This category contains articles about dating relationships and sex.
There are many different kinds of affairs. They include one-night stands, flings, emotional affairs, affairs that never go beyond some flirty texting and/or talking, affairs where one person is married, and affairs when both parties are married. The first thing I want to say is that having affair is a horrible thing to do, … Read more
This article stems from an email I received from a newly separated 40-something woman, who hasn’t dated in over 15 years. What you have to remember is that online dating is still relatively new. If you think about it, 15 years ago, we had Match.com and other online sites, but dating apps did not exist. … Read more
How do you know if you’re in a healthy romantic relationship? What I mean is, what if you’re not sure the person you are seeing is the one? Or, what if you are thinking about divorce and feeling confused? I think that when it comes to marriage, relationships and/or to dating after divorce, the line … Read more
This is a great dating story about a divorced friend of mine who was dating a player (or so I thought.) It all started when she went out with a guy she really thought she liked. The problem was, he wasn’t treating her very well. For example, after the first date, she was the … Read more
Wondering how to attract the love of your life? More than dating strategies, dating apps, new outfits, beauty treatments, therapy or more, there is one thing you need. This one thing is more important than your physical appearance, age, past relationship experiences, current circumstances, online profile, how you dress, your career or financial success, what … Read more
We all know how complicated dating can be, especially in the age of technology. It seems like everyone is always on their phone and it’s tough to connect with someone and build a relationship. That leads us to dating rules. They help you stay on track and protect you from people who might not have … Read more
Here are excerpts from an email I received from a single mom who writes, “I was cheated on.” The woman dated this guy for 8 years. Seven months ago, she found out he cheated on her for the last year of their relationship, basically living two lives. He ended up choosing to be with the … Read more
I think it’s safe to say that almost everyone feels like finding love is hard. I would have added “especially at an older age,” but I won’t because I hear even from young people that meeting the right person is never a piece of cake. There are so many factors that go into finding … Read more
I got divorced at 41 and began dating shortly after. I have to say, dating after divorce at 40 or over has both its pluses and minuses, its ups and downs, and its highs and lows. It’s a roller coaster ride! And, Dating after divorce at 40 can be really complicated. There are ex’s and … Read more
When someone goes through a divorce or a long term relationship breakup, one of the many hard things about it is the feeling of insecurity because you are losing someone to whom you showed incredible vulnerability. Which…might cause you to have a fear of vulnerability with future dating partners. Think about it. When you were … Read more
What is a “real relationship?” I feel like I can answer that question because I have been in relationships that didn’t really feel “real” and I’ve also been in “real relationships,” and I can tell you, the two are very very different. I can also say that real is unbelievably better and more fulfilling! Here … Read more
When the honeymoon phase ends, and realism sets in, it can be tempting to wonder: Wait, am I settling in my relationship? It’s a legit question. After all, with the seemingly endless supply of options nowadays (cue: swipe, swipe), it can be tough to discern if the person you’re with is a realistic, amazing fit—or just a sign that … Read more
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