Last year, I noticed a pattern in my dating life. I would meet someone, date them for approximately two months, and then, as I got to know them better, realise they weren’t actually the right fit for me. I would communicate how I felt and end things. The problem was that, on paper, these men […]
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Don’t lose your “muchness” People will often describe you as “airy-fairy” or free-spirited. They will say your head is in the clouds, and that you’re dreamy. Don’t let that embarrass you. Your imagination will take you places your practicality never could imagine. It will lead you to book flights on a whim, chase goals before
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I haven’t fallen in love in years, and I’ll tell you why. Love, to me, has always been more than just a feeling. It’s the feeling of being seen, understood, and cared for by someone who makes your heart feel light and your life easier, the kind of connection that makes you feel safe enough
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Like most people, there was a time when the thought of getting older felt uncomfortable, even frightening. From the cartoons we watch as children to the beauty standards we grow up around, ageing is often framed as something to resist. The old witch steals the youth of the beautiful princess just to feel desirable again.
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When I was a child, I dreamt of being a documentary filmmaker who would travel the world, writing stories about interesting people. I dreamt I would own a cottage with a garden and a conservatory where I would sit each morning, drink tea and read a book. I would not have an office job, but
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Lately, I’ve realised getting older is less about dramatic life changes and more about small, unexpected shifts that sneak up on you. Here are a few things no one really warns you about. Your taste buds change. My go-to breakfast used to be banana and oats. Now? I hate bananas. Hate is actually too soft
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On the 22nd of December 2025, I officially entered my late twenties. Now 27, with 3 years left until I turn 30, I feel both excited and slightly apprehensive. For as long as I can remember, I have looked forward to turning 30. Numerous women on TikTok in their thirties have promised that this is