Why is Valentine’s Day like going to the Dentist? Why would I imply such a detestable thing when I’m a lover of love and I teach relationships for a living?

Great questions.

I have NOTHING against Valentine’s Day. I LOVE Valentine's Day! But maybe not for the reasons you think. I don’t love Valentine’s Day because it’s a day where we practice romance and buy things for each other and say, “I love you.”

I love Valentine's D...

Dear Lauren,

I have been with my girlfriend for about 6 months now. She seems very traditional in terms of us going out that as the man I always pick up the check. I love doing it but at the same time I would also love if she treated me sometimes too. I don't know what to do, it feels uncomfortable to tell my girlfriend I want her to spend money on me, to wine and dine me. I have subtly hinted but she’s never caught on. What should I do? Should I just accept that I’m the man...