Psychology, relationships, and the things we rarely say out loud.

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  • Why You Replay Every Conversation After You Get Home

    Why You Replay Every Conversation After You Get Home

    Sometimes I get home from a lovely evening and start looking for the part I ruined. I’m learning to remember the laughter, too.

  • Why You Keep Checking If They Viewed Your Story

    Why You Keep Checking If They Viewed Your Story

    Sometimes you are not checking who viewed your story. You are checking whether one specific person still notices you, remembers you, or cares.

  • Why You Miss Someone Who Was Never Consistent

    Why You Miss Someone Who Was Never Consistent

    You know they were inconsistent. Some days, they made you feel wanted. Other days, you stared at your phone wondering if you had done something wrong. Sometimes they replied in minutes.Sometimes they disappeared. Sometimes they talked about seeing you again.Sometimes they acted like you were asking for too much just by wanting clarity. You remember…

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