Treasures can come in dented packages
If you received a gift in a Tiffany's box but the corner was mushed, would you be unhappy? If you were given a 2-pound box of your favorite Godiva with…
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The worst two words in dating
Here are a few examples of two-words phrases you don't really want to hear while dating: Comb over Hair plugs Spousal reconciliation I'm married It's over None of these…
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Do you know what will make you happy?
When dating someone with whom you've become enamored, it is easy to project your life into the future. You imagine being intertwined every blissful day, moving in together, perhaps getting…
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“Disruption precedes discovery”
Keynote speaker Ian Percy uttered these words as a way to explain that what he was about to say would be disturbing to some of us in the audience. In…
Consciously creating the relationship you want
"Don't let what you've created get in the way of what you want to create." —Jana Stanfield My friend Jana Stanfield, the amazing musical artist, said this as we talked…
Who are you magnetizing into your life?
Some people believe they attract people into their life. Within reason, I'm one of them. I don't believe that I attract every person with whom I come in contact, but…
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Failed relationships’ blessings
A friend and I were discussing failed relationships. She said, "It depends on your definition of 'failed.' Not all relationships are meant to be long term. Sometimes you are pulled…
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Have you done inner work?
DG reader Tim asked me to address the following, which applies to both genders: I'm 41 and been dating 3 years. Most of the woman I meet assume that they…
Is he assertive enough for you?
In women's dating stories of budding relationships gone awry, there are two common themes: The man was too aggressive too early. The man wasn't assertive enough to say what he…
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Do you put your dates through tests?
Do you make men jump through some hoops when dating you? What do I mean? Some women will only date a man who: makes the first contact. treats her to…
“It feels so comfortable”
A gal pal described her relationship with her new beau with this common phrase. We interpret this as it feels right. If it weren't right, it wouldn't feel comfortable, right?…