Heartbreak and Healing Archives https://matchmakingcompany.com/category/heartbreak-and-healing/ Love Stories Start Here. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:54:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1 https://matchmakingcompany.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/the-matchmaking-company-favicon.png Heartbreak and Healing Archives https://matchmakingcompany.com/category/heartbreak-and-healing/ 32 32 Am I Ready to Date? Questions to Ask Yourself Before Dating Again https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/am-i-ready-to-date-questions-to-ask-yourself-before-dating-again/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:53:46 +0000 https://matchmakingcompany.com/?p=18665 Asking questions before you start dating again puts you into a mindset in which romance can deepen into trust.

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]]> Love-Bombing: A Guide to Recognizing Manipulative Behavior https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/love-bombing-a-guide-to-recognizing-manipulative-behavior/ https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/love-bombing-a-guide-to-recognizing-manipulative-behavior/#respond Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:04:43 +0000 https://matchmakingcompany.com/?p=11844 Love-bombing can be a confusing and emotionally draining experience. By understanding the signs and being mindful of your own boundaries, you can protect yourself from manipulative behavior.

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]]> https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/love-bombing-a-guide-to-recognizing-manipulative-behavior/feed/ 0 What Does Cheating Look Like? 6 Types of Infidelity https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/what-does-cheating-look-like-6-types-of-infidelity/ https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/what-does-cheating-look-like-6-types-of-infidelity/#respond Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:21:51 +0000 https://matchmakingcompany.com/?p=12400 Each person has their own definition of infidelity based on their experiences. While certain behaviors might be seen as unfaithful by some, they may not be by others. The important thing is for both partners to feel secure with the established boundaries and stay within them. Understanding these different kinds of infidelity can help you to recognize them in your past and future relationships.

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]]> https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/what-does-cheating-look-like-6-types-of-infidelity/feed/ 0 Situationships: Everything You Need to Know https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/situationships-everything-you-need-to-know/ https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/situationships-everything-you-need-to-know/#respond Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:14:41 +0000 https://matchmakingcompany.com/?p=11746 Ever been involved with someone in a way that isn’t quite a relationship, but it’s definitely more than casual dating? That’s a situationship. Unlike traditional relationships, situationships are defined by their ambiguity. This kind of connection is a romantic or sexual relationship that lacks clear boundaries or commitment. While most long-term couples have a talk to define the relationship at some point, a situationship thrives on a lack of definition.

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]]> https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/situationships-everything-you-need-to-know/feed/ 0 Burned Haystack Theory: How to Spot Real Intentions https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/burned-haystack-theory/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:56:55 +0000 https://matchmakingcompany.com/?p=17815 How do you find a needle in a haystack? You could search piece by piece, carefully sorting through what is in front of you. Or you could remove what does not matter and allow what is real to remain.

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]]> “Why Won’t He Commit?” Stop Wasting Time on the Wrong Guy https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/why-wont-he-commit-stop-wasting-time-on-the-wrong-guy/ Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:06:56 +0000 https://matchmakingcompany.com/?p=17757 You deserve to feel wanted, chosen with intention, and secure in where you stand. And when you sense things aren’t moving forward, it’s okay to step away before disappointment turns into resentment.

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]]> Emotional Distance is a Silent Relationship Killer https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/emotional-distance-is-a-silent-relationship-killer/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:04:41 +0000 https://matchmakingcompany.com/?p=17741 Emotional distance settles in slowly, between conversations, beneath routines, inside the spaces where connection used to live. More often than not, it’s the reason relationships begin to feel lonely, even when two people are still very much together.

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]]> Do Long-Distance Relationships Work? https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/do-long-distance-relationships-work/ https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/do-long-distance-relationships-work/#respond Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:05:30 +0000 https://matchmakingcompany.com/?p=13306 do LDRs work? The truth is, they’re not for everyone. They take commitment, patience, and a clear vision for the future. But for couples willing to put in the effort, distance is just another challenge to conquer together.

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]]> How to Start Dating with Intention https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/how-to-start-dating-with-intention/ https://matchmakingcompany.com/dating-tips/how-to-start-dating-with-intention/#respond Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:03:34 +0000 https://matchmakingcompany.com/?p=11811 Dating with intention is a powerful way to create meaningful and fulfilling romantic relationships. By being mindful of your actions, clear in your communication, and true to your values, you can transform your dating life and find a partner who truly complements your journey.

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