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Dating the Insecure Woman vs. the Secure Woman? Part 1

Dating the Insecure Woman vs. the Secure Woman? Part 1

Why do some women achieve happy relationships with the man of their dreams and other women do not?

Men love women who are secure and loathe women who are not. We know females do crazy things when they love hard. But all too often, these are based on fear. Fear will make you act crazy, so be sure to check yourself and please do not act based off your emotions. Men often speak of their love in terms of action, instead of simply saying “I love you.” If you want him to say it, it would be best for you to express how you feel and tell him, “ I love you, baby.” Eventually, the words will come out of his mouth.

Being Afraid To Love. [EXPERT}

Being Afraid To Love. [EXPERT}

Being afraid to fall in love when you have been burned before. And trying to change that pattern.

Love is a tricky thing. It can change you in a good way and a bad way. When you have had failed relationships more than successful ones; it is easy to close yourself off even when someone who enters your life who would be perfect for you. I have never truly been in love. I have thought in the past that I was in love twice, but now that I revisit those memories and relationships I realize that those weren't true love. They were faux relationships.Most of them used me for my kindness and took advantage of how giving I am.

Stage Five Clinger

Stage Five Clinger

How to get rid of someone who just can't let it go that you have no interest.

I think we have all had someone that we have met and thought, ok we will see what happens. Then the texts, calls, and even him showing up to places that you are at. It normally doesn't take long to figure out someone who is a clingy person. They will text or call you multiple times a day and its normally about nothing or what you are doing or more importantly where you are. 

How Love Can Take You By Surprise

How Love Can Take You By Surprise

So, what do wild parrots and dating have to do with one another? I am going to tell you.

So, what do wild parrots and dating have to do with one another?  I am going to tell you.  But first, in case you’re not from around here, it is useful to know that all over California there are flocks of wild parrots. They’re not native to the area, so dozens or even hundreds of birds must have either escaped or were released into the wild. When you live here, every once in awhile, you will stop and say, “Look!  There go the wild parrots!”

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Are you at wit's end?

Why To Consider Couples Therapy Before Breaking Up

It may be more beneficial than you think.

Over the course of a year, I see hundreds of people. Still, some of the stories I hear have touched me deeply. Such was the case with a couple that asked to see me after hearing me speak in Hawaii.

4 Essential Tips for 'Soul Centered' Dating #3

4 Essential Tips for 'Soul Centered' Dating #3

Be a Chooser

If you want to attract a positive, affirming relationship, you can't just sit back and wait for it to show up. You need to create a very clear picture of what you want in a life partner (as we talked about in video #2 of this series), actively put it out into the world, then allow yourself to choose from the candidates that apply! Be proactive -- no more settling for whoever comes along.

11 Ways to Mess Up Your Dating Profile

11 Ways to Mess Up Your Dating Profile

Not getting responses from guys on dating sites? Maybe your profile is sporting one some red flags

When you look for love online, your profile is almost always the very first impression of you that a potential date has. That's why it's important to make it as alluring as possible, and to eliminate any red flags that cause men to navigate away. Have a friend look over your profile with you, and double-check that you are not committing any of these online dating profile don'ts: 1. Telling guys not to contact you if they're immature. This makes you look like you have growing up to do.

Top 3 Worst First Date Mistakes Of All Times

Top 3 Worst First Date Mistakes Of All Times

Find out whether you have been making these three worst kinds of mistakes when you go on dates!

Ah, the proverbial first date. For centuries now, perhaps since the time of Romeo and Juliet, this has been the make or break element for every relationship. The story usually plays itself out along these basic lines, boy meets girl, boy likes girl, boy asks girl out, and voila, there we have our first date.

Selfishness Or Fear Of Commitment?

Selfishness Or Fear Of Commitment?

What’s the difference between being selfish and protecting your heart? How can you overcome it?

So after years of being happily single, you find yourself falling in love again. You didn’t plan it… It just happened. What started out as casual date has turned into something much deeper and you are thinking about settling down. One of my friends asked the question: When you have been single for years, how do you transition from the “selfish me” mindset into a “we” oriented relationship?

Could You Date Someone With An STD? [EXPERT]
His secret can become your worst nightmare.

Could You Date Someone With An STD?

You just met someone and had a connection, but would you still date him if he had an STD?

I have been giving advice to a friend for a few weeks now and I honestly have no idea where to go with this one. She met a guy that she really likes and he told her upfront that he has an STD.

Why Kristen Stewart Cheated On Robert Pattinson [EXPERT]
What made her stray?

Why Kristen Stewart Cheated On Robert Pattinson

What would cause a woman would cheat on the man of her dreams? Find out!

A woman can love a man till death, but if that physical passion combined with mental stimulation, is missing, then she may unknowingly feel unfulfilled until she meets another man who has the passion she never knew she needed.