Part 3 of a Series: What to Do on First, Second and Third Dates Okay—you’ve made it to the third date. Yes—that third date which somehow in the United States and possibly other countries—signals that you should or could have sex. I have no idea where or how that idea got started, but please don’t heed that advice. Think about it. If you haven’t done so already, do you really want to take off all of your physical and emotional clothes, and … [Read more...]
Dating Advice: What to Do on a Second Date
July 1, 2013 By
Part 2 of a Series: What to Do on First, Second and Third Dates Second dates might mean second chances—which is often a good idea, but second dates usually mean that you are both interested in spending time with each other. If you did not spend your first date by just hanging out with friends or strolling flea markets or attending casual, community events such as boat or home shows, then I highly recommend that you do some kind of … [Read more...]
Dating Advice: What to Do on a First Date
June 25, 2013 By
Part 1 of a Series: What to Do on First, Second and Third Dates If you’ve ever looked for advice about what to do on a first date, you’ve probably received lots of advice: Make it romantic. Make it memorable—get impossible-to-get-tickets to something that makes you look special. Make it exciting. Bring a gift. Go to an amusement park. Confused? These tips make me think of the scene in the movie “The Wizard of Oz” where the Scarecrow … [Read more...]
The Aftermath of Ending Bad Relationships: Triumphing over the Emotional Hurt
June 19, 2013 By
Part 5 of a Series about Bad Relationships. Getting out of a bad relationship is difficult enough, but this act is just the beginning of journey to your best self. There is life after the emotional hurts from break ups, yet many people take the wrong path in their recovery and fresh start. Here is a guide of the top recommendations to help you use this next step wisely. 1. Expect ups and downs. Even if you feel relief from getting out of … [Read more...]
Bad Relationships: The Blurry Area of “Should I Leave?”
June 11, 2013 By
Part 4 of a Series about Bad Relationships. I once thought it was a joke that the cartoon character Dagwood would forget his wife Blondie’s birthday or anniversary. How could that be? And why would Blondie stay after such a slight? Well, I’m a bit wiser now. I’m sorry to tell you that these emotional transgressions happen in even the most loving couples. The hurt person’s reactions can range from “Oh that’s just so typical of Dagwood. But … [Read more...]
