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Five reasons you’re still single

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It’s no longer a secret that some of us don’t like being single, especially those of us surrounded by a lot of lovey-dovey couples.

They are also a group of people who prefer to be single because they are simply not ready to be in a serious relationship at a particular time in their life.

But for those who are looking for the answers to the puzzling question “why am I still single?” “Why do I have no one to call mine?” One of these might be an answer to your question;

  • Fear of the past

It’s understandable when the idea of dating makes you cringe after going through a tough or bad breakup.

It can be difficult but then try to heal and forgive your ex-partner so you can move on. Also, give another person a chance to love you just the way you deserve to be loved.

  • Low self-esteem

Before anyone can love you just the way you’re, you have to love yourself extraordinarily first. Be confident in your skin and body, value yourself every time.

Lack of confidence in one’s self tends to reflect in how we present ourselves ranging from posture, thoughts, behaviors, which however might be a “red flag” to our potential partner.

Being confident in the vessel you have will draw positive people to you. When you lack confidence, you give an impression or signal of not being an open person. This could be a turn-off to potential suitors.

  • The right person isn’t here

People always have unrealistic expectations for a partner or are quick to pinpoint weaknesses from the moment they meet someone.

Being critical in your assessment of a potential partner might make you undermine them before even giving them a chance — while hoping your kind of partner will soon show up.

Also, sometimes, being single is totally not our fault because, in the dating realm, it takes two to tango.

When one decides the time has come to start dating again and the right person isn’t showing up, it becomes truly frustrating. But one has to keep making moves and being optimistic.

  • Being a perfectionist

You want a perfect person, a person without any challenge whereas there is no perfect person. So, you refuse to give anyone who doesn’t fit in your “standard” of the perfect partner a chance.

You may think you know what you want and like in a partner. However, if you open up to give someone a chance, the person might be the “one” who will value you and love you for who you really are. So give him or her a chance to love you today.

  • Fear of intimacy

If you are someone who believes “being attached is risky”, that might just be the main problem. It will be hard to be in a relationship because you protect your feeling too much which will hinder you from opening up to the potential partner.

  • Isolation and Routine

Funny how people with the same routine of being indoor and busy all through the week complain about being single.

The truth is that potential partners won’t come knocking at your door to profess their love for you. Once in a while, you should loosen up, leave your house, and attend social gatherings. You never can tell, the “right one” might just be there waiting for you. It is understandable you’re always busy and tired but it is necessary if you really want someone to call “mine”.

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Meagan Good, Jonathan Majors are engaged

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The Hollywood stars Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors are engaged.

The couple announced their engagement on Sunday at the 2024 Ebony Power 100 List event held at Nya Studios in Los Angeles.

Meagan showed off her engagement ring while the lovebirds posed for loved-up photos on the red carpet.

They also revealed why they chose the particular event to go public with their engagement.

“Ebony Power 100 is the event that we met at in the bathrooms, in the unisex bathroom,” Meagan said.

Good was married to DeVon Franklin, the US pastor and producer, from 2012 to 2021. She and Majors were first linked romantically in May 2023.

Earlier this year, Good opened up about how friends advised her about the scrutiny she could face by being with him. She also discussed how she has stood by him through his challenges.

Majors was found guilty of assault in the third degree and harassment in December 2023, following a March 2023 arrest in New York.

He was arrested after allegedly assaulting Grace Jabbari, his ex-girlfriend.

In April 2024, Majors was sentenced to one year of domestic violence counseling, which includes a 52-week, in-person program in Los Angeles. He was also required to continue mental health therapy and provide regular updates on his progress.

Also, the court issued a permanent protective order between Majors and Jabbari, with potential jail time for any violations of his sentencing terms.

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I’m not an advocate for divorce, says May Edochie

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May Edochie, the estranged wife of Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, has shared her thoughts on marriage and family.

In an interview with AY Comedian on his podcast Glasshouse with AY, May opened up about her personal views on relationships, divorce, and the public scrutiny she has faced since her husband’s controversial marriage to actress Judy Austin.

May and Yul have been at the center of media attention since April 2022, when Yul revealed Judy Austin as his second wife and announced their first child together.

Despite the controversy surrounding her marriage, May took the opportunity to clarify her stance on relationships. “Some men see me like I am misleading their wives.I love family, I love marriage. I know in today’s world, there is this conception about marriage that is totally different. Ideally, marriage is the basis for family. Without family, there will be no you or me. That’s how it used to be.”

May strongly asserted that she does not advocate for divorce. “I am not in any way advocating divorce or separation,” she said. “Let me categorically state here that I am not an advocate of divorce.”

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Kazim Adeoti reveals how he handle criticism over his marriage to Mercy Aigbe

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Kazim Adeoti, the Nollywood movie marketer, has revealed how he handles criticism surrounding his marriage to actress Mercy Aigbe.

In January 2022, Mercy unveiled the filmmaker as her husband much to the surprise of many. Funsho Adeoti, Kazim’s first wife, accused Mercy of snatching her husband.

The movie producer defended his decision to marry a second wife, citing his Muslim faith.

Kazim spoke on the matter at the National Film and Video Censors Board’s (NFVCB) 4th Peace Ayiam Osigwe (PAO) Nigeria Digital Content Regulation Conference on Thursday in Lagos.

In a chat with journalists, the movie producer said as a public figure, he cannot control others’ opinions or narratives about his marriage.

Kazim added that he stays focused on his work, believing the end justifies the means.

“When you find yourself in the public domain, you cannot really control a whole lot of opinions or narratives. What is most important is for you to be focused and at the end of the day, the end justifies the means,” he said.

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Bodex F. Hungbo, SPMIIM is a multiple award-winning Nigerian Digital Media Practitioner, Digital Strategist, PR consultant, Brand and Event Expert, Tv Presenter, Tier-A Blogger/Influencer, and a top cobbler in Nigeria.

She has widespread experiences across different professions and skills, which includes experiences in; Marketing, Media, Broadcasting, Brand and Event Management, Administration and Management with prior stints at MTN, NAPIMS-NNPC, GLOBAL FLEET OIL AND GAS, LTV, Silverbird and a host of others

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