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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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15 Warning Signs Your Partner Is Cheating, According to Therapists
15 Warning Signs Your Partner Is Cheating, According to Therapists

Document behavior for two weeks and preserve originals. Log timestamps, brief content summaries, screenshots and expense notes; this record gives objective data that matters in...

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06 October, 2025
Can You Fall in Love Simply by Holding Eye Contact? Science, Evidence & Tips
Can You Fall in Love Simply by Holding Eye Contact? Science, Evidence & Tips

Quick rationale: In controlled interaction tasks among humans, mutual gaze produces measurable biology changes: oxytocin release often rises by 20–40 percent, heart-rate synchrony increases, and...

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06 October, 2025
When a Man Loses Desire for His Wife – Causes & Solutions
When a Man Loses Desire for His Wife – Causes & Solutions

Do this within two weeks: obtain baseline labs – total and free testosterone, SHBG, TSH, fasting glucose/HbA1c, prolactin, CBC and CMP – and review current...

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06 October, 2025
27 Pivotal Signs He Wants a Serious Relationship With You
27 Pivotal Signs He Wants a Serious Relationship With You

Ask for a clear conversation about future plans: if he shifts from casual play to thoughtful planning of dates, starts calling regularly, and introduces the...

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06 October, 2025
How Not to Worry About What Others Think of You — 10 Practical Tips
How Not to Worry About What Others Think of You — 10 Practical Tips

Begin logging five recent incidents and rate intensity 0–10; set a target to lower the average score by 2 points within 30 days. Use a...

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06 October, 2025
How Childhood Made It Hard to Trust Men — Learning Vulnerability
How Childhood Made It Hard to Trust Men — Learning Vulnerability

Actionable first steps: Document specific incidents you experienced with your parents and mark which moments felt abusive or left lasting wounds; bring that list to...

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06 October, 2025
Red Flags in Relationships – What to Look For & How to Respond
Red Flags in Relationships – What to Look For & How to Respond

Immediately set a firm boundary and document incidents when a partner behaves possessively or treats you negatively; save timestamps, screenshots and concise notes to reveal...

Success Stories
06 October, 2025
Why You Keep Dating Jerks — Causes, Patterns & How to Break the Cycle
Why You Keep Dating Jerks — Causes, Patterns & How to Break the Cycle

Immediate action: Audit recent romantic interactions by listing dates, roles, stages, and concrete hurtful incidents; quantify impact on mood, sleep, finances; prioritize therapy that targets...

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06 October, 2025
Having a Baby in Your Late 30s or 40s – Expert Advice I Give My Patients
Having a Baby in Your Late 30s or 40s – Expert Advice I Give My Patients

Begin a focused preconception evaluation now: order serum AMH, day‑3 FSH, a transvaginal antral follicle count, partner semen analysis and an expanded carrier panel, plus...

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06 October, 2025
How Long Should You Date Before Marriage? Timeline & Tips
How Long Should You Date Before Marriage? Timeline & Tips

Couples who reach engagement after about two to four years typically have had time to test compatibility across finances, conflict patterns and family dynamics; this...

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06 October, 2025
How to Overcome Dating App Fatigue – 10 Practical Tips
How to Overcome Dating App Fatigue – 10 Practical Tips

Set a strict daily limit: 15 minutes, twice a day; keep no more than five active matches and move any chat that hasn’t led to...

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06 October, 2025
Get Him Back – 9 Proven Tips to Get a Second Chance With a Guy
Get Him Back – 9 Proven Tips to Get a Second Chance With a Guy

Begin a strict no-contact interval of three weeks and concentrate on concrete behavior that proves you’ve changed. That quiet period gives emotional space and creates...

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06 October, 2025
Man Gone Cold & Distant? How to Make Him Attracted Again
Man Gone Cold & Distant? How to Make Him Attracted Again

Stop initiating for 7–10 days: take control of timing, limit outreach by ~70%, schedule 4 fitness sessions per week, and dont respond immediately – use...

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06 October, 2025
7 Unrealistic Dating Standards Guys Need to Let Go
7 Unrealistic Dating Standards Guys Need to Let Go

Remove fixed height and location floors: insisting on a partner who is at least 6’0″ or strictly from Manhattan drastically shrinks the pool; allow people...

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06 October, 2025
Why Can’t I Get Over My Crush? Causes & How to Move On
Why Can’t I Get Over My Crush? Causes & How to Move On

Implement a 21–30 day no-contact protocol: mute, unfollow and remove shortcuts; schedule daily 10-minute journaling, one 20-minute brisk walk, and one 15-minute call to a...

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06 October, 2025
How Long Should You Date Before Making It Official as BoyfriendGirlfriend?
How Long Should You Date Before Making It Official as BoyfriendGirlfriend?

Concrete metrics: Use five meaningful interactions as a baseline and verify three measurable signals: consistent weekly engagement (about 10+ hours of shared time or direct...

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06 October, 2025
Eminem — Careful What You Wish For – Lyrics Translation (EN→RU)
Eminem — Careful What You Wish For – Lyrics Translation (EN→RU)

Recommendation: Translate line-for-line: make an literal draft first, then an idiomatic option; flag cause-and-effect constructions, catalogue issues that affect meter, and list references mentioned per...

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06 October, 2025
Do You Fear Ending Up Alone? Signs, Causes & How to Overcome
Do You Fear Ending Up Alone? Signs, Causes & How to Overcome

Set clear boundaries immediately: limit casual meeting frequency to two per week, implement a 48-hour follow-up rule after an initial contact, and book one session...

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06 October, 2025
How I Rewired My Brain to Find Compatible Guys — Dating Tips
How I Rewired My Brain to Find Compatible Guys — Dating Tips

Immediate action: Run a 6-week experiment: schedule exactly 8 dates across 60 days, log 10 data points per meeting (duration, dominant topics, interruptions, mutual laughter,...

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06 October, 2025
15 Mindset Changes to Stop Being Jealous in a Relationship
15 Mindset Changes to Stop Being Jealous in a Relationship

Use a five-column log (date, event, feeling, intensity 1–10, immediate response). Record exactly three entries per week; after four weeks this lets you resolve repeat...

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06 October, 2025
Should You Wait to Have Sex While Dating? Relationship Tips
Should You Wait to Have Sex While Dating? Relationship Tips

Begin physical intimacy only after both partners state explicit goals and confirm consent; a practical rule is three separate, calm conversations that mark alignment on...

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06 October, 2025
Why We Want Someone Who Doesn’t Want Us – Unrequited Love
Why We Want Someone Who Doesn’t Want Us – Unrequited Love

Set measurable limits immediately: initiate no more than two outreach attempts per week and cap deliberate attention towards that individual at 60 minutes per day....

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06 October, 2025
The New Marriage of Unequals – Modern Couples and Inequality
The New Marriage of Unequals – Modern Couples and Inequality

Recommendation: Create written budget during year one; emergency fund target = 6 months of combined fixed expense; discretionary cap = 15% of gross income; debt...

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06 October, 2025
You Are Less Beautiful Than You Think – Understanding Self-Perception, Media & Confidence
You Are Less Beautiful Than You Think – Understanding Self-Perception, Media & Confidence

Track three specific daily metrics: number of genuine smile moments, a social liking rating (scale 1–10), and minutes spent on appearance-focused thoughts. Log each metric...

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06 October, 2025