Now that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are back in the UK, King Charles released a formal letter reminding the public that Harry and Meghan are not to be treated like members of the royal family! In his public statement, the King begins by saying “to help avoid doubt or confusion” and goes on to say there is no change to the couples’ status as non-working members of the Royal family and that they should NOT be referenced as “His and Her Royal Highness.” The Sussexes have already reacted through their spokesperson, saying they were surprised by the King’s letter.

Now that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are back in the UK, King Charles released a formal letter reminding the public that Harry and Meghan are not to be treated like members of the royal family! In his public statement, the King begins by saying &ldquo;to help avoid doubt or confusion&rdquo; and goes on to say there is no change to the couples&rsquo; status as non-working members of the Royal family and that they should NOT be referenced as &ldquo;His and Her Royal Highness.&rdquo; The Sussexes have already reacted through their spokesperson, saying they were surprised by the King&rsquo;s letter.

Harry & Meghan “Surprised” By King Charles’ Public Letter Reminding World… They’re Not Like Us! 

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While interracial dating is not taboo the way it was in years past, it is still fascinating the way we are often treated when we’re out at restaurants together. Over the weekend, we dealt with the same question we are constantly asked, and it’s a question we were NEVER confronted with when we were with same race partners. We discuss why it’s difficult to assume people of opposite races are in a romantic relationship, and what would should say the next time we’re asked if we want to “split the bill."

While interracial dating is not taboo the way it was in years past, it is still fascinating the way we are often treated when we&rsquo;re out at restaurants together. Over the weekend, we dealt with the same question we are constantly asked, and it&rsquo;s a question we were NEVER confronted with when we were with same race partners. We discuss why it&rsquo;s difficult to assume people of opposite races are in a romantic relationship, and what would should say the next time we&rsquo;re asked if we want to &ldquo;split the bill."

Is It Just Us, Or Do Waiters Ask You This Question?

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Congratulations to Ciara and hubby Russell Wilson, who have just announced they’re expecting their fifth child. Their announcement comes as the latest statistics show for the first time ever, there are now more older women having children than teens. As medical advancements continue, and more women choosing to focus on their careers and finding the right mate, the fertility rate for women ages 35 to 39 have jumped up by 71% and for women 40-44, by 127%. 

Congratulations to Ciara and hubby Russell Wilson, who have just announced they&rsquo;re expecting their fifth child. Their announcement comes as the latest statistics show for the first time ever, there are now more older women having children than teens. As medical advancements continue, and more women choosing to focus on their careers and finding the right mate, the fertility rate for women ages 35 to 39 have jumped up by 71% and for women 40-44, by 127%.&nbsp;

Ciara Pregnant With #5 At 40, As Births Jump 127% For Women In Their 40s

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We just had to get to the bottom of one of the most bizarre dating trends that has exploded online: pheromone-maxxing. Also known as, not showering for days in order to let body odor build into a “biological superpower” to attract a partner. Here’s the deal though, human pheromones have been studied for decades, and there is no scientific evidence to support this trend. In fact, not only is it flat out gross, it could also be detrimental to your health.

We just had to get to the bottom of one of the most bizarre dating trends that has exploded online: pheromone-maxxing. Also known as, not showering for days in order to let body odor build into a &ldquo;biological superpower&rdquo; to attract a partner. Here&rsquo;s the deal though, human pheromones have been studied for decades, and there is no scientific evidence to support this trend. In fact, not only is it flat out gross, it could also be detrimental to your health.

Men, Please Shower! Science (And Women) Do NOT Support Pheromone-Maxxing 

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Who among us has not had a case of the Ick? That feeling of romantic repulsion that you just can’t shake? Relationship experts are weighing into this phenomenon and said you should ask yourself some questions before immediately calling off the relationship. In fact, psychiatrists say “the Ick” can actually be a natural defense mechanism, protecting yourself from vulnerability and even guarding against intimacy. 

Who among us has not had a case of the Ick? That feeling of romantic repulsion that you just can&rsquo;t shake? Relationship experts are weighing into this phenomenon and said you should ask yourself some questions before immediately calling off the relationship. In fact, psychiatrists say &ldquo;the Ick&rdquo; can actually be a natural defense mechanism, protecting yourself from vulnerability and even guarding against intimacy.&nbsp;

Got A Case Of The “Ick”?  It May Be YOU, Not THEM!

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Our dear, late friend and guardian angel, PR guru Howard Bragman had just invited us to meet the new man in his life on a trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Howard was offering us a safe space, away from the paparazzi and nosy tabloid reporters, after a particularly tough day negotiating our exit from ABC.  Howard wanted us to meet the man he said he was going to marry one day, Mike Maimone, but God had other plans. Just days after accepting his offer, Howard suddenly passed from an acute and deadly form of leukemia, but the day before he passed, Mike proposed and the two married at Howard’s hospital bedside. We eventually did meet Mike, a few weeks later at Howard’s memorial service, and now he’s become a forever friend to us. Mike has penned a book detailing his beautiful love story with Howard, honoring the man we all miss each and everyday.  Our conversation with Mike Maimone on his book, “Guess What? I Love You."

