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Is His Mind-Blowing Sex Keeping Us Around?
Confusing great sex with love can make us stick around in relationships that are not healthy for us. This article will provide guidance to those stuck in a rut with a man who brings great sex to the table and not much else.
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Does He Lose His Sex Appeal When He Talks?
Have you ever found someone incredibly attractive, only to lose interest when they open their mouth? Read on to learn how to deal with a bummer conversationalist.
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Are Dating Apps a Great Way to Find a Man?
Should you online date?
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Are We Becoming Smarter Daters?
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Does He Have A Superhero Complex, That Isn't Measuring Up?
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Do You Have a Healthy and Sustainable Sex Life With Him?
Many couples have moments when they aren't in the mood for sex—this is natural. But if those moments happen on a regular basis (and aren't due to a health issue), your sex life may be in trouble.
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Are We Creating a Longer Path to Finding Love?
Are your unreasonably high expectations keeping you from finding love?
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Why Do We Keep Questioning a Man's Actions?
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Are You a Woman Losing All Hope of Finding a Male Partner?
Want to avoid losing all hope in finding love with a male partner? Here are four tips.
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Are We Letting Him Dim Our Happiness?
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Is His "Other Head" Leading His Emotional Life?
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Are All His Efforts Just to Impress You?
If a man is just impressing you to try to win you, what will he do after he gets you?
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Are You Setting the Bar for Yourself?
Are you creating your own standards in life or letting someone else create them for you?
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Has His Complete Misrepresentation Caused You Heartbreak?
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Can He Not Handle A Woman With A Voice?
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Does He Treasure You? (What to Do if You Don't Feel Valued)
As with almost everything, there are signs—which you can gather by a man's actions—if he is fully invested in you and values you as his lasting treasure or not. And remember: Just because one man has not realized how truly special you are, it does not mean another man won't.
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Can He Only Be Your Friend With a Stipulation Attached?
This article looks at friendships between men and women.
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How Can You See a Future If He Is Not Pre-Honoring the "Vows?"
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Why Is He So Clueless About Why I Ended the Relationship?
If a guy acts clueless when you end the relationship, it just proves he wasn't truly present to begin with. You need to find someone who really gets you.
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Are We Giving Him a "Pass" in Order to Have a Valentine?
Let's examine our real motives behind our relationships.
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Can Great Love Reside in Friendships?
There is so much love to give and receive—why as women do we expect or think that our greatest love is only found in a man?
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Is He Too Broken to Be in a Relationship?
If he has significant emotional baggage and is not willing to work on himself, it may be difficult to have a successful, healthy relationship.
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Is He Still Emotionally Married to His Ex?
A look at what to do if your man is still emotionally attached to an ex.
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Is He Your Vacation Bliss or Nightmare?
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Does He Think That Silence Is The Answer?
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Does He Think Sex Is Like a Porn Flick?
Does your man mistake real sex for porn? Are you a man who has watched so much porn that you don't know what real sex should be like anymore?
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Should You Bring Him In To The New Year or Leave Him Behind?
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Is He Your Holiday Man
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Is He Only About the Chase?
Do guys like the chase? Find out why some men lose interest in a relationship or dating even after chasing a potential partner.
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Are the Gifts He's Giving You for Him?
Some guys pay so little attention to their women that the gifts they give are actually for them.
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Does Your Pet Companion Think He's Right For You?
What does your pet think about your man? Sometimes they can sense more than you do . . . . .
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Is He Pulling Away Now That the Holidays Are Near?
Have you had a boyfriend pull a disappearing act near the holidays? Learn about some of the pressures that men may feel during this time of year.
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Is It Healthy Being With Someone Who's Unwilling to Help Themselves?
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Are You Disposable To Him When Your Life Isn't Perfect?
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Are You Stronger For Staying Or Leaving?
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Can You Have a Successful Relationship With Trust Issues?
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Is Your Body Warning You That He's Not Right For You?
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How Do You Get Through Obstacles in Relationships?
All relationships will have obstacles, but if you truly care and love the person you're with, then the effort is worth it. Identify the issues and use interpersonal skills in this step-by-step process—you can move past them and come out on the other side.
