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Irina Zhuravleva is a psychologist and journalist with over 15 years of experience in both fields. She began her career as a clinical psychologist, specializing in relationship counseling and emotional well-being. After earning her Ph.D. in psychology, Irina discovered her passion for storytelling and transitioned into journalism. She worked as a columnist for several renowned magazines, writing about mental health, personal growth, and social issues.

Irina is also the author of two best-selling books that explore the intersection of psychology and modern life. Alongside her writing, she continues to provide private counseling sessions and frequently appears as a guest speaker at international conferences. Her unique ability to blend scientific expertise with compelling narratives has made her a trusted voice in both psychology and media.

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10 Warning Signs Your Relationship Is Making You Depressed — Signs of a Toxic Relationship
10 Warning Signs Your Relationship Is Making You Depressed — Signs of a Toxic Relationship

Keep a clear text log with timestamps, screenshots and copies of media; this record will serve as evidence and a factual reflection for legal options...

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19 November, 2025
Cultivating Your Dream Relationship – Step-by-Step Guide to Lasting Love
Cultivating Your Dream Relationship – Step-by-Step Guide to Lasting Love

Schedule a 30-minute weekly check-in with a written agenda: state one metric for the week, answer “What went well?”, “What needs work?”, and “What are...

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19 November, 2025
Why the Eat Pray Love Myth Is Harmful to Women — My Story After My Husband Died
Why the Eat Pray Love Myth Is Harmful to Women — My Story After My Husband Died

Act now: secure identity documents and finances, contact employer about benefits and working adjustments, and book a licensed grief therapist within 30 days; keep appointments...

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19 November, 2025
18 Signs a Man Wants to Be With You — Ready for a Serious Relationship
18 Signs a Man Wants to Be With You — Ready for a Serious Relationship

Start with a single concrete ask: open a focused conversation about timelines and living arrangements; note when he tries to move casual talking toward planning,...

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19 November, 2025
Embrace the Mud – Mud Run Tips, Training & Health Benefits
Embrace the Mud – Mud Run Tips, Training & Health Benefits

Aim for 7–9 hours sleep nightly; recovery needs depend on training load, age, and prior injuries. A clear point here: if soreness persists beyond 72...

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19 November, 2025
Are Men Really Hard-Wired to Desire Younger Women? Science, Psychology & Evidence
Are Men Really Hard-Wired to Desire Younger Women? Science, Psychology & Evidence

Recommendation: Treat chronological age as one variable among several: focus on health markers, resource stability and demonstrated commitment when choosing a partner. Quantitative signals matter...

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19 November, 2025
Just My Thoughts – Personal Musings & Reflections
Just My Thoughts – Personal Musings & Reflections

Recommendation: pick a single hypothesis, define metrics (time spent in minutes, one output count, and a subjective score 1–10), then run a 7-day trial. If...

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19 November, 2025
Divorce in Decline – 40% of Today’s Marriages End in Divorce — Stats & Causes
Divorce in Decline – 40% of Today’s Marriages End in Divorce — Stats & Causes

Start with measurable steps: complete a written budget and an estate baseline with your partner, commit to continued therapy sessions for at least 12 months...

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19 November, 2025
I’m Just Not Attracted to Her (Part 1) — Causes, Feelings & Relationship Advice
I’m Just Not Attracted to Her (Part 1) — Causes, Feelings & Relationship Advice

Direct recommendation: schedule a focused, 30-minute conversation within three dates or during the early dating phase to determine which drivers are active; if data indicate...

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19 November, 2025
Why Didn’t He Call After a Great Weekend? 9 Reasons & What to Do
Why Didn’t He Call After a Great Weekend? 9 Reasons & What to Do

Immediate step: Send one concise message within 24–48 hours proposing a concrete next meeting (example: “Coffee Sunday at 11?”) and then stop messaging until he...

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19 November, 2025
Talk to People on the Telephone – Tips, Phrases & Etiquette
Talk to People on the Telephone – Tips, Phrases & Etiquette

Start each call by stating your name, the specific reason, and the outcome you want within 8–10 seconds. That lets the recipient know immediately why...

