How to date when you’re not interested in a casual relationship?
Dating is hard enough, but what if you’re looking for a serious relationship? It can be difficult enough to navigate dating apps, first dates and texting etiquette, but it’s even more complicated when there’s a seemingly endless sea of people looking for one-night-stands, hookups, friends with benefits (FWB), polyamorous people (if you aren’t into that) or people in relationships who are outright cheating. In this article, I will share from experience what to look out for and what to avoid, with practical advice and tips. Tip 1: Know what you’re looking for It may seem like an open door, but it’s always important to think of what you want…
How to tell your date about your therapist?
When you meet someone new, it’s only natural to show the best version of yourself. As you get to know each other better, it’s natural that you get to know each other better and deeper, maybe subjects that are more difficult to talk about, come up. But how do you proceed dating someone when you have a therapist and you feel ashamed about it? When is the right time to tell your date, and how do you bring the news? In this article, I will explain the why, when, and how of telling your date about your therapist. I’ll answer the following questions: Why: why should you tell your date?…
How do you worry less about money?
As an overthinker, I know how difficult it can be to worry less. I often found myself worrying at the start or the end of the month, even if I had enough money to make it through the month, and could even save money. Even if you’re not in financial peril, you can still have anxiety about your finances. In this article, I will share my best advice on how to worry less about money. Have a budget, but don’t micromanage It’s always a good idea to have a general idea of how much money comes in and how much money goes out. In most banking apps, you can see…
What’s the difference between loving someone and being in love?
You’ve been together with your partner for a while now, and you start to wonder if it’s actually love or not. Maybe you don’t feel fireworks every time you meet, and it’s not like a ray of sunshine hits their face whenever you look at them. How do you know you’ve transitioned from being in love to loving someone? How do you know the difference? In this article, I will explain the signs to look out for if you want to know if you’re in love, or loving them. 1: You no longer get nervous when you two meet One clear sign that you’re still in the “in love” stage…
How do you deal with a (wo)mansplaining coworker?
Suppose you’re a (young) woman. In that case, you probably have already dealt with this, when a (usually male) coworker feels the need to belittle you, explain things that you already know and overall seem to have an undeserved air of superiority when you talk to them. Many men seem allergic to the term “mansplaining” and will at any given moment, fiercely proclaim that they would never do that and then explain to you what mansplaining is (unknowingly giving a perfect demonstration). But how do you deal with mansplaining (or womansplaining, if it’s from a woman) at the workplace? In this article, I will advise you on how to deal…
How do you deal with extroverted colleagues?
Do you ever dread going to the office, because you know it will be busy? Do you feel like you can’t finish your work because all your colleagues are talkative and like to socialise during work hours? As an introverted overthinker, you may find it difficult to deal with extroverted colleagues, who value personal connections above finishing their work. Working closely together with an extroverted colleague can be even more challenging than just being in the office together. In this article, I will share the best tips on how to deal with extroverted colleagues at your job. Tip 1: Small talk matters As an introverted overthinker (sounds like a prize-winning…
How to divide your time when you’re in a relationship
When you’re in a relationship, it can often feel like you’re juggling too many things at once. Dedicating time to your partner and your relationship is important, but how do you balance your schedule when you also have other obligations such as work and school, friends, family, your own household, hobbies, sports and sleeping enough? In this article, I will give advice on how to divide your time specifically when you’re in a relationship. Tip 1: Make a To-do-list for the week Making a to-do list may sound daunting or completely overdone, but it really helped me keep track of my appointments, what I wanted to do that week and…
How do you not feel lonely when you live alone?
When I moved out of my parent’s house, I thought living alone would be great. No more queueing for the bathroom, choosing what I have for dinner every evening, coming home whenever I want to. Even though I have always valued my alone time and need it to energize, I was surprised to feel lonely. In this article, I share my best advice on not feeling lonely when you live alone. Tip 1: Make your home feel like home When I moved out, I was still a student and didn’t have an endless budget to buy fancy furniture or kitchen appliances. Still, you don’t need a well-stocked bank account to…
5 good first-date ideas and 5 ideas to avoid
Planning a first date can be a daunting task. Chances are you don’t know your date that well yet, so what are good possible date ideas where you can get to know each other better and avoid awkward silences? In this article, I will list 5 date ideas you should avoid and the best 5 date ideas you can replace them with. Avoid: Walk in the park, replace with: Picnic in the park Why you shouldn’t go for walks in the park: Why a picnic in the park makes for a better date idea: Avoid: Bowling, replace with: Minigolf Reasons why bowling is a bad idea: Why you should opt…
How to be happier and more satisfied with your job?
No matter how much you like your job, there will be times when you wake up in the morning and don’t feel like going to work. As an overthinker, you might struggle with overthinking before, after or even during work hours. Is this really what I want to do, aren’t there any better jobs out there, what if I miss out on prospects by working here? In this article, I will advise how you can be happier and more satisfied with your current job and deal with overthinking. Tip 1: Focus on quick wins On a day-to-day basis, you might feel like you can’t see the forest for the trees.…
