How to Spot Manipulation (and Stay Grounded) This Election Season

How to Spot Manipulation (and Stay Grounded) This Election Season

Ever been accused of being the problem after you called one out? That might be DARVO — a psychological manipulation tactic where abusers deny, attack, and reverse the roles of victim and offender. As the election heats up, so does the emotional warfare. Here's how to spot it, stop it, and protect your peace — especially if you're queer.

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The 'Ick' Factor: What It Says About Us (and Whether We Can Overcome It)

The 'Ick' Factor: What It Says About Us (and Whether We Can Overcome It)

We’ve all felt it—that sudden, gut-level repulsion that turns attraction into absolute no-go territory. But is the ick really about the other person, or does it say more about us? Maybe it’s not just a dealbreaker but a mirror, reflecting our own fears, expectations, and discomfort with intimacy. What if we could move past it?

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