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- What's Wrong with Saying "No Problem?" - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2016 from Marcia Naomi BergerSaying "thank you" is gracious. These are two words we all like to hear. How do you respond to someone who thanks you? This common replay makes me cringe: "No Problem!" "No problem." "No worries." We hear these words from sales clerks, food servers, and others after we thank them for doing ...
Views: 1959 - How Living in the Past Can Effect Your Dating & Relationships With Single Women - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2004 from Don DiebelAre you living in the past? Do you keep thinking about a lost love in the past? Do you keep thinking about the good old days? If this describes you, then you are living in the past. Sometimes this can become all-consuming and it gets to a point where it interferes with the present and your ...
Views: 1958(1 vote) - Experiencing Intimacy: Overcoming The Aloneness In Your Relationship - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from Cynthia BelmerOur intimate relationship with our significant other is a mirror of how we feel about ourselves and in life in general. Many of us face challenges opening up to our partners and talking about things that scare us the most in the relationship. When we are in this situation, a feeling of ...
Views: 1957(4 votes) - Get Your Ex-Boyfriend Back Without Seeking His Approval - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Vanessa MooreGet Your Ex-Boyfriend Back: Don't Seek His Approval It's common that Ladies spend a lot of time pondering and trying to feel out a man to see what type of behavior he will approve of. Then most girls act accordingly hoping to get more acceptances in their relationship. Obviously they think that ...
Views: 1956 - How To Know He Loves You If He Never Says It: Why Won't He Tell Me He Loves Me - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2017 from James UadialeHow To Know He Loves You If He Never Says It: Why Won't He Tell Me He Loves Me If you are in a relationship with a man it's not always easy to know he loves you. Unfortunately, not all men are comfortable verbally expressing their feelings all the time. If he doesn't tell you he loves you ...
Views: 1956 - Really Great Dating Advice for Those Who Really Want to Get Real - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2009 from Heidi Bilonick5 common mistakes women make in the dating world and tips for overcoming them. Every time I have heard, “It will happen when you’re not looking.” or “God is just preparing your heart for your perfect mate.“ or even better, the infamous “You just must not love yourself enough yet. If you don’t ...
Views: 1953 - Date-Rape Drugs: Protecting Yourself - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2009 from Victor SwindellWhat they are and the steps to staying safe from becoming a victim. For many years a new kind of rape threat has reared it's ugly head at bars, on college campuses, at house parties, and in various nightclubs – they can be called "predator" or "date rape" drugs. You may have heard of them, but ...
Views: 1952 - Falling in Love Too Fast - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2007 from Gary CaineThe feeling of falling in love is of the most exciting, thrilling and life changing events. Falling in love can change your entire outlook on life. Falling in love can occupy your mind and seem to take away all of life's problems. However, falling in love can bring about a serious problem of ...
Views: 1952 - Self Esteem and Marriage - Would You Marry You? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Shela DeanWould you marry you? If you were/are single, are you the kind of person you'd be looking for and want to hook up with? Sure, we all want a partner who is our version of the Perfect 10. But truth be told, we cross our fingers that said Perfect 10 will settle for a Strong 7 and overlook a few ...
Views: 1952(4 votes) - What Men Really Want - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2012 from Marni BattistaIt's easy to misinterpret what men really want. Whether it be what they want from a woman, or from a relationship, the movies, media and our girlfriends give us mixed message that leave Dignity Daters confused, frustrated and possibly even making tragic dating mistakes that leave them stuck in ...
Views: 1951(2 votes) - Why Men Cheat - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from JoAnne WilliamsMen who cheat I bet a great deal, many of you are still trying to figure out why men cheat. Well let me tell you the REAL reason why. It has more to do about the man than it has to do about you. It has nothing to do with how you look, how you perform in the bedroom, how you manage the ...
Views: 1950 - Relationships, Communication and Energy Fields: Gain Clarity - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Mara FisherEnergy Includes Three Aspects of the Body's System: Pathways – meridians, Centers –chakras and Biofield – aura. Understanding how the interaction of energy around you can affect a relationship will help you to maintain your physical boundaries. By sensing your energy field and your ...
