Pussy hats are pink knitted caps with ears like a pussy cat that were being handed out freely at the Women's March. They were knitted by volunteers around the world, collected, and distributed to marchers to “make a unique, collective visual statement which will help activists be better heard.” They are THE BOMB. I, unfortunately, could not make it to any marches, but as soon … [Read more...]
No One Can Fuck with You
I saw a freaking awesome Youtube video about how to be so at peace with yourself that people can't bother you. You can't be fucked with. It's called Three Ways to be Unfuckwithable, and it's a presentation by Vishen Lakhiani. I'll embed it below. So what does all this have to do with relationships, Jovie? I'm glad you asked. All three of these elements effect … [Read more...]
Let’s Talk Oxytocin
Let's Talk Oxytocin. What is oxytocin? It's that special "love hormone" our brains release that helps us feel more bonded to one another. Why do I want to talk about it? Well, you want your significant other to feel bonded to you, right? To feel attached? Doing things that increase her (and your) oxytocin levels is one key to strengthening that bond. Several years back, … [Read more...]
Confidence
Confidence is Sexy A male friend of mine let me in on the secret dating advice he gave to his son. He told his son a man only needs to do two things to win over a girl: Be confident Make her laugh. My response was, “That's … very true.” It's very generic advice, but it's so freaking true! Confidence and a sense of humor are major attractants. (Although … [Read more...]
What To Do When She Flakes
What To Do When She Bails on You Are you dating someone who backs out of social engagements at the last minute? Your mom is coming over, and suddenly your live-in girlfriend needs to run to town for something, anything. You made dinner reservations, and at the last minute, your girl says she's not hungry or she'd rather eat at home. Your friend's having a party, the girl … [Read more...]