Bertha Isabel Crombet, PhD

Why 3 Squeezes Means "I Love You" When You're Holding Hands

Plus, what it means when someone squeezes your hand 4 times There are tons of non-verbal ways to communicate how much you care about your significant other. Maybe doing acts of service is your love language, or buying th...

How to Act Like a Girlfriend and Not a Wife (and Why It Matters)

What to do and say if you want to stay in the girlfriend categoryWhen you’re in a relationship with someone amazing, you’re probably striving to be the best partner you can be. However, being too involved in your par...

What to Do & Say on a First Date to Make a Great Impression

A girl's guide to being the best she can be on a first dateFirst dates can be equal parts exciting and terrifying. You want to impress your date, but still relax, have a good time, and allow your personality to shine thr...

Why People Smile Awkwardly & How to Smile More Naturally

Explore common reasons behind the dreaded cringey smile We’ve all been there: you find yourself in an uncomfortable situation and you want to respond in a pleasant way, but that ultimately results in the socially-conde...

120+ Deep & Respectful Breakup Texts

End your relationship with honesty and empathyBreakups can be some of the most painful experiences we endure. Often, you’re not just mourning the loss of a spouse but of a friend, partner, roommate, and, of course, the...

Can You Be Friends with Your Ex? How to Decide if You Should

The best way to approach a post-breakup friendship After a relationship ends and your ex goes back to being a stranger, the shift can feel unimaginably painful. Some people try to stay friends with their ex—but is it a...

How to Check If Someone you Know is on Facebook Dating

Everything you need to know about Facebook Dating's privacy policies Whether you’re new to the dating scene or have a sneaking suspicion that your partner might be trying to test the dating waters online, checking to s...

Who's Most Compatible in the Chinese Zodiac?

Find your perfect match according to the ancient Chinese zodiacThe Chinese Zodiac is a version of our Western astrology and has been around for thousands of years. If you know your Chinese zodiac sign, you might be wonde...

What to Say to Someone Who’s Expecting: 50+ Touching Well Wishes

Congratulate a friend, colleague, or family member on their pregnancy Hearing the news that a friend or family member is pregnant is a cause for celebration. Preparing for parenthood is an exciting and nerve-wracking adv...

90+ Best Messages to Congratulate New Parents & Welcome a Baby Girl

Best tips to craft the perfect baby card message Welcoming a baby girl into the world is such a joyous and momentous occasion. Sending the new parents a card or message is such a thoughtful idea, but how do you find the ...

Expert Tips for Handling Your Partner's Bad Tattoo

Tips for communicating about your partner’s questionable inkGetting a tattoo is a big decision, and not one that most people take lightly. If your partner comes home with a new tattoo out of the blue and you aren’t a...

How to Tell Someone Not to Come Over Who Keeps Inviting Themselves

Establish and maintain healthy boundaries with an over-eager pal If you're starting to feel overwhelmed by people who invite themselves over, you have the power to turn them down politely and set boundaries. Whether it�...

Who Are the Best and Worst Matches for an ESTJ?

Plus, tips to maximize your potential with every Myers-Briggs type Organized, logical, and dependable, ESTJs make excellent long term partners. But which Myers-Briggs type is their soulmate, and which matches are just s...

Never Had a Girlfriend? Reasons Why You’re Single + How to Find a GF

Dating coaches share how to meet girls online & IRLIt’s perfectly normal to be a little nervous about finding a girlfriend if you’ve never had one. Perhaps you’re trying to put yourself out there for the first time...

How to Flirt with a Guy over Video Chat

Surefire ways to get him hooked over FaceTimeRecent studies show that around 27% of engaged couples met online. Considering the growing popularity of dating apps, video calls have become the new pre-date place to flirt. ...

How to Get a Sagittarius Man to Forgive You & Come Back

Follow these steps to repair your relationship with your Sagittarius man If you’ve had a fight with a Sagittarius man, you’re probably scrambling to apologize and make amends. Luckily, those born under the sun sign ...

How to Be Happy Without a Romantic Partner

Learn to let go of relationship insecurities and live your best lifeWhen you’re single, it can often feel like everyone around you is coupled up and you’re the constant third wheel. However, the path to finding a par...

Here’s What the Saying “Happy Wife, Happy Life” Really Means

Plus, learn why the phrase could be problematic Whether you’re married, dating, or single, you’ve probably heard the phrase “happy wife, happy life.” But what does this phrase mean, exactly? And how true is it, i...

Best Insults for Your Bitter Ex After a Breakup

What to say to get under your ex’s skin Your heart is broken, and there’s one person to blame—your ex. It’s totally normal to want to insult your ex after a breakup, especially if they hurt you a lot. If you rea...

Is “It’s Not You, It’s Me” Ever True?

The truth behind the common breakup phrase Ending a romantic relationship is always difficult, whether it’s mutual or not. It’s hard to know what the right thing to say is, especially if nobody did anything wrong. I...