Thursday May 17th 2012

‘Ask The Love Doctor’ Archives

Why You Love People Who Can’t Love You Back

Why You Love People Who Can’t Love You Back

Question: I respect your advice but I believe that "you can't love another person until you love yourself" mumbo jumbo is misguided and I think creates more problems in relationships than it solves. The whole point of being in a relationship is to love the other person. That love is not supposed to be directed at yourself but toward the person you [...]

She Loves Me But She’s Not Over Her Ex

She Loves Me But She’s Not Over Her Ex

Question: I'm 54 and she’s 42. We had an immediate attraction and talked on the phone a few times, hang out with each other and after a month or so ended up in a physical relationship. At the time she was separated from her long time boyfriend so we had no expectations and no strings attached. Four months into the relationship she told me she [...]

Should I Break Up With My Boyfriend?

Should I Break Up With My Boyfriend?

Question: My boyfriend and I have been having a rough patch in our relationship. We’ve been together for four years but the last one year has really been very difficult. He got laid off and has not been able to get a stable job since. He has become withdrawn and not the fun loving man I knew him to be. Whenever I ask him about us, he just says, [...]

Do Guys Lose Interest If You Reveal Too Much?

Do Guys Lose Interest If You Reveal Too Much?

Question: I read your blog: The "Rules" and Playing Dating Mind Games. While I agree with some things you say, I do not think that women should be open and forthcoming in the first few dates. I’ve been out on great first few dates with a number of great guys but nothing that lasted for more than 3- 4 dates. The last guy I went out with was [...]

Will Playing Hard Make You More Interesting?

Will Playing Hard Make You More Interesting?

Question: I wanted to buy your eBook but hesitated. I'm a pretty straight forward guy not much for playing games. If I want something I ask for it plain and simple, and I expect that if she wants something from me, she should straight out ask. Don't expect me know what the hell you want if you don't tell me. But may be this is why at 39, good [...]

Is My Ex Still In Love With Me But Won’t Admit It?

Is My Ex Still In Love With Me But Won’t Admit It?

Question: Three weeks ago I contacted my ex about some importantdocuments. I went to pick up the documents and we ended up going out for dinner. A month ago she wouldn't return any of my calls. We have had many phone conversation mostly about business, family and mutual friends. When we talk I’m cheerful, confident and relaxed because I want her [...]

How To Show A Guy You’re Attracted To Him

How To Show A Guy You’re Attracted To Him

Question: I am an intelligent and independent woman but I can’t seem to master how to approach men without appearing desperate. All the articles and books I read say relax, be confident, have the right attitude and the rest will fall into place, but when I catch a guy looking at me or checking me out, I just get really shy and nervous. What do [...]

Why Is It So Hard To Get Back With My Ex?

Why Is It So Hard To Get Back With My Ex?

Question: My ex has really been making attempts to be a better person and for the past month things have really been good between us. He’s addressing the issues I told him were wrong with the relationship. He pays more attention to me and is affectionate; something I always complained was lacking in the relationship. You’d think I’d be [...]

I Regret Breaking Up With My Ex – How Do I Get Him Back?

I Regret Breaking Up With My Ex – How Do I Get Him Back?

Question: My ex was shocked and very upset when I broke up with him. He said he had no idea things were that bad. For months I tried to tell him I was not happy with the way things were between us but he always dismissed it and didn't want to talk about the relationship. I finally broke up with him, once I realized how miserable I would [...]

Can Someone With Depression Get Back Their Ex?

Can Someone With Depression Get Back Their Ex?

Question: I suffer from depression and this caused a lot of problems in our relationship and led to the break-up. I’d like to try to get her back but not sure if I should ask her to do anything at this point. She said before that she will not come back until she is sure that things will be different. Last night I told her on the phone that I was [...]

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