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- Have You Mastered This Essential Conversation Skill: How to Change the Subject? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Tracey BennettHave you been at the mercy of a bore or windbag? Did you want to change the subject and talk about something interesting? You can. And when your date or interviewer asks questions you don't want to answer, you can deftly change the subject and talk about something else. Media trainers have a ...
Views: 4011(4 votes) - Attempting a Better Relationship After Divorce - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Ray Kadkhodaian,CAC,LCPC,CADC,PsyD & Jean Kadkhodaian,MA,CH,Rev.Better relationship? The Chicago Cubs? You may be asking what the two have in common. Back in 2003, it was extremely disappointing watching the 7th game between the Chicago Cubs and the Florida Marlins. The game started out great and somewhere along the way, it headed south. There were many Cub ...
Views: 1781 - Good Conversation Starters - 3 Sure-Fire Tips to Flirt Successfully & Break the Ice With Women ... or Men - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Tracey BennettHere's practical advice for meeting women (or men). You're waiting for an elevator or you're squeezin' the Charmin at the market when you spot someone intriguing. You break the ice with a smile. Even a slight chin or eyebrow lift can get his or her attention. Next comes the fun (or scary) part: ...
Views: 4626(3 votes) - Stuck Between a Friendship and Something More - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Dr. Dennis NederDear Doc: I've known this girl for about a year now and I like her a lot. To cut a long story short, I've lost her twice now because of my lack of confidence which stops her from seeing me as more than a friend. She knows I'm interested and we almost had something but I pushed her away ...
Views: 3417 - Why Hire a Dating and Relationship Coach? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Nicole BaikieEveryone at some point in their lives is faced with the cold hard facts that in some area of their life change needs to occur - big time! For many people, their whole lives are about avoiding the changes they need to make. However, life has a funny way of catching up with you, and when it does ...
Views: 2290(6 votes) - From a Bird's Perspective - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Chrissy KohlerWho’s not scared of love? I mean whether you are scared that it will or will not find you, that it will or will not last, that it can or cannot exist – in some theory we are each scared of love. Scared of getting our hearts broken – scared of taking a risk – scared of putting ourselves out ...
Views: 1598(6 votes) - Signs That You Are in an Abusive Relationship - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Debi BerndtAbuse can come in many different forms – physical, emotional and even financial. If you are not sure if you are in a bad situation, review the different types of abuse and warning signs to see if you need assistance. 1. Physical abuse – This does not only apply to women or men who are bruised ...
Views: 2650 - Histories and Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Michael PaulWe all have history. For many, history forms our present views of relationships. From our past, we determine what we liked in relationships and what we didn’t like. This becomes, in part, the basis for forming new relationships when we have had the experience of ending one. One might think ...
Views: 1233(2 votes) - How to Get Over a Fear of Being Rejected - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Royane RealSome people end up living very lonely lives, with few friends, and no loving partner. Why? Because their fear of being rejected is so powerful that they can't find the courage to approach others socially. Learn what you can do to increase your confidence and improve your social ...
Views: 4642 - Tired of the Bar Scene? - Check out 12 Hot Spots for Meeting 30+ Singles! - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Nicole BaikieThere is no denying that it takes a substantial blast of mojo to walk up to a complete stranger and introduce yourself. Fear of rejection is a definitely a mindset that will debilitate even the heartiest of seasoned singles. However, having stated the obvious, at the end of the day what have you ...
Views: 3028 - How to Bounce Back After He Starts Dating First - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Lisa BrooksIt can feel shocking when the man you were in a long-term relationship with starts dating again, while you are still getting over the loss of the relationship and being alone. It opens up new wounds of betrayal and heartache. Here are some tips on how to handle the challenges of bouncing back ...
Views: 770 - Warning Signs of a Controlling Relationship: Read This Before Someone Controls You! - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Michael LeeKnowing the warning signs of a controlling relationship is crucial because it helps you avoid being manipulated and controlled by a potential partner. If dealt with correctly, you can re-establish a balanced relationship in which both parties participate fairly in the decision-making process and ...
