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Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
Women Are Sharing Their Most Unconventional Desires For A Partner, And Some Are Really Making Me Giggle
Reddit user KitchenLoose6552 recently asked r/AskWomen, "What's a really weird thing that you absolutely NEED in a partner? Keep it unconventional." Here are the shocking responses: 1."He has to be okay with making it an absolute habit to ALWAYS close the lid before he flushes." —Ukacelody 2."Someone who knows how to act at the airport and has similar ideas about arrival time. It's not that unconventional, but in general, someone who knows how to act in public pretty much covers it." —settingiskey 3."This is definitely a weird need, but it's more of an anti thing: I cannot STAND when someone uses words like 'tummy,' 'tum tum,' 'bum,' etc. STOP talking like a toddler. I swear, the most perfect person for me would be ruined if they said they had a 'tummy' ache or liked my 'tummy.'" —motion_thiccness 4."I need them to be able to enjoy cilantro. It would honestly be a dealbreaker for me." —bruhan Related: 5."Squeezes out the dish sponge and puts it up. Don't leave it sitting soppy and gross in the sink. I think this says a lot about someone." —SunburntGemz 6."Similar sleeping schedules. I don't want to be waiting around all morning for them to get up at 2 p.m." —ChippedChipmunk 7."It's of utmost importance that he eats quietly." —mermands "This, and they eat with their mouth SHUT. I don't want to see your food or hear that lip-smacking. I'm big into manners, but it is beyond manners; It's just gross." —Sad_Marketing_Girl 8."Animals need to be naturally drawn to them." —antiquatedsheep 9."Trimmed and neat nails. Non-negotiable." —calpikochu 10."Someone who likes to slowly wander and admire nature with me. Like, I don't want an avid hiker hitting trails just to get to the top as quickly as possible. I want the meandering ones who are like, 'Look at this cool rock!' or, 'Whoa, look, there's a cute little lizard/bird right there.' I take time outdoors, and could sit there for several minutes just observing pelicans, or getting a cool picture of a mushroom. But also, they can't be shoving freaky-looking bugs into my face to look at. That's crossing a line for me." —Responsible-Survivor Related: 11."I love nervous men. Like, I love it when men are obviously nervous about being around you, etc. I think it's so cute." —Successful-Ad4992 12."Must be good at board games. Or, at least, good at understanding the rules to board games so I don't feel like yanking my hair out whenever we try a new one." —sidewaysballcap 13."They need to be at least a little more mean/assertive than I am. I like having someone who will tell the waiter they got my order wrong (politely!) because I sure as hell won't." —ggpopart 14."Will order the food AND share the food. All food is for sharing." —BunnyGirlSD 15."My partners have to be nerdy about something. I love a special interest!" —throwawaypolyam 16."Someone willing to dance with me. Even if it's just in the living room. Even if he's not good at it. I'm not either, but I still like to do it. It boils down to a guy willing to do the little things because they matter to me. There are a decade's worth of issues in my relationship, but they can be simplified to: He won't even dance with me in the living room with no one watching." —Tower-Junkie Related: 17."I need someone who knows how to navigate telling me when I'm wrong. Like, seriously, tell me I'm wrong. But you need to be smart enough that I believe you instead of feeling defensive. I thought I just wanted smart, but smart is often unable to hear when they're wrong, or they are defensive. I want a very precise mix of smart, humble, analytical, and tactful. The first time I drop a hot take, if you can't come at me, I'm not interested." —Marielynn502 18."Someone who knows angles and can take good pictures! The number of times I've asked a guy to take a picture of me (where, to me, it's obvious how to 'frame' the photo) and it comes out poorly. Like sigh, thanks for trying, but I'll just take a selfie. Also, someone who knows how to take good pics of himself. It may be shallow, but the whole under-the-chin shot with dead eyes looking at the screen, not the camera, is such an ick." —Such-Swimming2109 19."They need different meme sources from me so that we can both show each other things that make us laugh without having already seen everything." —SlugKing003 20."I'm not a yapper at all, so I love a guy who can just talk about whatever and let me listen and interject occasionally." —Wiknite 21."Knows how to spell, has good grammar, and knows how to text properly. They need to be able to use punctuation accurately. Send texts that are not too long or too short." —Responsible_Bake_854 "When I started dating again in my 30s, grammar was so important to me. I can't stand reading messages from someone who can't write properly. I am not as picky about them knowing how to dance, but being willing to is also very important. And just willing to try