Category: relationships
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The Psychology of Triangulation in Romantic Relationships
Romantic relationships are often imagined as involving two people. However, relationships are not the only part of our lives. Many of us have friends, family members, colleagues, and wider social networks. These relationships can be healthy and important parts of our lives. So why can the involvement of another person sometimes create tension within a…
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How Insecure Attachment Can Keep Us Drawn to the Wrong People
I think a lot of people have heard the saying “you attract the type of love you think you deserve“. Personally, I do believe to an extent that there are elements of truth to this, as our self-image, boundaries, and past experiences can shape how we approach dating, what we choose to tolerate, and how…
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The Psychology of Putting People on Pedestals
It’s been a few weeks since my last blog post! Over the past few weeks, I’ve been swamped writing up my master’s dissertation while also trying to make the most of the start of summer! Alongside uni, I’ve found myself reflecting more on topics like boundaries, self-image, and how we make sense of relationships with…
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The Psychology of Situationships
Following on from my recent posts on attachment, people pleasing, and modern dating psychology, I wanted to explore a topic that has become increasingly common in contemporary dating: situationships. A situationship is typically a romantic or emotionally intimate connection that exists somewhere between friendship and a committed relationship. While there may be affection, intimacy, and…
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The Psychology of Phantom Exes
Over the past few years, popular culture has become increasingly fascinated with the idea of “the one who got away.” Across films, music, social media, and modern dating discourse, certain past relationships seem to occupy an almost mythical emotional status. Some people move on quickly after relationships end, while others remain psychologically present for years,…
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The Psychology Behind Dating App Anxiety
May has been a brutal month for my master’s, and after two months of focusing on my course, we are so back! Alongside my current dissertation research, I’ve been thinking a lot about how modern dating environments interact with attachment, emotional security, and uncertainty. Introduction It’s safe to say that dating apps have transformed modern…
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The Dark Triad in Dating: Chemistry or Character?
As someone who is very passionate about relationship psychology, I’ve spent a lot of time exploring how personality traits can influence dating dynamics. While this platform focuses on personal growth through a psychological lens, understanding relationship patterns can help us make wiser choices and build healthier connections. In the modern day, it is very easy…
The Secure Perspective 