“True love comes quietly, without banners or flashing lights. If you hear bells, get your ears checked.” — Erich Segal — My friend is living her best relationship. There is this one thing missing, though. He won't say I love you. She’s yearning to hear these three magical words, but her boyfriend isn’t obliging. He’s caring and kind, reliable and supportive, funny and uncontrollably cute — in her eyes — loyal…

And I cannot kick the habit. — My back hurts as I type this piece. It always does the day after. Our moments together — or love-making sessions, as he calls them — are the most passionate, sweet and hot, most attentive sex I’ve had in my life. It’s fireworks, multiple orgasms, or small deaths as the…

Working on healthier habits, aspiring writer the rest of the time. I’m a better person on hair wash days. — Writes is obviously not my real name. I want to be as authentic, honest and vulnerable in my writing as I possibly can, without having to worry if potential employers or colleagues read my posts. I’m still finding my voice here on Medium. I write about experiences that taught me…

This case is captivating— and it’s not because they’re famous. — My first reaction was, I’m not going to engage in this tabloid drama turned live-streaming courtroom TV show. I thought it was out of taste. Then curiosity got the best of me. Ten hours in, I admit it’s a captivating case. I no longer see two celebrities fighting for money. …

Why you deserve self-care—and how to deliver it — I’ve been a self-sabotage queen. Correction. I’ve been the self-sabotage queen. Been doing it for so long that I can teach it in uni. I can give Tedex talks about it. For years I wasn't conscious of it. It was a medley of voices I heard in my early days…

Decision #3 I became a dog mom — Do you sometimes wonder what if you’d never met that girl in high school who’s turned out to be your lifetime bestie? What if you’d never met this man who became the father of your children? What if you’d said no to that job offer? …

A lot of dangerous fantasies are proposed as a recipe for successful dating. Think for yourself. ⁣ — Dating is hard. So a lot of people are seeking advice to navigate today’s dating scene. Next to the well-established and profitable dating apps business, there is a booming dating coach/dating advice business. Nothing wrong with that right? Well, yes, if you choose wisely. As with any other booming market…

Gain awareness of the cues you’re sending out and enjoy happier and healthier dating. — By now you’ve probably read dozens of articles about the red flags you should look out for at the beginning of a relationship. You might even have written a story or two about it yourself. I know I have. And there’s nothing wrong with that. Reflection on the cues that…

The story of how I hustled a hustler and made 1 euro. — I was looking for a threesome. He was after some quick cash. The first time I saw him, I couldn’t see his face. But I could see perfectly well other parts of his body and the sexy blonde who was caressing them. …