Views: 1949(2 votes) - Zero is the Norm? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Chandi DeviWhat sort of people join dating sites? Well, you have respectable business people who have no time to find someone to date, people seeking others who share similar interests, there are shy people or people who do not have opportunities to interact or meet others in social settings, people just ...
Views: 1948(5 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: I'm really confused about a guy - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2014 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I'm really confused about a guy I know online from a social site, he's ten years older than I am. We've been in contact for several months. We now live in different countries. Recently, our chatting got intense and he told me that he likes me. ...
Views: 1946 - ***Key #1 to Finding Hope and Finding Him: Me First - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Bobbi PalmerThis is the first in a series of articles sharing my 5 Keys to Finding Hope and Finding Him. The 5 Keys are: M - Me and Me first. A - Assess your list. S - Shed your stuff. T - Time to get out and Trail blaze. R - Real women find their man. A single man I know once said, “If a woman ...
Views: 1945(17 votes) - HOW TIME CAN MAKE OR BREAK A RELATIONSHIP - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieKILLING TIME OR KILLING THE RELATIONSHIP I was once in a relationship but the person just had no time for me. All the time he would give excuses such as busy at work, got to attend weddings, got to meet up with old friends, got to meet up with his boss on a Sunday night! And the excuses went on ...
Views: 1945(7 votes) - Never Diminish Yourself For Any Man - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Kara OhI was just watching an older woman (at least 75) and her husband. She was enthusiastically pointing at something, wanting to share with her husband. When he ignored her, she turned to follow him, her head down, obviously feeling bad for not being acknowledged. Watching her brought tears to my ...
Views: 1945 - I Need My Ex Boyfriend Back - What Can I Do - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Vanessa MooreAny first Contact with Your Ex concerning What to Say and How to Say It Talking with an ex-lover is never easy… especially when your intention is to win them back. In such situation, it's no longer an "hey, how's it going?" uncomfortable situation. It's a pulse-repounding, palm-all sweating ...
Views: 1944 - Balancing Dating With Your Career - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Sarah MartinIn the modern world women can become high-flyers in their chosen career, whether they work in finance, medicine, management, politics or any other area. If a woman is highly successful however, can it compromise her chances of finding a relationship? Some women find that men can be ...
Views: 1943 - Confessions of a Former Dating Loser - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2012 from Dana McIntyreI met my husband three years ago on Match.com. Many times when I tell people that they get this shocked look on their face as if to say “What were you thinking by dating on-line????” Well to be honest, it wasn’t my idea. I was a 10+ year Realtor who was suddenly faced with limited ...
Views: 1943(2 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: I Had to Pay for Everything - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr Romance: I recently met a divorced Russian woman with her teenage old son while on vacation, we spent a lot of time together. I enjoyed their company very much. We keep seeing each other and I recently spent 4 days at her lavish home in the United States. I was really suprised to see ...
Views: 1943 - Dating Asian Women - Precisely How To Draw In Stunning Asian Girls - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2011 from Jack Flashdating Asian women methods, there exists one issue to be conscious of before anything more. Pacific Rim includes a variety of different areas, with each having its own particular features. In spite of the incontrovertible fact that you do not have to turn into an expert, you should at the least ...
Views: 1942 - How to Attract an Older Woman: Guys Learn to Navigate Through Cougar Town (And Live to Tell!) - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2010 from Rebecca MillsSome men find older women much more appealing and approachable than younger women. The basic reason would be the level of maturity than an older woman possesses, and some men may find that very attractive in them, thereby making a pass at them. A few points to remember while approaching an ...
Views: 1940(3 votes) - Relationships: Are Rebound Relationships A Bad Idea? - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone goes from one relationship to another, they are often described as having a rebound relationship. And this can takes place within a very short time of one ending and the other beginning; so there is very little time in between each one. This could be a relationship that has ...
Views: 1940 - How To Approach Girls Like A Natural-Born Pick Up Artist - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Dean CortezWhen your mission is to approach girls, the best selection of hot girls is often found at the popular bars in your area. Of course, meeting women begins with knowing how to make a confident approach and "open" her in a clever way. You need to stand out and make yourself more noticeable than ...