Views: 3167(4 votes) - Should I Go The Distance? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2009 from Yvonne ChaseDear Coach Yvonne, I met a very nice man 3 months ago and we're enjoying getting to know each other but here's the thing, we live 3,000 miles away and neither of us wants to move. We've seen each other a couple of times since meeting but that's about it. I'm wondering if I should pursue this ...
Views: 1659(3 votes) - Improve Your Conversational Skills - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2010 from Royane RealAre you one of those people who finds it difficult to start up a conversation with somebody new, or someone you barely know? This is a very common problem. Most of us find it a little bit challenging to start conversations with strangers. When we first meet someone, we don’t know much ...
Views: 2100(1 vote) - A Realistic Approach To The Common Question: "How Do I Get A Girlfriend?" - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Jesse AllenI love this question: "How do I get a girlfriend?" Fundamentally, this question is inefficient and leads to a dead end. It's the same when someone "wants a family" or "wants lots of money". It is the perfect example of asking the wrong question while at the same time not knowing what you really ...
Views: 2301(2 votes) - How To Please A Man And Make Him Love You More - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Michael LeeIt has been commonly thought that pleasing a man would require tons of research, experience, and a lot of other factors that you need to be good at. Well, you can take it easy. Just like any other skill; the more you do it, the more you become better at it; however, there are views on how to ...
Views: 4906(1 vote) - Why Hire a Professional Matchmaker? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Svetlana NovikovaSuccess in the world of business is one of the greatest achievements you can attain. How do you create success in love as you have in business? By delegating this job to a love hunter. Those who know how to delegate jobs and surround themselves with professionals, become really successful. You ...
Views: 1033 - All or Nothing in Common? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Dr. Dennis NederHi! I was wondering if you have to have stuff in common with the person you're dating? I was told that it doesn't matter how different you are, as long as you're happy when you're with the other person. I'm 18 and I recently dated a guy who only cared about finding stuff we have in common. ...
Views: 1215 - When it comes to dating, are you a Cougar? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Debi BerndtIn case you haven't heard of this new phrase, a "Cougar" is named used to refer to an older woman who dates men much younger than her. Cougars come in all types and the reasons for their particular fetish with the boys are varied. Some are content with having fun and others seek more in the ...
Views: 2473(2 votes) - Stress and the Dating Game - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Cheryl HitchcockIn my years as a therapist and Stress Management Coach I have spoken with a lot of single men and the subject that has them stressed out more often than not is the dating 'game'. While they have their lives together for the most part, good jobs, a vehicle, their own place to live, leisure ...
Views: 5434 - Introduction to "Conscious Dating" - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Nicole BaikieI know you must be wondering what on earth do I mean by "Conscious Dater" you are thinking yes I have had some lousy dates but I honestly can't remember falling asleep on any of them! With the understanding of how stress impacts our overall health and well being, it would only be wise to ...
Views: 2170(11 votes) - ***The Top 10 Things to do on a GREEN DATE - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Jill CrosbyHaving a green lifestyle in general is very important to most of us, so why not take it a step further and make sure that your dating lifestyle is also green. Here are 10 great, green dating ideas: • Green Volunteerism! Spend time learning and talking about causes or issues that are most ...
Views: 2650(7 votes) - Figure out the Bad Stuff NOW - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Maryanne ComarotoWhen do you want to find out that the pilot flying your plane has no license—or, worse, does not know how to fly—before or after the flight? When do you want to know the person performing open-heart surgery on you has never been to medical school, or is drunk—before or after the operation? How ...
Views: 1444 - Romantic (and Sexy) Dinner for Two - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Rebecca Savidge GrayThe Menu Dinner: Artichokes with Basil-Lime Dipping Sauce Lobster Tails with Butter Dessert: Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries Drinks: A rich, buttery Chardonnay such as Bryon Chardonnay, or Franciscan 2002 Chardonnay. Champagne works too Whoever you break out ...
Views: 2616(1 vote) - Dating Peer Pressure and Christian Dating Guidelines - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2009 from Michelle Howard SmithWhile dating is a good exercise to meet different people and weed out those who may not be worthy of your time, it can also brings with it the complications of pressure from the person you are dating and also peer pressure from friends and family. A classic example of dating peer pressure is the ...
