There are important lessons we can learn about avoiding abusive dating relationships here: If you have had an abusive or controlling parent you will be more likely to choose that in a mate, unless you have worked on this issue. My book ‘Dating from the Inside Out’ explores this in more depth, in the Unconscious … Read more
Lightning usually only strikes once but there are exceptions to every rule: Here’s a popular relationship question: Should you get back together with your ex? Many people say that you should not try again with an ex-love because there were good reasons that you broke up in the first place. Often partners that reunite start … Read more
This year you can choose to be the captain of your own love boat. Embrace these 10 dating tips (or create your own) to taking action and fill your life with love! BE OPEN– Often we decide something is not right for us before we even give it a try! For example, many of my … Read more
Here are some dating tips from Michelle Obama and me. I’ve integrated her dating advice and a few of her dating experiences to illustrate some of my dating tips: Notice how a guy treats you: Michelle describes her first date with Obama: “He was trying to sort of show all his sides. So, we went … Read more
Change is always hard, particularly when it involves leaving a person that we care about and sometimes even love. Our romantic relationships often provide us with companionship, excitement, fun, affection and attention and then suddenly, all that is gone, with little notice. Often we did not even see the signs. So this is a hard … Read more
One of the hardest things about dating is the rejection. You dress up, go out and then that person may not like you enough to see you again. And this can hurt. But, it’s par for the course when 99% of dates probably won’t end in marriage anyway. So, it’s best to develop a healthy … Read more
Hi all, It’s almost the New Year 2019 and Valentine’s day-a time for love and new beginnings. I’ve never written about aphrodisiac foods, probably because I don’t like cooking! However, it’s a fun light topic that I haven’t covered… so here are 12 aphrodisiac foods that you and your love interest can munch on together. … Read more
I recently was asked where a single woman over 40 can meet men in NY. As a married woman and primarily a psychologist, this “where to go in Manhattan” is not my forte. I am a dating expert but I specialize in helping singles meet their mate by working on their dating psychology. My piece … Read more
We all remember the infamous episode on the television show Friends where Monica and Ross declare that they are, ‘on a break.’ Then Ross sleeps with someone else and the two argue about whether this was cheating. What are the rules for ‘taking a break’ in a long-term relationship, why do it and is it … Read more
Grandma was right when she said that you should be yourself on dates and she assured you that the right man would love you! Despite that, there are certain things to avoid and others that will help you make a good first impression: 7 Things Not to Do: Don’t Flirt With Someone Else, like … Read more