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Is Being "Mr. Good Guy" Making Him "The Bad Guy"?
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How Do You Get Back Into The Dating Scene?
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Are You OK With Love Not Being A Fairytale?
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Does He Have Ex Emotional Residue?
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Is He Living A Double Life?
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Are You Looking At Him Longterm?
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Do You Feel Supported By Him?
Do you have support in your relationship? Read this article to help you decide if you have enough support in your relationship.
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Is He Stepping Up And Setting The Bar?
Every time you date a guy there are certain levels of standards—aka; bar—that get set for how a guy should treat you. Some men set this bar extremely high while others fall very short. Let's keep it real, we are all guilty of comparing our...
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Is She In A Toxic Relationship?
When you have a friend or relative who stops hanging out with you once she is in a relationship, it might not be entirely because she's in love.... Often when a woman is in a toxic relationship she is completely blinded by her desperate need to...
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13 Signs Her Sexual Desire for You Has Faded
Learn why she might be pulling away from you.
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Is His Internalizing Keeping You At A Distance?
Many men who internalize their feelings think that when you are in a relationship you should never fight. Really? Hmmm…talk about a potential ticking time bomb and heart attack waiting to happen. Yikes! Communication is the most important thing...
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Is He Only Trying So That You Don't Permanently Pull Away?
Last minute efforts don't mean anything.... Why do men think that if they buy you flowers, take you to a romantic dinner, buy you gifts, or do sweet gestures—AFTER we are upset with them—that we should automatically be happy, forgive, forget...
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Are We Blaming Him Because WE Weren't Upfront?
You know the saying, "when you assume it makes an ass out of U and me?" Well ladies, I one hundred percent agree. Time and time again we want to blame men for not being able to read our minds regarding what we ultimately want regarding...
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Does He Need A Love Demotion?
Sometimes for a relationship to be successful you need to take a step back... It can be so easy to get overly excited about someone when you first start dating that you end up moving into an exclusive relationship rather quickly—many times...
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Is His Lack Of Listening Causing A Disconnect?
When someone consistently can't remember things you talk about or share (not due to Alzheimer's) because they don't fully listen, this can become extremely frustrating.... Have you ever shared important information about yourself with a guy and...
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Is It Important To Move Into A New Place Together?
Deciding if you are ready to move in together is a big decision. Deciding where to live can potentially be a stressful decision. Should you move in with him, should he move in with you, or should you find a new place to move in together? I get...
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Wondering Why SHE Has Emotionally Pulled Away?
One minute your relationship seems to be going great until she becomes distant.... When a woman becomes distant—not responding to your text messages as quickly, is too busy to see you, is more quiet in your presence than normal, and sex starts...
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How Do You Know If You've Committed Too Soon?
Often the excitement of a new relationship can sometimes cause us to commit before we truly know if we are actually compatible. It can be easy to really like someone (or possibly fall in love) with how a person treats you—as well as basic...
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Why Blame The Other Woman When A Man Cheats?
One thing I find ridiculous is why a woman will put all the blame on the "other" woman when she finds out her man has cheated. Really?! Why is it that when some men cheat they are not held accountable or responsible for their actions? Instead, his...
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Is His Deflection The Reality?
There are some men who will deflect your issues you have about him back on to you. Great. When there is a problem that you are trying to discuss with a guy who deflects, instead of seeing your point, validating how you feel, taking ownership or...
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Should You Feel Bad For Not Wanting Kids?
If every woman wanted to have a baby (or several) we would be way overpopulated... Contrary to belief, the natural urge to have children isn't embedded in every woman. Some women don't ever want to have a baby or children in their life. Yes, there...
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Should You Stay In A Loveless Relationship Because He's A "Good" Guy?
What do you do when the love you once felt isn't there anymore, but the guy you are in a relationship with is a good person? Do you sacrifice your own happiness so you don't hurt him? A close friend of mine has fallen out of love with her husband....
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Are Date Nights Out Important?
Relationships are a give and take; planning date nights (out of the house!) shows your partner you care and helps keep the spark alive.
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Are All Cheaters Serial Cheaters?