Views: 1939(1 vote) - Loves Dogs - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2009 from Allen and Linda AndersonA letter sent to us by one of our readers amused us and we think you may also enjoy it. In her letter, Jan told us that a relative of hers had made "loves dogs" a prerequisite for having a serious relationship with the next man in her life. Jan's relative met a suitor through an online dating ...
Views: 1939 - Relationships Are a Lot Like Cars: Here Are the 4 Reasons Why - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2019 from Jeremy SutterIf you're driving and notice that a warning light appears on the dashboard, you'll likely feel a range of emotions. You may panic and wonder if the light indicates a major problem. Or, you may be thinking about how you can afford to fix your vehicle. You may also choose to push the warning out ...
Views: 1937 - How To Get Your Ex Back - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2011 from Lori PinkertonThis emotionally charged topic usually generates tons of responses. Many people believe that they were justified in discarding their ex for all the right reasons. I’m sure that most of you have seen the Facebook post by the loud mouthed, blowhard guy that says the best thing he ever did was get ...
Views: 1936 - Useful Tips to Get Your Lost Girlfriend Back - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2011 from robin brainSo, it has been quite time that you broke up with your girl friend but cannot still get over her. You think that she is the perfect one for you and want her back in your life to be the special one then given below are some tips to help you in how to get your ex back fast: Apologize If you ...
Views: 1936(2 votes) - Dating Asian Girls - Learn How To Attract Exotic Asian Girls And Get A Gorgeous Asian Girlfriend - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from How To Get GirlsFor those of you who are into exotic women, I'd like to share a few quick bits of advice to help you with attracting (and dating) beautiful Asian women. The reality is that
Views: 1935 - 6 Things You Should NEVER Say to a Man - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Lisa Daily1) “We Need to Talk.” Nothing puts up a guy’s defenses faster than those four little words. Why? No woman ever says , “We need to talk — I’ve been thinking you should play golf more often.” or “We need to talk — my hot supermodel friend is going to spend bikini season in our spare bedroom.” ...
Views: 1934 - It Should be All Fun & Games! - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2014 from Emma ViglucciFun is important in our relationship. Having fun releases different chemicals in the brain that engender good feelings which get then associated with our partner. This is a good thing. Having fun with our partner should be a priority in our relationship. We can get huge returns on this ...
Views: 1934 - Realistic Dating Expectations - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Lisa LyngosAs you search for Mr. or Mrs. Right, we all have a mental picture of the ideal: tall, ‘movie-star’ good looks, charming, Harvard graduate or whatever alternative fulfills your flawless model. Visualizing your dream match is helpful, but seeking your ideal fantasy can leave you feeling ...
Views: 1934 - Dating a Widow - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Gregory SmithDating a widow or widower is not necessarily just for people older than 60. Women in their 30s and 40s become widows every day due to accidents, or illness, etc. Since finding widows out in the dating world is really not all that uncommon, I thought I would put together a list of guidelines ...
Views: 1933(2 votes) - Managing Anger in Your Relationship… - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2014 from Emma ViglucciAnger is a poison in our relationship when it is misunderstood and unleashed. It gets in the way of understanding, connectedness, intimacy, love, and satisfaction in our relationship. Anger in its explosive or simmering manifestation, is a sign that something is wrong when it is prevalent. This ...
Views: 1933 - What Women Want - What women look for in the perfect man - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Ed WalkerWomen think they have it tough; periods, childbirth, emotional turmoil, hair straighteners, diets, washing sheets, changing bra sizes, bitchyness and working out which member of Sex and the City they are most like. However, all of these things can be solved with a tub of Ben and Jerry’s, topped ...
Views: 1933(2 votes) - How to Date – Back to Basics - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Dr. Dennis NederHey Dr. Dennis – Hi and thank you for your help! I am single and I have been for 2 years. I’m a 30-year old woman with 2 part-time kids. I am attractive (though somewhat overweight), intelligent and I like to think I'm good company. Recently, I have had some pretty bad luck in re-entering ...
