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1. Miscommunication: Effective communication is the lifeblood of a healthy marriage. When partners assume they know what the other is thinking, they risk building walls instead of bridges.
It’s crucial for partners to verify their understanding, ensuring that messages are received as intended.

2. Unresolved issues: Childhood traumas often shape how we approach love and relationships, leaving deep imprints that can complicate adult partnerships.

These unresolved experiences can trigger defensive reactions in the face of conflict, making resolution feel impossible. Understanding the origins of these responses allows couples to navigate emotional landscapes more effectively.

It’s essential to approach each other with empathy, recognizing that past experiences influence present behavior. In this understanding, couples can begin to dismantle the walls built by past pain.

3. Unrealistic expectations: When we enter a marriage with a checklist of expectations, we risk losing sight of our partner's true essence and individuality.

When we expect our partners to meet all our needs perfectly, we set ourselves up for failure.
Unrealistic expectations can lead to frustration when reality doesn't align with our dreams.

Embrace your partner’s quirks and flaws; they are part of what makes them unique.

4. Financial problems: The topic of money can often lead to heated debates in a marriage, revealing underlying tensions. Differing attitudes toward spending and saving can clash, making financial discussions fraught with emotion.

When partners fail to communicate about money, assumptions can lead to conflicts that deepen over time. It’s crucial to approach financial discussions with transparency and respect.

5. Lack of intimacy: In a healthy marriage, intimacy is not just a nice-to-have; it is a necessity.
Physical intimacy (sex) for the man and emotional intimacy (affection) for the woman are essential for a healthy marriage, and their absence can make the relationship feel distant and complex.

6. External pressures: External influences can serve as a double-edged sword in a marriage, creating both support and tension.
External pressures can infiltrate a marriage like uninvited guests, disrupting the harmony that couples work so hard to maintain.

The manner in which family members, friends, or external influences get involved can add stress and complexity to a marriage, causing tension between partners.

7. Differences in values and beliefs: Misalignment of core values, belief systems, core concepts and aspirations can create conflicts and challenges in a marriage, making it appear more complex than it needs to be.

8. Non-complimentary Temperaments: Overlapping of human temperaments can really make marriage appear complex.
When two talkative (Sanguine), or two idealists ( Melancholy ) , two quiet people ( Phlegmatic ), two strong - willed people ( Choleric ) get married. Things can get really messed up.

9. SUPERIORITY COMPLEX: Marriage is team work with each team member bringing in his/her own peculiar and usually different charm ( i.e. strength ).

A man is not superior to a woman, we are just different with diverse functions to undertake within the scope of marriage

10. Pride: Pride can be very subtle. Indeed, pride can really make marriage appear complex. For the man, it is ego and for the woman, it is in-submissiveness.

For the woman to be submissive, the man must surrender his ego and vice-versa.
Marriage on its own is not complex, but human beings are. However, if we pay attention to the above listed and more, marriage will be as simple as a,b,c.

Adewunmi Oladele © 2024

1. Be open and honest about your financial situation and goals. Share your income, expenses, debts, and any financial assets you may have. Leave no cockroach in the cupboard.

2. Discuss your spending habits and financial priorities. Talk about what is important to you when it comes to money and how you both envision handling finances in the future. Find out what each of you is quick to do with money as soon as it is made.

3. Talk about any existing debts and how you plan to address them together. This includes loans, all forms of debt, mortgages, and your present financial obligations. Be as open as necessary.

4. Consider creating a demo financial budget to help you project into the future. Make sure both partners have a say in how money is allocated. Discuss how you will allocate your income, save for the future, and plan for emergencies and unexpected expenses. Also clearly define what emergencies and unexpected expenses means in your context.

5. Discuss your long-term financial goals. This can include saving for a house, retirement, children's education, investment, vacation, starting a business or any other financial milestones you both want to achieve.

6. Talk about how you will handle money in your relationship. Will you have joint bank accounts or keep your finances separate? Will you have joint financial goals or separate financial goals? How would you ensure financial transparency and accountability.

7. Discuss your attitudes towards money and how they may impact your relationship. If one of you is a spender and the other is a saver, talk about how you will navigate differences in spending habits. Its important to know each other's money habit.

8. Set Boundaries: Recognize and respect each partner’s right to make personal financial choices. Encourage autonomy while supporting shared goals. Clarify how much each partner will contribute to shared expenses. This ensures fairness and transparency in financial responsibilities. Create rules ( e.g., any significant expenditure over a certain amount) should be discussed beforehand. This encourages collaboration and prevents misunderstandings.

9. Discuss any financial values , beliefs or principles that are important to you. For example, talk about how you feel about giving to church, charity, investing, or supporting family members financially. This is very important.

10. Consider seeking the help of a financial advisor or counsellor to help you navigate these discussions and come up with a plan that works for both of you.

Adewunmi Oladele 2024

1. Not communicating effectively: Communication is key in any relationship, and failing to communicate your real thoughts, feelings, and concerns can lead to misunderstandings and resentment.

2. Ignoring Problems: Avoiding conflict or pretending everything is fine instead of addressing issues can lead to unresolved tension.

3. Taking Each Other for Granted: Failing to show appreciation or neglecting to put effort into the relationship can cause feelings of being undervalued.

4. Being overly dependent: Relying too heavily on your partner for happiness or validation can put strain on the relationship and hinder personal growth.

5. Being Passive-Aggressive: Instead of openly communicating their feelings or concerns, a passive-aggressive person uses passive-aggressive tactics such as sarcasm, procrastination, stubbornness, or intentionally ignoring someone to express their frustrations or discontent. This can be harmful to relationships and communication, as it can create tension and misunderstandings.

6. Being Overly Possessive or Jealous: Excessive jealousy or possessiveness can erode trust and suffocate the relationship.

7. Being overly controlling: Trying to control your partner's actions, thoughts, or behaviors can lead to feelings of resentment and ultimately damage the relationship.

8. Neglecting Personal Growth: Focusing solely on the relationship without nurturing individual growth can lead to dependency and stagnation.

9. Expecting your partner to change: Trying to change your partner instead of accepting them for who they are can lead to frustration and disappointment.

10. Comparing your relationship to others: Comparing your relationship to others can create unnecessary pressure and unrealistic expectations.

11. Not setting boundaries: Failing to set boundaries in a relationship can lead to feelings of being overwhelmed, pressured or taken advantage of.

12. Not prioritizing quality time together: Neglecting to spend quality time together can lead to feelings of disconnect and loneliness.

13. Neglecting Self-Care: Ignoring your own needs and well-being in favor of the relationship can lead to burnout and resentment over time.

14. Ignoring red flags: Red flags informs you of hidden, but impending dangers. Ignoring these warning signs or red flags in a relationship can lead to unhealthy or toxic developments.

15. Not seeking help when needed: Failing to seek help or counsel when facing challenges in a relationship can lead to unresolved issues and poor decision making which damages the relationship further.

