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Sanya Panwar

Sanya has worked as an entertainment and lifestyle journalist for 12 years. She writes about health, wellness, celebs, pop culture, fashion and more.

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Priyanka Chopra’s denims are anything but basic. Is it jeans or a skirt?

Priyanka Chopra made a good case for street-style-friendly baggy jeans with her latest outfit. Think you can’t pull off ripped boyfriend jeans in a modern way? Let PeeCee tell you how effortless it can be.

Sticking to what she’s comfortable in, PeeCee opted for ripped boyfriend jeans with an asymmetrical shredded drape detailing from the label R13.(Instagram/ priyankachopra_beauty)

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Updated on Jan 11, 2018 05:00 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Cinderella to Snow White: This is how Disney princesses would look if they were Indian

A US-based make-up artist re-imagined eight classic Disney princesses with an Indian twist — and it’s gorgeous! Indian-origin Hamel Patel transformed into Belle, Mulan, Cinderella, Pocahontas, Snow White, Jasmine, Princess Aurora and Ariel with bold make-up and then upped the ante with traditional Indian attire and accessories. See pics.

Not only does US-based make-up artist Hamel Patel’s Snow White look(left) have a red bow and dark blue clothing , but she’s got an apple as a prop, much like the original. Read on to see many more re-imagined princesses, including Mulan (centre) and Jasmin (right) and prepare to be amazed.(Instagram/ hamelpatel_)

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Updated on Jan 11, 2018 11:12 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Deepika, Kareena, Katrina show you why one-shoulder styles are instant winners

Here are 13 one-shoulder looks inspired by celebrities — from Kareena Kapoor to Deepika Padukone — that will inspire you to rock the trend. And maybe — just maybe — retire the ubiquitous off-the-shoulder neckline.

Actor Kareena Kapoor created her own one-shoulder look as she gently let her right strap fall down her arm for the Vogue magazine cover shoot. She’s wearing a gold and black bikini from Melissa Odabash.(Instagram/ stunning.bollywood)

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Updated on Jan 09, 2018 02:53 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Six absolutely crazy denim trends we saw in 2017

2017 was officially the year of the crazy — unwearable and just plain strange — jeans trend. We’re sure these denim pairs — plastic jeans, detachable jeans, zipper jeans, mud-splattered jeans, b*tt-crack jeans, thong jeans — will instantly make you cringe and say ‘seriously?’

Below we’ve gathered few such creative designs that are too good not to see. Feast your eyes on plastic jeans, zipper jeans and more.(Twitter and Instagram)

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Updated on Dec 31, 2017 09:20 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

In 2017, Deepika Padukone proved that she can pull off any hairstyle or make-up

We may not be able to give you Deepika Padukone’s genetically-blessed skin, but her make-up, now that we can help you with. Read on for the 17 best make-up and hair looks that the Padmavati actor, who has so many beauty tricks up her sleeve, aced in 2017.

Actor Deepika Padukone at Cannes film festival in May, 2017.(Instagram)

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Updated on Dec 30, 2017 09:36 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Anushka Sharma’s wedding jewellery: Brides, see all her bling before you buy yours

Whether you’re a bride — or her mother, sister, bestie, or a guest — these show-stopping jewellery pieces, which actor Anushka Sharma dazzled in at her wedding, will have you wanting to step up your jewel game. Soak up the inspiration when you scroll.

Actor Anushka Sharma not only wore some traditional jewellery at her wedding, she also chose few whimsical pieces.(Instagram)

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Updated on Dec 29, 2017 03:39 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma wedding: This is how a modern Indian groom should dress

It’s hard to dress well on a regular day, but the pressure of the big day is intense enough to give any man cold feet. But not for Virat Kohli. The cricketer was easily the best-dressed groom we’ve seen in a while. Here’s every outfit he wore during his recent wedding to actor Anushka Sharma.

Take a look at Virat’s stylish outfits to help you find your wedding fashion inspiration.(Agencies and Instagram)

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Updated on Dec 29, 2017 09:22 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli wedding fashion: All the best looks of the ravishing bride

Actor Anushka Sharma and cricketer Virat kohli’s star-studded wedding celebrations are finally over. It’s time now to look back at the new Mrs Kohli’s impressive bridal wardrobe -- from her fairy-tale pink lehenga to her over-the-top chic reception ensemble.