Views: 4833(4 votes) - How to Find Love by Changing Your Thinking - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2020 from Amanda HarveyOne of the most universal desires we have as human beings is to find love. Most of us want to find romantic love. To find a soul mate, someone with whom we can share our innermost thoughts and feelings. Someone to share the joys and sorrows of our daily lives and to walk beside us in this ...
Views: 1418(4 votes) - Introvert to Extrovert : 4 Ways to Take Control of Your Shyness - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Mark ShepardHave you ever been tongue tied at the thought of approaching an attractive person and introducing yourself? What about feeling awkward and out of place at business or social gatherings? How about hesitating to raise your hand in class or pick up the phone to make a sales call? Before we go ...
Views: 2522(3 votes) - 10 Texting Rules for Dating Singles – Texting Guidelines and Dating Etiquette - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Deborrah CooperI believe the growing preference for texting has a lot to do with its impersonal nature. It’s much easier to launch a new relationship by exchanging texts than it is to talk. It’s also very easy to say and do things over a screen that one would never have the nerve to do face to face (or say ear ...
Views: 10484 - Ask Lisa Daily! Why Did My Girlfriend Dump Me? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Lisa DailyDear Lisa, I am a man, and I would like to know why my girlfriend dumped me! Women also do the dumping! Why do you NOT have a WHY WOMEN DUMP MEN column on your site? Is it only a figment of the mind that men are also human? –Representing Dear Representing, Yes, men are human. Most ...
Views: 2724(4 votes) - Ask Lisa Daily! I Slept with Him and He Never Called Again - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Lisa DailyDear Lisa, I started seeing this great guy for about a month. He made me feel pretty special and I liked him a lot. After I slept with him, he never called me again. I called him a couple weeks later and he says he’s emotionally unavailable. I feel duped and hurt, but I still want him to ...
Views: 4873 - Ask Lisa Daily! Is He Losing Interest? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Lisa DailyDear Lisa, Why is it that when two people start dating for the first four to six months the relationship is fine, and then it falls apart? In the beginning, you’re calling each other all the time, emailing, spending time together, and then things start to go downhill and the man stops calling ...
Views: 2677 - 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 - Ask Lisa Daily! Was dumping my boyfriend a mistake? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Lisa DailyDear Lisa, I broke up with my boyfriend back in January. I was going through a lot of personal problems and he was working a lot. We lived almost 1,000 miles apart. I felt like he didn’t care anymore and thought I’d dump him before he dumped me. The thing is, I don’t know why I thought ...
Views: 3560 - Me, Her and the Ex - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Dr. Dennis NederHi Doc, I've liked this girl for between 3-4 months. Initially when I got to know her, she was really nice and we were really close. We used to message and talk almost every day. For example, there was once when she went overseas and I told her I would miss her. She said “awww…” and that I ...
Views: 1332 - 5 Ways to Feel More Beautiful and Attract Love - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2009 from Debi BerndtHave you ever felt ugly or unattractive? Sometimes people can feel that way if they put on a few pounds, if someone rejects them or after they acted out in anger. No matter what society determines as being attractive, I believe everyone is beautiful in their own way. They key is that you must ...
Views: 3235(5 votes) - Top 5 Mistakes Women Make in Dating - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2009 from Debi BerndtThere is a point in every single woman’s life when she pauses and asks herself, “Why is everyone else finding a match but me?” She gets advice from her coupled girlfriends and is assured that she is desirable and there must be something wrong with them. Or, perhaps they have an intervention ...
Views: 3366 - How a Love Coach and Hypnosis Can Shift Your Love Life - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2009 from Debi BerndtLove should come naturally, right? We should not have to rely on experts to give us dating tips, be more attractive or make better dating decisions. Isn’t that what our girlfriends are for? Unfortunately, most of the dating advice you get from others is incorrect or, worse, damaging to your love ...
Views: 3296 - Early Signs a New Relationship Won't Last - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Gregory SmithThe following article originally appeared on www.midlifebachelor.com on June 14, 2009 ... Choosing to invest in a new relationship directly affects your own level of personal happiness especially in the near-term ... and so it is extremely important to keep your eyes and ears open, and be ...