Adewunmi Oladele © 2024

I mean virginity is not only meant for females. We live in a generation that makes virginity sound like a female. Young man, you need to keep yourself till marriage too.

I got married as a virgin not because I am a superman but because I made up my mind longest time never to have any sexual relationship whatsoever with any female living or dead till I get married. You can make up your mind too today like the rest of us did years ago and we are reaping the dividends today, big time.

I told my wife before and after marriage that my decision to stay chaste has nothing to do with her at all! I am not doing her a favour – I am helping myself. That decision has saved me a lot of heartaches.
Listen to me young man; you are destroying your future by being promiscuous. There is nothing whatsoever to gain from it other than a miserable short lived pleasure that has untold pains and aches embedded into it.

All my life I have never lacked female friends. I easily attract sensible female friends, so it’s not a matter of not having opportunities to have sex before marriage.

I had myriads of opportunities to be promiscuous because in my case I didn't have to beg them to be my friend by force, they were naturally attracted to me because I am brilliant, quiet, caring and have an untiring listening ears . I had ladies who obviously were interested in me and I knew that very well – but, excuse me I am not interested! Period!!

There is no excuse that will be fat enough to justify your need to have sex before marriage as a young man.
Granted, as a young man you have sexual fantasies and temptations. I can understand that, what I don’t understand is why you will allow the fantasy of today to become the fallacy of tomorrow. For young men, there are lots of fallacies about sex. It is sweet in your mouth today, but the bitter part of it is patiently waiting for you tomorrow.

As a younger man when the battle raged so strong, I consoled myself with this thought; “there is nothing you have on you as a lady that my wife doesn’t have”

Now, I was just in my early 20s (I think 21) at this time and I already had the picture of a wife I was willing to wait for even though she was nowhere to be found in my world at the time; but, I was convinced if I lived right that woman will come.

I never struggled to get engaged and married, she just walked in quietly into my world and I believe (among other things) it’s because of God's favour, my stand for chastity and purity.

God didn’t even wait for me to pray for her to come. How will you find a good wife tomorrow when you are busy having sex with them like crazy and dumping them today.

If you don’t change today NEMESIS will soon catch up with you. I wish you change before it does. Forget about the stories of those who were chaste and yet had late marriages or didn’t marry at all. There are other reasons why that happened. On the other hand, there are those who presumably were promiscuous and still got it right in marriage - they are not telling you the whole story!

That girl you are sleeping with today is someone’s wife tomorrow – have you ever thought about that? I enjoy sex with my wife today because she is my first and last experience.

I preserved the destinies of every female that came across my path for their own God-ordained husbands and God preserved for me a jewel of inestimable value today – I have never had a day of regret!

Your destiny is at stake, young man ruuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuun

© Adewwunmi Oladele

1. Know Yourself: Self-discovery is a journey that enriches every relationship that will last. When you know yourself, you attract those who resonate with your true essence. Your strengths and weaknesses are part of your story; embrace them to foster deeper connections.

2. The Trust Factor: In relationships, trust is the glue that holds everything together. Choose a partner you can trust; vulnerability thrives in a safe space. Never settle for a relationship where trust is questioned; your heart deserves better.

3. Authenticity Matters: Be real, be you; that’s the only way to invite real love into your life. Authenticity is the key that unlocks the door to lasting love. A fulfilling relationship starts with two people being unapologetically themselves.

4. Choose Wisely: The best relationships stem from wise choices; don’t rush the decision. Look for a love that feels like home; it should bring you comfort and peace. Choose wisely; the right partner will inspire you to become the best version of yourself.

5. Avoid Past Baggage: Leave the past behind; every new relationship is a fresh page in your love story.Healing means releasing the past; open your heart to what’s in front of you. Let go of past baggage; it only weighs down the love you deserve.

6. Recognize Red Flags: Red flags are not mere colors; they are signals to reconsider. Ignoring red flags today can lead to heartache tomorrow. Addressing red flags early can save you from deeper pain later.

7. Stay Present: Heartbreak may come in the past, but don’t let it steal your joy in the present. Stay anchored in the moment; love is a series of now’s. Enjoy the current relationship for what it is.

8. Avoid Comparisons: Your love story is unique; don’t measure it against someone else’s. Every relationship is different; embrace yours without looking sideways. Your relationship is unique; cherish it without comparing it to others.

9. Embrace Vulnerability: Vulnerability is the birthplace of connection. Love flourishes when we allow ourselves to be truly known. On the other hand be sure the person you are in relationship with is equally given to being vulnerable. Being vulnerable with the right person can lead to extraordinary love.

10. Let God guide you: When you surrender your love life to God, you permanently close the door to all forms of guess work and regret. The best love stories are those written by God. With God leading the way, your love life will flourish beyond your expectations.

© Adewunmi Oladele 2024

1. Miscommunication: The absence of effective communication can lead to misunderstandings and conflicts within a marriage, making it appear complex.

2. Unresolved issues: Past hurts, unresolved conflicts, childhood traumas, emotional baggage and unaddressed problems can create tension and complexity in a marriage.

3. Unrealistic expectations: Unrealistic expectations about marriage, roles, and responsibilities of a partner can lead to disappointment and frustration, making the relationship feel more complex than it needs to be.

4. Financial problems: Money issues such as how it is made, spent, saved , invested and multiplied can be a major source of stress and strain in a marriage, creating complexity and tension between partners.

5. Lack of intimacy: Physical intimacy (sex) for the man and emotional intimacy (affection) for the woman are essential for a healthy marriage, and their absence can make the relationship feel distant and complex.

6. External pressures: The manner in which family members, friends, or external influences get involved can add stress and complexity to a marriage, causing tension between partners.

7. Differences in values and beliefs: Misalignment of core values, belief systems, core concepts and aspirations can create conflicts and challenges in a marriage, making it appear more complex than it needs to be.

8. Non-complimentary Temperaments: Overlapping of human temperaments can really make marriage appear complex. When two talkative (Sanguine), or two idealists ( Melancholy ) , two quiet people ( Phlegmatic ), two strong - willed people ( Choleric ) get married. Things can get really messed up.

9. Superiority Complex: Marriage is team work with each team member bringing in his/her own peculiar and usually different charm ( i.e. strength ). A man is not superior to a woman, we are just different with diverse functions to undertake within the scope of marriage

10. Pride: Pride can be very subtle. Indeed, pride can really make marriage appear complex. For the man, it is ego and for the woman, it is in-submissiveness. For the woman to be submissive, the man must surrender his ego and vice-versa.
Marriage on its own is not complex, but human beings are. However, if we pay attention to the above listed and many more that didn’t make this list, marriage will be as simple as a,b,c.

Adewunmi Oladele © 2024

1. It's Not Always Sunshine and Rainbows:

Contrary to popular beliefs, butterflies will not always be in your stomach. This is because, marriage is not a fairy tale; it's a journey of two imperfect people learning to love each other amid life’s storms. True love isn’t just about butterflies; it’s about finding comfort in each other during life’s storms.