Scroll down for a refresher on actor Anushka Sharma’s impressive bridal looks, and prepare to swoon over all over again.(Instagram)

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Updated on Dec 28, 2017 01:58 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Who wore the best dress in 2017? From Aishwarya Rai to Deepika Padukone, take your pick

From Deepika Padukone’s scene-stealing red ruffled maxi dress to embellished gowns on Kareena Kapoor, these were the moments we won’t be forgetting any time soon. Read on for the 16 can’t-miss dresses spotted on celebrities in 2017.

We’re highlighting 16 can’t-miss looks from top Bollywood beauties.(Instagram)

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Updated on Dec 28, 2017 12:30 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli Mumbai reception: Kangana in gold and other gorgeous celeb looks

After admiring countless fancy outfits worn by actor Anushka Sharma and cricketer Virat Kohli at their wedding functions, we were more than prepared to see our favourite stars slip into fabulous designer looks at the couple’s reception in Mumbai. And Tuesday night’s starry celebrations didn’t lack in the style department. Here’s what Anushka and Virat’s fashion-forward guests wore.

Read on for are 18 memorable looks from Anushka-Virat’s wedding reception in Mumbai.(Instagram)

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Updated on Dec 27, 2017 02:19 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Kareena Kapoor is Bollywood’s best-dressed diva. 14 times she shut her critics in 2017

The wardrobe of Kareena Kapoor is a constant roller coaster of style: From sweatshirts to slip dresses and all that’s in-between. Check back as we track Bebo’s top red carpet and street style looks from 2017.

Check out our favourite looks seen on Kareena Kapoor in 2017.(Instagram)

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Updated on Dec 27, 2017 01:16 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Anushka Sharma loves red: Her best statement-making outfits in her favourite colour

Actor Anushka Sharma looked every inch a newly-wed at her reception in Delhi on Thursday. Wearing a Benarasi sari designed by Sabyasachi Mukherjee, the lady in red showed off her penchant for the bold hue. We look back on some of her red-hot looks.

Actor Anushka Sharma, who wore a red sari by designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee for her wedding reception on Thursday, has a thing for the colour red. She has opted to wear it on multiple occasions.

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Published on Dec 22, 2017 03:42 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli wedding: See stunning illustration of their Sabyasachi look

At a time when the internet is flooded with images from actor Anushka Sharma and cricketer Virat Kohli’s wedding in Italy, an illustrator on Instagram is giving fashion photography a run for its money with her creative sketch of the just-married famous couple in their signature wedding look.

Actor Anushka Sharma picked a breathtaking Sabyasachi lehenga for her destination wedding with cricketer Virat Kohli in Florence on Monday.(Instagram/ sups.artzone)

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Updated on Dec 14, 2017 04:06 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Miss World 2017 Manushi Chhillar looks completely unrecognisable in these old photos

We couldn’t believe it was really the newly-crowned Miss World 2017, Manushi Chhillar, when we saw her old photos. But the 20-year-old medical student’s jaw-dropping transformation is nothing new, as most beauty pageant winners completely change their look with help from top grooming and training professionals.

Miss World 2017, ManushiChhillar, has always had a beautiful face, but she hasn’t always been this impeccably groomed, polished and chic woman.(Instagram/ Manushi Chhillar)

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Updated on Nov 22, 2017 03:02 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Heard of Kombucha? Is it really a miracle superdrink or another weird wellness fad?

Kombucha is a tea made through a fermentation process involving bacteria, yeast, and raw sugar. The fermented beverage has been hailed as a cure for all imaginable ailments. But what is it exactly, and is it good for you at all?

Kombucha is a fermented, probiotic tea that’s tart, lightly sweetened, and slightly effervescent.(Shutterstock)

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Updated on Nov 10, 2017 09:54 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Ileana D’Cruz reveals she had body dysmorphic disorder. Here’s what the illness is

After Deepika Padukone, Sonam Kapoor and Parineeti Chopra, actor Ileana D’Cruz has opened up about body image issues. The Rustom actor, on Sunday, revealed how she was on the verge of committing suicide because she suffered from body dysmorphic disorder (BDD).

