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Managing my Emotions & Expectations While Dating Someone

February 22, 2020February 22, 2020 Lajanee C0 comment

I talk a lot about serial dating. Mostly, it’s about not being overly invested. Up until a few months ago, I didn’t like anyone enough to invest anythang. But then, I met a man who I really vibed with & put my boundaries to the true test. We vibe and enjoy each other. For the most part, it’s a fairly easy interaction. Don’t get me wrong, we’ve had a disagreement here or there, but we both believe in open and honest communication, which is half the battle. Here we are,…

Kicking the Valentine’s Day Blues

February 1, 2020February 3, 2020 JanetMichelle0 comment

Kicking the Valentine’s Day Blues was the ultimate game changer and set the tone for how I approached love demonstrations. Typically on this day we are bombarded with images of couples deeply in love. People receiving huge bouquets of flowers at their job and expensive gifts. If you don’t have some one doing this for you then it is easy to start feeling left out. Trust me been there done that. However, my perspective changed regarding how I viewed Valentine’s Day and the celebration of it. Thanks to my older…

Abusive Partner Red Flags: Recognizing Them Early Can Save Your Life

January 7, 2020January 6, 2020 JanetMichelle0 comment

Healthy relationships are indeed a beautiful thing. Once you experience one you can’t do anything but shake your head at the thought of all of the not so healthy ones you entertained. October is Domestic Violence Awareness month, so I want to take a moment and discuss some abusive partner red flags. Recognizing them early can save your life. Dysfunction will have you thinking that certain behaviors are normal, when in fact they are not. Relationships can and do get complicated from time to time. So, the occasional argument or…

10 Signs That You Have Lost Your Sense of Self Love In A Relationship

January 5, 2020January 6, 2020 JanetMichelle0 comment

10 signs that you have lost your sense of self love in a relationship, some of the signs are subtle, but not all of the. Everyone moves differently in relationships. One thing is certain though, someone is always paying attention. Often times it’s because of others that we realize we have fallen off and begun to neglect ourselves. 1. Your compromise makes you question your character. You’re doing things that were once non-negotiables for you, but they won’t do the same for you. 2. You accept open disrespect. Paying more…

Sexologist Talks Love, Intimacy and Heating things up in the Bedroom

November 12, 2019November 11, 2019 JanetMichelle0 comment

Jack and Jill Adult Store hosted, board certified sexologist, Susan Ruth Freedman of A New Tomorrow Counseling. Yup you read it right, but don’t judge me. Read the entire story. Now, I’ll be honest I didn’t know what to expect. However, I can say that I’m glad I attended. Get your minds out of the gutter it wasn’t that type of party… LOL. Those in attendance were treated to a bag filled with goodies along with a $50 gift card to the store. During our 45 minute session, Susan covered…