Views: 1932(4 votes) - Relationships: Is The Fear Of Abandonment Causing You To Get Attached Too Soon? - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperThere are people who like to take their time when it comes to the beginning of a relationship, and then there are others who go in head first. And based on how they behave, it is safe to say that they are both having a different inner experience. However, just because one may have a pattern ...
Views: 1932 - When Your Relationship is Rocky, Look Right at Your Expectations - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2014 from Michael BroderOne of the best ways to think of a relationship on the rocks is to reflect on your expectations for your relationship. What are they? What is it that you really want from your partner? What could your partner do now that would — from your point of view — make the relationship work again? Make a ...
Views: 1932 - Sex And Christian Dating - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Dorian MilonMany Christians are concerned about sex and Christian dating. This is typical, especially in our modern era where everywhere anyone turns it is all about sex. Sex occurs on television, sex in music and unbelievably, sexual scandals in churches. Often times, Christians try to find excuses in ...
Views: 1931 - At the Mall - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Derron liked to play his Xbox as much as he could in between work and school. He competed with his friends and family as well as people online. His new game just came out and he just had to beat everyone’s score. He always had to have the highest score. Sabrina worked at the video store in ...
Views: 1930(7 votes) - Gradual Transformation towards Authentic Charisma - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Etienne CharlandA lot of peoople want magic pills to solve all their problems. They often end up frustrated. Some are willing to put more efforts to get deeper results. Lasting external changes come from within. Those who decide to clear their emotional limitations to transform their life from the inside out ...
Views: 1929 - Relationships: Why Is 'Ghosting' So Common? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperModern day technology has not only had an impact on how relationships begin, it has also had an impact on how they end. In the past, one would have met someone in person and then it would have been possible for them to develop a relationship or something more casual. Nowadays, the first step ...
Views: 1929 - As Long As You Wear Masks You Hinder Your Ability to Develop a Successful Intimate Relationship - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Doron GilINTRODUCTION As long as you go on dates wearing masks – not presenting your “real you”, you might stay single. When you become aware of the masks you wear, understand why you wear them and have the courage to remove them you can develop a truly intimate relationship. IF YOU TRICK YOUR ...
Views: 1928(1 vote) - Contact With An Ex Boyfriend - Get His Attention - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2016 from Joan RiversContacting My Ex Boyfriend - The Right Way To Talk To Him; Obviously you can't avoid your ex forever - at least not if you hope to get back together. You probably want to make contact with your ex boyfriend sooner rather than later but picking the right time is almost as challenging as deciding ...
Views: 1927 - The Ferris Wheel - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Gina HardyDear readers...I have created my ferris wheel analogy in response to years of observations in friends and my own love relationships. This is the scene....you are in a relationship that is beyond the honeymoon period, where the rose coloured spectacles, viewing your once perfect partner, are ...
Views: 1927(4 votes) - Understanding Your Past Relationships and Preparing for the Future - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2012 from Sam VakninRomantic relationships with intimate partners (significant others) are comprised of three components: I. Mate Selection (Choice) II. Relationship Model or Hypothesis III. Termination Triggers Mate selection is critical, of course, but even more ...
Views: 1927(1 vote) - How To Get A Beautiful Thai Girlfriend - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from dhale mercadoMany guys who have a preference for Asian women can tell you that Thailand contains the most gorgeous girls in Asia. It's no surprise then that Thai girls are a magnet for Western men, thousands of whom fly halfway around the world every year to seek relationships with Thai girls. Often times, ...
Views: 1926(2 votes) - Does Your Low Self-esteem Stand in Your Way from Developing a Healthy Intimate Relationship? - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2013 from Doron GilA low self-esteem might push you to impress your dates and “potential others” by being “too nice”, “too accommodating”, “too easygoing” and so on, whether when you post your profile on social media or when you meet new people face-to-face. Even though you might be going on endless dates, as long ...
Views: 1925(2 votes) - Superstar Online Dating Profile Description Checklist - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Janet MoreheadThis is the 2nd post on how to have a Superstar Online Dating Profile! My 1st post was all about Photos for your online dating profile! Check it out here if you didn’t get to read it yet! So as I said before in my previous post…I was talking with a friend that just recently got divorced. She ...
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