Kristel August 2nd, 2007
When you first get into a new relationship, one of the main points of your conversation would be past relationships. Some guys try to avoid this at all costs, while others are just too open to talking about it that you kinda wish they would just shut their trap. The thing about the “Ex-Talk” is that it opens up feelings of “curiosity”, and lets admit it, perhaps a tiny twinge of jealousy(?). Especially when he seems unnaturally affected by the failed relationship.
Admit it. Even if you weren’t the jealous kind, you’d feel just a teensy-weensy-bit curious about the ex. With the existence of networking sites: MySpace, Friendster, Facebook and Multiply, it just makes it all the more tempting to play “snoop” and look through his friends. Of course, you’d want to be a little discreet about it. You wouldn’t want him to think that you’re feeling insecure about the ex.
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Kristel July 29th, 2007
I’ve always imagined that getting into a relationship with a co-worker meant getting naughty in the lift, getting snogged in a cubicle, doing the dirty in some dark corner in the building. It builds up excitement, it’s refreshing, but it’s also not as glamorous as I’ve always imagined it to be. Apparently, hormones die down after college.
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Lauren July 24th, 2007
The Neurotic Stage occurs after that really awesome first date (or first hang-out or whatever it is you call it these days. Part of the confusion in the Neurotic Stage comes from not knowing whether what you had was really a date or not). You’ve had a lot of first dates before, but this one was different. There was so much electricity in the air, both of you could have powered a nuclear plant. You felt a strong connection with him that you’ve never experienced with other guys. Despite all this, you’re still unsure about what this one thinks about you and if he felt the same connection you did. That’s when the neuroticism kicks in.
In the Neurotic Stage, you experience and deal with the following (with Hide and Seek by Imogen Heap or a similarly depressing song playing on repeat):
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