things in general. I want to go out, explore, and have fun. I don't need someone who is going to hold me back (again)." —jneinefr 22."Something that's important to me and I never mention it, but always look for it: They can't be addicted to social media (or doom scrolling). In recent times, I've found that the ones who stay scrolling on Instagram come up with imaginary issues in the relationship." —Inside_Success4817 23."Someone who isn't weirded out by farting, and can hopefully laugh about it. It's a normal human function. I am not running to the bathroom every time I need to fart once I am serious with someone." —sisterfunkhaus 24."My partner cannot be picky. I'm a huge foodie, and I need to be able to explore new foods with a partner." —WitchQueen_ Related: 25."Must sleep on the side of the bed closest to the door in case we have an intruder." —patchouliii 26."Has to love garlic." —EustachiaVye 27."Guys who have zero issue eating my leftovers." —quattic 28."He can't have a high-stakes hobby. NO CAVE DIVING OR EXTREME MOUNTAIN HIKING. You promise me a lifetime, you're not getting out of it by doing some dumb shit like that." —TinyTupperwares 29."No spitting! I hate when people spit on the ground!!!!!" —DrinkRound3484 30."Someone who knows how to get to the point. They don't talk in circles so much that 15 minutes go by, and they're still not at the main point of their argument. Doesn't over-explain if there's no need to." —Responsible_Bake_854 "They must be able to sit in complete silence with me for hours without it being weird. No small talk, no pressure. Just presence. I guess I need someone whose soul can rest next to mine. Bonus points if they don't get offended when I suddenly go, 'I need space,' and vanish for a bit." —Present_Excitement54 No matter who you are or what gender you're attracted to, what's an unconventional trait that you desire in a partner? Tell us in the comments or share anonymously using this form. Also in Internet Finds: Also in Internet Finds: Also in Internet Finds: Solve the daily Crossword
Daily Mail
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Woman who went viral for breastfeeding her husband reveals how she feels about it since she stopped nursing
A mother who used to breastfeed her husband while she was also nursing her children has reflected on her unconventional show of affection 18 months after it went viral. Rachel Bailey, 32, and her husband Alexander, also 32, filmed a new vlog that showed them sitting down to watch an episode of My Strange Addiction, in which they revealed their ununsual practice to the world. At the time of filming, the mother-of-three said it was 'not a kink' but a way for she and Alexander to bond emotionally and grow closer. She started breastfeeding her husband in 2016, when they went on a cruise holiday away from their children, who she was still nursing. But Rachel had forgotten her breast pump, which left her 'badly engorged' and 'in so much pain'. In an effort to help relieve her pain, Alexander drank milk from her breasts. According to Rachel, it 'created a more special bond between us which we never would have had if we didn't start this'. Now, though, both Rachel and Alexander seem to feel differently about the practice, having stopped since 2023 after their youngest child was weaned. In their recent vlog, the pair get ready to watch the episode, which Rachel had seen parts of but Alexander had never watched because he 'never cared to'. 'This actually would be my first time [legitimately] watching it… I may not be able to get through it,' he admitted at the start of the YouTube vlog. The pair got comfortable on their sofa and start watching the episode of My Strange Addiction. Before they got to their own story, though, the pair briefly watched the story of a man whose 'addiction' was to eating raw chicken. 'His episode seems a little crazier than our episode,' Rachel said. 'And yet, our episode was the craziest.' Once they began watching themselves on TV, Rachel let out a scream of excitement, while Alexander appeared to try and hide his embarrassment by laughing at the screen. Asking Alexander how he felt about watching the first part of the episode for the first time, he replied: 'My thoughts are [that] it's unreal. It's like it didn't happen, but it happened. It's just wild. I don't even know, I have no words.' He added that he was having an 'out-of-body experience' watching himself and his wife on TV. Rachel said she couldn't believe they were 29 years old when they filmed the episode, and on seeing herself breastfeeding Alexander, she declared: 'It's cringe!' They recently sat down to watch their episode of My Strange Addiction, as Alexander had never seen it before, and recorded their reactions for their YouTube vlog When another clip of Alexander drinking from her breast appeared, Rachel said she 'couldn't even watch' and panned to Alexander, who had an uncomfortable expression on his face. They hit pause and Rachel said: 'You can tell that we barely watched this episode because I have never heard this background music before. 