Ileana D’Cruz struggled with body dysmorphic disorder, a pathological preoccupation with an imagined or slight physical defect of one’s body to the point of causing significant stress or behavioural impairment.(IANS)

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Updated on Nov 07, 2017 12:35 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Can cheating in marriage be healthy and help it in the long run?

Many would think that affairs signal the end of a marriage. We speak with psychologists to understand if/how infidelity makes or breaks a marriage.

When someone cheats in a relationship they value, it is almost never just about sex.(Shutterstock)

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Updated on Nov 06, 2017 12:42 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Sara Ali Khan to Aaliyah Kashyap: The most fashionable celebrity kids of Instagram

From actor and fashion icon Sonam Kapoor’s cousins Shanaya and Jhanvi to filmmaker Anurag Kashyap’s daughter Aaliyah, these are the most stylish celebrity kids to follow on Instagram.

Get major fashion inspo from these most stylish celebrity kids: From left to right, Sara Ali Khan, Aaliyah Kashyap and Jhanvi Kapoor.(Instagram)

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Updated on Nov 01, 2017 09:16 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Padmavati’s Chittorgarh Fort is one of the greatest forts ever built. Here’s why

By any standard, Rajasthan’s Chittorgarh Fort is a very big building - and digging into the architectural and historical backstory of the ornate fort, where Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming Padmavati is set, was a lot of fun. Here are a few choice details.

The story of Padmavati, who immolated herself to allegedly escape one of the most powerful rulers of the Khalji dynasty of Delhi Sultanate, Allaudin Khilji, has made for interesting folklore and ballads. Deepika Padukone plays Rani Padmavati in an upcoming movie.

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Updated on Oct 28, 2017 09:05 AM IST

Hindustan Times | BySanya Panwar

Do you pee often or hardly ever? Here’s what your urine can tell about your health

Your waste can reveal a lot about your health. In fact, learning to read your urine can save your life. So, here’s what you need to know about your pee, from that unusual scent to frequent urination.

If your urine is any shade other than clear or light yellow, it could indicate trouble.(Shutterstock)

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Updated on Oct 26, 2017 12:45 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Esha Deol to Soha Ali Khan, best celebrity pregnancy styles of 2017. See pics

Maternity fashion isn’t the just-cover-your-bump-with-a-stole affair that it used to be, thanks to fun pregnancy clothes and knockout celebrity maternity outfits. Here, for proof, are our favourite styles of pregnant actors - we dare you not to pin any of them.

While they were expecting, actors Nisha Rawal, Esha Deol and Soha Ali Khan (L-R) embraced a rule that works for many pregnant women: wear what you’re comfortable in and accessorise.(Instagram)

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Updated on Oct 24, 2017 08:56 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Diwali recipes: Apple coconut barfi to shahi tukda, 5 desserts with a twist

There’s a wide world of crave-worthy experimental desserts that don’t require you going to a culinary institute. This festive season, get inspired with these indulgent dessert recipes with creative spins.

These prettiest and tastiest desserts will get oohs and ahhs twice - once when presented, and again when your guests dig in - so be informed.(Khandani Rajdhani and Rasovara)

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Published on Oct 18, 2017 12:34 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Your guide to Diwali dressing: Embroidered sharara to peplum kurta and more

Dressing for the festive season may seem like a daunting task, but fear not. Finding a Diwali-appropriate ensemble has never been easier, thanks to our complete guide for festive dressing. Just scroll down and get shopping!

Whether hanging with the fam and having a night in or going for a house party, become a dazzling diva this Diwali with this festive dressing guide.(Aza Fashions)

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Updated on Oct 23, 2017 03:44 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

10 best Diwali desserts: How to make dryfruit gud ladoo, anjeer gujiya and much more

Dessert lovers rejoice. Every recipe in this tantalising collection is decadent, diet-denying, delicious and to-die-for. So, what are you waiting for? Take notes and start your festive season right with these perennial classics.

