What is 'Shrekking'? The toxic Gen Z dating trend explained by LGBTQ+ relationship experts

One of the main problems with this toxic dating trend is that the partner who identifies with Princess Fiona often ends up feeling like “they are settling, or giving up something better,” while the ... Read More

What is ‘shrekking’? Gen Z’s toxic new dating trend explained

In today’s dating world, it feels like you need a glossary before you’ve even said hello. From ghosting to breadcrumbing, the ever-growing dictionary of dating terms is almost as complicated as ... Read More

“Monkey-Barring” Is the Toxic Dating Trend You Definitely Don’t Want to Be Guilty Of

You know that friend who’s literally always in a relationship—and not the same long-term relationship but a new one seemingly every time you catch up with them? It may seem like the numbers simply don ... Read More

‘Monkey-barring’ is a toxic new dating trend — here’s why experts call it ‘cheating’

Experts warn about "monkey-barring" or "monkey-branching," a sneaky dating trend where partners cling to one person while lining up another. Quit monkeying around when it comes to the feelings and ... Read More

What is 'Banksying?' All About the Toxic Dating Trend

A client of Dara Rahill, M.A., Ed.S, once told her she felt like she was being ghosted by her partner, even though they were living together. “That’s Banksying,” the professional matchmaker behind ... Read More