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So previously we looked at the best types of sex you will have in your lifetime

Unfortunately, it won't all be amazing, whether you have one partner or many in your life, bad sex will be encountered. 

1. Drunk Sex

You think it was great at the time until you wake up, unsatisfied and with a note slipped under the door asking you to quietly shut the f*** up. 

2. First Time Sex

No, we don't mean first time sex with your new beau, we mean first time sex ever. Nightmare. 

3. Quiet, Awkward Sex

In films there’s loud breathing, panting, Barry White and a thunder storm. In your bed there’s the sound of squeaking flesh and a silence so dense you could swim through it. You’re actually pretty sure that you can hear your next door neighbour's cat killing its next prey. There goes a fire alarm in the next street. Oh and their knee just clicked. It’s actually so damn awkward that you’re secretly kind of hoping someone's phone rings, if only to break the silence.

4. Sex With No Benefits

All give and no receive makes us unhappy women. Not to mention frustrated. 

5. Sympathy Sex

Of course none of us have ever slept with someone purely out of sympathy. Of course not, that’d be a totally terrible reason for sleeping with someone, after all. Whether they had a bad day in work, discovered that they had insufficient funds or failed to get into their favourite jeans, sometimes the only way to ensure that they’re feeling better, is to have sex with them. It's a sacrifice, like a white lie of sorts. "Of course I want to shimmy in my sexy underwear instead of getting into my dressing gown and watching True Detective while eating Frosties from the box."

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Guys have no problem with hooking up with someone or even having a booty call but when it comes to being in a relationship they are always a bit more cautious. The thought of commitment can make a guy feel skeptical about making it official, so he will usually have some reasons not to go for it.

Here are the excuses that guys use not to be in a relationship:

1. "I just got out of a bad relationship"
They might have got out of a bad relationship, but that was actually 3 years ago. There comes a point where you’re past that phase and are just single again. It’s just a defense mechanisim used so that they don’t have to commit to anything.

2. "I’m super busy right now"
We all have busy lives but we still make time to be with the people we like. It’s an easy excuse to use because no one’s going to question it if it’s work or college related. If it’s to do with your job, it’s more plausible, but if it’s to do with college work then we all know you can put it off.

3. "I don’t want to ruin our friendship"
If you’re actually good friends, but things have escalated between the two of you, this is when a guy would use this line. It’s actually nice that he is considering your friendship, but if you have been more than just friends for a while,  he clearly is having doubts.

4. "I just want to focus on my career"
So basically he has an app idea and he isn’t  sure what it is yet. Your life doesn’t have to go on hold when you’re trying to find a career, in fact, having that support behind them will only motivate them further.

5. "We don’t really have anything in common"
This is actually a common misunderstanding about relationships,  that you have to like everything they like. It’s better to have the same values or morals than some trivial similar interests. You learn to like different things in relationships, so this is a bad excuse.

6. "I’m still immature"
Guys can have their moments of immaturity, but when it comes down to it, they know how to behave like an adult. Acting immature probably just means he would rather hook up with girls than be tied down.

7. "I want to enjoy college"
Basically, he is saying that he doesn’t want to be in a relationship with you because he would rather have a few one night stands instead. We all want to enjoy college, but if you get on really well together and see eye to eye, then maybe you should take a leap of faith.

8.  "I’m still finding myself"
It can take people up until their 30's to “find” themselves and even then they still have a lot more to figure out. You will be waiting a long time to be in a relationship if you’re waiting to see who you really are. You will find out more about yourself by being with someone else.

9.  "I want to take things slow"
It’s always better not to rush into a relationship, but if things are progressing a bit too slow, then he is stalling. He doesn’t want things to progress that fast and still needs time to think things over.  If it’s been over a year and you’re still not official then what's the point of hanging around.

10. "I’m not in the right place emotionally"
Guys aren’t very emotional creatures, compared to women anyway, so if a guy uses this as an excuse he is hiding something. It’s a sure fire way of dodging the bullet and he is getting all the benefits of being in a relationship without actually being in one.

11. "It’s not you, it’s me"
This a very polite way of saying that "I don’t what to be tied down to being in a relationship, but I still want to hang out with you." Clearly, he is just keeping his options open and  is still playing the field. If you’re not getting what you want out of the this then it’s time to move on.

