Between 24 and 75 percent of employees have admitted to a workplace romance
A woman has revealed the three ‘very strange signs’ that your co-worker could fancy you, but people have mixed opinions.
Work relationships can be relatively common, in fact, according to Forbes, between 24 percent and 75 percent of employees have admitted to engaging in a workplace romance.
So, what are the signs to look out for?
Work romances are relatively common (Getty Stock Photo)
Personal conversations
Over on TikTok, @baldiyadi, explained: “The first thing you have to look out for is that the conversation between you and this co-worker are almost always about your interests.
“Or, the conversation tends to be about nothing work related. This is their subconscious way of letting you know that they think of you as much more than a co-worker, especially if you notice that they’re asking you a lot more questions than you ask them.”
Finding similarities
The TikToker then went on to explain that if you delve a little deeper into these conversations, you might notice a second sign.
“During these conversations, you notice that they’re always trying to find similarities between you two,” she added.
“For instance, you’ll tell them that you like to do this specific sport and they will say that they also did that sport or something very similar.
“You see them do this two or more times, you will most likely realise that they have feelings for you, because people only do this to co-workers that they like.”
There are three signs to look out for (Getty Stock Photo)
Getting physical
Finally, for the third – and rather strange reason – the TikToker claimed that if somebody does have a crush on you at work, they’ll likely find excuses to try and ‘touch you’.
“Whenever they’re walking past you they’re going to bump into you, they’re going to make a little joke, or they’re going to kick you while you guys are sitting down, whatever little ways, they’re going to find any way to touch you and it’s almost always going to be in a comedic manner,” she said.
“Trust me, this is their subconscious mind telling you, ‘I like you.'”
After watching the video, people had mixed responses.
“Yall this isn’t tru besides the touch. Other signs are normal human convos,” one wrote.
While another joked: “Ur feeding my deluluness.”
Others shared their own experiences, with a third adding: “This ain’t helping me…I joke a lot with him and we play fight a lot at work but that’s just makes things harder for me to see if there is really more to it.”
And another said: “When he was looking over my shoulder at my work he ruffled my hair, now I’m like oooh does that mean he likes me.”Featured Image Credit: tiktok/baldiyadi / Getty Stock
Topics: Sex and Relationships, TikTok
Lucy Devine
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Published 13:38 20 Dec 2024 GMT
Psychologist reveals the five key signs you are ‘more attractive than you think’
Psychologist Francesca Tighinean has shared the five signs of attractiveness
A psychologist has revealed the ‘five signs you are more attractive than you think’.
It goes without saying that someone who is considered to be ‘good looking’ may not be to you, and vice-versa.
Attractiveness is, of course, very subjective and depends on person to person. However, Francesca Tighinean – an expert in physiology – has taken to her TikTok page (@francescapsychology) to provide a much-needed confidence boost to people who don’t rate the way that they look.
In a video from earlier this week, the life coach from Romania, who now lives in the US, opened up about the ‘five signs’ you need to look out for.
Psychologist Francesca Tighinean has shared the five signs of attractiveness (TikTok/@francescapsychology)
Sign #1
The first sign you need to look out for, Francesca says, is the eyebrow raise.
Just don’t be getting hyped around Carlo Ancelotti…
“This is known as the eyebrow flash. It can be a subconscious indication or interest or intrigue,” she said.
Sign #2
When people go out of their way to help you, this could also be a sign.
“Because of the halo effect, where attractiveness is associated with positive qualities, we tend to subconsciously be friendlier and more generous to those we find attractive,” the psychologist explained.
There are ‘five signs you are more attractive than you think’ (TikTok/@francescapsychology)
Sign #3
Perhaps the most surprising sign out of them all is if you never get complimented.
While that might seem to be a bit of a contradiction, Francesca said: “Three, you rarely get compliments on your looks and that’s because people probably think you are already aware of how attractive you are and therefore they believe they don’t have to remind you.”
Sign #4
Another one is if people stare at you – it’s not because you’ve got food on your teeth, or a stain on your shirt.
I mean it could be, but the content creator insists that if you keep getting looks, it’s because you’re attractive.
Sign #5
Being self conscious or insecure about the way you look is completely normal.
Unless you’re a full-blown narcissist, there are probably things about your appearance that you would change if you could.
