Daniela Duca Damian

How can you tell when you go from casually hanging out with someone to unofficially dating them? While there’s no clear line that must be crossed to move on to the next relationship phase with someone, there are numerous revealing signs that can tell you where you stand. But before we go into that, let’s … Read more

What are the pillars of a healthy relationship? Depends on who you ask! Experts argue there are more than 10 pillars of a healthy relationship, on which everything else must be built.  That sounds like a lot! But… It’s no secret that relationships take a lot of work and yours may be no exception. Is … Read more

When trying to connect to others or build a healthy relationship with them (especially a romantic one) one’s attachment style matters. People with secure attachment styles find it easier to open up to others and form emotional connection with them because they expect positive outcomes. However, those with insecure attachment styles, avoidants, in particular, expect … Read more

Avoidant people are difficult to deal with. They hardly let themselves become vulnerable with anyone and even keep their (few) friends at arm’s length.  However, if you’re patient enough and have the right motivation, you can build intimacy with them. And, yes, there are ways to get an avoidant to chase you.  But before we … Read more

If you’re in a relationship with an avoidant, you know they find it difficult to open up, trust you, and provide emotional support. You might not know this, though: Making someone with an avoidant attachment style feel safe goes a long way! It significantly increases your chances to get closer to them and build a … Read more

Have you been dating someone, but you have the feeling that something is off about them? On the one hand, they are capable of making you feel amazing. On the other hand, you two can’t seem to connect on a deeper level.  What gives? The person you’re seeing could have an avoidant attachment style and … Read more

Are you in love with an avoidant? If you think the person you’re dating someone with an avoidant attachment style, you might feel a little bit lost. Connecting to them on a deeper level is no easy feat. Especially if you were raised by someone who paid attention to you and your needs, you might … Read more

Is your boss crushing on you or are you flattering yourself? Before you do anything you might regret, you have to make sure they’re indeed catching feelings for you. The danger of misinterpreting their intentions is real. Who knows, maybe your boss is just being extremely nice to you. Or, maybe they’re a flirt: They … Read more

Mark my words: Relationships are hard.  Even if you’ve found the perfect match, you’re bound to experience ups and downs in your relationship.  Things are not going to magically fall into place and you’re not going to live happily ever after unless you constantly work on maintaining and improving the connection you already have. If … Read more