No one, NO one, NO ONE is perfect—and people do make mistakes; however, there is a big difference between screwing up once—and being remorseful—versus making the same "mistake" over and over and over again. Let's be real, when you continue to...
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Is He A Giver, Pleaser, Server or Fixer?
I have found that with many men there are four main attributes they will display to show you they care: give, please, serve or fix. Although each of these attributes can be a great thing, they can also be negative if the guy only has one of these...
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Signs He Is Bringing Out the Best in You
Are you truly a better person when you are with him? Learn to recognize when a relationship is good for you—and when it's not.
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Is The Effort Lacking Now That He "Has" You?
When the effort starts to diminish, so can the relationship... It doesn't feel good when a guy goes out of his way to woo, romance and be there for you and then slowly (or sometimes abruptly) stops. Yes, this can be a big clue (red flag) that he...
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Is It OK To Snoop?
Trusting someone can be extremely hard especially if you have had your trust broken before... When you are in a new relationship there shouldn't be any reason not to trust a guy...Right? You are happy and he is doing all the right...
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What Qualities Make A Man A Great Life Partner?
As women, the qualities that we look for in a boyfriend many times aren't necessarily the qualities that we seek in a life partner—especially if we are younger, in an indifferent stage, or desperate to have a man in our lives. When we are...
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When Love Comes Knocking Are You Ready To Answer?
Most of us dream of love—finding that person who is right for us—but when it happens we worry if we are really ready and worthy to receive... The scariest thing about love IS love. It doesn't matter if you are actively looking for love or...
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Is He Not Making The First Move?
Ladies when you find yourself attracted to a guy it can become confusing why he hasn't asked you out or tried to at least kiss you. There are a couple possible explanations. First, even though you are fabulous—and I'm sure a great catch—you...
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Should We Sacrifice Who We Are To Get What We Want?
Compromise is one thing, however sacrifice is another.... In all relationships it's important to compromise because things can't always be your way all the time, nor should you want them to. Sacrificing—at times—is also important, however when...
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Is Fake The New Real?
As women, we have become so critical of what we look like and the thought of growing old, that we spend frivolous time, energy and money to look like the Barbie dolls we grew up with. Yikes! Instead of basic beauty tune-ups—working out, manicures,...
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Should You Google Him Before Dating?
Trust needs to be built.... A guy you are attracted to has asked you out and since it's hard to contain your excitement the thought of researching—to make sure he is who he claims—doesn't cross your mind...but should it? Often as women we...
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Are You Creating Your Vision For Love?
Valentine's Day is right around the corner and you are still waiting for lasting love to find you. Although you are trying to keep optimistic, it can be very challenging around this time. So, how can you keep your optimism alive? There are many...
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Are We Holding Ourselves Accountable When It Comes To Love?
As women it can be so easy to blame men for how they treat us in regards to why we are still single—but are you owning up to your own actions? We claim that we don't want a guy who treats us disrespectfully, however, many times we will be just as...
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Can We Let Go Of Past Heartbreaks?
Letting go of past heartbreaks can be more challenging than you might have anticipated... So often we let our past heartbreaks determine what our future relationships will look like—unconsciously keeping us from moving forward. If we have had...
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Ladies, Wondering Where All The Good Guys Are?
Finding a great guy seems more and more impossible these days... You meet a guy and go out on a date (or two)—thinking that everything went really great. Surprise, surprise (and not a good one for you)....he doesn't call or ask you out again....
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Are We Ignoring Our Love Lessons?
Why is it as a children we learn very quickly that once we touch a hot stove/oven to never do it again, however as adults we don't learn the same lessons when it comes to picking the wrong relationships? Yes, sometimes our egos will make us...
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Is His Swagger Getting Your Attention?
Many times it's not a "type of guy" a woman is necessarily attracted to but instead it is his swagger… A guy's swagger is that certain something about him that catches your attention. It can be the way he talks, walks, dresses, his voice, how he...
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Are You Open To Love Finding You Anywhere?
It can be so easy to say that you want love but then in the same breath have stipulations about when and where that should happen—in turn, closing yourself off to the process of love. Ladies, we are very guilty of doing this. Yes, there are more...