Our dear, late friend and guardian angel, PR guru Howard Bragman had just invited us to meet the new man in his life on a trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Howard was offering us a safe space, away from the paparazzi and nosy tabloid reporters, after a particularly tough day negotiating our exit from ABC.&nbsp; Howard wanted us to meet the man he said he was going to marry one day, Mike Maimone, but God had other plans. Just days after accepting his offer, Howard suddenly passed from an acute and deadly form of leukemia, but the day before he passed, Mike proposed and the two married at Howard&rsquo;s hospital bedside. We eventually did meet Mike, a few weeks later at Howard&rsquo;s memorial service, and now he&rsquo;s become a forever friend to us. Mike has penned a book detailing his beautiful love story with Howard, honoring the man we all miss each and everyday.&nbsp; Our conversation with Mike Maimone on his book, &ldquo;Guess What? I Love You."

We Were Supposed To Meet In Mexico, Instead We Met At His Husband’s Funeral

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It was an amazing two hour catch up to see what happened to all of the Islanders, once they left the Fiji villa…. And there was a lot to unpack! First, we’re still not sure whether or not Sincere and Melanie are a couple and we’re still not sure we believe Carl and Aniya ever were one (they claim they are).  The drama broke out when Sol began complaining again about her treatment in the villa, but was humiliated after producers showed never before seen clips that proved otherwise. We also discuss the obvious media training KC, Titi, Corbin and Parmida had before the reunion, and Dylan proved to T.J. once again why he is not a fan of Kenzie’s guy. 

It was an amazing two hour catch up to see what happened to all of the Islanders, once they left the Fiji villa&hellip;. And there was a lot to unpack! First, we&rsquo;re still not sure whether or not Sincere and Melanie are a couple and we&rsquo;re still not sure we believe Carl and Aniya ever were one (they claim they are). &nbsp;The drama broke out when Sol began complaining again about her treatment in the villa, but was humiliated after producers showed never before seen clips that proved otherwise. We also discuss the obvious media training KC, Titi, Corbin and Parmida had before the reunion, and Dylan proved to T.J. once again why he is not a fan of Kenzie&rsquo;s guy.&nbsp;

Love Island USA Season 8 Reunion: Breakups, Beefs and LOTS Of Media Training

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We’ve all been around this person: they appear nice, helpful and giving, but in reality their actions actually have nothing to do with you at all, they have to do with them getting praise and attention. The help they offer is sometimes even used as a bargaining chip or emotional blackmail and if you don’t accept it, or don’t like it, all hell will break loose. We have tips on how to recognize a resentful martyr and how to manage a healthier relationship with them.

We&rsquo;ve all been around this person: they appear nice, helpful and giving, but in reality their actions actually have nothing to do with you at all, they have to do with them getting praise and attention. The help they offer is sometimes even used as a bargaining chip or emotional blackmail and if you don&rsquo;t accept it, or don&rsquo;t like it, all hell will break loose. We have tips on how to recognize a resentful martyr and how to manage a healthier relationship with them.

Fighting 101 (Part 3) Dealing With A “Resentful Martyr”

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This episode was inspired by an instagram feed dedicated to helping people have healthier communication, called happy couples connect. We’ve all felt triggered during heated conversations with our partners, and that’s when we usually make it about the other person: it’s because of THEIR tone, or THEIR timing. The truth is most of us are operating out of fear and we either get defensive, use harsh words, or shut down without trying to understand the other person. We go over the five questions you can ask yourself, before a difficult conversation turns into knock-down, drag-out fight. 

This episode was inspired by an instagram feed dedicated to helping people have healthier communication, called happy couples connect. We&rsquo;ve all felt triggered during heated conversations with our partners, and that&rsquo;s when we usually make it about the other person: it&rsquo;s because of THEIR tone, or THEIR timing. The truth is most of us are operating out of fear and we either get defensive, use harsh words, or shut down without trying to understand the other person. We go over the five questions you can ask yourself, before a difficult conversation turns into knock-down, drag-out fight.&nbsp;

Fighting 101 (Part 2) 5 Questions To Prevent A Conversation From Turning Into An Argument

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A fascinating article in the New York Times this week featured an in depth conversation with the author of “The Art of Fighting.” Priya Parker is a conflict resolution facilitator who believes we could all use a little more conflict in our lives, but we need to be a lot better about how we go about it. Parker says relationships often fall apart because we are afraid to fight.

A fascinating article in the New York Times this week featured an in depth conversation with the author of &ldquo;The Art of Fighting.&rdquo; Priya Parker is a conflict resolution facilitator who believes we could all use a little more conflict in our lives, but we need to be a lot better about how we go about it. Parker says relationships often fall apart because we are afraid to fight.

Fighting 101 (Part 1) Toxic Politeness Is Ruining Our Relationships 

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Separation Anxiety

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