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My boyfriend blackmails me – what should I do?

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My boyfriend is a bit controlling towards me. He tends to emotionally blackmail me if I don't do what he wants me to do. I think it's not a big problem. But I thought I'll ask you anyway. Deepika (24), Bangalore.

She betrayed me!

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“He was a friend after all. He knew I was going out with her. But on that fateful night when I found them together, it left a bitter scar,” says Ronith. He shares his hurtful love story with us.

Guide to recovery for the cheated

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If your partner has cheated on you, it’s normal that you suffer from trust issues. But there are ways to recover and have a healthy relationship yet again. Here’s how…

8 signs you’re with the wrong partner

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Not sure about your partner? It’s totally reasonable to question the health of your relationship. In case you’re wondering, here are eight signs you might be with the wrong person.

Signs your love-life is driving you to drink

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Do you only feel good about yourself when you feel good about your relationship? Beware of using booze for comfort. Research reveals why fights drive some lovers to drink.

My BF is so possessive, what should I do?

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I am in a healthy relationship since two years. I really have a wonderful time with him – he is loving, caring and very soft-spoken. There is no problem except that he doesn’t like my being friends with any other guys.

My best friend broke my heart - now what?

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I am in love with my best friend. I thought it was mutual so I told him. Last month, when he returned from a holiday, he said he was dating someone else. Now he is ignoring me completely. I am so hurt. What do I do? Sahiba (22), Udaipur.

She smells bad – should I dump her?

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My girlfriend hates to shower. She smells bad, really bad. Sometimes she doesn't shower for as many as three days. I don't like getting intimate because she's so messy. Now she's upset and says I'm avoiding her. I'm really confused, Auntyji. Please help me. Virat (24), DelhiThis is becoming a big problem in our relationship – I wonder if I should break up with her. Virat (24), Delhi