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Are You Letting The Holidays Dictate Your Happiness?
You are close to getting through the holidays and not feeling bad about yourself for the lack of a relationship. Whew...there is a ray of light ahead—or so you thought, until you realize that New Year's Eve is right around the corner and that...
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How Does A Single Girl Stay Festive Over The Holidays?
Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas or Kwanza, keeping a festive attitude can be hard for a single girl—especially if most of your friends are in relationships or married and you are the one plus none to all the holiday events—Great. So,...
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Can Past Love Resurface Again?
When many people see a couple who is happily married they assume their journey was easy. They dated, began a monogamous relationship, got engaged and married—just like that—with no major bumps on their way to love. Of course, the assumption is...
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Is It REALLY Love You're Feeling?
Come on ladies, sometimes I feel like I sound like a broken record but when I see the same patterns or situations—basically shit—that keeps coming to my attention I have to address it. Love, the word is beautiful and full of meaning so when...
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Holiday Stress In Your Relationship?
You can feel extremely excited to be in a relationship around the holidays—Yay!—However, sometimes that excitement can come with a bit of stress... The holidays are right around the corner and you are dating or in a relationship (again, yay)...
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Can You Let Go Of Expectations Surrounding Love?
It can be easy to proclaim that you are ready for love while at the same time attaching to this proclamation a list of expectations. Hmmm…sounds a little contradictory right? These particular expectations include: when you expect to find love,...
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Are You Giving Your Ex All The Power?
Where you live can feel like a small place, especially when you bump into an ex-boyfriend... When you have dated a lot you are bound to see an ex—or several—at some point when you are out and about. Bumping into an ex can feel odd if there is...
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Is There An Underlying Meaning To Your Exes Text?
I will never understand the point of an ex reaching out—out of the blue—through a text message that says "hi, how are you?" Does he really want to know and why suddenly does it matter? But the worst is when you decide to respond back (nicely)...
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Does His Ego Need Fluffer's?
Some men need to know—constantly—that they are attractive, important, liked, and funny, as well as that women still desire them. The bigger the ego the greater the need for this type of reassurance. Men who need to be consistently reassured will...
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Can You Truly Be Friends With An Ex?
In order to be friends—just friends with an ex—there needs to be sufficient time apart—months, possibly years—depending on how long you were together. Time can bring clarity—a better understanding of what you really want. When you don't...
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Is His Kiss A Tell All?
Sometimes a kiss is all you need to figure out if you have a romantic connection or not. A kiss can determine if there is physical chemistry or on the flip side can be something that can completely turn you off. It still amazes me when I come...
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Is He Not Over His Ex? How to Tell (and What to Do)
Here's a tip: A guy who constantly talks about his ex means that there are unresolved feelings.
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Is He An Ageist?
Age is just a number right? Not according to this guy. An Ageist will decide how long he will date you and if he will date you—long term or future—depending on your age or when he finds out exactly how old you are. Great. With an Ageist it...
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Can You Be Honest With Yourself When A Relationship Isn't Working?
The hardest thing to admit to yourself is when a relationship you are in isn't working. When a relationship is no longer working, you either aren't seeing eye to eye on basic issues: religion, politics, finances, family views, etc., or you are...
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Is He Committing...But Not Really?
When a guy is really committed to you, the relationship you have together will naturally progress. There will eventually be talk about the future—what that looks like for the both of you. There will be talk about children—if you want to have any...
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Are You In Love With The Idea Of Being In Love?
Being in love is an amazing feeling, who wouldn't want that? But, being in actual love is completely different from being in love with the idea of love. The idea of love will keep your love goggles on longer—causing you to ignore any or all Red...
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Keeping a Relationship Successful: A Man's Perspective
Love—successful love—lasting love—takes two people. So often we look at couples who are happy and wonder what their secret is—how is their relationship is working—when you see and experience many unsuccessful or failed ones? It can be...
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Did He Reject Your Rejection?
Many times after having just one date you can know if you want to continue dating or not. This usually can be determined depending on the excitement—or lack of—that you feel after the date has ended. If you are no longer interested in a guy it...
