If you’ve spent any time in incel spaces or in the manosphere, you’ve probably heard about the infamous “666 Rule.” Six feet tall, six figures, and a six-pack. (Or six hundred horsepower, or a minimum of 6 inches…depending on who’s telling the story.) Not only does that exclude millions of…
Do you think it’s more possible that men know what women want, or that women know what women want? 👀 We know it can be a real head-scratcher for some people, so we’ll help you out: it’s women. Women know what women want, and it’s time we all started listening.…
Wouldn’t it be nice if relationships came with an instruction manual? Step 1: Say the Correct Thing™️. Step 2: Never have a misunderstanding. Step 3: Live happily ever after. Unfortunately, your partner had the audacity to be a person with their own goals and dreams and understanding of life. They…
Could your biggest obstacle to dating success be the advice you’ve been following? In this episode of @DoAsWeSayPod, @DrLizPowell and @DrNerdLove endure the trenches of r/PurplePillDebate, a supposedly neutral subreddit where you somehow end up with advice like “Men, don’t talk to women.” Huh? According to one self-proclaimed 10, “ugly”…
What’s scarier: ripping off the band-aid or peeling it off hair by hair? 👀 We’re pretty sure this is one of those things where we all know the “right” answer, but that doesn’t stop us from slowly, painfully peeling away the band-aid. Ending a relationship is no different. Sometimes a…
Everyone wants deep connection. The friction that inevitably comes with those connections? Ehh, maybe not so much, right? 😉 But the truth of the matter is that you can’t get one without the other. You’re going to have disagreements or misunderstandings. Things can get awkward. It’s all just part of…
You ever hear people or read those Reddit stories where the OP is going on and on about how amazing their husband is, but everything they say actually just sounds like a red flag? 🚩 Or…is it possible that’s you? 😬 Friend. The yogurt is not the problem. On this…
Who among us hasn’t heard, “Love conquers all?” It’s a beautiful sentiment, and we might let it slide in a romcom…but it’s terrible relationship advice. Love matters a lot, but it’s not enough to solve incompatibility, repair broken trust, or magically make people want the same future. In the best-case…
Is there a secret formula for healthy, conflict-free relationships? In this episode of @DoAsWeSayPod, @DrLizPowell and @DrNerdLove have an insightful yap session about why so many people approach dating and relationships like they’re trying to solve a logic puzzle, and why that often creates more frustration than it solves. From…
Gather ‘round for today’s lesson, everybody! @DrNerdLove is using his English degree to tell us all the difference between jealousy and envy. And for the day’s juicy-and-not-so-secret confession: @DrLizPowell thinks Sam Reid is an absolute baddie. (But who among us would disagree?) And to top it all off, we want…
You don’t get both. If you want to do whatever you want and not care how it affects other people…you probably don’t want to be in a relationship. 🤷 Healthy relationships require caring about your needs and your partner’s. So before you convince yourself that cheating, shutting down, or avoiding…
A lot of people tend to describe themselves as either jealous or not jealous, like it’s an ingrained personality trait. But jealousy doesn’t usually thrive in safe relationships. 👀 It thrives in relationships where you don’t feel like you can be honest. One where bringing up a concern gets you…
PSA: Finding someone else attractive doesn’t mean your relationship is doomed. Shocking, we know. Humans notice other humans. That’s part of life. And being attracted to someone else doesn’t automatically mean your relationship is failing. It doesn’t mean you’re cheating, and it definitely doesn’t mean you love your partner less.…
Hot take: You should never, ever, EVER go through your partner’s phone. (Yes, we’re looking at you.) 😤 Unless it’s a genuine emergency and you need to find their mom’s phone number, your partner deserves privacy…even if you’re feeling jealous. On the latest episode of @DoAsWeSayPod, @DrLizPowell and @DrNerdLove talk…
Look, we’re not saying that you aren’t right 100% of the time…except that’s exactly what we’re saying. 😘 Our perceptions impact how we understand things, and sometimes our instincts can lead us astray. And sometimes, there just isn’t anything to be “right” or “wrong” about! So if you’re treating your…
Are some people just wired for jealousy, with no hope of changing, or is it actually the check engine light for your relationship? In this episode of @DoAsWeSayPod, @DrNerdLove and @DrLizPowell discuss Psychology with Dr. Ana’s YouTube video, “Turns Out Jealousy Isn’t Always a You Problem.” The video reveals research…
Hot take: If you want to do the thing, you need to be able to talk about the thing. And you need to be able to take feedback about the thing. Our culture still treats intimacy as something shameful, so many of us treat our preferences like a dark secret…
Who would be a better lover: Marx or Mao? According to Dr. Liz, Marx was probably more generous in the bedroom. 👀 (And no, we’re not accepting historical fact-checks at this time.) Like most conversations on the @DoAsWeSayPod, we started discussing one of Reddit’s favorite hobbies: answering a question that…
Is swapping spit as casual as a handshake or as meaningful as a wedding vow? 👀 The answer is…it depends! The things we do with our partners only have the meanings we give them. For some people, exchanging bodily fluids is deeply intimate, and for others, it’s just another Tuesday.…
Have you ever thought about how much saliva affects intimacy? In this episode of @DoAsWeSayPod, @DrLizPowell and @DrNerdLove are joined by Marcin (he/him), founder of Twinkle Tongue, a saliva enhancement product designed to support their body’s natural saliva production for a more satisfying and fun bedroom experience. Together, they discuss…
Art imitates life, and nowhere is that more obvious than in romcoms. Case in point: the infamous wagon wheel coffee table from When Harry Met Sally. One person thinks they’re making huge compromises for a relationship and being incredibly accommodating when a partner moves into their established space. And the…
A lot of men seem to be waiting for dating to go back to the way it used to be (anyone familiar with Pleastanville?). There’s just one problem…it will never go back to how it was. And that’s a good thing we should be celebrating. 🥳 Women can own homes,…
So many men SAY they’re totally fine and cool dating a woman who earns more than they do, or owns their own home. But what happens when they actually find themselves in that situation? 🤔 Well, they don’t find it easy. They’re stressed, defensive, questioning their value, and making it…
When you’re looking for a relationship, there’s one very important thing you need to ask yourself: Do you want a partner, or a hostage? A lot of people say they want to feel “needed” in a relationship, but if your partner needs you for housing, money, and basic survival, do…