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Soul Ties: The Invisible Chains That Shackle the Heart and Mind
Tied at the Soul I have always been an observer of human behavior, watching the world around me evolve—or rather, devolve—into a chaotic...

Damien Blaauw
Mar 28, 20253 min read


The Erosion of Intimacy: A Psychological Perspective on Modern Relationships
Sexless Relationships The Last of a Dying Breed: A Reflection on Intimacy in the Modern Age Growing up, I often felt like an outlier, a...

Damien Blaauw
Mar 14, 20253 min read


The Hollow Echo of Unreciprocated Effort
Reciprocity is not a Given The Cost of Loving Too Much I have spent years, perhaps decades, believing in the power of thoughtfulness. In...

Damien Blaauw
Mar 7, 20253 min read


Unmoored: The Silent Struggle of Loss After Divorce
Unmoored Displaced: The Psychology of Losing Home I wake up in a bed that isn’t mine. The walls around me hold no history of my touch, no...

Damien Blaauw
Mar 3, 20252 min read


Swimming in the Depths: How Embracing My Pisces Nature Transformed My Life
Containing The Ocean I have to admit, for most of my life, I brushed off zodiac signs as whimsical pseudoscience at best. It just seemed...

Damien Blaauw
Feb 26, 20254 min read


The Hormonal Symphony: How Physical Intimacy Shapes Relationships
Relationships Are Shaped By Intimacy Physical intimacy is far more than a physical act or an expression of desire. It’s a powerful...

Damien Blaauw
Feb 24, 20252 min read


Indifference: The Silent Killer of Love
Love's Silent Killer In every romantic story, conflict arises, tension brews, and misunderstandings are resolved with passion or...

Damien Blaauw
Feb 21, 20253 min read


The Value of Men: Misunderstood and Undervalued in Modern Relationships
A Man's Wort The current climate where the dynamics between men and women are under intense scrutiny, an unsettling trend has emerged:...

Damien Blaauw
Feb 17, 20253 min read


False Standards of Masculinity: Why Men Are Opting Out of Relationships
You Matter Modern society is experiencing a seismic shift in how men perceive relationships, influenced by the growing narrative around...

Damien Blaauw
Feb 14, 20252 min read


The Weaponization of Empathy in Relationships: A Double-Edged Sword
Emotional Blackmail Empathy —the ability to understand and share the feelings of another—is often celebrated as a cornerstone of healthy...

Damien Blaauw
Feb 7, 20253 min read


Entitlement and Relationships: Navigating the "You Owe Me" Mentality
You Owe Me Relationships thrive on mutual respect, effort, and understanding, but what happens when entitlement creeps in, distorting the...

Damien Blaauw
Feb 3, 20253 min read


Eroding Self-Worth: The Perils of Constant Comparison in Relationships
Comparison Is The Thief Of Joy In the age of social media and relentless connectivity, it’s nearly impossible to escape the temptation to...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 27, 20253 min read


The Invisible Impact of Emotional Labor on Modern Relationships
Emotional Labor In any relationship, emotional labor plays a pivotal role—a form of unspoken work that involves managing and nurturing...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 22, 20252 min read


The Emotional Cost of Chasing Unrealistic Expectations
Chasing Impossible In a world where society, media, and even close relationships bombard us with ideas of what we "should" achieve, it's...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 20, 20252 min read


Red Flags in Modern Relationships: What Every Man Should Know
Red Flags Navigating relationships in today’s world can feel like stepping through a minefield. The dynamics have shifted, and while love...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 15, 20253 min read


The Silent Crisis: Men and the Struggle for Validation
The Silent Struggle We often hear about the "man problem" in modern society. The finger is frequently pointed at toxic masculinity,...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 14, 20252 min read


Therapy: The Toolkit I Didn't Know I Needed
You Don't Know What You Don't Know I used to be skeptical—even dismissive—about seeing psychologists, psychiatrists, or engaging in...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 7, 20254 min read


Breaking the Cycle: Reclaiming Self-Worth and Building Healthier Relationships
Time To Break The Cycle The first few days of this New Year have been brutal for me, as I reflect on my relationships, recurring patterns...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 6, 20253 min read


Unlock Your Dreams: The Science and Art of Vision Boards for Life-Changing Results
Set Your Intention I’ve always been intrigued by the idea of vision boards—the promise of focusing your desires and watching your dreams...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 5, 20253 min read


The Silent Conversations...
Why Honesty in Relationships Feels Like a Farce I recently watched an episode of a television show that left me thinking more deeply...

Damien Blaauw
Dec 31, 20244 min read
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