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I DO NOT have a problem with interracial dating. I have a problem with people who date interacially for the WRONG REASONS. Below are some of the reasons. I believe a person should date someone because they genuinely like...

Yes, wom e n. Because why have one woman crush when you can have multiple women crush(es)? Plus who doesn't want to admire some pretty ladies? I'll list four of my women crushes for each Wednesday in January: My...

Oh my gosh, has it happened already? Ever since reaching the age of 25, I've always thought, "Wow, I am close to 30". But never did I think those years would wind itself down so fast. What's the difference between 27, 28,...

Here is a story about schizophrenia. It is to show awareness and provide information. I am not making light of a mentall illness and I suggest you don't either. My clock ticks away every second while I lay in bed and...

Seriously... why is it called win ter? It should be called LOSEter, because nobody wins in the winter. Nobody. I promise. It doesn't happen. The worst part is you would think after 23.5 years of living in a state that...

Canceled date. Oh no, where do I go from here? You've had a good amount of conversational exchange with this person. You've laid out the outfit you plan to wear for tonight. The location of where you both will meet...

*inhales deeply* 👃🏽 YES, I am dedicating an entire myTake JUST to these highly alluring oil and chemical compositions formulated to compel our nasal functions into a state of utter weakness and fascination, wherein...

Trying to think of something thoughtful to give to a special someone? Here are some ideas. Mixed CD Mixed CDs are fun, personalized gifts that can be given to a significant other, friend, or family member. Add music that...

You see a women in a major argument with her husband (something that can potentially escalate into violence). Do you speak up or let them handle their business on their own?? For all you know that woman could be in an...

It's funny but I see a common theme for when a girl texts verses when a guy does it. Even when they both like each other. A girl would camp by her phone, checking her messages almost obsessively for the guy's answer. When...

Just like it happens with every big day when we are all encouraged to interact with certain people in a certain way, some people love Valentine's Day, some hate it, while some others are just indifferent about it. Their...

Since its summer here (for me at least and whoever can relate for this time of the year)and January is among the hottest months and VERY HOT...we should be aware of what precaustions we should take to deal with this...

1. FIND OUT IF HE HAS A GIRLFRIEND/BOYFRIEND This is really important if you don't want to get hurt. Try to find out right away so you don't get attached or anything. 2. HAVE MORE THAN ONE CRUSH If you have multiple...

Breakups can be very painful and time consuming. Sometimes, it’s hard to imagine that you’ll ever feel better. So, what do you do? You can hate it if you want or wish it wasn’t happening. It is completely okay for you to...

Personally, I have been struggling with depression for about two years now. Although not many people know, those who do are trying to help. Little do they know, they make it worse. 1. Waking up in the morning (or in...

This week we'd like to acknowledge an Editor who has been posting very original content, colored with highly engaging visuals. Congrats justbanANNAz justbanANNAz's choice of "gender communication/issues" topics, creative...

The media has often portrayed green tea to have a seemingly infinite number of health benefits. "Lose weight by drinking two cups a day!" "Green tea burns fat!" "Prevent cancer by drinking tea!" blah blah blah. Sure,...

Although women find themselves turned on by the decent looks some men may possess, we are a bit more complicated in what drives us wild about a man. In other words, the route of sexual arousal is completely different for...

The drugs that should be illegal are completely illegal, and that's a good thing. Even still though, the war on drugs is slowly fizzing away, while people are pushing for lesser sentences for non violent criminals with...

Valentine's Day is a special time of the year for couples. Huge companies push the flowers, cards, teddy bears, and chocolates, but it is much simpler then this. Women want to be cared for and appreciated. Show her you...