2. Communication is Constant Work:

One of the cornerstones of a successful marriage is effective communication. Couples often underestimate the importance of openly discussing feelings, concerns, and aspirations.
Effective communication is crucial, and it requires continuous effort and practice.

3. Understanding Each Other’s Love Languages is imperative:

Every individual expresses and feels love differently, a concept popularized by Gary Chapman’s "The 5 Love Languages." Knowing your partner’s love language surely will significantly enhance emotional connection and fulfillment.

4. Conflicts are Inevitable:

Disagreements are a natural part of any relationship. All couples experience disagreements, and it’s essential to understand that conflict does not signify failure. Instead, conflicts can be an opportunity for growth, provided they are approached constructively.

5. Intimacy needs must not be left unattended to :

Intimacy issues are real issues in marriage. Men need sex and women need affection. One is physical and the other is emotional. Theses needs must never be left unattended to, if marital bliss is really a goal that you aim to achieve.

6. Financial Discussions must be all inclusive:

Money can be a significant source of tension.
Therefore, dicussions that centers around money must be front page discussions. Money making skill, spending habits, indebtedness, saving culture, money culture, giving ideologies etc must be laid bare without reservations. It is very important!

7. Love is a choice:

Love is not just a feeling; it is a decision to care, to commit, and to cherish daily. Choosing to love means showing up for each other, even on the hardest days. Feelings may fade, but commitment and choice sustain love through the storms.
8. Marriage Requires Work:

A good marriage isn’t found; it’s created, built by both hearts and hands working together. Behind every great love story are days of hard work, tears, laughter, and growth. A successful marriage requires ongoing effort from both partners. It's not something that can be taken for granted, and investing time and energy is crucial.

9. The In-Laws Factor:

Managing relationships with in-laws can be a significant aspect of marriage. Conflict with in-laws is sometimes inevitable; how you address it can either build bridges or erect walls. In-law dynamics may be complex, but patience, understanding and boundaries can simplify the equation.

10. Seek Meaningful Help When Needed:

There’s no shame in acknowledging when the challenges of marriage feel overwhelming. Sometimes love needs a lifeline; therapy can be that connection. Be very careful of bringing your family and friends into your marital affairs; doing so can sometimes escalate the already deplorable state of things.

© Adewunmi Oladele 2024
adaewunmeemmauel@gmail.com
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jorion:
YOU SHOULD NOT EVEN THINK OF COMMITTING PERIOD

I AM NOT TELLING YOU TO CHEAT

ALL I AM SAYING IS THAT YOU SHOULD BE THE TYPE OF GUY THAT WOULD PUSH HER OUT THE DOOR THE MOMENT SHE STARTS HAVING DOUBTS OR IF SHE STARTS PLAYING GAMES

DON'T BE AN EMOTIONAL SIMP WITH THE ROMANTIC NONSENSE

WOMEN HATE THAT WITH PASSION

Thanks for sharing

Nackzy:
Good points

You have spoken well

1. Unrealistic Expectations: True intimacy flourishes in a space free from the pressures of expectation. Commitment without conversation breeds misunderstanding and unmet needs.

2. Inadequate Understanding of Each Other: Without understanding each other’s values, commitment is just a leap of faith into the unknown. When you rush to commit, you may overlook the values that define your true compatibility.

3. Pressure on the Relationship:
When we overcommit too soon, the joy of love can quickly turn into a weighty obligation as a result of pressure. True connection thrives when there’s room to breathe, not under the strain of expectation.

4. Loss of Independence: In the rush to commit, you can sometimes lose sight of who you are as individuals. Commitment should enhance your identity, not confine it within the relationship.

5. Increased Risk of Heartbreak: Commitment without caution can lead to unexpected heartbreak. Heartbreak can be a teacher, but taking time can help avoid the lesson altogether. Taking your time can help mitigate this risk.

6. Emotional Readiness: When commitment outpaces emotional growth, misunderstandings are likely to follow owing to lack of emotional readiness. Love is a delicate dance; both partners must be emotionally attuned to each step.

7. Ignoring Red Flags: Overlooking red flags in the name of love is like driving with blinders on; the risks are real. Ignoring red flags today can lead to heartbreak tomorrow; take the time to see clearly.

8. Fear of Vulnerability: Love thrives on openness, but jumping in too quickly can lock our hearts away. Jumping into a deep commitment may trigger fear of vulnerability, making it hard to open up fully and communicate honestly.

9. Incompatibility Issues: Incompatibility often surfaces when the dust of excitement settles; take time to see clearly. The right relationship feels effortless; haste can hide underlying differences.

10. Lack of Communication Skills: A relationship built too quickly often lacks the essential tools for effective dialogue. Communication is the bridge that connects hearts; take time to strengthen that bridge.

© Adewunmi Oladele 2024
adaewunmeemmanuel@gmail.com
Facebook: Adewunmi Oladele

1. RESPECT: A relationship that is good for you must of necessity be a respectful one. Respect for your opinion, Respect for your boundaries, Respect for your feelings, Respect for your differences, respectful manner of communication etc.

2. SENSE OF PURPOSE AND FULFILLMENT: A relationship that is good for you must give you a sense of purpose and fulfilment. Alignment of core values, shared values, shared goals, shared interest, shared pursuits etc. are the ingredients necessary to make two hearts beat together as one in a relationship.

3. TRUST: Anyone who compromises on trust is not a good husband/wife material for you. By the way, don’t you ever make the grave mistake of giving excuses for him/her. Getting married to who you don’t trust is danger on two legs.

4. BALANCE: A healthy relationship should have a balance of give and take. Both partners should be willing to compromise and make sacrifices for the good of the relationship with no superiority complex.

5. INDEPENDENCE - While a relationship is about two people coming together, it's essential to maintain your independence and autonomy. You must ensure that you don’t lose touch with real self while the relationship proceeds.

6. HEALTHY COMMUNICATION: A good relationship will not make communication difficult for you. You must be able to communicate exactly what you are thinking and feeling (of course in a respectful manner) without the fear of being judged or unfairly criticized.

7. Healthy Conflict Resolution: Disagreements are inevitable in any relationship, but how they are resolved is crucial. Healthy relationships involve constructive conflict resolution, where both parties listen, compromise, and work towards solutions.

8. PHYSICAL ATTRACTION: while this area has been grossly abused, it still remains one of the determinant to ascertain if a relationship is good for you or not. The moment how he/she looks is a concern to you, you have to think twice about it.

9. COMPATIBILITY: This is huge in the equation of success in romantic relationship. Emotional compatibility, intellectual compatibility, compatibility of values, lifestyle compatibility, spiritual compatibility etc. are very critical to the success of your relationship. Incompatibility is the leading cause of complications in relationships.

10. PERSONAL GROWTH - A good relationship should help you grow as a person. A good relationship should help you to be the best version of yourself; it shouldn’t do the opposite.