Views: 7435(5 votes) - Should Women Approach Men? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Dr. Dennis NederDear Dr. Neder: I have conflicting thoughts about whether or not it is okay for a female to initiate the conversation with the male. Many people that I know and even those on this board swear by the fact that it is the wrong thing to do. They say it will scare the man off or make him less ...
Views: 4350(8 votes) - Do You Make or Break Your Romantic Relationships? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Cherry Norris"Man's greatest motivating force is his desire to please woman" so writes Napoleon Hill in his iconic book, THINK & GROW RICH. According to Hill, men who accumulate large fortunes, gain power and fame do so to satisfy their desire to please women. If this is so, you have to consider: If a ...
Views: 1772(3 votes) - Ask Lisa Daily: How Can I Stop Freaking Out? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Lisa DailyLisa, I believe that a large part of my problem is that I am what you referred to as a “nightmare girl.” I don’t know how to be one of those “dream girls.” I can hold it together for anywhere from a few days to a few months, but I get sooooo incredibly insecure that I end up losing it. I ...
Views: 2899(5 votes) - Ask Lisa Daily: Broken-hearted Swim Guy - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Lisa DailyDear Lisa, I just got jacked around pretty good by a gal. I’m too nice, as people say, I just don’t want to play games. I haven’t done anything yet that can be construed as being a jerk about it. (Just an email venting a little, but nothing mean.) I have never been able to play the game ...
Views: 1761(1 vote) - 5 Things to Never Say to a Woman - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Lisa DailyIf you’ve ever said something you considered to be completely innocent, only to have your wife or girlfriend flip out, you may have stumbled on to one of these taboo topics: 1) “Relax” You may think you’re being helpful, but to us, it feels like you’re being dismissive of how we’re feeling — ...
Views: 2260(10 votes) - Crash and Burn-ology: 6 Signs There Won’t Be a Second Date - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Lisa DailyYou like him, but does he really like you? Is there any way to tell how well a first date is going? 1) What day of the week did your date ask you out? It’s generally a good sign if your date asks you out with a few days notice — it means he’s thinking about you and wants to lock in weekend ...
Views: 6622(3 votes) - Ask Lisa Daily: She Wont’t Stop Calling My Boyfriend! - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Lisa DailyDear Lisa, I’ve been with my boyfriend for three years. I moved back with my parents temporarily because we were fighting a lot. While I was home, he was seeing this girl he works with. I was really upset about everything even though she said she never slept with him. She assured me that she ...
Views: 4762(6 votes) - The BIGGEST Mistake Women Make with Men (without even realizing it!) - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Cherry NorrisGina is a great coach. She's smart, beautiful and successful. She's well traveled and well respected. She has great friends. Gina's life is full. Gina loves to make people feel special. She loves sharing ideas and giving advice. When Gina meets a man she likes, she gives him phone calls, ...
Views: 2311(5 votes) - Top 3 Signs That Show He’s Crazy for You - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Michael LeeWhat are the signs he is in love? Is there a blinking neon sign above his head? Should you watch out for heart-shaped eyes? Well, those indicators don’t really exist in real life. Not literally anyway. However, there are ways to find out whether a man is in love with you or not. If you ...
Views: 9337(2 votes) - Age Difference in Dating - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe dating world can be an exciting place where people meet, hook up and form relationships of various kinds. On the other hand, it can be a daunting and challenging place too. First off, an individual has to know how to look around and find the right person to date. As the relationship goes to ...
Views: 4031(2 votes) - Finding the Love You Want: The Cure for Being Single When Nothing Else Has Worked - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Stefan GonickFinding the Love You Want by Healing the Inner Child with EFT Many people find themselves in an endless and frustrating search for love. They either have an very hard time finding a partner or end up having a series of unhappy and unsuccessful relationships. Why is finding love so hard ...
Views: 4511(17 votes) - Is He Mr. Right? Or Mr. Right Now? - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Lisa DailyWe’ve all done it. We’re smack in the middle of a ho-hum, so-so, not going anywhere relationship. But, we don’t break up. We stay. We go out for linguini and clams every Friday night, have a sleepover every Saturday night, and continue on as though we might actually want to be with this ...
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