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Are You Feeling Emotionally Jarred By An Ex Moving On?
When you hear that your ex-boyfriend has a new girlfriend, is engaged or has gotten married—this can be emotionally jarring. Your first reaction (and normal) is shocked, surprised, and possibly upset depending on where you are in your love...
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Is He Finding Reasons To End Things?
Men who look for reasons to end things are not only emotionally unavailable, they are also happiness saboteurs. Yikes! There is an underlining fear that many men feel about getting their heart too invested—thinking the second they get...
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Is His Narcissistic Behavior Controlling His Actions?
Most women have come across a narcissistic man—either at work, a friend they know, a guy they have dated, even someone they're currently in a relationship with. The biggest tell-tale sign of narcissistic man is that they are all about...
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Is It Just A Break Or A Break Up?
Let's be clear....an extended break from a relationship that lasts more than a week is essentially a break-up—with the option of getting back together—if no one better comes along. Seriously? Why would separating yourself for weeks or possibly...
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Are You In Need Of A Vacation Boyfriend?
A vacation boyfriend is a guy who you meet while you are visiting a different location, usually somewhere tropical or out of the country, that you have a brief (the extent of your trip) encounter with. You don't care about time frames or what...
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Is He Purposely Starting Stupid Fights With You?
There are some men who are very immature. Instead of choosing to have an adult conversation with you, they will instigate a stupid argument—a guy like this definitely takes the fun out of bantering. Learn the signs that someone is picking a fight with you.
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Are You Giving Him Too Many Chances?
Sometimes women give men way too many chances.... An argument ensues over something he's done—you talk it out (or so you think) but then he does it again. You address the issue a second time—then it happens AGAIN. His reasoning when it happens...
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Is His Irrational Behavior An Issue?
Having a man being in touch with his feelings is important—as long as these feelings don't dictate irrational behavior. Men who have irrational behavior have a very hard time admitting when they are wrong. They will lash out before thinking and...
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Should You Change Your Career For Him?
Finding a career that you're passionate about is already hard enough. Having a man who doesn’t support your career or wants you to change what you do is even worse. Not everyone knows what they want to do with their life at a young age—and if...
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Is He Helping You Get Your Groove Back?
After a bad break-up or being out of the dating scene for too long, a woman can start to lose her mojo...her sexy groove, what makes her feel confident. Ladies, whether you have been out of the dating scene for a while—due to being consumed with...
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Is His Enlarged Ego Making Him Less Attractive?
Confidence in a man is sexy. Even a slight ego is attractive. However, an enlarged ego is neither of those things. Men who are confident don't have to remind you how attractive they are. They don't talk about how much money they have or share...
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Is He A Dating Master or Disaster?
Whether you are currently in the dating pool or not, most of us have come across a guy who is a Dating Master or Disaster—usually this is revealed on a first date. A Dating Master is a guy who knows how to plan a date from start to finish. There...
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Did He Freak Himself Out? Why Men Suddenly Disappear
Did you meet a guy who seemed totally into you, but then he disappeared out of the blue? Here's why this happens and how to move on from it.
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How Does He Win You Back?
Men, there is always a way to win a woman back if you really care about her...however, giving her too much space or letting too much time pass before trying isn't going to be in your favor. Since relationships are not perfect there is bound to be...
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Was The Connection Lost Once Meeting Face to Face?
The hardest thing about Internet dating is that sometimes you think you feel a connection based on the photo a guy posts and the communication—emails, text messages, phone calls that you exchange. This can potentially be misleading. When you're...
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Is His Love Stock Worth Your Investment?
There are different emotional stock options that a woman can invest in when it comes to a guy—all in the hope for the big payout....happily ever after. Stocks increase depending on the status you have with him: -First meeting -Dating ...
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Is His Peter Pan Syndrome Getting In The Way?
There are some men that have an issue with getting older—this is what I call Peter Pan Syndrome. Men like this want to hold onto the youthfulness of their 20s for as long as they can. They will continue to do all the fun things that they did at...
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Is He Putting You On Pause?
