Sophie Burkholder, BA

115+ Heartfelt Sorry Messages & Quotes for a GF

Find the perfect words for apologizing to your loved oneIf you’ve found yourself in the doghouse with your girlfriend, then you may be grasping for ways to make things right. In that case, it can definitely never hurt ...

12 Signs a Hug is *Definitely* Romantic, According to Experts

Decode the real meaning behind that hug from your crush Hugs can be so ambiguous! If you received a hug from someone and you're wondering what it meant, we're here to help. We talked to romance and relationship experts t...

27 Personal & Funny Bumble Prompts & Answers

Plus expert advice on choosing pics, prompts, and your opening lineCrafting a perfect dating profile is like our modern-day version of finding the Holy Grail—and writing good prompts may be the hardest part. A good pro...

35 of the Most Common Red Flags to Watch Out For

Expert-backed ways to spot and swerve red flags in your relationship Red flags are more than having an Android or liking pineapple on pizza (which we’re on board with, by the way). Some red flags can cause real harm, a...

How to Respond When Someone Says They Are Sick

Kind phrases and gestures for someone who is illWhen a friend, family member, or colleague tells you that they’re ill, it can be hard to find the right words to say. It’s okay if you aren’t sure whether you’re sa...

150 Unique & Sentimental Ways to Say “Happy New Year”

Plus, should you say “Happy New Year” or “Happy New Years”?New Year’s Eve is just around the corner, which means–you guessed it–plenty of quality time with your friends and family. When the clock strikes mi...

The 25 Best Hinge Prompts for Women to Get Responses

Plus, sample answers and expert advice to help you find your soulmateThis year, I really want to go on more dates! Find a partner! Find a soulmate! Does that sound like you? If so, you may be beginning the exciting (alth...

What Are the Stages of a Breakup?

Expert advice on how to move on after a breakup Breakups are one of the most difficult but inescapable parts of life, and they can feel neverending when you’re in the middle of them. We're here to guide you through the...

51 Sweet Things to Do For Your Girlfriend

Listen to love experts’ advice on how to treat your gf You want your girlfriend to always know how much you love and care about her, but how do you keep showing her in new and exciting ways? We talked to professional m...

The 4 Stages of Limerence and What to Do About Them

Is it love or limerence…and can it be both? The “honeymoon phase,” “love at first sight,” an “instant connection…” These are all terms we’ve heard used to describe the type of love everyone hopes for—...

How Important Is Someone’s Body Count?

Plus expert advice on moving past any feelings of shame or judgment in the body count convoWhen you start dating someone new, it’s natural to be curious about each other’s romantic history—including body count, or ...

Who Is Most Compatible with ISFP?

Discover the best (and worst) matches for the Adventurer personality type Sometimes called the Adventurer, Composer, or even the Artist, the ISFP personality is all about flexibility, creativity, and a complex emotional ...

What Counts as Cheating in a Relationship?

Common (and some surprising) types of cheating, plus signs of infidelityCheating can be an unfortunately common and complex issue in committed relationships. While cheating itself happens more often than anyone would lik...

What Are the Best Matches for an ISFJ?

A romantic compatibility guide for ISFJ Generous, responsible, and reserved, ISFJs are often known as “The Protector” or “The Nurturer”—and for good reason. In romantic relationships, ISFJs provide immense care...

How to Know a Taurus Man Is Serious About You

Understand why Taurus is so slow to commit (and how to get him there faster) Taurus men are some of the most affectionate, loyal, and caring partners you can get—but there’s a reason that this Zodiac sign is represen...

ENFP and INFJ: Are They Compatible?

Find out if this pair makes a great match as lovers, friends, colleagues, and more Nicknamed the Advocate and the Campaigner, the INFJ and ENFP personality types do seem like a perfect match: the dreamer who advocates fo...

How to Know if Someone Doesn’t Want to Talk to You

Look for signs that someone is pulling away (and how to handle it)Have you ever been talking to someone or tried to enter a conversation and wondered if the other person didn’t want to speak with you? Or have you felt ...

Who Is ESFJ Most Compatible With?

Learn about the personality traits and love styles of ESFJs ESFJs are defined by the attention and generosity they freely give to others. After all, they are known as the ‘Caregiver’ or ‘Consul.' But ESFJs want to ...

How to Get a Virgo Man: Everything You Must Know to Win Him Over

Learn what makes a Virgo guy tick and how he acts once he's in loveSo you’ve fallen head over heels for a Virgo man? Well, if your Virgoan crush displays typical traits of his sign—like intensity, passion, and intel...

How to Know When a Sagittarius Man Is Testing You

Learn this fire sign’s relationship tests (and how to pass them)The always fiery and forever fascinating Sagittarius…if you have this celestial sign in your life, be ready for an adventure! There are few signs as loy...