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fromIndependent
5 days ago

Dear Mary: I went all out to organise a friend's celebration and got no thanks in return. It's not the first time I've felt taken for granted

Feeling foolish for investing in a friendship that seems one-sided after significant personal contributions.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Placeholder partners: are you the one' or just being used as a stopgap?

Placeholder partners are temporary relationships where one person believes they have a future together, but the other does not.
National Hockey League
fromMaple Leafs Hotstove
4 weeks ago

Craig Berube on Easton Cowan's strong stretch drive for the Leafs: "He is emotionally invested and is doing a lot of good things... He never stops... He has that motor"

Macklin Celebrini is a key player for his team, showcasing intelligence and skill, requiring collective effort to contain him.
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fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Men who say "we" when referring to their favorite sports team aren't delusional - they've found one of the last remaining places in adult life where belonging is unconditional, identity is shared without negotiation, and nobody asks them to explain why it matters so much - Silicon Canals

Men's identification with their sports teams fosters a sense of community and identity without the need for qualifications or conditions.
fromHuffPost
2 months ago

4 Signs You Have A 'Minimal Effort Partner.' And What To Do If This Kind Of Love Finds You.

Simply put, "A minimal effort partner is a person who does the bare minimum when it comes to their relationship," Dr. Marisa T. Cohen, relationship expert for the dating app Hily told HuffPost. This is a partner who will put in little work when it comes to the relationship, neglect their partner's needs and give indications that they might not be fully invested in the relationship.
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fromPsychology Today
6 months ago

2 Reasons Why People Get Stuck in 'Situationships'

Situationships lack clarity and commitment yet often persist because factors like exclusivity, investment, emotional needs, future talk, effort, prioritization, and trust maintain them.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
9 months ago

Pochettino: USMNT players and fans must learn from Guatemalas example - Soccer News

Pochettino emphasizes the need for US players and fans to share a deeper passion for football like that of Guatemala.
fromInverse
10 months ago

Netflix Just Quietly Released The Most Exciting Fantasy Thriller Of The Year

Directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans cleverly blend the thrilling aspects of K-pop fandom with supernatural elements, reflecting the excitement and challenges of idol culture.
Independent films
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fromScary Mommy
11 months ago

Why We Get So Invested In Fictional Characters - & What It Says About Us

Investing emotionally in fictional characters reflects common parasocial relationships, deeply influenced by media.
NYC real estate
fromMoneywise
11 months ago

Barbara Corcoran spent $13M perfecting her NYC penthouse - but now she'll likely just get $12M for it. Here's how to handle strategic renos if you can't afford to take a $1M hit when you sell

Emotional connection plays a key role in property acquisition for Corcoran, impacting her renovation choices.
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