I wake up every day next to warm skin, even when it’s cold; soothing eyes, even when it’s dark; and a gentle smile that begins to ask me how my sleep was, even before it opens. A body I know. […]
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Do you feel like you’re always putting your needs on the back burner in romantic partnerships? If so, then it might be time for you to start practicing self-advocacy in relationships. Self-advocacy requires specific communication skills that you can learn, […]
We constantly hear that fighting is normal and relationship fights can be very healthy. But does every couple really need to fight? Here’s what I think: it’s healthy to disagree. It’s normal to argue about said disagreements. Conflict – […]
Setting relationship boundaries is hard when you don’t know where to start. These 15 questions help you figure out what you’re okay with — and what you’re not — so you can communicate it clearly.
If your relationship is feeling frustrating and stale – or you’re looking for a fun, easy way to bond – or you’re just bored right now – it may be the perfect time to look back, reflect, and celebrate your […]
Almost everyone knows that it’s important prioritize yourself at times (e.g. you know the whole “put your breathing mask on before helping others” analogy). But why does looking out for yourself and asking for what you want feel so much […]
Honesty is one thing, but can your relationship handle uncomfortable questions that call for awkward, surprising, or downright brutal honesty? As you may know, here at Same New Love, we are all about transparency, exploration, and continuous renewal. That often […]
“Be honest” is something you have probably been told to do since you were a child. The irony is that no one really tells you how to be honest or what honesty truly means in practice. Sure, it sounds simple: “tell […]
Being in love is great, isn’t it? You get to talk to your lover about hopes, dreams, sex, fantasies, goals, desires, and all sorts of wonderful things. But oh yeah – you also have to talk about money. If you’ve […]
If you’re thinking about combining finances with your partner, but grew up with the idea that it is better to be “hush hush” about money, these questions should help facilitate the discussion between you and your partner before you make […]
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