Positive Singles

Do you have a friend who says they'd take a clean kitchen over flowers any day when you'd prefer a little romance? That right there is a basic example of different love languages. We all express and receive love differently and those differences could be the reason why feelings and good intentions sometimes get lost in translation. For example, you spend weeks trying to find a partner the most amazing gift ever, but come their birthday they respond with "I would've been happy just ordering in and then snuggling up on the couch together." It's not necessarily that they're ungrateful or that you messed up. They just communicate their love differently — or have a different love language. Recognizing how you and a partner like to receive and express love could lead to more thoughtful connections and a healthy relationship — not to mention less explosive birthdays and Valentines. There are five love languages as first introduced in 1992 by marriage counselor Dr...

It's quite common to jump to conclusions when we name our zodiac signs. Automatically we assume that we, and others are, like the symbol that represents us. Is Taurus really Bull-like? Is Scorpio about to sting someone they think of as a target? In truth, yes — to a degree. We do resemble the avatar that comes with our sign somewhat. So, if we assume we are like the archetype our sign reveals, could we possibly get along with someone so... unlike us? Let's explore the zodiac compatibility of the Taurus man/Scorpio woman love match. [embedded content] RELATED: All 144 Zodiac Couples Ranked From Most To Least Compatible Will the Taurus man prove to be stubborn and clumsy? Will the Scorpio woman live up to the stereotype of being both vicious and sexually over-the-top? When we compare the general charts of these two, we come up with some very interesting notes. While we might not get how a Bull and a Scorpion could settle down and creat...

The special woman in your life knows that your love for her runs deep. The fact that you're together says it all, right? Not always. You can never get complacent or too comfortable when it comes to matters of the heart. This Valentine's Day, why not put your adoration in writing so she never has to wonder. Let her know how much she means to you every chance you get, and there's no better opportunity than February 14. Not sure or nervous about what you should write? Don't worry, use this collection of touching love quotes for her to help express your feelings. Whether you want to reiterate your red-hot attraction or profess your burning desire for an everlasting love, we've got you covered. From famous movies like The Notebook and The Princess Bride to world-renowned authors like F. Scott Fitzgerald and Virginia Woolf, we've compiled a robust list of romantic quotes that will leave your wife or girlfriend swooning. Sure, giving unique Valentine's Day gifts...

Opposites don't always attract, and that's certainly the case with Sagittarius and Capricorn zodiac signs. For one, the fiery archer is fun, spontaneous, and very go-with-the-flow, while the earthy goat is practical, career-oriented, and lives life by a strict schedule. That doesn't necessarily mean that this relationship couldn't work out, though. Sagittarius and Capricorn's zodiac compatibility has everything you need to know about this Fire and Earth sign pair. "These next-door neighbors on the zodiac wheel don't have a lot in common," astrologer Clarisse Monahan tells Bustle, "Capricorn tends to be understated and conservative, whereas Sagittarius is a freewheeling risk-taker." When they first meet, Sagittarius and Capricorn may not feel an immediate pull towards each other. Capricorn may find the archer to be a little too loud or immature, and Sagittarius may feel like the goat is a bit of a stick in the mud. Once they get to know each o...

Capitalism Is Killing Your Romantic Life By Colette Shade Relationship problems are usually considered private struggles. But from financial stress to overwork, capitalism's systemic pressures upend our romantic lives, too. There is a shortage of both time and money under capitalism, and these twin scarcities can cause serious problems for sex and relationships. (Oziel Gomez / Unsplash) ...

Megan Richardson and Gretchen Tiernan were on opposing teams when they first met—playing college basketball for Cal State University, Fullerton and University of the Pacific, respectively—but they were destined to be teammates in life. It began casually. "It was one of those, 'Hey, tell your friend I said what's up!' moments," the couple shares. "Very quickly, it was something that we would move mountains to make happen. We dated for two years before we officially got together. We were living eight hours apart and on completely different schedules." Suddenly, Gretchen's career brought her to Los Angeles, where Megan was finishing college, and everything fell into place.  The two became partners not just in life, but in business. They co-founded Sand Spa, and the enterprise became the foundation for a perfect proposal in September 2018. "I surprised Megan by recruiting our PR team," Gretchen remembers. "We planned an ...