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Modern Dating

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Image by Pixabay Dating is tougher now compared to in the past because it is hard to stand out in a bigger pool of options. The globalised dating scene also offers multiple opportunities and possibilities. Before proceeding, make sure that getting married and settled down is what you want before dating. If that is not your end goal, then don't date. It will save you and the involved party the heartbreak and time. To avoid being overwhelmed by the paradox of choice, one should firstly mind your own lane. Stop comparing yourself to others or getting pressured into doing activities you are uncomfortable with to build a certain attractive persona. There are charming and deceitful people out there who will go all out to achieve their selfish gains. Some may even lie about their beliefs to develop their reputation and gain your trust. Keep your eyes wide open and observe if what they do matches what they say. Lies do not build trust. 1. Be comfortable with yourself. Work on embracing sin...

The Anti-Small Talk Workshop - Letters from Esther Perel

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February 10, 2021 Letters from Esther “Grief and Growth: The New Questions That Help Us Create Closeness Now”  My responses to her questions: In a post-Covid world of social distancing, do we feel socially distant? For me, yes. When you’re longing to socialise, what are you specifically longing for? Physical presence and emotional assurance that we are in this together. What other emotions come up for you? Feelings of insecurity of being unloved, unheard, unfelt and insignificant. When you’re feeling antisocial, what aspects of socialising are you looking to avoid? The energy drain from empathising with someone else or listening to a long rant. Usually, this state is a result of physical exhaustion. What other emotions come up for you? Frustration that I am not allowed to rest. When people ask you “how are you doing?” what do you say? I'm alright. I've been busy working. What do you wish you could say? I am thankful to God for my work although at times I do feel unmotivated a...