Let’s talk about sugar cravings and how to stop sugar cravings. A study released by the scientific journal PLOS One proves that sugar intake directly correlates to higher rates of diabetes. The study was conducted by four researchers, including Dr. Robert Lustig, presenter of the 2009 “Sugar: The Bitter Truth” talk that became a YouTube … Read more
You can’t shake the feelings once you’ve been cheated on. The disbelief; the shock; the devastation. The disorienting sensation that you don’t know what’s true—all compounded by a surreal realization that you don’t know who your cheating spouse is anymore. It’s an entirely bewildering experience. You might start questioning your every move. Am I being too … Read more
In this week’s Love Essentially, I feature what I think is a great book for couples. It’s meant to foster conversation and bring couples closer together. Here is the article: New relationship book is all questions, no advice by Jackie Pilossoph for Chicago Tribune Media Group How well do you really know your partner? Do … Read more
What do you do when your partner’s low libido lowers your self-esteem? by Jackie Pilossoph for Chicago Tribune Media Group When two people first fall in love, we all know what typically goes on: lots of sex. Most new couples can’t get enough of each other, both physically and emotionally, and that’s a beautiful thing. … Read more
Two decades ago, when I was getting married, someone I know said to me, “If you are thinking about one of those prenuptial agreements, then you shouldn’t even be marrying the person.” I ended up not getting a prenup and I ended up divorced. And, I have never regretted not getting “one of those … Read more
Let that shit go. Wash, Rinse, Repeat. Mother’s Day. The joke’s on us, isn’t it? Let’s be honest: Every day is Mother’s Day. We are ALWAYS on duty, a 24/7 full-service one-stop shop. So, here’s what I’m thinking, and yes, it’s a bit radical, but I’m going to give you a Mother’s Day gift anyway … a Hall Pass, … Read more
I love Mother’s Day, and every year we celebrate and do something fun. But honestly, I feel the privilege of being a mother every day of the year. I don’t think there is a day that goes by that I don’t feel immense gratitude for the two best gifts I have ever received in life–my … Read more
Editors note: Going through a breakup or a divorce is emotionally painful, but there are also logistical/practical difficulties that come with the end of a relationship. What I mean by that is, if you are going through a divorce or a breakup, you might be in shock or devastated and sad and confused and angry … Read more
A common refrain of toddlers and adults alike is, “You made me so angry.” Or “You made me so sad.” Or “Because you acted that way, you made me act this way back to you.” It’s a version of, “The devil made me do it.” It’s a complete lack of personal responsibility and doomed to … Read more
All day long, we are bombarded with emails and texts, and it can get overwhelming. But how many of those messages are sent with the intent of love? A fraction. In this week’s Love Essentially, I address the importance of texting love, meaning sending nice messages to those you love and care for, just to … Read more
Everyone knows fighting in front of the kids is bad. Yet, many couples–both married couples and couples who are divorced do it. Why do we do it? Not because we want to hurt our children, but Because when emotions are running high, and people just can’t think clearly. In this week’s Love Essentially, I interview … Read more
Editor’s note: When I see Lisa Kaplin’s weekly newsletter in my inbox, it’s usually one of the first emails I click on, just because I know I’m going to get one or more of these things: laughs, entertainment, motivation, good advice, or comfort. But yesterday, I woke up to my dog throwing up in my … Read more
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