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Let’s face it, everyone loves a bit of random flirting, be they male or female. In a shop, at the bar, on the street, a randomer finding you physically appealing enough to start a conversation with you can sometimes be the highlight of your day. 

There are certain places however where being chatted up can only end in disaster:

1. An STI Clinic

There's going to be questions asked, don't say we didn't warn you…

2. A Courtroom

"Soooo…what did you do?"

3. At a Family Occasion

Yes that cute waiter may have winked at you at your granny’s 80th birthday but proceed with caution. For the majority of your relations you are still twelve and nothing will shatter that illusion quicker than playing tonsil tennis in their presence. Don’t do it.

4. At Work

Unless you’ve landed some form of a dream job the majority of students part-time occupations are boring, demanding, smelly or all three. Sometimes a customer might make a suggestive comment that makes you blush or a co-worker might give you a flirtatious nickname but you’re probably too tired/stressed/sticky to notice. Save it for the Christmas party.

5. A Bathroom Line

I know you just peed and haven’t washed your hands. Step away.

6. The Lingerie Section

There’s only three reasons any straight lad should be in a lingerie section.

a) They’re picking up something for their other half.

b) They like smelling women’s underwear or

c) They’ve gotten lost in a Father Ted-style incident and are desperately trying to escape. Only in the third case should you return the conversation.

7. During the Walk of Shame

Last night’s dress, banshee hair, panda make up and carrying stilettos. No one looks good this way. 

8. When on a Date with Someone Else

Nothing will kill any potential romance there could be faster.

9. McDonald’s at 4am

Just the food, seriously. 

10. Any Form of Public Transportation after 9pm

Nothing good happens at night. Your Mammy warned you about this.

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It looks like Ariana Grande and Big Sean’s relationship has been confirmed!

Though it has been rumoured that they were dating, nothing had yet been acknowledged by either Big Sean or Ariana – but you know what they say: 'actions speak louder than words'!

The two were first linked following Big Sean’s messy break-up from Naya Rivera break-up last April.

The cute new couple were seen holding hands by the MTV behind-the-scenes camera at last night’s VMA Awards.

Naya was said to be livid about the rumoured relationship between Ariana and Big Sean, despite her shock wedding last month to Ryan Dorsey. 

Ariana is also just out of a relationship, having broken up with Jai Brooks last month. 

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Irish actor Robert Sheehan has spilled the beans on his new romance with stunning actress Sofia Boutella.

In an interview on RTE 2fm with Eoghan McDermott, the former Love/Hate actor admitted that he is dating his Jet Trash co-star.

Not only can she act, but Sofia is also a dancer who has performed alongside Madonna and Michael Jackson.

Now, that’s pretty cool!

When asked who was the last person he saw in the nude, Robert replied “it was a girl called Sofia.”

Lucky gal!

He then revealed she is his “lovely other half” and the couple are said to have been dating for the past number of months.

 

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Oh no! It looks like Chloë Moretz and Julian Moraes are officially an item!

The two were spotted holding hands in New York and looking very sweet and in love recently.

But…what about Brooklyn Beckham?!

It had previously been rumoured that the Carrie actress was dating the oldest Beckham when they were spotted skateboarding together.

So, what is happening now then?

To make the situation even more baffling, Brooklyn attended Chloë's premiere of her new movie, If I Stay earlier this week.

Unfortunately, it seems as if Chloë and Brooklyn may just be friends, if not, she probably has some explaining to do about that handholding…

It has been reported that Chloë and Julian have been together for some time now, this note, reading simply: "I love you, J" was shared with her followers on Instagram back in January, so it looks like the two are still going strong.

We were really rooting for Brooklyn…

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We really did think these two would never, ever, ever get back together (sorry).

It has been rumoured today that Taylor Swift and her ex-boyfriend, John Mayer have been seeing each other again, after being spotted at the same place recently.

Taylor and John dated for three months back in 2009 but had a rather bad break-up that resulted in Taylor writing the not-so-flattering ballad, Dear John.

He did not appreciate the gesture, needless to say: “It made me feel terrible”, he said, “Because I didn’t deserve it.”

However, now it seems like all may be forgiven between the two after they were both seen exiting the Chateau Marmont last night – could they be seeing each other again?!

The sighting comes only three days after Taylor released the video for her hit song, Shake It Off, which has instantly become a hit.

The song is also said to be a diss against Taylor's exes – John included. We wonder how that went down over dinner?! 

