Ellen Frances
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Daily five-minute reads about writing — discipline, doubt, and the reality of taking the work seriously without burning out. https://linktr.ee/ellenfranceswrites
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What It’s Really Like To Have Never Had A Relationship
Meet Alex*. He's a very dear friend of mine, whose name I've changed for the sake of this relationship. Whilst his name might be fake, nothing about his story and experiences are. So in advance, we should all thank Alex for his insights.
By Ellen Frances3 years ago in Humans
If You're Going To Dump Someone, Blindside Them
He dumped me. Right then and there. Paralysed with shock. One minute we were together, the next minute we weren't. My first boyfriend was an ass like that. He dumped on our two-year anniversary. I seriously thought we were about to celebrate the day, our love, and how far we had come together.
By Ellen Frances3 years ago in Humans
Don't Lie About Your Heartbreak To Me
No one is going to tell you how to get over your breakup. Sure, they're going to pile on the unsolicited advice. And if you have Twitter or go onto Reddit or spend any time here, someone has a surefire way of getting over your breakup.
By Ellen Frances3 years ago in Humans
I'm Fine?! Hey Dudes, Stop Misinterpreting The Female Dictionary
What's with those four little letters? That one little word? What's with that seemingly innocent phrase? When that word combines with another, it annoys the absolute hell out of every male dating a woman.
By Ellen Frances4 years ago in Humans
You're Missing The Signs You're A Number Two Partner
Some people say they know when they're second in their partner's life. I applaud that level of honesty and reflection. But for most, unless you're looking for the exit door, knowing you're not number one takes a significant confrontation with reality.
By Ellen Frances4 years ago in Humans
You're The Dummy For Believing These Relationship Cliches Exist In Real Life
One of the most messed up parts of having a problem in your life is the platitudes. Everything is going to be ok. Keep your chin up. Just keep going. If you put it out of your mind, you will get over it.
By Ellen Frances4 years ago in Humans
