Why Am I Single If I Am Pretty?
Are you sick of being single and wanting to find one? You’re not alone in feeling that way! Countless people share your sentiment and have taken it upon themselves to make changes. From small gestures such as adjusting their attitude about relationships to more difficult sacrifices, these daring individuals have gone out of their way […]
His Needs, Her Needs: The Ultimate Spousal Secrets!
If you’re married, we’re sure this will come as no surprise to you: Men and women view sex differently. Very differently. This is the material that fuels articles in Cosmo magazine, a plethora of books, TV sitcoms, and stand-up comedy routines. Popular TV sitcoms like ‘Everybody Loves Raymond,’ ‘That ’90s Show,’ and ‘The King of […]
Why Am I So Easily Triggered by My Partner?
TL;DR Being triggered by your partner doesn’t mean something is wrong with you….or even with them. It means something inside you is asking to be seen, soothed, and healed. Here’s what you’ll learn in this article: Triggers don’t always mean get out. Sometimes they mean: go in. Introduction You’re folding laundry, nothing dramatic is happening. […]
How Do You Know You Love Someone?
Once in a while, someone comes along and at first sight we feel a connection. They possess a unique ability to make us feel sensational. Our emotions are so impressed with that person that we want to spend more time with them: they give us the feeling of love; an intimate connection. We don’t merely […]
How Men Fall in Love: The Science, Stages, and Chemistry of Romantic Connection
Have you ever wondered why some men form deep, unshakable bonds while others seem cold, distant or even detached? The answer isn’t just about feelings, it’s about biology. Love, especially for men, is more than an emotion; it’s a carefully orchestrated symphony of hormones and brain chemistry. While poets and rom-coms paint love as purely […]
Can You Be Broke and Still Date? The Truth About Love, Money, and Worth
When Finances Trigger Feelings of Unworthiness You want connection. You want to build something real. But when you’re staring at your bank account, wondering if you can afford dinner, let alone a future date, it can feel like a luxury you haven’t earned. And then comes the voice:“Do I even have anything to offer?”“Would someone […]
Infatuation, Love, or Lust? How to Know What You’re Really Feeling
When Feelings Are Loud but Clarity Is Low It starts with a rush. The texts, the glances, the late-night conversations that feel like lightning in your veins. Your stomach flips, your heart races, and suddenly, you’re wondering: Is this love? Or just lust? Or maybe it’s something deeper or not at all. In the early stages of connection, emotions are loud. But clarity? Often absent. You feel […]
Dating with Standards: Why Knowing Your Worth Changes Everything
When Standards Get Called “Too Much” In today’s dating world, high standards often get mistaken for high maintenance. People who dare to want clarity, kindness, or long-term alignment are frequently dismissed as picky, unrealistic, or “too much.” But the real problem isn’t the standards, it’s the confusion around what standards actually are. Many confuse standards with superficial preferences. Others use them as armor, listing rigid demands […]
Intentional Dating: How to Build Real Connection Instead of Repeating Old Patterns
Why “Dating” Feels So Exhausting Now Modern dating often feels like emotional roulette: ghosting, breadcrumbing, endless swiping, and conversations that vanish mid-text. For many, it’s not just frustrating, it’s soul-numbing. But the real issue isn’t the apps. It’s what we’re bringing to them. Most people are dating with invisible wounds: trauma, abandonment, attachment anxiety, or the ache of never having seen a healthy relationship modeled. We […]
Blinded by the Heart? What You Should Look For Before Marriage | A Look into Modern and Biblical Dating (Pt. 3)
A Lesson On Chemistry: The Initial Spark This article is part of our series Modern Dating vs. Biblical Dating. Before continuing this article, please review the preambles, Navigating The Line Between Friendship & Dating Part 2, A Look into Modern and Biblical Dating Part 1. Here we are going to shatter one of the biggest myths in modern dating: […]
Navigating the Line Between Friendship and Dating | A Look into Modern and Biblical Dating (Pt. 2) | Simply Midori
Before continuing this article, please review the preamble, A Look into Modern and Biblical Dating. Are you a single Christian wanting to date but don’t know where to start? Are you unsure how modern dating should look or if it aligns with Scripture? If that sounds like you, this blog post is here to help! We’re […]
Is It Love or Convenience? A Guide to Understanding Your Relationship
Picture this: you’re cozied up on the couch with your partner, sharing laughs over your favorite TV show. Everything seems perfect until a nagging question creeps into your mind: Is this love or just convenient companionship? A healthy relationship, in contrast to a relationship of convenience, is characterized by mutual support, growth, and emotional engagement […]
Understanding Dreams About Exes: What They Mean and Why They Happen
Do you have dreams that just won’t stop featuring your ex-boyfriend? While it might feel like these dreams are a sign of unresolved issues, they could mean something else entirely. A dream about your ex can tell us a lot about yourself – from how much you’ve grown since the breakup to where you see […]
How To Move On From Your Ex
The end of a relationship causes many big feelings; many folks experience shame, guilt, anger, sadness, and sometimes relief. A big part of these emotions comes from losing what you believed your future would look like. Perhaps you or someone you know is going through a tough breakup and dealing with the difficult process of […]
Uncover the Reasons You’re Single & Take Action
It can be tricky sometimes to gain recognition as the incredible person you are, but we cannot spend our energy worrying and obsessing about what men think of us. There is no point in allowing their judgment to define us, but I completely understand that wanting to stand out is an entirely universal feeling! So […]
How To Find Contentment And Peace In The Single Life
Singlehood can be a tricky thing. You’re on your own, free to do what you want when you want it. But when you’re getting older and want to start a family, it can feel like you’re running out of time. I have a lot of single friends who are in this exact boat. They’re going […]
How To Trust Again After Being Cheated On
Which is worse: a miserable marriage or an isolated, lonely life? It may seem like an impossible choice—almost like asking which form of suffering you’d prefer. But we bring it up because it’s not uncommon for people to stay in unhappy relationships just to avoid being alone. On the flip side, some respond to betrayal […]
How to Stop Being Insecure In Relationship
Insecurity in a relationship can be one of the biggest downfalls on the path to long-term happiness with your partner, yet many of us struggle with it daily. Those who have felt insecure in a relationship will recognize the symptoms of distrust, arguments, low self-esteem and negative self talk that come with it. This blog […]
Unlock the Key to a Secure Relationship: Discover What Really Matters
What’s going on with dating today? Commitment is in Code Red. For the millennial woman who wants a meaningful relationship, times are tough. A generation ago, “taking things to the next level” meant getting engaged. Now it’s simply being an official girlfriend with a title. Dating apps and websites have spoiled people for choice! If […]
Unlock the Mysteries of How a Man Falls in Love
Have you ever wondered how does a man fall in love? How do we even begin to get a glimpse into this sometimes complicated process? Using a scientific perspective, we can start to unlock some of the mysteries surrounding how men fall in love. By looking at psychological theories such as Attachment Theory and Social […]