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19 November, 2025
Compromising vs Settling – How to Tell the Difference & Choose Wisely
Compromising vs Settling – How to Tell the Difference & Choose Wisely

Recommendation: Set a 14-day experiment: present one clear request, give partner 48 hours to act, then measure outcomes; if partner implements change in at least...

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19 November, 2025
Right Person, Wrong Time? How to Cope, Heal & Move On
Right Person, Wrong Time? How to Cope, Heal & Move On

Begin with a 30-day no-contact window and schedule three concrete actions: one weekly therapy session, two 30-minute reflection periods for journaling, and a daily 10-minute...

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19 November, 2025
Godly Sorrow vs Worldly Sorrow – How to Know Which You Have
Godly Sorrow vs Worldly Sorrow – How to Know Which You Have

Immediate directive: The chief indicator of genuine, divinely-rooted contrition is concrete action without performative language – an inward reorientation that reduces anxiety about reputation and...

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19 November, 2025
Dating a Younger Guy vs an Older Man – Key Differences & Tips
Dating a Younger Guy vs an Older Man – Key Differences & Tips

Start by listing five non-negotiables and review them with your partner every quarter: this makes priorities explicit, protects your independence and increases the chance both...

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19 November, 2025
24 Reasons Why He Texts You Every Day — Explained
24 Reasons Why He Texts You Every Day — Explained

First, pursue clarity: if any exchange crosses a personal line, say “stop” and request a direct statement of intent. A single plain sentence about interest...

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19 November, 2025
Ex’ Factor Man Keeps Photos of Past Loves – Red Flags, What It Means & How to Respond
Ex’ Factor Man Keeps Photos of Past Loves – Red Flags, What It Means & How to Respond

Immediate evidence steps: copy files to an encrypted drive, export message threads, and take timestamped screenshots of any webpages where images or videos appear. Log...

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19 November, 2025
Are You Ready to Have Another Baby? Key Signs & Practical Tips
Are You Ready to Have Another Baby? Key Signs & Practical Tips

Recommendation: Target an interpregnancy interval of 18 months; population studies show conceiving within 6 months links to ~40% higher preterm risk and ~30% higher low...

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19 November, 2025
Get Him to Approach You – 3 Simple Dating Hacks That Work
Get Him to Approach You – 3 Simple Dating Hacks That Work

Do this now: make eye contact for 3–5 seconds, smile, then pretend you’re checking your phone – the instant retreat signals availability without overt invitation....

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19 November, 2025
I Don’t Hate Dating Apps — I Hate Their Superficiality
I Don’t Hate Dating Apps — I Hate Their Superficiality

Limit new profiles to three per week and force one offline meeting within seven days – that single rule reduces time wasted and increases signal....

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19 November, 2025
Center for the Study of Partisanship & Ideology — Research
Center for the Study of Partisanship & Ideology — Research

Recommendation: Allocate 30% of annual budget to longitudinal polls and 20% to experimental vignette trials to raise prediction accuracy from 62% to 78% within 24...

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19 November, 2025
Don’t Lose Your Passions While Pursuing Marriage — Keep Your Identity
Don’t Lose Your Passions While Pursuing Marriage — Keep Your Identity

Reserve three hours weekly for an independent pursuit; schedule that block on a shared calendar and treat it as fixed time. studies tracking couples who...

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19 November, 2025
5 Women Who Chose Career Over Love – Why They Did It
5 Women Who Chose Career Over Love – Why They Did It

Recommendation: Allocate 60% of your discretionary after-hours to targeted skill acquisition, revenue-driving projects and strategic networking; set measurable milestones (three promotions, two high-impact launches, one...

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19 November, 2025
How to Meet Great Men – Dating Coach Reveals Top 5 Places
How to Meet Great Men – Dating Coach Reveals Top 5 Places

Start attending partner-oriented volunteer groups that run monthly fundraising events; attend 2–3 per month to prioritize offline, values-aligned interactions and the immediate benefit of meeting...

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19 November, 2025