Some men—usually due to lack of maturity, think it's OK to put you and the relationship you have on a time out—of course when it's convenient for them. When a guy decides to put you on pause—stepping out of the relationship where he barely...
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Are You Teaching Him How to Treat You?
Some men may need to be taught how to treat you well. Here is a look at how you can do it.
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Is He Sensing Desperation From You?
Desperation is a big turn-off....no matter how cute you may think you are! At one point in time, most of us have felt that desperate feeling to meet a guy; for companionship, a relationship, or to find love. What you may not have realized is,...
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Do You Feel A Sense Of Relief Now That He's Gone?
Break-ups suck, pure and simple. However, once the tears have been wiped, your heart has time to heal and you can breathe a normal breath again, sometimes there is a huge feeling of relief... You no longer have to worry about what he's "really"...
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Are You Too Involved In His Life?
Being too involved in a guy’s life is never a good practice. This kind of thing usually happens when you lack your own self-worth or think that by allowing a guy a higher level of importance than you give yourself, he will want and love you more....
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Can A Man Change?
Wondering if a man can change seems to be the question that many women talk about amongst their friends. Let’s be clear, Any-one can change—including a man, if they want to, more so if they are not expected to or forced. Let's get something...
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Is He Your "Forever?"
For many women, the thought (or actuality) of being single is dreadful. However, is being in an unhealthy relationship any better? I ask this question a lot in my articles because I repeatedly meet women who are with men that consistently treat them...
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Is He A Can Do or Can't Do Type of Guy?
Most women don't like men who can't problem solve. Either figure out a way to fit us in your life, or don't. Excuses are unattractive and lame... When you meet a guy, you can usually find out rather quickly if he is a Can Do guy—a guy that can...
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Is He Really Listening?
The most frustrating response a guy can offer, is to not fully listen when you are making an effort to share your feelings. As women, we like to be able to share what we are feeling—and not receive a blank look from a guy or an "aha" that...
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Does Your Life Revolve Around Him?
Many women get into the unhealthy habit of planning their schedule, and frankly a large part of their lives, around a man. Most of us have been guilty of this. Many more women have that annoying friend (or two) who can't possibly make plans with...
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Is He Your Valentine....and Do You Want Him To Be?
Valentine's Day is a time to express love or at least solidify that your relationship is heading down the right track. Whether you are newly dating, have been dating for a while, or perhaps in a serious relationship, this day can be joyous and...
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Is It Wise To Have Sex With An Ex?
Sex with an ex-boyfriend can either be fun and easy or complicated and messy. You should decide very carefully which direction you want to go and what is ultimatly best for you—hopefully leaving less of a chance for misunderstandings and potential...
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Is He Really Trying To Win You Back?
After a break-up and adequate time apart, one can easily misinterpret the intentions of an ex when he reconnects with you. It is a natural reaction to feel a glimmer of hope (when you still have feelings for your ex-boyfriend), that maybe...just...
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Is He Stringing You Along?
If a guy is stringing you along, it means he's already decided he doesn't want you. Here are the signs to look for and how to cope.
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Love?—28 Signs It Might Not Be
You have been dating for many months and he has told you that he loves you. Now you find yourself wondering if this is actual love he is feeling, or maybe he says, "I love you" to every woman he dates? Could these three little words he used to woo...
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Is Your "Picker" Off?
When you start dating man after man— all of which have stories with the same ending, most likely, you are picking the wrong type of guys. It can be easy to pick the wrong men, especially when you are unaware that you are doing it. Some women are...
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Does Getting Under Really Help You Get Over?
Is the magic answer to moving on from a relationship as simple as having safe sex with another person? So often, after a break-up the advice that is given by friends is to have sex with someone else in order to emotionally get over the person who...
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Are You Ignoring Obvious Red Flags?—28 hints you might be
Red Flags: are negative signs in a relationship. Has he changed the way he speaks to you? Has he stopped sending the cute texts throughout each day? Has he lessened or stopped how often he sees you? If you have answered yes to one or more...
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Does Your Relationship Need Love Therapy? -Stephanie Bailey
There seems to be a preconceived notion that a successful, perfect relationship is the result of no verbal fights, emotional arguments, differences of opinion, challenges, etc. However, genuine, functional relationships are not perfect and lasting...
