“Remember, you are responsible for advocating for your needs. No one else can read your mind, and expecting them to is unfair to both of you. Your needs are valid and important, and you deserve to have them met. Don't let guilt, fear, or any other negative beliefs hold you back from communicating your needs. In healthy relationships, both parties want to meet each other's needs. So, if you're struggling to communicate your needs, start by identifying what they are,” says, licensed therapist and relationship expert, Jordan Green in her recent Instagram post. (Unsplash)
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Fear of rejection: You're afraid that if you communicate your needs, your partner may reject you or think less of you. (Gettyimages)
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Fear of conflict: You avoid communicating your needs because you're afraid it will lead to an argument or conflict and you'd rather keep the peace(Pexels)
Lack of confidence: You may lack confidence in yourself or your ability to communicate effectively, leading you to avoid sharing your needs altogether. (Shutterstock)
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Belief that your partner should already know: You believe your partner should already know what you want or need, which leads you to avoid communicating your needs directly. (Pexels )
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The first one, naturally, is the iconic thirst-trap still from Bridgerton Season 2 - featuring Jonathan Bailey in a loose, white shirt that’s drenched and clinging perfectly to his body.
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Heidi Klum has cemented herself as the official Queen of Spooky Season, thanks to her wild, weird, and eccentric costumes every year for her annual Halloween bash.
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Huang Zitao, also known as Z Tao or Tao, is a Chinese rapper, singer, producer, and actor who was a former member of the K-pop group EXO. He married actor and singer Xu Yiyang on October 16, 2025, in a grand ceremony held in China. The wedding was a spectacular affair, featuring multiple outfit changes. Here's a look at Xu Yi Yang's 10 gowns from her showstopping wedding. (All pics Reddit/ popculturechat and Instagram/ mayadstudios)
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Diwali, the festival of lights, will be celebrated this year on October 20, marking the victory of good over evil. During this time, families clean and decorate their homes, light diyas, and share sweets to welcome prosperity.
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Models including Adriana Lima, Bella Hadid, Jasmine Tookes, Gigi Hadid and Alessandra Ambrosio appear together on the runway during the 2025 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in New York City on October 15.
