Dating can be an exciting and thrilling experience. It’s a journey that often involves taking risks, putting yourself out there, and opening your heart to the possibility of love. While there are inherent risks in the dating world, the rewards that come from finding a meaningful relationship are immeasurable. In this article, we will explore [read more]
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The Science of Attraction: Exploring the Complexities of Sexual and Emotional Attraction in Dating and Relationships
As humans, we are wired to seek connections with others. Whether it’s to fulfill our physical desires or to find companionship and emotional support, attraction plays a crucial role in our personal lives. But what exactly is attraction, and how does it work? In this article, we will explore the science behind sexual and emotional [read more]
Nice Guys Finish Last? Not Anymore! How to Overcome the Nice Guy Syndrome and Thrive
As a relationship coach, I’ve seen many people struggling with relationships, especially with the Nice Guy Syndrome. This phenomenon affects both men and women, and it can be detrimental to their happiness and well-being. In this article, I will explore what the Nice Guy Syndrome is, how it affects people, and how to overcome it. [read more]
Setting Boundaries in Dating: How to Build Healthy Relationships and Keep Yourself Safe
Setting boundaries in dating is key to having healthy relationships and keeping yourself safe. It’s all about understanding and respecting the limits of the other person, and yourself. This blog article will explore what boundaries in dating are, why they’re important, and how to set them. We’ll look at the different types of boundaries, warning [read more]
Is It Over?
Do things feel “off” so that you are constantly giving yourself the pep talk, trying to convince yourself to stay? If so, maybe you shouldn’t. Stay, that is. Could be time to cut your losses. Tough as that sounds, it’s better to not turn a blind eye to it. Bottom line: trust your instincts. But [read more]
Are You Unhealthily Codependent?
Kimia had been in several relationships that started out well, but eventually did not fulfill her. She invariably ended up feeling taken advantage of, and that her boyfriends did not really care deeply for her. I asked her, “Do you think you made it clear to them that you won’t tolerate disrespectful behavior and that [read more]
Honoring Father’s Day, Dating A Single Dad
Did you know that the very first Father’s Day was celebrated on June, 19th 1910 in the state of Washington, and 58 years later, this special day became a nationwide holiday? Today people all over the world honor and give thanks to their dads and father-figures, making it a moment in time where we can [read more]
Overcome Your Fear of Being Alone
While being in a happy and stable relationship with someone you love and or adore can be like living a dream, being a partner is not the only path to happiness. In fact, when you’re able to spend time alone, with yourself, magic happens. A kind of magic that allows you to be the best [read more]