How Many Pennies Will You Pick Up in Your Marriage?

How Many Pennies Will You Pick Up in Your Marriage?

When I was a senior in college, my boyfriend and I committed to picking up all the loose change we found and collecting it in one big jar. This was from 1994 to 1995. By the summer of 1995, we had collected $128.47. We attended a wedding that summer and paid for the weekend trip with our found money (and at age 22, this felt amazing). Not surprisingly, much of the change was pennies.

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Tinder's new "Blind Date" feature -- Will it help with authentic connections?

Tinder's new "Blind Date" feature -- Will it help with authentic connections?

In the past 6 months or so, the dating app Tinder, known for its particularly superficial approach to dating, has been expanding their user options for getting to know each other. This week, Tinder rolled out their new “Blind Date” feature, where instead of swiping left or right primarily based on someone’s photos…

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Bullsh*t Vulnerability & Authenticity on Social Media & Instagram

Bullsh*t Vulnerability & Authenticity on Social Media & Instagram

Authenticity and vulnerability. We’ve learned that these are good things, yes? According to researcher and author Brene Brown, folks who cultivate these characteristics are able to live happier, more connected, and more satisfying lives. So why am I calling “bullshit” on vulnerability and authenticity right now?

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Sex in San Diego...During Coronavirus - Part #1

Sex in San Diego...During Coronavirus - Part #1

Part #1 - “I’m so proud of her.” — Paul* messaged me with a sex question on March 13 through Facebook. His wife was out of town for work in the health field addressing coronavirus, although in an office setting. He said that they were “Skyperbating” for now, but…

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Reclaiming Valentine's Day

Reclaiming Valentine's Day

How did we end up here? In 2nd grade, it was such a joy to hand out Valentine’s to all the kids in the class, and receive cute cards and candy hearts in return. And now? “Valentine’s Day is stupid.”

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