Henrik J. Klijn
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Henrik J. Klijn
Spotting a Bare Minimum Relationship and Moving On
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It happens fast. One moment, you’re wrapped up in an “us against the world” relationship, and the next, you feel you’re doing all the emotional heavy lifting. But how do you know when your partner is doing just enough to keep things from falling apart…
Rare Species – What It Means to Be a High-Value Man
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In case you haven’t noticed, dating thrives on trends—some fascinating, others somewhat questionable—while social media bombards us with everything from trying silent dates to mewing for that sharper jawline. But one term keeps popping up on YouTube, TikTok, and plenty of self-improvement spaces: the high-value…
Ending Future Faking – Dating is Finally Getting Real
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If you’ve ever been swept up in a whirlwind romance that felt too good to be true, you’ve likely encountered future faking. It’s the art of making grand promises about a shared future—talking about moving in together, planning extravagant vacations, hinting at marriage—without any real…
Is Real Connection Possible in a No-Strings-Attached World?
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Modern dating is a paradox. We crave intimacy, yet we swipe endlessly. We want passion, but we fear attachment. The rise of no-strings-attached relationships has made it easier than ever to meet someone—without the so-called complications of commitment. But what happens when the thrill of…
Dating Someone Older? Here’s What You Need to Know
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Ever thought about dating someone older? Not just a couple of years older–someone whose life experience, ambition, and references belong to an entirely different era. Age-gap relationships are often dismissed as a pursuit of financial security or a nod to outdated “gold-digger” stereotypes. In reality,…
Find a Partner, Not a Project – Why We Don’t Date “Potential”
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It’s a tempting thought—that love and devotion will transform a rough-around-the-edges possible partner into a perfect match. But in reality, dating potential is a high-risk investment, and too often, the return is heartbreak and regret. The Fixer-Upper Relationship: A Blueprint for Disappointment Borrowed from real…
