Dating

Modern dating decoded. Situationships, red flags, and everything your therapist wishes you already knew.

9 terms explained

Micro-cheating is small acts of betrayal in relationships — not full affairs, but crossing boundaries in subtle ways.

Love bombing is overwhelming someone with excessive affection early in dating to manipulate and control them.

When someone suddenly cuts off all communication without explanation. One day they're texting you back instantly, the next — complete silence.

Soft launching is posting about your relationship without fully revealing your partner — giving hints without the full reveal.

Love bombing is when someone overwhelms you with affection early on to manipulate and control you. It feels amazing until it doesn't.

A situationship is a romantic connection that's more than friends but less than a relationship. It's the undefined zone. Good luck.

The ick is a sudden, visceral feeling of disgust toward someone you're dating. One moment you're into them, the next — ick. It's over.

Red flags are warning signs that someone is bad news. 🚩 If you see them early, you can save yourself a LOT of therapy.

Green flags are the GOOD signs — the traits and behaviors that mean someone is actually worth your time. We love to see it.