'It was very hard for us.' She described the episode as 'cringe' a second time, while Alexander can be heard saying: 'This is insane.' Towards the end of the video, Rachel admitted that they could not sit through the whole episode. 'We could not watch the whole thing, I gotta be honest with you,' she said. 'Maybe years from now. 'It's funny to watch because it was an amazing experience but it feels like we didn't do this, but we did this.' Alexander added: 'It's definitely a once in a lifetime experience, hence why we did it, it's not something you would experience everyday, going on My Strange Addiction. Rachel asked her husband if people still approach him to talk about the episode, but he said they no longer do. 'Things go like this,' Alexander said, snapping his fingers. 'Things are on and off, hot and cold, so once one thing's gone, the next thing pops up so they move on with that. Nobody talks about it anymore, which is fine, it's cool.' While Rachel was still breastfeeding Alexander, she claimed he became healthier and his skin improved as a result of drinking her milk. At the time, she said he had not gotten a cold in two years and received plenty of compliments on his skin. They acknowledged the practice might be 'a bit of a taboo subject', but added that they were not embarrassed by it because they 'don't think it's bad'. When Rachel was producing the most milk shortly after giving birth, Alexander was drinking from her breasts 'three to four times a day' and always only after her children had been fed. 'I love breastfeeding him as it allows us to spend quality time together. It's definitely brought us closer as a couple,' she explained. 'We realised there was nothing wrong with me breastfeeding him, and it would actually be good for him as it is so nutritious. 'He didn't get a cold for two years after he started drinking my milk and so many people said his skin was so much better too. 'It's not a kink for us. It started as Alexander just helping me out when I was in pain, but it turned into more of an emotional bonding thing.' But eventually all three of their children were weaned off breast milk, which meant Alexander also had to stop drinking it. Rachel said last year that when this happened, the couple 'grieved' their 'bonding experience' and they even considered having a fourth child so they could continue. 'We grieved that bonding experience that we shared, and we even spoke about having one more baby so that we could do it again,' Rachel said. 'However, we realized that was drastic action to take and a lot of work, so instead we began looking for other ways that we could bond as a couple.' Instead, they now get up at 5 am each morning to catch up and meditate before getting on with the rest of their day. 'It was never a sexual thing for us. We did it because it was an amazing way for us to bond and share something special as a couple,' Rachel said. 'We really miss the breastfeeding times that we shared, but we have found new ways to connect.'
Forbes
30-05-2025
- General
- Forbes
3 Marriage Stats Every Modern Couple Should Know — By A Psychologist
As society shifts, so do people's approaches to commitment. Understanding how marriage changes is ... More essential to knowing what works best for you. Over the past few decades, the face of marriage has slowly begun to change. Not too long ago, many families looked quite similar. Most young people saw at least one marriage in their future, and the average age to wed was relatively young. This has begun to change over the past decade. While some people realize that marriage might not be for them, others wish to learn what it takes to keep the spark alive. As a result, people are turning toward unconventional unions as an alternative to tradition. For instance, in response to the increased divorce rate, Mexico City considered introducing the option of a renewable marriage contract. The point here was to allow couples to stay married for up to two years with the option to adjust or dissolve the agreement when the contract expires. While these measures seemed counterintuitive, the intention behind the proposed bill was to offer an option for people to test the waters before making a life-long commitment. Mexico's renewable contracts never came to pass, but the fact that the country's policy makers considered it shows how the concept of marriage is itching to evolve. More and more people are adjusting tradition to find something that suits them better. Knowing how people reshape their unions could be the key to improving your romantic life. Here are three marriage statistics to be aware of. With the gradual fading of societal stigma, living with a partner outside of marriage has become increasingly common. While cohabitation was once seen as a steppingstone to marriage, a 2019 report from the Pew Research Center notes that for many young people today, moving in together is not necessarily part of a path toward tying the knot — it's simply how they choose to build their lives. The number of unmarried adults living together has increased since the 1960s, and