But as an attractive person, if you start to open up about your insecurities and people are shocked by this, then that’s another sign.
“Five, people are surprised by your insecurities. This response often indicates that they view you in a more positive light than you perceive yourself,” Francesca says at the end of her video.Featured Image Credit: TikTok/@francescapsychology
Topics: Dating trends, Sex and Relationships, TikTok
Anish Vij
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Updated 09:41 20 Feb 2024 GMTPublished 09:32 20 Feb 2024 GMT
Private investigator reveals four signs your partner is cheating on you
These are the red flags to look out for
A private investigator has revealed four signs your partner might be cheating on you.
In an ideal world, no one would have to go through the pain of finding out their other half is playing away – sadly, in the real world it’s more common than most people would like.
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It turns out that the woman who exposed her cheating boyfriend live on air has had the last laugh. Credit: The Edge/ Facebook
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But while you may not have any control over whether or not your partner strays, a private investigator says there are some red flags that can alert you to what they’re up to – and some of them are pretty subtle.
Private investigator Aaron Bond from Bond Rees Private Investigations told The Sun that cheaters may reveal clues of their bad behaviour without realising, so it’s a good idea to be tuned into the sort of things that to look out for.
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First off, if your partner all of a sudden becomes protective over their phone and takes it with them everywhere they go, that could be a sign they’re trying to hide something.
Bond explained: “If your partner starts changing their passwords, starts taking their phone everywhere with them, even around the house or they become defensive when you ask to use their phone it could be a sign of them not being faithful.”
He also warns that placing their phone face-down might be to avoid you spotting any notifications they’d rather you didn’t see.
Second up – if your partner is usually happy to tell you all about their day and what they get up but suddenly starts telling you less and less, then – according to Bond – this could be a sign they’re being unfaithful.
He explains that this can be down to feeling guilty about what they’re getting up to or because they’re worried about slipping up and being caught out in a lie.
Bond’s third red flag is changes to your partner’s libido.
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Natural fluctuations in how much you and your other half get it on are completely normal, but Bond says that it can show their being unfaithful.
He explained: “Cheaters often have less sex at home because they are cheating, but on occasions, they may also have more sex at home, this is because they feel guilty and use this increase in sex to hide their cheating.
“You may also find that your partner will start to introduce new things into your sex life that weren’t there before.”
Lastly, Bond warns that a cheating partner may become negative towards you.
He says this is because they may feel anxious or guilty about how they’re treating you so will try and find ways to justify their poor behaviour and become critical over minor issues.
Of course, these aren’t set in stone – maybe your partner doesn’t fancy sex because they’re tired, or they don’t want to talk about their day because it’s been pretty dull – but they could be a good indicator that something is up and you need to clear the air.Featured Image Credit: Getty stock images
Topics: Sex and Relationships
Claire Reid
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Published 13:32 20 Oct 2024 GMT+1
Therapist reveals five common signs that indicate you have lost interest in your partner
Professional counsellor Jeff Guenther provides relationship advice to millions across his social media pages
A licensed therapist has shared the ‘five signs you’ve lost interest in your partner’.
Oregon-based counsellor Jeff Guenther is known for providing relationship advice across his social media pages.
Guenther started out by using his degree in child and family development to now running his own private practice in the US.
Professional counsellor Jeff Guenther provides relationship advice to millions across his social media pages (TikTok/@therapyjeff)
In his spare time, he uploads short mental help videos to now millions of followers online.
Earlier this year, the professional took to TikTok (@therapyjeff) to reveal the ‘five signs you’ve lost interest in your partner’ and here they are:
Abandoning yourself
Not being a true version of yourself in a relationship could be a warning sign, Guenther says.
“When you start to lose touch with your authentic self, it’s a sign something may be off in your relationship,” he explained.
“Sacrificing your true desires and values and identity to keep the peace, or please your partner, leads to feelings of contempt and resentment.
“Relationship killers, as we say in the biz.”
An expert has shared the ‘five signs you’ve lost interest in your partner’ (Getty Stock Images)
Lacking honest communication
Not being honest and open with your partner can lead to communication issues and more serious problems down the line.
“Communication is key to any long term relationship, and it’s often the first casualty when complacency creeps in,” he warned.
