Expressing your upset with your guy
When conflict occurs in a personal relationship, it's easy to blame the other. In my communication seminars I teach a 4-step method* for telling someone you're upset with something they've…
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Are you sending (or receiving) mixed messages?
You know what mixed messages are, but you may not be aware you're sending them: You tell the guy you're dating you want to move slowly, yet you try to…
Removing your mask
Most of us wear a mask, presenting ourselves as we want people to perceive us, not only in dating but in life. We decide how much and how soon to…
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What do you think your date’s car says about him?
Some women judge a man by his car. If he drives an expensive car, she assumes he's financially sound. But he could be hocked up to his eyeballs to pay…
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Long-distance dating pros and cons
Some people set no distance requirements on potential suitors. One DG reader shared she was romanced by a guy half way around the world for over two years! (They never…
Turn your liabilities into assets
Years ago I led a seminar on how to have a positive attitude at work. In the text, Attitude: Your Most Priceless Possession, author Elwood Chapman suggests employing the "Flipside…
Does he “get” you?
The dictionary has many meanings for the word "get." This discussion is about the informal term for "understand." But I think "get" goes beyond just understanding. My friend author/speaker Larry…
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Which character exemplifies your dating style?
Several years ago women were regularly overheard talking about which "Sex and the City" character they were most like. I could never decide, as I saw some of each of…
The money talk
My 63-year-old gal pal has been dating her 70-year-old boyfriend a few years. They recently returned from a fabulous vacation. I asked her how they worked out expense sharing. She…
How are you about receiving gifts from your guy?
It's my birthday! Since my sweetie's work week ends at noon today he's flying in this afternoon to take me on a dinner/dance cruise and spend his "weekend" with me.…
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Do men want feisty women?
I've recently become addicted to "Dancing with the Stars." I know, I'm slow to join the onslaught of rabid fans. What pushed me over the top was Apolo Anton Ohno.…