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Should Men Come With Warning Labels?
Dating would be so much easier if a guy came with a Warning Label that listed all the major things that would push him away, drive him crazy or make him blissfully happy. Yes, pathetic, but true, some guys need to have a Warning Label for what...
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Is Being Single A Bad Thing?—25 reasons it's not
Being single or staying in an unhealthy relationship—what would you choose? So often, the fear of being single seems worse than being in a relationship that is completely not working or frankly a disaster. You overlook the hope of a...
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Are You Emotionally Guarded?
If you are emotionally guarded, it can be easy to disconnect from a relationship when things start to shift unexpectedly. Change is good, but not all change feels great or even emotionally safe. Whether or not he is willing to open up to you, or...
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Do You Enjoy Living Alone?—45 wonderful reasons why it's great
I must admit that I am very independent and fully enjoy living alone. I've had roommates in college, I have lived with three men before at various times in my life, but when it comes down to it, I really enjoy my own space. I do enjoy being able to...
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Red Flags: Is Your Man Putting You on the Back Burner?
Are you a priority to your partner? Is your boyfriend ignoring you? Things have definitely changed in your relationship. You've tried to talk to him, but when you do, he won't open up. What should you do?
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Should You Move In Together?
"Let's move in together?" Although this might sound great in theory, is it always the best solution when you haven't been dating that long or are not yet engaged? I do believe that before you marry a guy, you should definitely live together in...
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Is His Love Of Sports Benching You?
Football, basketball, baseball, golf—when a guy is into many or possibly all sports, is there any room for you in his life? For a relationship to grow, there needs to be quality time spent together. Finding quality time can already be difficult...
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Is He Not Opening Up To You?
Whether it's about the feelings he is (or isn't) developing—love, future, or something difficult going on in his life. Work, financial stresses, parenting stuff, etc., expressing how he is feeling—can be viewed as a weakness, at least by him,...
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Is He Only With You For The Good Times?
"Through the good times and bad...."—If only that were true with all men. There are some guys who will be there for you when something disruptive occurs in your life, while other guys will bail and run for the hills when things get the slightest...
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It's Not You...But?
"But" is the most annoying word when someone is trying to end things with you.... "You're so great, But...." "You are the best thing that's ever happened to me, But.." "I love spending time with you, But..." "You are important to me, But..." "I...
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Are You In Love With Him Or His Representative?
Often times, having a guy who knows how to "put his best foot forward," by saying and doing all of the right things, can be a curse. Although the courting stage is important, it can also be a misrepresentation of who a guy really is and how he...
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Is Closure Important?
The most heart breaking (and frustrating) part of any break-up is not knowing why the relationship has ended. It can be difficult at best, to emotionally move on to the next relationship if you haven't received closure in your last. Many cannot move...
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Should You Agree To An Open Relationship?
Unless you can completely separate your emotions—sex is sex and nothing more, then having an open relationship is never a good idea. Unfortunately, love can make you do dumb and desperate things, and agreeing to an open relationship is one of...
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Are You A Yes Girl?
A yes girl will agree to anything a guy wants, because she thinks that by doing so a man will love her and want to be with her. What she doesn't realize—by saying yes all the time, she loses her identity and creates a false impression of who she...
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Are You Ready To Share Your Life With Him?
Although it can be very easy to always blame the guy for not stepping up to the so-called "plate of commitment," or not moving the relationship to the next level, what if the real issue is you? What you proclaim you want—a relationship, will...
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26 Signs Your Relationship Might Be Ready for the Next Level
Learn whether your relationship is truly ready for the next level. Here are 26 helpful signs that it might be.
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Is He There for You When You Need Him?
There are many telltale signs that a guy will be with you for the long run. One of the biggest is how he reacts when there's a crisis in your life—is he there for you when you need him?
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Are You In Love With The Drama Or The Guy?
"If he didn't care about me, we wouldn't fight." "He's a passionate person, that's why we argue." "I know he really loves me or he wouldn't keep trying to get back together when he ends things." "We just have an intense, passionate relationship." "I...