Adewunmi Oladele © 2024

1. Rushing the Relationship: Rushing the love process is like planting seeds too close together; they might sprout, but they’ll never fully bloom. The best relationships are built on patience and understanding, not speed.

2. Overlooking Red Flags: Seeing red flags and choosing to ignore them is like steering your ship toward a storm and hoping it will pass. Ignoring red flags is like setting yourself up for a relationship that’s built on false promises.

3. Trying to Change the Other Person: Entering a relationship with the intent to change someone is loving them for what you want them to be, not for who they are. If you don't love them for who they are, it might be wise to move on.

4. Having unrealistic expectation: Creating unrealistic expectations and ideals can lead to disappointment when the relationship doesn't meet those standards. Genuine connection comes from embracing reality, not fantasy.

5. Over-Reliance on Technology: Relying too much on text messages or social media for communication can paint a picture, but it often fails to reflect the true essence of a relationship. Technology can connect us across distances, but it often disconnects us from genuine human intimacy.

6. Not Setting Boundaries: "Without clear boundaries, relationships can become a battleground of unmet needs and unspoken resentments. Set your boundaries loud and clear!

7. Failing to Be Authentic: Pretending to be someone you’re not can create a you invite your partner to love a version of you that doesn’t truly exist. Being yourself is the best gift you can give in a relationship.

8. Neglecting Individual Needs: Neglecting your own needs in a relationship is like trying to fill others’ cups from an empty one. Meeting your own needs ensures that you bring your best self to the relationship, rather than a version of you that's disgruntled and dissatisfied.

9. Focusing Too Much on Physical Attraction:
Focusing solely on physical attraction is like admiring a book by its cover; the real story is found within. Relying only on physical attraction can lead to a shallow relationship.

10. Avoiding Difficult Conversations: Facing challenging topics head-on is crucial for a relationship to grow; avoidance only delays the inevitable and fosters misunderstandings.

© Adewunmi Oladele 2024

Love is like a dance. It requires two willing partners moving in sync with one another.


This is me telling you not to be so carried away with the euphoria of the dance and the music you don’t even know that your partner is no longer in the dance with you.


Romantic relationships have to do with rhythm and momentum.


Being alert to the rhythms of your romantic relationship is paramount. It is your responsibility to recognize when your dance partner is stepping back rather than forward.


When he is emotionally but slowly turning down the volume on your favourite song— so subtly, but oh-so surely.


When your partner's feelings start to fade, there are often noticeable signs that can help you understand what's going on.


Now, let's tackle this delicate subject head-on, arming you with the insights to help you spot the tell-tale signs of disinterest, so you can decide whether to stay on the dance floor or graciously bow out.


1. YOUR INTUITION WILL NOT BE QUIET:


As a woman, you have what is called INTUITION inbuilt into you by God. It is that little voice in the back of your mind whispering something's wrong.


It is your security system. It is like a fire alarm. It helps you to detect impending danger without a practical proof.


That is the superiority of the female intelligence – the ability to know that something is wrong without being able to substantiate it.


Its incredible how that works, but its true!


Tuning into your intuition doesn't mean jumping to conclusions; rather, it means giving yourself permission to explore those doubts with honesty and courage.


Remember, your feelings are valid—don't let them be drowned out by the noise of wishful thinking.


2. HE PUTS HIMSELF IN THE BUSY MODE:


When a man is in love, it shows. He is never too busy to forget that you exist. If there is anything he is busy with right now, it is you and his dreams about you.


He will squeeze himself to meet up with your dates and outings, no matter the level of inconvenience.


However, when the frequency of "I'm sorry its work, ohhhh, my boss gave me more work to do so I won’t be able to meet up " starts to exceed the occasions of shared popcorn, it might be time to tune into what these patterns are broadcasting about your partner's level of interest.


Pay attention to the quality of the excuses. Is " Oh, I’m hanging out with the boys" really a compelling reason to cancel dinner plans? Probably not.


Finally, when plans collapse, does he drop the "Let's reschedule" line or does he just forgets about it altogether?


If you find yourself always initiating plans, or if your text or whatsapp messages are starting to feel like lonely little boats moving aimlessly on the ocean of silence attracting no response or late response, that's a red flag staring you in the face.


3. HE STOPS CHASING YOU:


A man is a hunter ( in the good sense of the word ). A man is supposed to be the one chasing in a correct relationship and not the other way round.


The more a man is interested, the hotter he chases his love object, in which case is a relationship with you.


However, when he starts slowing down with you. He doesn't chase you as he used to and you have not been sleeping with him, baby girl, there is fire on the mountain.


4. HE STARTS BEING OBJECTIVE:


Love is not objective. Love is subjective. In fact, love is oppressive ( in a positive sense ). Love is highly flammable. When a man is sincerely in love, he is consumed by his love object.


Ladies, please be sensitive. Whenever he calls you, it must be for something in particular.


He no longer calls you just to hear your angelic voice. He doesn't call you just because he is missing you again. You might need to take a few steps away from the relationship and re-check what you
call a relationship.


What you call a relationship might be a heart break in the making, waiting for a future day to happen.


Finally, if acknowledges the issues and is ready to actively work towards rebuilding the relationship, it may be worth giving it another chance.


However, if the lack of interest persists or there is a fundamental mismatch in values and goals, it may be time to consider moving on.


Remember, making a decision about the future of the relationship is never easy.


No matter what you decide, remember to prioritize your mental health and focus on your own happiness and well-being.


Trust that there is someone out there who will appreciate and cherish you for who you are.


Adewunmi Oladele © 2024

Ever found yourself paddling a canoe where your partner won't even splash a toe in the water? That's a little like being in a one-sided relationship: you're doing all the work while they're just catching fun by watching!

And have you ever found yourself in the final scene of a romantic movie, scratching your head, wondering if the love story is heading for a twist or a full stop?

It's crucial to spot the signs of romantic disinterest to prevent a solo voyage of wasted time and emotional energy.

The ability to unravel the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) cues, will help you to navigate your way to clearer skies and calmer seas—or at least save yourself from an impending storm.

Realizing her loss of interest early enough will help you to protect your feelings and save you the heartache of watering a dead plant.

It will also save your precious time. Why should you be building castles in the air when you could be constructing a solid foundation elsewhere?

This write up is like your love detector, designed to pick up the signals that might indicate your leading lady is ready to exit garden of love.

1. SHE LETS THINGS SLIDE:
When a lady is no longer interested, she will let things slide. It’s much like allowing the sleeping dog to lie.

She will begin to take things easy with you. Ecstasy has jumped out of the window for her. She is trying to cool down the temperature, turn off the gas before letting go of you

She will withdraw all her emotional inputs and entanglements with you before bidding you good bye.