 

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It's good to be single lots of the time, as much as it is to be in a relationship. But certain times in your life can be better when you're single. Maybe it's that you'll be away and miss them, or sometimes it's just to feel free. 

1. When You Want To Travel

Everyone claims that they want to travel the world, but few actually go out there and do it. It’s especially difficult to do if you’re in a relationship and your partner doesn’t see adventuring as being high on the list of priorities. When you’re single you have no one else’s feelings on the matter to take into consideration, just a plane ticket and hope.

2. On A Girls Holiday

There’s always that one poor relationship bound sap who spends their whole lads/ girls holiday desperately trying to avoid temptation, while watching their single friends clean up on action. It’s not that you even want to latch yourself face first on to the nearest possible target, it’s just that the choice to do so, is the best part of all. You’ll never know what tomorrow has in store when you’re a singleton, after all.

3. On Nights Out

Being single in a nightclub (Coppers, for example),  is what being single is all about. Getting ready, thinking about the night ahead, no jealous partner sitting at home texting you every few minutes. You’re free to flirt with, get drinks off and meet whomever you wish.

4. When You’re Studying

There’s no greater distraction than a relationship when you’re trying to get your head in the study game. You’re cramming months worth of crap into your head, when all you really want is to go and be loved up. The only option is to turn your phone off in the vague hope that they won’t distract you for twenty minutes. Alas, you can kiss all of these problems goodbye when you’re single. No love woes, no distractions, no problem.

5. During Your College Years

Being in college and being single is the perfect combination. Like tea and toast, eggs and bacon, cereal and milk (mmm…bacon). You’re free to experiment, meet new and interesting people, do whatever it is that you want to do. No long distance other half at home, crying down the phone to you. Bliss.

6. At A Festival

Couples at a festival are like a bad cold that you just can’t shift. One of them is most definitely there out of pure habit and both are trying to avoid an inevitable blow up from occurring. Being single at a festival means the freedom to go and see whatever band tickles your fancy, dancing until 6am if you feel like it and best of all, you’d never know who could end up in your tent…

7. During A Shopping Spree

Who wants to be that boyfriend? You know, the one who sits there with sixteen bags hanging off his arm, pained expression to boot, wishing he was anywhere else but here. 

8. During The World Cup

The world cup for anyone not interested in football, was like an extended bout of crippling stomach cramps. Horrific. Painful. Uncomfortable. All the single football hating beings out there got to avoid this painful time and for that they are eternally grateful.

9. When You See How Miserable Your ‘Loved Up’ Friends Are

There’s always a few couples who should clearly not be together, it’s as obvious as the sky is grey. Why they don’t break up is the burning question on everyone’s lips. Why would they, sure isn’t making everyone else around them uncomfortable the whole point of being in a relationship anyway? Rest assured that they spend 90% of the time looking at your carefree single life and crying internally. You’ve got it all.

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Ah, the blind date. People in relationships LOVE to fill their single friends full of wine and then trick them into agreeing to go out with ‘this guy they work with’, do they not? Here are some tips on how to get through it in one piece!

Keep your expectations low
You need to keep your expectations REALLY low, ok? Like, down in the gutter low. Well, at least in terms of your romantic prospects with this guy. The best thing is not to think of it as a date at all. It’s just a regular night out, with someone new. How fun! No? Still not convinced? Read on, so….

DO Facebook stalk them beforehand
Yeah, yeah, yeah, Facebook stalking is bad, we know. But it’s better to have SOME idea of who you’re going to meet before you walk into the bar. It’ll help you think of things to talk about as well – just look through the pages they’ve liked and try to think of some conversations in that area. Don’t try and find their ex-girlfriend though. There’s no point comparing yourself to his past!

Quiz your friend
Well, this is all their fault after all, isn’t it? The least they can do is answer a few questions. Good questions to ask include:

  • Does he get around much?
  • Can he drive?
  • How much does he love his mammy?
  • Is he a serial relationship guy?
  • Has he ever done a stint in jail?
  • Has he got road frontage? (for country guys)

Setting up the date
He’ll probably send you an awkward text introducing himself and asking where you’d like to meet. It is vital – VITAL – that you meet somewhere that doesn’t force you to spend more than like, one hour with the guy. The cinema is kind of the exception to the rule because at least you won’t have to talk to him, but if he hints at a romantic five course meal, do NOT agree.

