Sambuca The Bad Sambuca 

Sambuca: The Bad

The man was practically perfect in every way… until he wasn’t. Then, we came to The Bad. Sigh. It’s a tale as old as time, isn’t it? I put these men up on pedestals, setting expectations far too high (for them, not me,) only to have all of my hopes dashed. This chapter of the Sambuca story contains more ups and downs than the Big One at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, so I hope you’re buckled in tight!

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Sex Tips 

The Smart & Safe Guide to Sending Nudes (22 Tips)

There comes a point in many a relationship where the heat turns up and, well, the chat gets a little flirty. They might start talking about sending nudes… but you’re not really sure what that means or what to do about it. Thankfully, ya girl (that’s me) is here to explain everything, including the law, how to send nudes as safely as possible, and what obliging that request really could mean for your future. Are you ready? Sitting comfortably? Let’s begin…

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Dating Sex 

Re-Virginity

After five years of very much unwanted celibacy, it almost feels like I’m re-losing my virginity whenever I ponder the prospect of having sex again. I’m going to call it my re-virginity. I mean, I know it’s not losing my virginity again, because I am the absolute opposite of a virgin, but the nerves, anxieties, questions, and anticipation are all the same. The thought of standing in front of another person and taking my clothes off, letting them see everything about me, fills me with a sense of panic. My…

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What is the Love Bombing Cycle Dating Advice 

What is the Love Bombing Cycle?

Love bombing: a charming, somewhat insidious phenomenon that starts with roses, poetry, and grand declarations of devotion, only to veer into the realm of manipulation faster than you can say “red flag.” So, what exactly is the love bombing cycle, and why does it often leave its recipients more frazzled than flattered? Let’s unravel this overly enthusiastic display of affection together, shall we?

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Why Did I Get Soft Ghosted Dating Advice 

Why Did I Get Soft Ghosted?

A reader sent in the following question, so I figured it was the perfect time to answer it: “Why did I get soft ghosted after a few months of talking?” Soft ghosting, in case you weren’t aware, is a really shitty move that’s seen as less shitty than full-on ghosting. Rather than cutting all communication suddenly, out of nowhere, like with regular ghosting, soft ghosting is a slow fade-out, of sorts.

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The No-Crap Guide to Love Bombing Dating Advice 

The No-Crap Guide to Love Bombing

Love bombing might sound like an explosion of romance, but it’s often anything but. Behind the grand gestures, constant attention, and declarations of undying love, there can be a hidden agenda of manipulation. This no-crap guide to love bombing cuts through the fluff and gets straight to the facts – helping you spot the signs, understand the impact, and protect yourself from falling into this emotional trap.

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