Please take note, once a lady is emotionally out of a relationship, she is finally out

2. SHE PUTS HERSELF IN A FORGETFUL MODE:
She forgets your birthday. She forgets your daily or weekly schedules or time out together. She forgets to say thank you for the gifts you gave or sent to her.


She forgets to introduce you to her pastor, friends or parents. She forgets to tell you she is travelling.

She forgets you pray together at the time you both normally do. She forgets to find how your weekend is going to look like.

Ultimately, she is trying to forget you and everything that has to do with you; such that when she is properly out of the relationship, you are properly forgotten.

She is trying to let go of the memory of you before finally letting go of you.

3. SHE IS BEING OVERCAUTIOUS:
Anyone who throws caution in the wind in a relationship has been ill-advised. However, over-caution is another extreme that needs to be clearly examined.

When she is overly cautious of the amount of information she is giving you about herself, then she is already giving the relationship a re-think.

When she begins to censor and filter things about her she gets across to you. She can’t be transparently open to you any longer.

She answers your questions with indirect and vague answers with no clarity.

When this happens, she is few steps away from the relationship you thought belong to both of you.

She is beginning to withdraw back into her shell and very soon, she is going to crawl away, slowly, steadily but certainly.


4. SHE IS VERY NORMAL WITH YOU:
Her smiles are normal. Her feelings are normal. Her desires are normal. Her opinions are normal. There is normal about a blissfully enjoyable relationship.

Your feelings for each other are supposed to be above normal. Your desires for each other should be above normal. Your desire to be in the company of each other should break normal boundaries.

She should be feeling on top of the world about her relationship with you. The moment her excitement cools down slowly to normal something is cooking underneath.

She asks you fewer but shallow questions. She is getting passive in the relationship. The things that should bother her or raise questions in her don’t even get her attention any longer.

Gradually, she will move from being normal to being formal with you. These are withdrawal symptoms are you will need to be detective of them so you will not be caught unaware.

Finally, while it's tempting to view these signs through rose-colored glasses, misinterpreting them as mere mind games, it's critical to approach the situation with maturity and respect.

As hard as it is, start preparing yourself for the possibility that this relationship has probably run its course. A void denial and face what’s really going on.

Adewunmi Oladele © 2024

Lordsugar:
Interesting perspective, keep it up!

You are welcome. I'm glad you like it!

1. Self-Respect: The greatest gift you can give yourself is self-respect. It should never be compromised in a relationship. Your partner should uplift you, not belittle you.

2. Independence: A healthy relationship allows both partners to grow individually while growing together. Independence keeps you balanced and fulfilled.

3. Personal Goals: Never let a relationship derail your personal or professional ambitions. Your goals and dreams are important and should be supported, not sacrificed.

4. Identity: In a relationship, being yourself is the key to authenticity and meaningful connection. Never trade who you are for someone else's approval

5. Boundaries: Your relationship should not erode your right to say 'no'; it should respect your boundaries and choices in every situation.

6. Happiness: Any relationship that seems to take away your right to feel happy and loved is one that is failing to provide the positive influence you need. Seek a relationship that brings joy and contentment.

7. Time for Yourself: Your relationship must take into account the positive impact of personal time on your overall well-being, ensuring that both partners can thrive individually and together. It’s healthy to have time for yourself even when in a relationship.

8. Friends and Family: Don't ever get isolated from your support network; a loving relationship should encourage and support your connections with friends and family. A healthy relationship should not isolate you from loved ones.

9. Freedom: While relationships involve compromise, you should still have the freedom to make choices about your life and decisions.

10. Financial Stability: Your financial independence must be safeguarded; be wary of relationships that place your financial security at risk or demands unnecessary sacrifices.

Adewunmi Oladele © 2024
adaewunmiemmanuel@gmail.com
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Is your relationship giving you a sleepless night?
Literally speaking, it is killing you?
Has it become your only nightmare?
There is no need to worry.
The following are the things you need to do:

1. REFUSE TO DIE:

A bad relation will definitely aim at nothing, but your heart. When the heart breaks down, everything breaks down.
However, you must put up a fight – refuse to die! Why would you allow a mere relationship that has not even ended in marriage to send you to an early grave? Even if it eventually ends in marriage, no relationship is worth dying for – you are not Jesus Christ!!!
Fight for your dear life. Fight like a warrior.
Fight like a champion. Fight to regain your sanity.
Please, protect your heart and preserve your life.

Most people don’t know how delicate the heart is, before giving it out on the platter of relationship. Refuse to die, and you shall not die in Jesus name.

Some relationships are not what they call them. They are war zones, with war planes, sirens blaring, bombs dropping with trouble everywhere. However, you must make up your mind to stay afloat. If you die, that guy or lady will still end up getting married to someone else… is that how your own life will now end? God forbid!!!

Don’t let it kill you. Determine that you will come out of it alive. Shake it off, bounce back from the tumultuous effect of that relationship.
Stay alive for yourself, your destiny and your future.

2. KILL THE RELATIONSHIP:

Now that you are alive, kill the relationship. That is what to do to a relationship like that. Kill it. If you don’t kill it on time, God forbid, it will kill you. Don’t wait for the relationship to die a natural death. Snuff life out of it by yourself. In simple terms, end the relationship. Now that you survived it, don’t allow the relationship see the light of day anymore – let it go!

Some of us have a problem letting relationships go, even though it has suddenly become a threat to our very existence. Certain relationships must be killed. Relationship is not by force. Therefore, any relationship that is making life difficult for you must be strangled to death. Kill it fast and kill it on time. Kill it now, tomorrow might be too late.

3. DON’T RUSH INTO ANOTHER ONE IMMEDIATELY

Having survived the gruesome effect of a suffocating relationship, don’t rush into another one immediately. If you do, you will enter that new relationship with fresh wounds and injuries which your new partner will have to hit the ground nursing immediately. That relationship has failed before starting.

You shouldn’t be in a hurry to enter a new relationship. Infact, what you need now is not a relationship. What you need is healing. You are hurting right now. Remember the saying, “a hurting person hurts”. Take it a step further, a wounded person will re-open old wounds in others and an injured person is bound to inflict injuries on others.

If proper care is not taken, that can become a negative pattern until the severity of the wound will strip you of the opportunity to find new relationships that are positively productive. The wounds begin to stink so much that your potential suitors can now smell it from afar.
Get the needed healing. Wait for some time. There is virtue in waiting. Don’t rush yourself. Ensure you are ready for a new relationship before you embark on one. You will not fail

4. WHAT WAS THE LESSON AFTERALL?

Every mistake we make in life offers us invaluable lessons for acceleration. When we make mistakes in relationships, one must be able to sit himself or herself down and find out what lessons was learnt from that wrong relationship.
Eventually, the real mistake you will make is not learning anything from the mistakes of the past. Now that you have dusted yourself up from the mistake of the past, in addition, you have also allowed your healing to take place; what are those things you did in the previous failed relationship that you are not going to repeat in this new one?

