Seeing the Best in Someone
When we look for someone’s merits, we might actually get what we’re looking for!
Category: Love
The New Familiar
Here’s what to do when you meet that new person you’ve spent all of your moments missing.
Love At Any Age
“I never expected to feel this happy.” -Darlene, 83
Tom Petty Felt Like My Friend
Tom Petty, the great American legend and musician, has been incredibly influential in my life. It’s felt like he’s been my friend. Please read my short tribute to him.
When Honesty Pays
How often do you see women speak politely but hold themselves back from honesty? Do you think honesty is usually the best policy? How do you handle occurrences when something has been stuffed down inside?
What Does “I Love You” Really Mean?
What does “I Love You” Really Mean? How do you say it and how do you interpret when it’s said to you?
Turning Toward Each Other
How do you know when your partner wants to get close? How do you know when you feel distant? What are the “bids” (requests) you make for intimacy? This essay is about the process of “getting” what your partner is trying to tell you — so you can become closer and turn toward each other.
A Most Special Person, My Grandma
Here’s a tribute and letter to my younger self reminding me that it’s going to be okay when my Grandma dies.
Lazy Dating
I’ve been noticing a lot of laziness in the dating world, both from men and women. Everyone says they’re looking for find someone, but when it’s time to push our limits, we often retreat or rely on the easy way. What do you think?
How to Love Me
How do you know how to love a person? As we grow and experience more, we refine our needs and realize what works for us. Love is dynamic. Here’s a short list of ways I like to be loved. How about you?
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