When you’re on the date
Some basic tips for any date really:

  • Don’t get too personal
  • Don’t talk about your ex
  • Don’t leave it up to him to make all the conversation
  • Make sure to offer to pay, you don’t want him thinking you’re a cheapskate

Saying goodbye
If it went well, this will be easy. Whether or not you want to go in for a kiss is up to you, but do make it clear that you enjoyed yourself. But if you didn’t enjoy yourself, the best thing is just to thank him for his time (in a less formal way, obvs) and make no mention of meeting, or texting again. If it was that bad he’ll probably have an inkling himself anyway. Good luck!

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There's a lot of pros and cons to having a friend with benefits – it works for some, doesn't work for most. Here are the expectations of having a friend with reality….and what you actually get. 

1. No Strings Attached

The Expectation

Sex all the time whenever you feel like it.

 

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The Reality

Hook ups occur randomly, usually after a drunken night out, nothing is ever clearly defined.

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2. “We’re just friends”

The Expectation

This is a simple thing that doesn’t need to be defined *Shrugs*

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The Reality

Having to constantly define your ‘friendship’ to all your friends. (the ones you don’t have sex with..)

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3. ”I’m totally in control of this arrangement”

The Expectation

I can stay emotionally unattached to this person

Whatever

The Reality

I am not a robot and am in danger of falling for this person. Crap. 

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4. User or the one being used?

The Expectation

I’m happy with this arrangement where I sleep with this person whenever I like.

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The Reality

I'm getting a little jealous and I can't stop it. 

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4. Comfortable or too comfortable?

Expectation

It’s nice to feel totally at home with someone.

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The Reality

This person just farted in front of me. This is not okay.

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5. The fine line between being a friend with benefits and a booty call

Expectation

This is a balanced, equal arrangement.

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Reality

They only ever call you late at night and when you try to arrange it they are always busy . “Holy crap, I’m a booty call”

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6. How healthy is it to be a FWB?

The Expectation

I like this situation but have no idea how long it will continue for..

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The Reality

Is this actually stopping me from moving to a better place in my life?

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This. Is. Amazing.

So, by now it looks as if there may be some real truth to the rumour that Jennifer Lawrence and Chris Martin are dating.

The news comes not long after Jennifer’s split from long-term boyfriend, Nicholas Hoult, was announced and only a week after it was revealed Chris’s ex, Gwyneth Paltrow, is dating Glee’s co-creator, Brad Falchuk.

So far, the best thing to come out of this unusual coupling (sorry…) is their, quite frankly, hilarious nickname.

Let’s face it, it was never going to work with their first names, was it? Instead, the focus was shifted to their surnames and Martin Lawrence was born.

Yes, that’s right, real Martin Lawrence, Jennifer and Chris just stole your name. You’ll have to find a new one. 

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There are a whole variety of things responsible for leading you to dump someone. Too clingy, very loud, being a cheat. If someone’s not right for you, you just know.

However, for every perfectly feasible reason out there, there are a thousand shitty ones. Read on and get some inspiration for yourself. Just don’t say I told you.

1. You’re Not Ready For A Relationship Despite Being 23 Years Of Age

What she said. 

2. They Consider Take-Away To Be A Delicacy

Don't be a food snob. They like what they like – if you stick with them think of all the ingenious ways you can try to get some kale into them. Exciting!

3. They Drink Blue WKD

Erm…really? We'll let this one slide. 

4. You Think You’ll Get Way Better

With an ego as large as yours, you should be so lucky.

5. There’s A Justin Bieber Album On Their IPod

Actually, this is a pretty valid reason to dump them. What the hell were you thinking?

6. They Live More Than 15 Minutes Away

Lazy. This is not 1764. We have cars and stuff now.

7. Their Clothes Are Terrible

So dress them! Duh. If Kanye did it for Kim, you can do it for your man. 

8. You Have A Sneaking Suspicion That Their Sister Is A Bit Of A Bi***

So what if she is. You don’t have to go out with her, after all. 

9. They Don’t Pay For Absolutely Everything

How shocking, this must be the 50′s after all.

10. All Of Your Friends Are Single

You know what your mom says about doing things because other people are (don't)…

11. They Play Too Much Sports

Yes being fit, toned and healthy is a massive no no. You’re dead right on that one.

12. They Haven’t Watched Breaking Bad

This means you get to watch it all over again – so what's the issue?!

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