of daily life, shaping how we communicate, learn, and entertain ourselves. But as usage climbs, so does the potential for stress. The very features that make social media appealing—instant feedback, endless comparisons, and the curated highlight reels of others’…
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The Living Hell of an Apartment Renovation: A Personal Wake-Up Call
Introduction: A Glimpse Into the Disruption Renovations promise a refreshed space, but for many, they arrive as an uninvited disruption that unsettles more than the walls. The experience I recently endured felt less like a home improvement and more like a marathon of sleepless mornings, compromised privacy, and a constant sense of vulnerability. The dozen…
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How an Open Marriage Works: Deepa Paul’s Polyamory Playbook
Introduction: A memoir that answers the questions about open relationships Polyamory, commonly called an open relationship, is the practice of consensual non-monogamy. In places like the Philippines, where divorce remains complicated, the topic can feel controversial. Deepa Paul, a Filipina-Indian author based in Amsterdam, has explored this terrain in her memoir, Ask Me How It…