THE BLOG

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...

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...

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.

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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...

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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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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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...

It’s hard finding Mr. Right.

You hear messages like, “Don’t settle for less,” and suddenly, you feel empowered to have high standards for a partner.

But then you hear messages like, “Don’t wait for Mr. Perfect; there’s no such thing,” and it’s...

Those quiet moments when you get really honest with yourself and you realize…he’s losing interest.

Terrifying!!! I’ve been there. Everything is great until he pulls away from cuddling, he doesn’t say sweet things anymore, your sex life is suffering, and you’re...

I like you, therefore, I want to BE with you. Sounds simple, right?

And yet, it’s not.

Women want to be pursued, but we lose attraction when a man is “clingy.” When does pursuing a woman morph into chasing her away? When does the knight-in-shining-armor become that creepy guy...

You’re in love with your best friend. Of course, you are, she’s amazing!

You talk all the time, you have so much fun together, and now, you want to take it to the next level.

Problem is, how do you tell her? Do you risk everything and tell her? What if she already has a boyfriend or...

I get asked a lot for first date tips for guys. With so much misinformation out there and conflicting ideas about “what women want,” no wonder a guy might feel a little lost before a first date.

You may not know her yet or you may know her but not in *this* kind of context. What you...

Want a successful relationship? I’ll let you in on a secret.

Successful doesn’t mean “perfect.” Perfect doesn’t exist. It’s how you react to the imperfections that decide what kind of relationship you have.

These “mistake” moments are opportunities...

Everything was going great! You had sex and now? He’s acting distant, weird, and pulling away from the intimacy you had.

It can make you feel really insecure when this happens. “Does he like me? Does he not like me? Is he interested? Are we together? Will I ever see him again?...

"Great relationships are founded in friendship.” Yup. We’ve heard that before.

But what they fail to explain is how you’re supposed to elegantly cross over from one to the other!

It can be especially stressful for women because we’ve been told that making the first move...

Is he acting hot and cold? Making you think “He loves me!” and the next minute thinking “Does he even care at all?!”

Some things in life are complicated — like untangling the chain of a necklace (why is this so hard?!) — but this, thankfully, can be resolved...

One minute it’s all lovey-dovey and the next you’re demoted to being “just a friend.”

What happened?!

Believe it or not, this is more common than you think and it’s not at all the final word on the matter. There is hope for reconciliation and a return to love!

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It’s natural to have insecurities be triggered when you’re in a relationship.

The problem is when you go to express those insecurities to your man in order to get reassurance and boost your confidence, it goes sideways.

Rather than give you what you want, he often pulls away even...

Are you wondering if you’re mistaking "sex" for "genuine feelings"? And maybe even feeling bad about your choices...

You’re in the right spot!

Sex should feel good. If it’s causing heartache, stress, confusion, or shame, it’s time to try a new approach.

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You’re ready to take the next step in your relationship, whether that’s saying I love you, getting engaged, moving in together, being exclusive, setting the date…But he just won’t commit!

He’s dragging his feet and this, my friend, calls for an intervention.

We need...

You took the next step in intimacy and commitment and now he’s disappeared, cooled off, or acting totally weird!

Why do men run away right when it gets good? And can you trust him after this?

Great questions. The good news is: I have answers and a path to peace of mind.

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Are you already starting to have issues even though you “should be” in the honeymoon phase?

It’s easy to doubt whether you’re with the right person at this point. After all, isn’t the beginning supposed to be the most romantic, easy, fun time?

Actually, for a lot of...

It’s like as soon as you leave school, there’s no easy way to find a girlfriend!

Meeting women can be a challenge and creating a connection that leads to a relationship can feel nearly impossible.

But there is a way! There is a way to meet women, approach them, and follow through so...