Even if you are sure that you are over your recent break up, be careful about falling in love too soon again. How do you know if your new love is a wise choice? Here are some tips to help you avoid a rebound love that is unhealthy for you. 1. Get mindful of your behavior in your new relationship. Put on an imaginary pair of glasses that allow you to be present and to observe your actions at the same time. Throughout your new relationship … [Read more...]
Dating and Relationship Advice for Women: The Difference between Caring about Your Partner and Carrying Him
December 4, 2012 By
See if this story sounds familiar. You’ve been burned in love before—especially with men who have lacked care, concern, and kindness. You vowed not to put up with a man who is deficient in sensitivity. And now you think you’ve found a real gem—a man who listens, values, and understands you. In fact, one of the first few things you noticed about your new man is that you could tell him anything, and he was easy to talk to. Sounds good—and it … [Read more...]
Dating Advice for Women: How to be Your Own Love Hero
November 6, 2012 By
The aftermath of Hurricane Sandy created many heroes when this perfect storm devastated towns, cities, and beaches on the U.S. eastern seaboard in October, 2012. We witnessed on television rescues from rooftops and boats, and the generosity of others. Hotel owners offered their rooms as shelter, neighbors from other townships brought food and clothing, and families opened their hearts and homes to survivors. All these caring and brave people … [Read more...]
Dating Advice for Older Women: Moving On after Divorce from a Long-term Marriage
November 1, 2012 By
Not too long ago Al and Tipper Gore announced their divorce. More recently, two Hollywood couples, Danny Devito and Rhea Perlman, and Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver, also announced they were divorcing. Even though we don’t know all the true details about these couples, most of us were, understandably, surprised. Our assumptions about long-term love, marriage, and trust are shaken. You’d like to think that long-term marriages are a … [Read more...]
Dating Advice for Women: How Much to Reveal to a New Man About Your Life
November 1, 2012 By
When you meet someone you really like, you feel excited and anxious at the same time. On the one hand, you might be thinking, “It’s so hard to find someone decent and available that I want to tell him everything about me, and learn everything about him right away.” On the other hand, you might also be feeling afraid that telling him everything about your past relationships and emotional struggles will make him head for the hills. Like Dr. … [Read more...]