Become your family and friends’ favourite chef, by perfecting one or all of these insanely delicious and to-die-for traditional dessert recipes.(Khandani Rajdhani and Rasovara)

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Updated on Oct 17, 2017 08:54 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Festive make-up tutorial: Become a Diwali diva with 12 simple tips

Looking for festive make-up ideas to look sparkly and feel Diwali-ready? Consider these 12 easy and quick tips and tricks your Diwali make-up cheat sheet. You’ll definitely catch eyes.

Checkout our definitive guide to help you slay a festive look in mere minutes.(Shutterstock)

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Updated on Oct 14, 2017 09:54 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Are you pregnant? 8 simple things you can do to have an intelligent baby

To ensure your baby inherits your braininess, we bring you eight tips that ensure your baby is smart and intelligent.

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Updated on Apr 05, 2017 08:05 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Priyanka Chopra, Lilly Singh, Padma Lakshmi tell us why dark skin is flawless

Priyanka Chopra, Lilly Singh, Padma Lakshmi get real about being dark-skinned women. They are the only three Indian celebrities, joining the likes of actors Eva Longoria and Jessica Alba and singer Demi Lovato, in Allure magazine’s 41 women of colour list.

Priyanka Chopra and Lilly Singh are among the 41 women of colour to be listed by Allure magazine in its April issue, where these women celebrities tell the story of their lives through their skin - and skin tone.(YouTube)

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Updated on Mar 24, 2017 06:01 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Morning sickness during pregnancy: 12 ways you can find relief

Suffer from morning sickness? A lot of things can help you feel better. Here are 12 of them.

Morning sickness is a symptom of pregnancy that involves nausea or vomiting.(Shutterstock)

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Updated on Mar 18, 2017 09:29 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Women’s Day: Just 25 things Indian women do everyday to keep themselves safe

On International Women’s Day, a look at small taken-for-granted behaviours women adopt everyday to ‘stay safe’ from molestation, harassment and rape: From avoiding eye contact with men trying to get attention to buying pepper spray.

Many of the things women do for their safety are often formed by negative experiences.(Shutterstock)

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Updated on Mar 08, 2017 07:30 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

Think your marriage is perfect and unbreakable? Beware of these 11 bad habits

Here are 11 bad habits partners often do not address that slowly erode love and connection between them. Don’t let your marriage suffer the same fate:

Despite how happy they started off as a couple, many couples struggle to maintain a ‘happy relationship’.(Shutterstock)

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Updated on Apr 05, 2017 08:08 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySanya Panwar

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Sanya Panwar

Sanya has worked as an entertainment and lifestyle journalist for 12 years. She writes about health, wellness, celebs, pop culture, fashion and more.

Priyanka Chopra made a good case for street-style-friendly baggy jeans with her latest outfit. Think you can’t pull off ripped boyfriend jeans in a modern way? Let PeeCee tell you how effortless it can be.

Here are 13 one-shoulder looks inspired by celebrities — from Kareena Kapoor to Deepika Padukone — that will inspire you to rock the trend. And maybe — just maybe — retire the ubiquitous off-the-shoulder neckline.

2017 was officially the year of the crazy — unwearable and just plain strange — jeans trend. We’re sure these denim pairs — plastic jeans, detachable jeans, zipper jeans, mud-splattered jeans, b*tt-crack jeans, thong jeans — will instantly make you cringe and say ‘seriously?’

We may not be able to give you Deepika Padukone’s genetically-blessed skin, but her make-up, now that we can help you with. Read on for the 17 best make-up and hair looks that the Padmavati actor, who has so many beauty tricks up her sleeve, aced in 2017.

Whether you’re a bride — or her mother, sister, bestie, or a guest — these show-stopping jewellery pieces, which actor Anushka Sharma dazzled in at her wedding, will have you wanting to step up your jewel game. Soak up the inspiration when you scroll.

It’s hard to dress well on a regular day, but the pressure of the big day is intense enough to give any man cold feet. But not for Virat Kohli. The cricketer was easily the best-dressed groom we’ve seen in a while. Here’s every outfit he wore during his recent wedding to actor Anushka Sharma.

