Relationship Advice
How unresolved childhood trauma haunts marriages
Unresolved childhood trauma often resurfaces in marriage, shaping emotional responses and deepening relationship conflicts. In Bangladesh’s high-pressure society, healing requires vulnerability, therapy, and confronting past wounds to build truly intimate, emotionally resilient partnerships.
12 May 2025, 16:04 PM
Dating in Dhaka — Dreadful or delightful?
Modern dating in Dhaka, driven by apps, is fast and fluid, but often deceiving. While it offers convenience and choice, users face dishonesty, heartbreak, and scams. Despite risks, some find lasting relationships amidst the chaos.
20 February 2025, 10:20 AM
Seven days of Valentine’s love, seven ways to go broke!
This hilariously brutal breakdown of Valentine’s Week exposes its capitalist grip. From overpriced roses to unnecessary teddy bears, love has become an economic heist. True affection needs no extravagant spending — just presence, not presents.
11 February 2025, 14:36 PM
Situationships? Breadcrumbing? Ghosting? Unpacking Gen Z dating lingo for Millennials
In the age of Gen Z dating, millennials find themselves grappling with terms like breadcrumbing, situationships, and ghosting. Gone are the days of clear labels and simple intentions. Now, it's all about ambiguity and emotional gymnastics.
11 February 2025, 14:24 PM
Think you're compatible? Maybe you're just boring together
Compatibility in relationships isn't about perfect similarity but how differences create balance. Emotional security, shared life perspectives, and mutual respect are key. It’s about feeling comfortable, connected, and secure, even during ordinary, mundane moments.
11 February 2025, 13:44 PM
Is your relationship ready for the password sharing test?
Password sharing in relationships sparks debate. Some see it as trust-building, others as control. While it can aid emergencies, excessive monitoring damages trust. A balanced, mutual approach ensures privacy and security without invading personal space or fostering insecurity.
6 February 2025, 10:18 AM
Why should you love a gamer?
Gaming serves as stress relief, improving mental health and relationships. Allowing personal gaming time fosters self-care and relationship harmony. Shared gaming strengthens bonds, while open communication about gaming needs enhances mutual understanding and satisfaction in partnerships.
5 February 2025, 08:48 AM
Why do women fall for bad boys?
Women's attraction to bad boys, despite knowing their flaws, highlights the allure of rebellious men, driven by evolutionary attraction and a desire for freedom. However, such relationships often lead to heartbreak, emotional strain, and unrealistic expectations.
23 January 2025, 08:44 AM
Is it love or love bombing? Spot the difference before impact
Love bombing is an overwhelming display of affection designed to manipulate, control, and validate the bomber. It exploits low self-esteem, creating a false sense of connection. Healthy love prioritises boundaries, consistency, and genuine self-worth.
16 January 2025, 12:02 PM
Emotional cheating: What it is and how to spot it
Emotional infidelity, marked by deep connections outside a committed relationship, damages trust and emotional intimacy. Concealed interactions, growing emotional distance, and blurred boundaries highlight its impact. Open communication and therapy can help rebuild trust and repair relationships.
30 December 2024, 09:48 AM
Survived the wedding? Now impress the in-laws!
Winning over your in-laws’ post-marriage requires patience, small gestures, and navigating traditions. From compliments to shared interests and thoughtful actions, building rapport ensures a harmonious family dynamic and turns awkward gatherings into joyful experiences.
18 December 2024, 12:17 PM
Unlocking the male mind: Relationship insights women will love
Understanding a man’s thoughts can feel like decoding hieroglyphs. From the “What to eat?” dilemma to the art of silent retreat, men’s perspectives offer insight into smoother, funnier relationships with clearer communication.
12 December 2024, 11:04 AM
How to cheat on your spouse ( NOT THE WAY YOU THINK)
Infidelity doesn't always mean betrayal in the traditional sense. From binge-watching shows without your partner, eating their secret snacks, and breaking shared savings goals to skipping chores or social obligations, these small betrayals add humor and tension to relationships.
20 November 2024, 22:11 PM
How to handle a cheating partner without losing your mind
Navigating infidelity in Dhaka requires strategy, humour, and growth. Investigate discreetly, confront gracefully, and embrace reinvention.
20 November 2024, 10:04 AM
Can Dhaka handle speed dating? Let’s find out, one awkward chat at a time!
Dhaka’s first major speed dating event blends traditional matchmaker culture with modern dating, embracing anonymity and real conversations. Attendees, known only by numbers, enjoyed icebreakers, casual chats, and newfound connections in a refreshing setting.
7 November 2024, 10:52 AM
Tired of swiping? Let AI find your soulmate!
With technology playing an increasingly important role in our lives now, it comes as no shock that it is also changing the way we approach dating. We no longer rely on random encounters at coffee shops or friends playing matchmaker for us.
14 September 2024, 11:02 AM
Marriage 101: Talk now or regret later!
Marriage, in its simplicity, is an agreement between two people. But, as Abdul Hamid, a noted psychotherapist at the MONOBIKASH Foundation, aptly puts it, "Without talking, nothing can progress." That’s where the journey begins—through conversations long before the wedding day.
8 September 2024, 23:54 PM
Friendship breakups vs Romantic breakups: Which hurts more?
Unlike romantic relationships, friendship breakups are not something you often see coming. Why would someone who you grew up with since your school days suddenly disappear from your life?
4 September 2024, 10:41 AM
Butterflies or blindness? Decoding love at first sight
We all know those meet-cutes: All it took was one gaze across a jam-packed event or restaurant and within seconds, they knew they had found “the one.” Of course, that sounds wonderful. After all, it is the subject of countless romantic books and movies. But, do people truly fall in love at first sight or is it an imaginary tale?
24 August 2024, 07:41 AM
Marital challenges: Silent struggles behind closed doors
In the era of new terminologies established every other week, one too many have popped up in your newsfeed. “Sleep Divorce” was one such term that caught my eye, encouraging me to delve further into the unknown. Understanding the concept and realising that couples abroad practice, it sparked an inkling of questions: Do couples here implement such practices in Bangladesh?
17 August 2024, 08:45 AM