“When honest conversations and vulnerable sharing dwindle, it can be a sign that the connection is weakening, leaving room for misunderstandings and distance to sneak in.”
No appreciation
“How good does it feel to be appreciated? Amazing, right?” the expert continued.
“When someone notices all the stuff, little and big that you do every day, it’s an instant mood boost.
“If you can’t remember the last time you expressed genuine gratitude for your partner’s efforts, it might be a sign you’ve started taking them for granted.
“This lack of appreciation can erode the foundation of your relationship, leaving both partners feeling undervalued.”
Not prioritising quality time
Guenther says quality time is ‘the lifeblood of healthy, connected relationships’.
“If you’re not carving out moments to be fully present with your partner, it can lead to feelings of neglect and isolation, life is busy,” he adds.
“That said, when other activities and responsibilities consistently take precedence, it might be a signal that your relationship is no longer a priority.”
Putting all of your needs on your partner
One of the best things about a relationship is that you have someone to lean on when you’re struggling.
But putting all of your needs on another person could cause more harm than good.
“Hey, your relationship is not responsible for always meeting every single one of your needs,” he said.
“It’s just not going to happen. But if you’re regularly looking outside your relationship to meet your mental, emotional, creative or physical needs, that could be a sign that you’ve given up trying to connect with your partner.”Featured Image Credit: therapyjeff/TikTok/Getty Stock photo
Topics: Dating trends, Sex and Relationships, TikTok
Anish Vij
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Updated 09:24 8 Nov 2024 GMTPublished 08:09 8 Nov 2024 GMT
Expert reveals four easily missed signs that your partner is cheating on you
The expert listed a surprising one that you might’ve missed
Look, I hate to put a downer on things but the reality is, while you might think your relationship is 10/10, there might be things going on without you realising.
Yep, I’m talking about cheating. Because we all know there’s those sh*tbags out there who have to go and spoil it all by being unfaithful.
And sometimes they get away with it for far too long despite any red flags. So, I do hope for all of our sakes that none of you lot are being cheated on in your relationship.
But being realistic, some probably are so let’s get clued up to be able to catch them out. Helpfully, an expert has revealed four easily missed signs that your partner could be cheating on you.
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Their phone being glued to them could be a red flag. (Getty Stock)
Being on their phone more than usual
Psychotherapist Bhavna Raithata told the DailyMail that if they’re spending such an excessive amount of time on their phone to the point they’re not even paying you attention, then it’s a red flag.
And as you might expect, the big telltale sign is even they keep suddenly hiding it away or changing the pin.
Or maybe, you’ve noticed they’ve changed the volume they speak at when it rings.
Either way, Raithata explains they’re ‘shutting their life down, layer by layer by layer from their current partner’.
Gaslighting you
I mean, a red flag in any relationship really. Raithata says cheating brings out this kind of ‘insidious behaviour in the cheater’.
The expert says they’re simply projecting their own guilt onto you and even sowing ‘the seed of doubt’ in front of your friends.
“And this is devastating. You may feel like you’re losing your mind because of it,” she explains. “They’re projecting their insecurities onto you.”
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Some people actually have the realisation during sex. (Getty Stock)
Suddenly getting super snappy
The psychotherapoist said those who cheat can often have angry and short-tempered behaviour due them being ‘distant and detached’.
“I’ve also had a couple of clients who have then challenged their partners on this and they’ve become almost physically aggressive,” she said.
“If your partner is becoming challenging, it’s self protection, because they don’t want to be found out. It’s their secret. They know there will be repercussions.”
Instead of going off you, they’re all over you
Yeah, you might not have expected this one as you’d probably imagine a cheater to lose interest in having sex with you – especially when they’re getting it elsewhere.
“Intimacy is physical and emotional. What you’ve been sharing with your partner is very sacred. It really bonds us,” she explained.
“With an affair, you have an increased libido for this reason, you become like a Duracell bunny. And partners, who may temporarily feel guilty about this, redirect this heightened sex drive towards their current partner.”
However, she warned it could just be a physical release for tension rather than emotional with many of Raithata’s clients actually releasing their partner is cheating during sex.
“Suddenly their partner is simply just going through the motions, there’s no eye contact for example and this is heartbreaking,” she added.
But, on the flipside, a red flag could be if a once ‘really good intimate life’ suddenly goes ‘dead in the water’.