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3 Signs You’re Ready for a New Relationship in Your 20’s | Dating in Your 20’s 

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Relationships shape the trajectory of our life stories. When people come into our lives, as friends, associates and especially romantic partners, you both pull each other in a certain direction.

They are pretty important. Though you don’t want to develop a fear of forming connections, in your 20’s, relationships should be approached with wisdom and vision. 

Intentional romantic partnerships usually have a specific goal and purpose.  You want to enhance each other’s lives, not take away from them. Not sure you’re ready to start dating again? 

Pay attention to these simple signs.

1. You’ve Thought About Who You Are and What You Want 

Of course, you don’t have to have it all figured out, but you at least want to have some vision for what you want your future to look like. Relationships involve compromise, but that doesn’t equate to loosing your individuality. What are your dreams and what do you value? Find someone whose vision merges well with yours and live life beautifully and purposefully.

2. You Want a Relationship, but Don’t Need One

This one’s tricky, especially as you get older and understand how unpredictable and challenging life can be. Your partner is supposed to be there to help get you through the tough times, but would burn out trying to be your sole source of emotional healing and coping. Before a relationship, we should learn the healthiest ways to deal with our emotions and the role our significant other should play in our emotional wellbeing.

3. You Have Peace About the Pursuit

What is God saying in your spirit? Like many other critical life decisions, you will probably feel a little nudge, one that’s distinguishable from fear and nervous jitters. Pray about your decision and, if it makes sense, consult with unbiased, wise mentors.

Whether you’re ready or not, we wish you the best in living purposefully on the rollercoaster that is your 20s. 

Positively,

Post Graduate

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Encouragement for the 20-Something Single | Single in Your 20s

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It’s so easy to just go through the motions in your 20s. You graduate, get a good job, save up for a place, travel the world, find someone to marry and then eventually settle down. Right?

Not always, life has a way of surprising us, sometimes in pleasant ways, and sometimes in temporarily painful ones. You may find yourself wanting something other than a romantic relationship right now, or you may be shocked that you’ve come to the end of a romance you thought would last forever.

Whether you’re single and “ready to mingle” or single and “not looking” right now, this time in your life is precious. It’s a great time to focus on who you are, what you want, and what you want out of a future relationship.

Romance takes a lot out of us. It affects our minds, our souls, our moods and even our bodies. Relationships also take up a lot of time, and after you hit 20, life begins to accelerate faster than it ever.

So when you put it all into perspective, you really see why singleness isn’t so bad. Of course, there are risks in everything. Take them, but think about what you have to loose in the process.

For the not-looking’s, wait until you really want a relationship. It may not be the most common way of doing things, but there may be an undiscovered calling you still have to fulfill. Who knows? You may meet your person doing just that.

It’s also not really fair to lead someone on because you’re bored in your intentional “not looking” period. Be honest, and if it’s really meant to be, they may still be available after your time of singleness is over.

In the same way, there could be an undiscovered calling, there could be a few character knots that need to be untangled before we let someone else in, something else that many of us can feel in our gut. You do not have to be perfect, because human perfection does not exist, but you can choose to be your best self.

For the ready-to-mingle’s, don’t have unrealistic standards, but don’t settle either. We usually know in our souls when we’ve met someone we could see ourselves with long-term. Don’t force yourself to like someone because of some non-existent relational clock or a false notion of scarcity.

You deserve a lifetime of true and honest happiness, and we believe in this for you! Stay strong during your single years! Treat yourself to some fresh flowers and learn to enjoy your own company.

Your Friend,
Post Graduate

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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Every Type of Couple

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Valentine’s Day is here, and although you can show appreciation for those you love any time of year, February 14th is a great excuse to go all out. The best gifts are often the most thoughtful, the ones that show you notice your significant other’s uniqueness so much so that it’s worth celebrating. 

His and hers gifts are both memorable and symbolic. They remind the one you love that he or she is truly an important part of you and almost always evoke feelings of joy and sometimes even laughter. 

Here are a few his and hers gifts for every type of couple!

The Couple That Likes to Entertain

Impress your guests and get a kick out of being in the kitchen with his and hers aprons. Newly-married spouses will love matching Mr. and Mrs. aprons while other couples may enjoy corresponding aprons with more cheeky messages like, “I’m her spicy,” and “I’m his hot,” or “King of the Grill,” and “Queen of the Kitchen.”

The Couple That Never Equally Shares The Blanket

We all know wives control the covers. Make sure you’re both on the same page with a cover set that speaks the truth. 

The Couple That Collects Accessories

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Jewelry can be very meaningful in a relationship, especially when it’s matching. Jewelry fans will love gifts like stainless steel half-heart rings or matching natural stone bracelets. 

The Couple That Enjoys Warm Drinks

There’s nothing like starting your day off with your favorite mug, especially when it reminds you  that you are loved. Everyone loves a nice mug, and these Mr. and Mrs. mugs are a Valentine’s Day gift that will not only be remembered, but used on a regular basis.

The Couple That Loves To Stay Home

Nothing combines romance and sophistication like personalized, satin couples robes. Get your names elegantly printed on high-quality robes that will serve as a keepsake for years to come.

Have any cute, couples Valentine’s Day ideas? Let us know in the comments.

XOXO,

Post Graduate

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Spread Love, Not COVID: Just Because Gifts for Your Significant Other

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For many, COVID can seem like an impediment to romance and an obstacle to relational growth. However, with the right mindset, it can actually be the opposite. COVID is even more of a reason to go all out with creative and memorable expressions of love and appreciation.

You can go old-school and stand outside their window with a boombox and their favorite song. You can turn to nature and take them on a brisk hike with their favorite snack, or you can even buy them a thoughtful gift. It doesn’t even have to be expensive. Remember, thoughtfulness is of more value than money.

Here are a few memorable COVID gift ideas.

1. Mug

Everyone loves a good mug. People are drinking more coffee and tea than ever, so a mug is definitely a gift that won’t be neglected. When it comes to picking a mug for your significant other, think about the context of your relationship.

What’s a dream they’ve expressed in conversation or an inside joke you that gets you both every time. Get a mug that builds on that moment to make it even more meaningful.

2. Candle or Scents

Most of us now spend most of our time at home. That means our candles, diffusers and scented wall plug-ins have been working overtime and we probably need new ones.

Send your loved-one a candle, essential oil scent or plug-in that reminds them of a trip you’ve taken together or somewhere you’ve been wanting to go (but couldn’t, possibly because of shutdown mandates).

3. Personalized Photo

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, well during times of COVID, it’s probably worth up to a trillion. How often do you find yourself looking back at photos from old events that you enjoyed while visually reliving the experience? With a personalized photo, your significant other can relive that day over and over again.

4. Chocolate or Fancy Snack

Who doesn’t love chocolate? Believe or not, there is always one, but just one. Gift your loved-one a delightful box of chocolates, one of the most classic ways to say, “I love you,” or a gourmet selection of one of their favorite treats. It’s even more impressive when its wrapped in a pretty box!

5. Personalized Plant

If you’re anywhere on social media, you’ve heard of the new trend of young adults becoming “plant parents.” People are finding joy in adopting and sustaining plants and love giving parent-like milestone updates on social media. It’s loads of fun and can actually help improve the quality of air in your home, great for people cooped inside.

You can make your significant other a plant parent by starting out with the small, and hard to destroy succulent. What’s even better is if you select a plant vase with a sweet message on it like “Life would succ without you.”

These are just a few simple ways you can woo your loved-one during times of shutdown and contribute even more thoughtfully to your budding romance. 

Wishing  You  a Happy & Healthy Relationship,

The Post Graduate