You must definitely have a list of things you are going to do differently – that is what makes the difference eventually! You must have new resolves and new resolutions. You must have reinvigorated determination based on knowledge of the necessary changes to make so as not to enter painful relationships again.

One important thing you must bring into your new relationship are lessons learnt from the previous one and how you will appropriate those lessons into the new one to make a success out of it. That is what it means to be smart.

5. GO FOR KNOWLEDGE

It is not enough to look for the lessons learnt from your previously bad relationship. You need to go for knowledge on what made that relationship go wrong.

Knowledge is your search light. Sometimes, as much as you try to rip that bad relationship open in retrospect on the lookout for lessons, you may not find anything. You might just go blank. Sometimes you don’t even know which questions to ask. That is why you then need to go for knowledge. Knowledge is your searchlight.

It reveals to you the right questions to ask. It gradually opens the eyes that have been blinded by love, lust, emotions and unnecessary sentiments.

© Adewunmi Oladele
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Everyday247:
You're on point 💯
In fact one of the greatest benefits of being single is that if a zombie apocalypse were to suddenly occur you can just pack a few things and just go live inside an abandoned well.
Married people will never enjoy this benefit.

Thanks for lending your voice to this!

Zaheertyler:
Are you sure?

Absolutely sure!

1. Singleness is not a curse. No one should be ashamed of singleness. It is not a death sentence. It is not something to run away from. Neither is it something to hastily transition from. Most people rush out of singleness as if it is a curse. We grow out of singleness, we don’t rush out of it.

2. Singleness is that season of life where boys become men and girls become women. It is a very important season of life. That is the place where destiny is either made or maimed.
Singleness is the season of life that sets the pace for the other seasons of life. It is the bedrock of destiny
Singleness is your advantage. It is never a deficit. It is a plus any day, anytime.

3. Singleness has a life span. It doesn’t last for eternity. It is a chapter in your life story, not the entire book. You won’t have a second best shot at it; so, enjoy it while it lasts. Just as seasons change, so too does the phase of singleness eventually evolve into a new one when you get married. It is the ultimate test of endurance. Don't worry, it’s not a lifetime sentence. It just feels like it sometimes.

4. Singleness is not a disease, neither is it a sickness. If you treat singleness as a sickness or a disease you will attempt to strangle it to death untimely by rushing out of it and when you rush out of it untimely, you can be abruptly and regretfully rushed back into it (God forbid!). Singleness is not a disease one should be sick and tired of. It should be enjoyed as much as possible. Don’t rush out of it, grow out of it.

5. It really matters how you transition out of singleness. Yes, the way you exit singleness is so critical—because clearly, your single life was just a rehearsal for the 'real' relationship drama called marriage. It’s not just about swapping ‘me-time’ for ‘we-time’ - it’s about adjusting to a new way of life completely. Do everything possible to ensure you get it right.

6. Singleness is not helplessness. Quit peeping through the window to your friends already married, while you wallow in the ocean of self-pity for yourself, instead of using that same time to get prepared for your own marriage. Singleness is the time for preparations.

7. Singleness is not loneliness. Singleness is a chance to focus on yourself and pursue your passions. Loneliness comes from not
appreciating your own company. The joy of your own company is a beautiful gift, embrace and enjoy it while it lasts. One can be married and still be lonely. Marriage does not all by itself terminate loneliness.

8. Singleness is not carelessness. It is not the time to throw caution in the wind, rather it is the time to employ a lot of caution. Singleness is not the time for sexual adventure. Rather, it is the time for destiny adventure.
The seeds you sow while you are single will germinate and flourish when you get married. So, be careful what you sow.

9. Singleness is not incompleteness. Marriage on the other hand is not the proof of completeness. If you get married because of the deficit of incompleteness, that incompleteness will follow you into marriage.
Singleness connotes wholesomeness. You should be single and complete. You should be single and happy. You should be single and upbeat about life. You should be single and fulfilled. You should be single and full of energy.

10. Over extended singleness only tells you one thing; you are not ready yet. It should be promptly dealt with however by working on oneself getting prepared for marriage without entertaining worry.
Remember, it is better to be single hoping to get married than to be married and regretfully trying hard to return back to singleness.
I pray for you today, that you will enjoy your singleness and get correctly married as at when due in Jesus name (Amen)

© Adewunmi Oladele
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1. Perhaps, It seems like everyone from your nosy aunt to your well-meaning friends, or even strangers, can't help but ask the most dreaded question “Why are you not yet married?”. For many young men and women, the pressure to get married can be overwhelming.

2. First of all, let’s clarify that there is nothing wrong with you just because you haven't found someone to walk down the aisle with. You are perfectly normal.

3. Secondly marriage is a deeply personal decision. It is a personal journey. Everyone has their own unique journey, and what works for one person may not necessarily work for another.

4. Life unfolds differently for everyone. You cannot schedule your life with the watch on another man’s wrist. You will put yourself under unnecessary pressure.

Having said that, what if you're tired of waiting? What if you're tired of answering the never-ending questions about your single status? Well, take control of your own destiny!

5. The desire for marriage is a universal desire. This is because, ‘male and female created He them’ No matter your achievements in life, there is really nothing you can compare to having your life and resources to share with your family.

6. That desire no matter how you try may never let go of you and I think you need to attend to it. This might be the elephant in the room for you and you need to look that elephant in the face and say, "I am bringing you down"

The following may be responsible for people not getting married as at when due.

7. PRESSURE
When there is too much pressure on you especially by people who seems to care, family and friends alike, you might freak out leaving you in a state of confusion.

Please let them know that when you are ready, you will let them know.

Your getting married is not their business, but yours. Sometimes you might need to give them a cold shoulder to get them off your back. Never make marital decision based on pressure.

8. FEAR

Another prevalent reason behind individuals remaining unmarried is the fear of committing to a lifelong partnership. The prospect of making a lifetime commitment can be daunting for many, as it entails shared responsibilities, compromise, and sacrifices.

In an era where individualism is celebrated, some people hesitate to relinquish their independence and adapt to the demands of a committed relationship.

9. UNREALISTIC EXPECTATIONS

One common unrealistic expectation people have is the belief that their partner should fulfill all their emotional needs and match all their pre-conceived notions.

They envision their ideal marriage partner as someone who understands them completely, anticipates their every emotion, and will ALWAYS be there for them.

It is unrealistic to expect one person to fulfill all our emotional needs and meet up with ALL our standards.

That happens in a movie. By having this unrealistic expectation, we risk neglecting our own responsibility of being concerned about what we bring to the table and burdening our partner with the weight of our expectations.

10. Emotional Baggage and Past Experiences:
Unresolved emotional baggage and past negative experiences can significantly impact an individual's readiness for marriage.

Heartbreak, betrayal, or traumatic events can foster feelings of distrust. This can make it difficult for you to open yourself up to a new relationship and fully commit to a life partner.

Without addressing and healing these emotional wounds, the path to marriage may be hindered.

