There comes a time in every relationship when you think about your partner and ask yourself, “Is this the one?”. And, yes, things seem to be going well: you enjoy each other’s company, you share similar tastes in movies, and you both agree pineapple doesn’t belong on pizza, for example. But are those solid foundations for a commitment that will stand the test of time; and if not, what exactly are the signs you are in a lasting relationship? Things seem to get a little trickier when you consider that not all relationships look the same,

Technology has revolutionised the way we live our lives. Not only has it modernised the way we work, shop and have fun, but also how we date and fall in love. Long gone are the days of having to strike up relationships in the “real world”, as finding Mister or Missus Right (or Right Now) has become as simple as creating a profile on a dating app and getting somewhat of a thumb workout. But, while online dating is a convenient way of meeting new people and possibly finding lasting love, it’s essential to consider the risks, to safely date online in South Africa.

“Send nudes” pops up on your phone. It’s a message from a potential partner you “met” on one of the many dating apps out there. You’re being asked to share intimate photos of yourself and engage in what has become a typical exchange in this day and age: “sexting”. You wonder, should you play along with hopes that it will confirm your interest in this person? Or do you play it safe, knowing that sharing pictures online can be a risky business? Technology is changing the way we date and are intimate, but there are many drawbacks, and the dangers of ‘sexting’ are widespread and potentially

We’ve all heard the saying “two’s a company, three’s a crowd.” And, while most people are happy having one significant other, others don’t find a relationship with three, four (or more) partners that crowded. Progressively, people around the word, and in South Africa are embracing polyamorous relationships. Recently, a British therapist named Mary Crumpton made headlines in the UK by going public with her polyamorous relationship. Speaking to the Huffington