Posts categorised in : Love & Relationships
August 20, 2015 - Written by: Poppy Gillian
Recently I went on a date, which, although it started off well, ended badly. The problem was, that early on it became obvious that we had very different personalities. I’m quite stubborn and don’t like being told what to do. Whereas he clearly thought that I needed help to broaden my horizons. The problems started with the location of the... Read the rest of this post...
Categories: Love & Relationships Poppy Gillian Rant
August 18, 2015 - Written by: Patricia Obaro Odje
Something that has been bothering my mind recently is how easy it is to feel silly or irrational when you keep forgiving someone continuously or consistently make an effort with that one friend everyone says treats you badly. We have all felt that major burn in our chest at one point in our lives when someone disappoints us beyond our... Read the rest of this post...
Categories: a little piece of joy Love & Relationships
August 4, 2015 - Written by: Shiraz Engineer
Recently, someone who was a major fixture in my life has stepped down. It was a mutual decision, which was painful for both of us, but it had to happen. We simply weren’t able to give each other what we needed and so, with sadness and still a lot of love in our hearts, we parted. I’m not going to... Read the rest of this post...
Categories: From the Heart Love & Relationships Mirror Mirror: Self Improvement
June 30, 2015 - Written by: Yazmin Joy
Sex on first date. Yay or nay? – From Anonymous Oh gees, this is a pretty common question with a not so simple answer. First it depends how you met. Then it matters as to the build up conversation to the forthcoming date and whether you have been at all suggestive and creating an element of lust and desire. If... Read the rest of this post...
Categories: Dating Advice for Guys Love & Relationships Yazmin Joy
June 23, 2015 - Written by: Yazmin Joy
I am 24, single and currently on Tinder. Unfortunately all the people I have dated so far seem to be only after short term hook ups. I know there are some great guys out there, but the problem is meeting them. I like to have fun and go out, but I’m also looking for someone I can chill with and... Read the rest of this post...
Categories: EXCLUSIVE: Interview Love & Relationships
June 16, 2015 - Written by: Yazmin Joy
As a bloke in my early 20s – I don’t have lots of cash to flash on a first date. How can I make an impact with a girl but on a budget? – From Wishes to be Anonymous. A woman who needs to be impressed by money isn’t looking for love, but possibly someone to take care of her... Read the rest of this post...
Categories: EXCLUSIVE: Interview Love & Relationships Mirror Mirror: Self Improvement
June 9, 2015 - Written by: Yazmin Joy
I’ve been dating my boyfriend for over a year now and he still hasn’t told me he loves me. What do I do? I’m not sure if I should be the one to say it first. I feel like at this point he’ll just be saying it because he thinks he has to. Not because he actually does. I’ve thought... Read the rest of this post...
Categories: From the Heart Love & Relationships Mirror Mirror: Self Improvement
June 2, 2015 - Written by: Yazmin Joy
Dating dilemma? FEAR NOT. We have an actual bonafide dating EXPERT in the building people (okay we don’t have an actual ‘building’ but you know what I mean…)! Suzie Parkus, owner of Meet Your Match, is going to be answering your dating questions this June on aliljoy.com. Suzie has featured in The Guardian, Observer and The Daily Mail. Her ethos is clear... Read the rest of this post...
Categories: EXCLUSIVE: Interview Love & Relationships Mirror Mirror: Self Improvement
May 26, 2015 - Written by: Yazmin Joy
Let’s get real, when you go through a break up you might act like a bit of a douchebag towards your friends. Being the ‘best friend’ in someone else’s breakup situation is a privilege and a joy but it’s also EMOTIONALLY DRAINING, man! I know, I know, you don’t mean to. You’re NOT a bad person. You’re going through internal hell.... Read the rest of this post...
Categories: Love & Relationships Mirror Mirror: Self Improvement Yazmin Joy
April 13, 2015 - Written by: Yazmin Joy
‘Can I sit here?’ ‘I’m sorry, that chair is for my bag.’ ‘Oh. Yeah sure. I’ll sit in the corner. By myself then.’ Def. Clique – a close knit group of people who do not readily allow others to join them. I can’t stand cliques. What a load of bollocks. Tight insular inward facing friendship circles defined by their exclusivity. *Face... Read the rest of this post...
Categories: Fire me up baby! Love & Relationships Mirror Mirror: Self Improvement Rant Yazmin Joy