(And Is There a Cure!?) You want real love, there’s just one little problem… the men you’re most attracted to don’t seem to give you what you need. Are they emotionally unavailable—or is something else blocking your chances at love? Let’s explore what might be going on (and how to break the cycle). What Does …
A common concern from the sort of women I work with sounds like this: “I’ve been seeing someone for a few months and I really like him. We have fun together, there’s great chemistry, and we talk regularly. I’m just not sure if we are building something serious. I don’t want to pressure him, but …
We’ve each been dealt a unique hand of cards that—for better or worse—affects our chances at finding love. You may be very pretty. You may be highly anxious. You might naturally have a fun, open presence that draws people in—or a closed-off demeanour that makes connection harder. There’s also a chance that you drew the …
If you’ve heard about Attachment Theory before, you’ve probably heard about the common attachment styles: anxious, avoidant, and secure. But don’t miss the forest for the trees; attachment is much more than this. It is the mechanism by which we “connect” with other people—which matters a lot when you want to build a loving partnership. …
When you are truly playing the dating game for keeps, it’s hard not to feel vulnerable. You want a relationship but… will anyone want you? They absolutely will! But you might need to face some difficult feelings as you learn to value your own self-worth. Learn how to handle rejection while dating AND become stronger …
I remember finding it hard to stay positive when I was single. It seemed like everyone was in a happy relationship but me! Plus I didn’t really know what to do with myself on weekends or holidays – should I take myself out on a “date,” buy myself flowers, or find a single friend to …
I’ll be the first to admit that navigating the dating world has its challenges! But here’s the truth: if you can stay grounded in a few simple, concrete principles—even when your emotions start spiralling and the old self-doubt creeps in—you can certainly succeed in finding your match. Sometimes, you need to see that something is …
Ah Christmastime. The season of lights, good cheer, and cozying up next to the fireplace. All of these things can be enjoyed on your own, but if you are single and ready to jingle, you might be wishing you had a special someone to share them with. Before you start begging Santa to bring you …
This year’s Halloween festivities have come and gone, but far too many folks are still being haunted by one of the most infamous of dater profiles: the ghost. The term “ghosting” became popular several years ago as a way to describe those instances where everything seems to be going well with your date – they …
