Merylee Sevilla

Bio

BA Psych/Law from Carleton University. Passionate about enlightenment, foodporn, travel and cleaver thinking. Check me out Insta @drml33 or my works at www.livetravellaugh.wordpress.com OR www.ltlphotos.wordpress.com

How Refusing To Jump Into A Relationship Made Me A Better Spouse In The Long Run

By Merylee Sevilla

As I turned 30 and entered this new chapter of my life – getting engaged and starting to plan for the future — I look back at where I am now and realize I am a better spouse because I had spent some time alone and single. Who knew being single for…

7 Signs Your Short-Term Fling Is Actually A Long-Term Relationship

By Merylee Sevilla

Ever find yourself in limbo with that person you've been seeing? Maybe it's been a few weeks or months and you haven't had that serious talk about what you are, but you've noticed you've been spending a lot more time together. Here are seven signs…

The 3 Warning Signs That Hint You're What's Wrong With Your Relationship

By Merylee Sevilla

Relationships aren't always about the happy moments. Unfortunately, you sometimes find yourself in a situation where your relationship is put to the test. At times, when you look at the struggling relationship, you wonder if you are the…

10 Simple Things Your GF Does That'll Make You Realize She's The One

By Merylee Sevilla

Sometimes hard to tell whether or not the girl you are with is wife material... and other times, it's so obvious. Here are 10 things to help you in your quest to discover whether or not she's the one. You deserve love, and you'll get it. 1. She…

5 Signs You Need To Completely Cut Ties With Your Toxic Family

By Merylee Sevilla

I broke up with my parents and most of family when I came out as gay. Growing up, I spent years and years unknowingly sacrificing my happiness and my mental and emotional health in the name of family. I believed I had to do anything and everything…

How To Have The Best New Year's Eve Ever If You're In A New Relationship

By Merylee Sevilla

If there's anything I've learned since being in a relationship, it's that everything that seemed to be a drag when I was single is no longer painfully annoying. Actually, it's quite enjoyable. New Year's Eve is a holiday when, if you're single, only…

What You Should Know About Dating Someone With Depression

By Merylee Sevilla

I remember when I first realized I was depressed and went on my anti-depressants, I instantly thought if anyone ever found out I was depressed, I would be judged by my friends. I was convinced I would lose all my friends if they knew, that they'd…

5 Signs Your Lover Is A Broken Soul, And How To Be Sensitive To Them

By Merylee Sevilla

When my girlfriend and I got together, I quickly knew she was my one and only. I had shared with her my deepest secrets and fears. In a way, I guess that's how you know they're the one: When you can tell them the worst possible thing and yet they…

What It's Like To Date Someone Who's Been Married Once Before

By Merylee Sevilla

I'm a generally confident and secure person. I'd like to think many of my friends would say I'm positive and all-around good person. And when it comes to the relationships in my life, whether it be romantic or just friendly, I'm dedicated and will…

This Is How You Can Figure Out If You're Ready To Pop The Question

By Merylee Sevilla

There are two types of people in this world: the ones who instantly know how they vision their big days to be and those who shudder at even the thought of marriage. I use to be the latter. Even when I was in a serious relationship, marriage seemed…