THE BLOG

If you’re wondering how a mindfulness activity can help you reduce stress and experience greater happiness, you’re in the right place.

Day in and day out, stressors abound. In both our work and home life, we all have to cope with the pressure to perform and provide.

The problem...

It’s easy to not talk about your feelings in a relationship. It’s easy to swallow your voice and let the issues brew.

It’s easy until it feels so hard you’re crying on the phone with your mother just bursting with things to say!

But where does that leave your relationship?...

If you’re a single woman who’s dating over 50, and the men you meet are not bringing enough romance to your dates, this is a post that can help.

The fact is that we all get a little rigid as we age, and that’s natural.

But there is also a biological and psychological explanation...

When it comes to goal setting for a New Year, birthday, or other big milestones, it’s fun to dream big and get clear on our plans moving forward.

The problem I find is that there's a lot of advice out there on setting goals that can be very confusing and even ineffective.

So this is a...

If you’re struggling with feelings of stress, doubt, and worry and wondering if Gabatrol can help, you’re in the right place.

Gabatrol is one of my favorite supplements to take to reduce stress and promote feelings of romance, bliss, and relaxation. It’s completely natural,...

Are you in a no label relationship? You know, having fun, getting close, keeping it casual and cool without “putting a label on it?”

It’s easy and undemanding until you run into a problem.

What if they don’t call you back? What if they start hanging out with someone else?...

Why are there relationship problems after moving in together? It’s supposed to be the most romantic time!

And yet, across the board, it seems to create a whole new host of communication challenges: bickering, misunderstandings, secrets, silence, tension, stress, emotions...

The good news...

When times are tough and things feel rocky, resilience is the first step to getting back on track.

If you’re facing a moment like this, it may feel hopeless and you may even worry about your relationship surviving it.

But rest assured, even in hard times, there are things both partners can...

How to say "I love you" for the first time. This is one of my favorite topics!

You also may be wondering “When should you say I love you?” Or even, “Who should say I love you first?”

To answer those real quick:

When: You should say I love you when you’re bursting...

If you’re single, dating, and haven’t yet met the right person, feeling confident that you know how to talk to a woman on dates is essential.

Right now, you may be doubting that there are women out there who want to have a real relationship or worried that they simply don’t want...

Long-distance relationships are hard! He doesn’t text you back enough, he doesn’t call you enough, he’s “busy,” he “forgets,” and it’s exhausting and painful to keep chasing after him to get the attention you deserve!

Although LDRs are more common...

Are you wondering how to deal with a jealous boyfriend?

You’re in the right place!

It’s easy to second guess yourself and think, “Is it me? Am I doing something wrong? Am I causing his reactions?”

And I want to stop you right there. This is not your fault.

In this post,...

Let’s talk about alcohol and relationships. On the one hand, drinking can be fun, help you feel uninhibited, playful, and even romantic! On the other, it can also heighten emotions and create unnecessary arguments.

If you’ve ever experienced more fighting in your relationship after...

When I turned 50 I developed symptoms of early-stage Parkinsons.

I was a healthy guy, I thought. I exercised, ate pretty well, enjoyed an engaging career and loving family. And yet, here I was with a diagnosis of a lifetime sentence.

I knew my options when it came to drugs and they all had...

So many men and women ask me how to get out of the friend zone.

You’re in a relationship but it’s not the kind of relationship you really want. You want them to see you as a romantic partner. You want them to cross that huge divide called “just friends” and make out with...

If you’re a single woman feeling tired of dating because there’s only so many “failed relationships” you can take before you throw in the towel, this post is for you.

Dating can take a lot of out of you, especially with all the other things in your life that need...

Many parents I speak with these days are concerned about their boys and porn addiction.

Wondering… Will my son become addicted to pornography?

With pornographic images and videos so readily available and free online, it’s becoming harder and harder to protect your children from...

Setting boundaries in relationships takes courage, and if I’m honest, sometimes it takes more courage than you’ve got.

What if they say no? What if they get mad? What if it just makes things worse? What if they leave you because you’re more trouble than you’re worth?!

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If your partner pulls away or suddenly ends things, it’s hard not to wonder if getting back together after breaking up is possible.

Making matters even harder, most women will immediately think it was their fault.

• “Was I too needy?”
• “Did I ask for too much?”
• ...

Are hurt feelings getting in the way of your relationship?

Everybody makes mistakes. No road is totally smooth. And you’re bound to experience things that keep you from opening your heart again.

What I want you to know is that there is a healthy way to move those emotions “out from...

Are you wondering how to get a girl out of your league? Because the ones you fall for are always are, right?

You dig down deep for courage, you make your move (usually some kind of text, email, dating, or social media app) and then…

Crickets. Or worse, she turns you down directly. Ouch.

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What to do when a man needs space?

I find this to be one of the biggest challenges in relationships!

If you’re in need of alone time and not sure how to communicate that to your partner, I have some good news — there are ways to tell her that you need space that will actually be...

Are you taking estrogen, or at the very least, considering it?

So many women today are!

When the body stops making estrogen, you can feel like you’re on an emotional rollercoaster, be plagued by worries, or have low energy. These are all symptoms of low estrogen levels.

The challenge here...

Can we agree on this? Whether you’re married or not, figuring out how to get what you want from a man in a relationship can be a complicated business! Especially in those moments where you feel disappointed or dissatisfied.

It’s inevitable that you’ll be confronted with habits...