according to the report, 59% of US adults aged 18 to 44 have lived with an unmarried partner at some point in their lives. People often choose to do so as it offers the solace of a partner without the potential consequences of divorce, or simply because they believe living together is just as deep a sign of commitment as getting married. This might seem like the perfect compromise, but it does not suit everybody. Simply living together looks like the ideal alternative — offering companionship without legal commitments — but it can be short-lived. A 2020 study published in the Journal of Marriage and Family found that living together is more of a transitional phase than a lasting situation for many. Despite these statistics, some couples still feel that cohabitation is the best way to make their relationship work. According to a 2014 Couple and Family Psychology study, one of the biggest reasons for the increasing divorce rate is a lack of commitment. Love does not come easy — it takes time, effort and compromise for most people. This is where counseling plays a crucial role. Rather than viewing relationship difficulty as a sign of weakness, many couples take on the challenge with the help of counseling. This provides a safe outlet for people in a relationship to settle things amicably. A counselor can help couples mediate their deepest frustrations. Through reviewing the relationship, couples learn essential tools, practice active listening and gain empathy for their partners. A 2012 study in BMC Public Health analyzed evaluations of almost 150 couples in therapy. It found that relationship satisfaction was the most common outcome. Across the board, couples who participated in treatment reported notable improvements in their relationships from pre- to post-treatment. These improvements ranged from healthier communication to increased emotional intimacy and a stronger sense of connection. The fact that more couples are going to counseling confirms something that people already know — marriage is hard. Couples have begun taking their time before heading to the altar, aided by the understanding that marriage is a huge undertaking that requires maturity and careful consideration. A 2024 report from the National Centre for Family and Marriage Research shows that the average 'marriage age' has grown steadily since 2012, reaching roughly 30 in 2020 for males, and a historic high of about 28 for women in 2021. While this might not seem old, it is significantly higher than what people thought the appropriate age for marriage was in the past. While taking your vows remains a meaningful milestone for many, it is clear that people are approaching it with greater caution. As societal expectations shift and individuals prioritize personal growth and stability, waiting longer to marry reflects a deeper understanding of the promise it truly requires. Relationships come in many shapes and sizes, and society is starting to recognize that. People are changing traditions to try to find what works best. Whether you get married older or cohabitate, it's about how you feel as a couple. The choices you make in your relationship are about doing what suits you and what can serve the relationship in the long term. Are you satisfied with your marriage? Take this science-backed test to find out: Marital Satisfaction Scale
Daily Mail
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Woman is mercilessly mocked online for wearing 'tacky' Juicy Couture sweats as her wedding outfit
A bride who chose to ditch a traditional wedding dress for her big day has revealed her reasons for getting married in a Juicy Couture tracksuit. Ianthe Rose got wed in London to the love of her life and she shared her unconventional ensemble on TikTok. Rose said she opted for the choice 'to be comfy' and after the ceremony the newlyweds had a meal of 'chips and champagne'. Casual ceremony: Ianthe Rose ditched a traditional wedding dress on her big day and decided to get married in a Juicy Couture tracksuit Meanwhile, her husband also went for a laid-back ensemble in cream chinos and a gray T-shirt. Rose captioned the post: 'This is your sign to get married in a Juicy tracksuit. When I tell you I've never been more comfy.' The loved-up couple posed on the steps outside the town hall for their wedding snaps in their unconventional outfits. Rose wrote on TikTok: 'We needed to get married at a registry because we don't want a formal wedding and are not having a registrar, and we're not religious so not getting married at a church. We want it to be chilled.' Many used the comments to leave their own thoughts on the tradition-breaking outfits, with some questioning the choice. One person wrote: 'Girl, stand up, you're way too old for being like this.' Another added: 'Oh come oooon, they didn't really get married. All we see here is them walking and some random guy throwing some petals.' However the majority of comments called the outfit choice 'iconic' and that she looked 'chic'. Their way: The loved-up couple posed on the steps of the town hall for their wedding snaps