Adewunmi Oladele © 2024
adaewunmeemmanuel@gmail.com
facebook: adewunmi oladele

1. Know Yourself First: Understand your own needs, values, and relationship goals before expecting anything from your partner.

2. Open Communication: Regularly discuss your feelings and expectations with each other to avoid misunderstandings.

3. Set SMART Goals: Ensure your relationship goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound to facilitate clarity and focus.

4. Recognize Differences: Understand that each partner may have different backgrounds and relationship expectations; embrace these differences as part of your dynamic.

5. Avoid Comparisons: Resist the urge to compare your relationship to others. Every relationship is unique, and comparison can lead to unrealistic expectations.

6. Embrace Imperfection: Understand that no relationship is perfect, and learning to accept flaws and challenges can foster resilience.

7. Prioritize Emotional Support: Aim for mutual emotional support rather than expecting your partner to fulfill all your emotional needs.

8. Be Realistic About Time: Acknowledge that building a strong relationship takes time and effort, and be patient with the process.

9. Discuss Future Plans: Have honest conversations about long-term goals (e.g., marriage, children, career aspirations) to align your visions for the future.

10. Set Boundaries: Clearly define personal boundaries and respect each other's space and individuality to maintain a healthy balance.

© Adewunmi Oladele 2024
adaewunmeemmanuel@gmail.com
Facebook: Adewunmi Oladele

1. Avoid Keeping Secrets:
A relationship built on secrets is like a house built on sand. It will eventually crumble. Secrets are the termites of relationships. Honesty is the currency of trust in any relationship. A relationship is only as strong as the honesty it’s built on.

2. Encourage Vulnerability:
Vulnerability is the birthplace of trust; without it, trust cannot grow. A relationship without vulnerability is like a garden without water; it will eventually wither. Without the courage to be vulnerable, relationships become mere transactions, a surefire way to building emotional distance.

3. Be Honest and Authentic:
Be down-to-earth true to who you really are. Being true to yourself paves the way for a relationship where you can truly be loved for who you are. One advantage of this, is that you attract love that is genuine and real. The danger of not being your real self is that, your partner may end up loving a version of you that doesn’t exist.

4. Follow Through on Promises:
In a relationship, keeping promises transforms words into actions and intentions into reality. When you consistently keep your promises, you become dependable and trustworthy to your partner.

5. Avoid Assumptions:
Assumptions are the enemy of clarity and can turn small issues into large problems. Assumptions build walls where open communication should create bridges. To break the cycle of assumption, we must have the courage to ask questions and the openness to hear answers.

6. Respect Boundaries:
Respect your partner's boundaries and communicate your own. Boundaries are not walls; they are guidelines for how we wish to be treated. Ignoring someone’s boundaries is the same as ignoring their humanity.

7. Address Issues Early:
Don’t let issues linger unaddressed. The longer you let issues go unaddressed, the harder it becomes to restore harmony and trust. The best time to address an issue is before it becomes a crisis. The longer you wait to address relationship issues, the stronger and difficult they become.

8. Apologize and Forgive
When you make a mistake, offer a sincere apology and take responsibility for your actions. When apologies are withheld and forgiveness is not given, the relationship becomes a battlefield of old grievances. Really, forgiveness is a gift you give to yourself as much as to the other person, freeing you from the burden of resentment.

9. Avoid jumping to conclusions:
Jumping to conclusions is like reading the last page of a book before understanding the whole story. By not jumping to conclusions, you give yourself the opportunity to address issues with accuracy and fairness.

10. Practice Active Listening:
Active listening is not just hearing words, but it is about taking the time to understand the emotions and intentions behind them. When we don’t practice active listening, we will hear only what we want to hear and miss out on the true message.

© Adewunmi Oladele 2024
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1. Know Yourself: Take time to understand your values, interests, and what you truly desire in a partner. Self-awareness helps you choose a compatible partner.

2. Heal from Past Relationships: Reflect on past relationships and give yourself time to heal. Avoid carrying unresolved baggage into a new relationship.

3. Define Your Relationship Goals: Consider what you want from a relationship—be it long-term commitment, companionship, or something casual.

4. Build a Support System: Surround yourself with supportive friends and family. They can provide guidance and help you maintain perspective.

5. Work on Personal Growth: Focus on self-improvement areas like your career, hobbies, or physical health. Being the best version of yourself fosters a healthier relationship.

6. Establish Boundaries: Understand what boundaries are important to you and communicate them clearly to potential partners.

7. Develop Effective Communication Skills: Practice expressing your thoughts and feelings openly and listening to others. Good communication is the foundation of any healthy relationship.

8. Cultivate Emotional Resilience: Build coping mechanisms to deal with emotional challenges. Resilience helps maintain balance during ups and downs in a relationship.

9. Be Financially Independent: Work on your financial stability. Financial stress can impact relationships, so aim for financial independence.

10. Be Ready for Compromise: Understand that relationships require give and take. Be prepared to negotiate and make sacrifices for the relationship's health.
Taking these steps can help prepare you for a fulfilling and healthy and meaningful relationship.

© Adewunmi Oladele
adewunmeemmanuel@gmail.com, facebook: Adewunmi Oladele

AllBlack:
what to do

face your work, drink plenty water & have enough sleep.

I’m glad you brought that up; it’s a crucial aspect.

Oscarchims:
Ok noted

Perfect, thanks for the feedback!

Respect Him: First and foremost, respect is a fundamental human need. However, respect is one vital way to prove to a man that you love him

Show interest in his hobbies and passions, and try to partake in them together. Falling in love with a man entails falling in love with the things he is already in love with

Let him be wild sometimes: Embrace his adventurous spirit. Allow the man within him to find expression. As much as you can, allow him to explore life.

Let him fall: Men don’t like to be carried as babies. Allow him to make mistakes and learn from them. Offer your suggestions and get out of his way. He will learn to value your inputs much later, the hard way – that’s how to love a man!

Ask him questions: A man is a leader by nature. Involve him in your decision makings. Asking him questions show that you value and respect his opinions and decisions even though you disagree with them.

Set clear boundaries: Men don’t understand body language or non-verbal communication as women. Let him know your breaking point (what you can take and what you won’t); make it as plain as day to him.

Show commitment: Don’t be a fair weather partner. Always be there for him, through thick and thin, as a loyal and unwavering partner. Offer great support and a listening ear when he needs it most.

Show appreciation – Let him know how much you value and appreciate him. Recognize his efforts and express gratitude for who he is and for the things he does for you.

Embrace logic: A woman is mostly made up of emotions and that is okay. However, you have to put on the logic cap to enter a man’s world. You must find a way to balance your emotions with some amount of logic to make sense to him.

Be yourself: Let him know exactly what being your real self looks like. One great way to love a man is to be your original self around him without restrain or the fear of being misjudged or crucified.

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© Adewunmi Oladele

1. Reach Out (Carefully): If appropriate, reach out to express that you've noticed a change and ask if everything is okay. Be prepared for any response, including no response.

