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The Good Girl, the Good Friend, and the Guy With Secrets: Relatable Characters in a New Teen Romance
The Good Girl, the Good Friend, and the Guy With Secrets: Relatable Characters in a New Teen Romance

One of the things that makes these characters relatable is that…they do have their flaws and they make mistakes from time to time.

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Looking for Your Next High School YA Romance? How About One With a Full Love Triangle?
Looking for Your Next High School YA Romance? How About One With a Full Love Triangle?

In this way, the story involves a full love triangle—the main character can actually end up with both of her love interests.

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4 Well-Meaning Tips That Haven’t Helped Me Make Friends as an Introvert—And What Has Worked
4 Well-Meaning Tips That Haven’t Helped Me Make Friends as an Introvert—And What Has Worked

Many people are fine keeping relationships and conversations on a superficial level. But that’s not something that works for me.

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Why INTJs Might Want to Consider Taking a Chance on Love
Why INTJs Might Want to Consider Taking a Chance on Love

While it might not be possible for INTJs to become well-versed in the language of feelings overnight, having a long-term partner could help them become more comfortable with their feelings over time.

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5 First Date Ideas for INFJs
5 First Date Ideas for INFJs

Essentially, there are two main ingredients for an INFJ’s ideal first date—quiet and deep conversation.

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Why Do Some INFJs Prefer to Stay Friends Over Starting a Romantic Relationship?
Why Do Some INFJs Prefer to Stay Friends Over Starting a Romantic Relationship?

If an INFJ prefers to just chill, relax, or hang out with someone, it’s much easier to do that as friends.

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