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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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How to Handle a Date Who Only Talks About Himself
How to Handle a Date Who Only Talks About Himself

Measure speaking time and respond with short, scripted redirects. If they always circle back to the same anecdote or keep asking about their own achievements,...

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19 November, 2025
12 Lessons from 30 Years of Marriage | Relationship Tips
12 Lessons from 30 Years of Marriage | Relationship Tips

Start a 10-minute daily check-in: each partner has five minutes to report facts, name one feeling and make a single request–no problem solving during this...

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19 November, 2025
How Women Became ‘Too Eligible’ to Date — Causes, Trends & Solutions
How Women Became ‘Too Eligible’ to Date — Causes, Trends & Solutions

A 2023 report among single female professionals shows a clear pattern: the majority (approx. 58%) obtain advanced degrees and then wait longer before entering formal...

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19 November, 2025
How Social Media Makes Breakups Worse – Why It Hurts & How to Cope
How Social Media Makes Breakups Worse – Why It Hurts & How to Cope

Do this now: stop checking profiles, stop responding to posts, and start a 30-day window during which you archive or remove shared content and mute...

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19 November, 2025
Be More Vulnerable – What Women Teach Men About Friendship — And What Men Teach Women
Be More Vulnerable – What Women Teach Men About Friendship — And What Men Teach Women

Concrete protocol: pick a trusted companion, schedule 15–30 minutes once per seven days, open with a single concrete admission (fact, date, consequence), follow with a...

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19 November, 2025
Six Lessons on Staying Married from Couples Who Struggled and Made It | Real Marriage Tips
Six Lessons on Staying Married from Couples Who Struggled and Made It | Real Marriage Tips

Use a timed format that forces short emotionally specific statements; ask each person to speak about one positive event, one frustration, one request for support....

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19 November, 2025
Why Fantasy Falls Short and Reality Rules — 10 Reasons Reality Wins
Why Fantasy Falls Short and Reality Rules — 10 Reasons Reality Wins

Set three weekly objectives; record completion rates on worksheets, analyze failures via simple demos, iterate structure of practice cycles until completion rate reaches 80% or...

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19 November, 2025
When You’re Most Drawn to Your Partner — Long-Term Love
When You’re Most Drawn to Your Partner — Long-Term Love

Set one clear action: schedule a six-week check-in where both list top three emotions that make them feel loved, answer direct questions rating attraction on...

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19 November, 2025
Why Intellectual Chemistry Matters for Couples | Build Stronger Relationships
Why Intellectual Chemistry Matters for Couples | Build Stronger Relationships

Practical plan: Set two 20–30 minute sessions per week, no phones, one topic per meeting, and a 3-question summary at the end. That structure gives...

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19 November, 2025
How to Choose the Right Dating App for You – Complete Guide 2025
How to Choose the Right Dating App for You – Complete Guide 2025

Immediate recommendation: Select a low-pressure, profile-centric service when long-term relationships are priority; if youd want guided matching start with eharmony-style offerings, while open social search...

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19 November, 2025
Too Busy to Date? Why That Doesn’t Have to Be True — How to Make Time for Love
Too Busy to Date? Why That Doesn’t Have to Be True — How to Make Time for Love

Schedule two 45-minute slots midweek and one three-hour block on weekends; this yields about five hours weekly and clearly creates reliable availability. Prioritise these appointments...

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19 November, 2025
15 People Explain Why They Ghosted Someone After Sex – Real Reasons & Confessions
15 People Explain Why They Ghosted Someone After Sex – Real Reasons & Confessions

Practical step: send one direct message within two days that uses a single clear sentence – example: “Do you want to make plans this week...

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19 November, 2025
8 Reasons Women Suddenly Disappear – Ghosting Explained
8 Reasons Women Suddenly Disappear – Ghosting Explained

Do this now: send one clear message asking for a single yes/no commitment and state a deadline of 72 hours; if there is no reply...

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19 November, 2025
Can’t Stop Thinking About Your Partner’s Ex? You’re Not Alone
Can’t Stop Thinking About Your Partner’s Ex? You’re Not Alone

Do a timed reset each night: set a 10-minute block (5 minutes breathing, 3 minutes factual journaling, 2 minutes planning one actionable step for tomorrow)....

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19 November, 2025
Does She Like Me? How to Tell if She’s Interested — 12 Clear Signs
Does She Like Me? How to Tell if She’s Interested — 12 Clear Signs

Immediate recommendation: Request a short, private chat and prioritize observable behavior over promises; without that direct interaction you rely on secondhand signals. Pay attention to...

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19 November, 2025
Short Kings – Meet the Women Who Love Dating Short Men
Short Kings – Meet the Women Who Love Dating Short Men

Recommendation: Recent data show that attraction patterns do not depend solely on stature: academic analyses and researchers tracking dating behavior over a 3 year span...

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19 November, 2025
I’m Addicted to Dating Apps but Don’t Want a Date — Reasons, Signs & How to Stop
I’m Addicted to Dating Apps but Don’t Want a Date — Reasons, Signs & How to Stop

Begin a 14-day quantitative audit: record opens, minutes per session, triggers and the emotional state before and after each session; capture subjective experience on a...

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19 November, 2025
Proposal at Brother’s Wedding Backfires – Two Relationships End
Proposal at Brother’s Wedding Backfires – Two Relationships End

Do this now: request separate, private conversations with each affected partner and a neutral third party; honest language that acknowledges harm and outlines concrete remedies...

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19 November, 2025
Boyfriend Ended Things Out of the Blue – Lessons on Heartbreak & How to Move On
Boyfriend Ended Things Out of the Blue – Lessons on Heartbreak & How to Move On

Immediate action: implement 30-day no-contact; mute notifications, block numbers when needed, remove pictures from lock screen, archive chat threads. Track days on calendar app; record...

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19 November, 2025
Why It’s Harder to Find Love Nowadays — Reasons, Trends & Tips
Why It’s Harder to Find Love Nowadays — Reasons, Trends & Tips

Practical immediate step: name two non-negotiables and two positive priorities, then commit to evaluating any new match against them for 90 days; if either non-negotiable...

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19 November, 2025
How Can My Ex Move On So Quickly? 9 Reasons, Signs & Recovery Tips
How Can My Ex Move On So Quickly? 9 Reasons, Signs & Recovery Tips

Concrete data: many people report visible behavioral change within 6–12 weeks after a breakup; that timeline often reflects shifting brain functions (novelty-driven dopamine, sleeping pattern...

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19 November, 2025
Uncovering the Differences Between Men and Women — Science & Psychology
Uncovering the Differences Between Men and Women — Science & Psychology

Research finding: meta-analyses show small to moderate effect sizes for some behavioral traits across sexes; variability within age cohorts often exceeds group-level gaps. For practice,...

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19 November, 2025
Recommended for You – Personalized Picks & Top Recommendations
Recommended for You – Personalized Picks & Top Recommendations

Enable social sync, launch a three-step welcome series within 24 hours, and A/B the CTA color: a 3:1 variant produced a 14% lift in engagement,...

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19 November, 2025
30 Downsides to Being Attractive AF — Surprising Drawbacks
30 Downsides to Being Attractive AF — Surprising Drawbacks

Limit new social exposures to two per week and use a three-item mood log (energy, trust, annoyance) after each interaction; this concrete routine cuts unsolicited...

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19 November, 2025