2. Give her space: If she's made it clear that she's no longer interested, it's important to give her space. Pressuring her or constantly trying to win her back will only push her further away.

3. Effect Closure: ensure to create a clean break from her. This is essential for you to fully commit to new relationships without lingering emotional baggage or unresolved issues from past relationships. You can do it all by yourself – just close the door.

4. Practice Empathy: Put yourself in the other person's shoes and try to understand her perspective and reasons for ending the relationship. This can help you gain perspective and foster empathy.

5. Let go of resentment: Holding onto resentment will only weigh you down. Let go of any negative feelings you have towards her and focus on healing yourself. Forgive her if you think you have been wronged.

6. Give yourself time: Healing from a broken heart takes time. Don't rush the process and allow yourself to grieve the loss of the relationship. This is not the time for you also to start thinking of a new relationship.

7. Set boundaries: It may be tempting to reach out to her, but in most cases, it's best to avoid contact. Erect a wall in between to protect your peace of mind. Don't allow yourself to be treated as a second option or a backup plan.

8. Focus on the present: Instead of dwelling on the past, focus on the present moment. Stop trying to apply medicine to what is already dead. Open a new page for yourself and never allow the previous one interfere with this new one.

9. Remember your worth: You deserve someone who is truly interested in you and values you for who you are. The person meant for you will be grateful to find comfort and security in settling down with you. Don't settle for anything less.

10. Start afresh: Take it slowly this time around. Don't rush into things. Take your time getting to know your new partner and allow the relationship to develop naturally. Building a strong foundation does not require haste, so don't feel pressured to move too quickly.

© Adewunmi Oladele

1. The Narcissist:
A Narcissist has an inflated sense of his own importance, a deep
need for excessive attention and admiration, and a lack of empathy
for others. He is manipulative, exploitative, has fragile self-esteem,
has sense of entitlement and lacks empathy – don’t marry him

2. The Commitment-Phobic:

In relationships, commitment is key. Don’t invest in someone who’s
afraid to turn the key to a future with you. Invest in relationships where
commitment is mutual. Don’t waste time on those who only offer uncertainty.
If he consistently avoids discussions about the future or commitment, it could
be a sign he's not ready for a serious relationship.


3. The Mama's Boy:
If he is overly dependent on his mother and seeks her approval in everything,
it can create tension in your relationship. He is still tied to his mother’s apron strings
– let him be!

4. The Control Freak:
This man may try to control every aspect of your life, from what you wear, to who
you see, to where you go. Someone who always needs to be in control can make
it difficult to maintain a healthy, balanced partnership.


5. The Serial Cheater:
Trust is the foundation of any successful marriage, and someone who has a history
of infidelity may not be capable of building or maintaining that trust. Don’t give what
is holy to a dog.


6. The Perpetual Adolescent: While a sense of fun and playfulness is important,
someone who refuses to take on adult responsibilities or make mature decisions
may not be ready for marriage. He is a baby husband in the making




7. The Abuser:

Whether it's physical, emotional, or psychological abuse,
any form of mistreatment should be a clear red flag.


8. The Addict:

Whether it's drugs, alcohol, gambling, or any other addiction,
being in a relationship with a man who is struggling with addiction
can be challenging and stressful. Don’t inherit a liability. Marrying a
guy with a drug addiction is like choosing a partner who will keep your
life unpredictable and your stress levels high!


9. The Unresolved Baggage Holder:
"Unresolved baggage" refers to emotional issues or traumas from the
past that have not been adequately addressed or processed. Examples
are childhood trauma, low self-esteem, identity crises, negative belief
patterns etc.

10. The Financially Irresponsible:
If a man is unable to manage his finances or constantly relies on others
for financial support, it can create stress and instability in your relationship.
Marrying a guy who is financially irresponsible is a fantastic plan if your dream
is to have endless financial crises!


Adewunmi Oladele © 2024

lilvicky68:
Just kukuma tell us to remain single

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I am laughing right now!!!

TemplarLandry:
Lol.

Glad it made you smile!

1. The Drama Queen:

A "drama queen" in a relationship is typically someone who tends
to exaggerate situations, overreact to minor issues, or create unnecessary
conflict or drama. She blows things out of proportion, plays the victim, has
frequent mood swings and emotional roller coaster, prefers dramatic arguments
and emotional outbursts etc. A relationship with this kind of lady will be
exhausting and draining, as you will always be walking on eggshells to avoid
setting off one of her emotional explosions.

2. The Gold Digger:

A gold digger is a woman who is only interested in your money and what you
can provide for her. She will expect you to foot the bill for everything and will
be more interested in your bank account than in your well-being. Marrying a
gold digger will only lead to financial ruin and heartbreak.

3. The Control Freak:

A control freak is a woman who wants to dictate every aspect of your life. She
will try to manipulate you into doing things her way and will not respect your
autonomy or independence. Marrying a control freak will lead to a stifling and
suffocating relationship where your needs and desires are constantly being
overtaken.

4. The Narcissist:

A narcissistic woman is self-absorbed and lacks empathy for others. She will
constantly seek validation and attention from you, and will be unable to truly
love or support you in return. Marrying a narcissist will leave you feeling unfulfilled
and unappreciated.

5. The Insecure Woman:

An insecure woman is filled with self-doubt and needs constant reassurance.
She will be jealous and possessive, and will be unable to trust you or build a
healthy relationship. Marrying an insecure woman will lead to constant conflict
and emotional turmoil.

6. The Manipulative Woman:

A manipulative woman is skilled at playing mind games and using emotional
manipulation to get what she wants. She will twist your words and actions to
suit her agenda, and will not hesitate to manipulate you into doing things against
your will. Marrying a manipulative woman will lead to a toxic and unhealthy relationship.

7. The High Maintenance Woman:

A high maintenance woman is demanding and materialistic. She will expect you to cater
to her every whim and will not be satisfied with anything less than perfection. Marrying
a high maintenance woman will drain your finances and your emotional well-being.

8. The Passive-Aggressive Woman:

A passive-aggressive woman is indirect in her communication and expresses her anger
or frustration through subtle means. She will not confront issues directly, but will instead
resort to underhanded tactics to get her way. Marrying a passive-aggressive woman
will lead to a lack of trust and open communication in your relationship.

9. The Unfaithful Woman:

Trust is essential in a marriage, and a woman who has a history of infidelity may not be
the best partner for a lasting relationship. She will double date, she has a bad history of
perpetually being into men. Be sure of her degree of fidelity and faithfulness being going
all the way with her into marriage

10. The Irresponsible Woman:

An irresponsible woman lacks maturity and is unable to take care of herself or her
responsibilities. She will rely on you to clean up her messes and bail her out of difficult situations.
Marrying an irresponsible woman will lead to a one-sided and unbalanced relationship
where you will be constantly burdened with her problems.

Adewunmi Oladele © 2024