Actor Anushka Sharma and cricketer Virat kohli’s star-studded wedding celebrations are finally over. It’s time now to look back at the new Mrs Kohli’s impressive bridal wardrobe -- from her fairy-tale pink lehenga to her over-the-top chic reception ensemble.

From Deepika Padukone’s scene-stealing red ruffled maxi dress to embellished gowns on Kareena Kapoor, these were the moments we won’t be forgetting any time soon. Read on for the 16 can’t-miss dresses spotted on celebrities in 2017.

The wardrobe of Kareena Kapoor is a constant roller coaster of style: From sweatshirts to slip dresses and all that’s in-between. Check back as we track Bebo’s top red carpet and street style looks from 2017.

Actor Anushka Sharma looked every inch a newly-wed at her reception in Delhi on Thursday. Wearing a Benarasi sari designed by Sabyasachi Mukherjee, the lady in red showed off her penchant for the bold hue. We look back on some of her red-hot looks.

At a time when the internet is flooded with images from actor Anushka Sharma and cricketer Virat Kohli’s wedding in Italy, an illustrator on Instagram is giving fashion photography a run for its money with her creative sketch of the just-married famous couple in their signature wedding look.

Kombucha is a tea made through a fermentation process involving bacteria, yeast, and raw sugar. The fermented beverage has been hailed as a cure for all imaginable ailments. But what is it exactly, and is it good for you at all?

After Deepika Padukone, Sonam Kapoor and Parineeti Chopra, actor Ileana D’Cruz has opened up about body image issues. The Rustom actor, on Sunday, revealed how she was on the verge of committing suicide because she suffered from body dysmorphic disorder (BDD).

Many would think that affairs signal the end of a marriage. We speak with psychologists to understand if/how infidelity makes or breaks a marriage.

From actor and fashion icon Sonam Kapoor’s cousins Shanaya and Jhanvi to filmmaker Anurag Kashyap’s daughter Aaliyah, these are the most stylish celebrity kids to follow on Instagram.

By any standard, Rajasthan’s Chittorgarh Fort is a very big building - and digging into the architectural and historical backstory of the ornate fort, where Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming Padmavati is set, was a lot of fun. Here are a few choice details.

Your waste can reveal a lot about your health. In fact, learning to read your urine can save your life. So, here’s what you need to know about your pee, from that unusual scent to frequent urination.

Maternity fashion isn’t the just-cover-your-bump-with-a-stole affair that it used to be, thanks to fun pregnancy clothes and knockout celebrity maternity outfits. Here, for proof, are our favourite styles of pregnant actors - we dare you not to pin any of them.

There’s a wide world of crave-worthy experimental desserts that don’t require you going to a culinary institute. This festive season, get inspired with these indulgent dessert recipes with creative spins.

Dressing for the festive season may seem like a daunting task, but fear not. Finding a Diwali-appropriate ensemble has never been easier, thanks to our complete guide for festive dressing. Just scroll down and get shopping!

Dessert lovers rejoice. Every recipe in this tantalising collection is decadent, diet-denying, delicious and to-die-for. So, what are you waiting for? Take notes and start your festive season right with these perennial classics.

Looking for festive make-up ideas to look sparkly and feel Diwali-ready? Consider these 12 easy and quick tips and tricks your Diwali make-up cheat sheet. You’ll definitely catch eyes.

To ensure your baby inherits your braininess, we bring you eight tips that ensure your baby is smart and intelligent.

Priyanka Chopra, Lilly Singh, Padma Lakshmi get real about being dark-skinned women. They are the only three Indian celebrities, joining the likes of actors Eva Longoria and Jessica Alba and singer Demi Lovato, in Allure magazine’s 41 women of colour list.

Suffer from morning sickness? A lot of things can help you feel better. Here are 12 of them.

On International Women’s Day, a look at small taken-for-granted behaviours women adopt everyday to ‘stay safe’ from molestation, harassment and rape: From avoiding eye contact with men trying to get attention to buying pepper spray.

Here are 11 bad habits partners often do not address that slowly erode love and connection between them. Don’t let your marriage suffer the same fate:

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