Love Without Limits: Dating With Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Was it because I now had a chronic illness? Talk about a punch to the gut. So many of us with Crohns disease and ulcerative colitis are diagnosed prior to finding our person. At 21-years-old, I immediately felt like my Crohns was a scarlet letter and that I was unlovable. Despite all the medications I was on, this was the toughest pill to swallow. But still, there were some bad apples along the way....

May 31, 2024 · 2 min · 383 words · Joseph Calderon

The Phoenix Within: A Journey of Survival And Self-Discovery

I was never a fighter, not that I wouldnt, but because I could not. Although parasitic in nature, bullies counter their vulnerability in numbers. They travel in packs to ensure their survival. These traumas and nightmares would lead me into an addiction to meth and a diagnosis of HIV. Being a swimmer and water polo player, underwater breathing exercises helped my body train for different competitions. One exercise required me to hold my breath for two lengths of the pool while being completely submerged....

May 31, 2024 · 2 min · 286 words · Megan Hobbs

Your Soulmate Will Never Do These 6 Toxic Things (But A Narcissist Will)

What does it really mean to meet a soulmate? And how does it differ from being in a toxic relationship with a narcissist? Here are six things your soulmate will never do, but a narcissist will, according to an expert. The Notebook | Amazon Prime By Updated 10 months ago,July 3, 2024 Make your life more chaotic and painful. Your truesoulmatebrings more peace, love, and joy into your life not endless pain....

May 31, 2024 · 3 min · 442 words · Jeffrey Mercado

7 Futuristic Sci-Fi Movies That Actually Predicted The Future

Like it or not, these sci fi movies' predictions for the future have already come true. In other words, you could now spend time with AI living versions of your loved ones. It sounded eerily familiar to me. Minority Report / The Matrix Then I realized that the same thing happened in theBlack Mirrorepisode Be Right Back. Minority Report(2002) This movie is underrated! Its also Steven Spielberg firing on all cylinders, serving sleek action scene realness....

May 30, 2024 · 2 min · 241 words · Deborah Yu

The 11 Best True Crime TV Shows, Ranked

Need your fill of true crime TV shows? Here are the 11 best, ranked. While the legality of these series can sometimes get murky, that might be part of the allure. The Shrink Next Door / The Dropout So weve decided to rank 11 of our favorites. Dr. Death (2021) Inspired by the podcast of the same name,Dr. This version simply retells the story without adding much context to the characters motives or feelings....

May 30, 2024 · 2 min · 234 words · Jason Torres

10 Lessons On Love And Friendship From Penelope And Colin in ‘Bridgerton’ Season 3

In Bridgerton Season 3, Penelope and Colin’s friendship lays the foundation for a lasting romance. BridgertonSeason 3 finally brings us the heart-melting romance between Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton. Unlike the previous seasons enemies-to-lovers couples, these two transform their childhood friendship into a beautiful romance. Netflix A close friendship can become a strong foundation for romance. Penelope and Colins friendship is the real secret to their fairytale romance. Theyve spent years getting to know each others quirks and building trust....

May 29, 2024 · 3 min · 558 words · Jared Williamson DDS

Is ‘Baby Reindeer’ Anti-Feminist?

There’s no denying that Baby Reindeer is masterful, but is it anti-feminist at the same time? Darrien takes advantage of Donnys vulnerability as a failing comedian and takes him under his wing. And yet, many viewers have fixated on Martha instead. Baby Reindeer / Netflix If Baby Reindeer followed a female victim, the world may have had a different reaction. The world andBaby Reindeers creators are seemingly just as obsessed with Marthas story as she was with Donny....

May 29, 2024 · 2 min · 330 words · Elizabeth Mcbride

6 Things Only Strong, Hyper-Independent Women Will Understand

Here are some behaviors and traits you may only understand if youre a hyper-independent woman. You have trouble asking for help and trusting others. But when it comes to asking for help yourself or trusting someone to lend a helping hand? Look Studio You have a bit too much pride. Its important to strike a balance between problem-solving and seeking out safe connections and resources. You deserve the same compassion you give to others so freely....

May 28, 2024 · 2 min · 264 words · Tonya Hartman

Bridgerton Season 3 Is Queer – But Not For The Reason You Think

But where is it? Related: Have we ever seen her standing? Thats not to say that Season 3 isnt beat for the gods. Bridgerton / Netflix There are just enough close-ups of Penelopes heaving breasts. (Does she need an inhaler?) There are also lovely shots of Penelope and Colin collapsing onto beds dramatically. We have receipts, though! So, did we all miss something? Well, you see, Season 3 is queerer than you think....

May 28, 2024 · 2 min · 329 words · David Owens

Empathic People Never Do These 4 Things In Relationships (But Psychopaths Do)

Four things empathic people never do in relationships - but psychopaths will, according to an expert. In most healthy relationships, there is a natural sense of reciprocity. For example, psychopaths tend to lead parasitic lifestyles, so they may leech off the resources of others. Jacob Lund Maybe they need the illusion of normalcy, and marriage with you fulfills that need. Engaging inmind gamesand provoking chaos even when the relationship seems to be going well....

May 28, 2024 · 2 min · 254 words · Shirley Gonzalez

11 Life Lessons From ‘You’ve Got Mail’ That Still Hit Over 25 Years Later

It’s been over 25 years since You’ve Got Mail and the technology is the only thing out-of-date. Falling in love online? But this rom-com classic, even though now absolutely riddled with outdated technology, is still a gem. Warner Bros. In fact, there are still things you could learn from the classic all these years later. Accept that online dating is a perfectly valid option for falling in love. Okay, we all know that Tinder sucks....

May 27, 2024 · 4 min · 750 words · Jennifer Peters

‘Se7en’ Fans Have Found A Crazy Mandela Effect–Is Your Memory Wrong About This Iconic Scene?

How could we all remember the most memorable scene of Seven all wrong? Honestly, its aged so well it could have come out last year. But with time, some of our memories may be playing tricks on us. New Line Cinema The most iconic scene of the movie has some fans scratching their heads on a rewatch.Spoilers ahead! Whats in the Box? Se7enhas a serial killer setting up his victims to match each of the seven deadly sins....

May 26, 2024 · 2 min · 397 words · Derrick Anderson

The 20 Best Psychological Thriller Movies of All Time — And Where to Watch Them

Here are the twenty best psychological thrillers of all time, and where to watch them. By Updated 10 months ago,June 26, 2024 Psychological thrillers are filled with diversity. Memory gaps, hallucinations, and the effects of trauma are also often illuminated in such plots. Black Swan Inception What if you could enter peoples dreams and uncover the secrets of their subconscious? Will and his wife Kira are invited by his ex-wife to a dinner party....

May 25, 2024 · 2 min · 250 words · Colleen Moreno