Even though we are taught that both men and women suffer from eating disorders and body image problems, those weight and body image issues often seem like solely women’s issues. Research has proven, time and time again, that they are not. According to National Eating Disorders Association, 10% of the people who report dealing with eating disorders are male. It might seem like a relatively small number (even after you find out that the number means there are ten million men out there who have or are currently suffering), but that … [Read more...]
How To Distinguish Between Dating vs. Hanging Out
Something scares you. It’s not terrorism, economic recession, global warming, or gasoline prices that could hit 10 bucks per gallon by the time you’re done reading this. These things might worry you, but something else makes your palms sweat and your pulse hit triple digits: asking someone out on a date. That’s because asking someone out involves potential pain. If the object of your affection becomes aware of your intentions, he or she might not reciprocate, and that’s going to hurt. I don’t care if you’re the most self-confident, … [Read more...]