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Are Your Relationships From High School Significant?
Can you disregard a boyfriend or girlfriend you dated in high school—claiming that the relationship "didn't count"? How can you truly believe that a relationship in high school is insignificant, because it "wasn't real love?" How could the...
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Should The Good Guy Finish Last?
Why as women, do we prefer to choose the bad boy (emotionally unavailable) over the good guy (emotionally stable)? If you're a woman who continually chooses men who are emotionally unavailable—the ones that aren't reliable, have less emotional...
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Is He Spontaneous or Is He Just Rude?
Is he seeing if you're free for a last-minute date because he's romantic? It could also be that he just doesn't prioritize you very much.
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50 BBE - Basic Bar Etiquette
When you are single, every time you go out on the town is a potential to meet Mr. or Mrs. Right. However, sometimes the night can end up being one of the best nights ever, or possibly a complete disaster—depending on your expectations, the actions...
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Should You Share Your Sexual Number With Him?
"How many people have you slept with?" This is a question that unless you are a virgin, no one really wants to know (or discuss) the answer. Regardless of what you think—revealing your number when you are a woman, can cause your relationship to...
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How Long Should You Wait to Have "The Talk?"
When should the exclusive talk happen, and when it does, what should you talk about with someone before becoming exclusive?
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50 Signs He Doesn't See a Future With You
If a man sees a future with you, he will work hard to make you feel special. Here are 50 signs that your relationship with him is stagnant.
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Where Do You Rank In His Life?
Ranking where you fit into a man's life—the importance of how he values you, can either be in your favor or not. This ranking can shift from when you first started dating to when the relationship ends, or hopefully leads to marriage. The goal is...
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Are His Insecurities Pushing You Away?
Some men's insecurities can be seen right away, while others take more time to notice—either way, they can literally drive you crazy! Don't get me wrong, everyone can have moments of insecurity. However, when those moments become weekly, several...
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Are You The Next Best Thing?
In a world where Internet dating has become the norm, and apps like Tinder can become as addictive as Facebook and Snapchat, how can one decide when they are satisfied with what's in front of them? Are having too many choices or options just as...
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Did He Wait Too Long?
If a guy goes out of his way to show you he's interested, why did he take too long to call?
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Is Your Relationship Moving Too Quickly?
Let's be honest, who doesn't get excited at the thought of possibly meeting a guy who thinks that you are the perfect match for him—"the one." No more meaningless one night stands. No more dates that make you roll your eyes and think,...
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Are You A Victim Of Pedestal Syndrome?
Pedestal Syndrome is when a guy idealizes who you are solely from your looks and fashion style—placing you on an imaginary pedestal. This pedestal is created from only the idea of what he thinks you will "act" like and what you should ultimately...
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Can A Man Be Immature?
Immaturity comes in all sizes, ages and ethnicities.... As a woman it can be easy to label a child or a guy who is much younger than you, as being immature. Of course this is usually the case, however, I have found children (my 8 year old nephew...
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Is He Performing A Disappearing Act On You?
Abracadabra, now you see him...now you don't! Disappearing acts can be exciting when magicians do them—the anticipation of revealing themselves again can have you at the edge of your seat. However, the feeling isn't the same when a guy you're...
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Reasons Why He Didn't Call After Sex and What to Do About It
Call me crazy, but if you have been dating a guy for several weeks or longer, and you finally decide to sleep with him, there should be an unspoken common courtesy that he will text or call the next day. Don't freak out if that doesn't happen. Here's what you need to know!
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Should You Friend A Guy You're Dating On Facebook?
Facebook has made it easier to connect with friends from your past, stay in touch with current friends, as well as develop new friendships, acquaintances or business contacts. Depending on how someone has developed their page—what photos or posts...
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Are You Bored With Him?
Stepping into a new relationship can be exciting. There is something unexplainable about the newness of being with a guy that you have a connection with. Maybe it's because you are both putting your best foot forward—making 100% effort to keep the...
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Are You Enchanted By His Confidence?
There is something very sexy about a confident man—that it's almost enchanting. Have you ever met a man who's incredibly good looking, nice physique, great smile and knows how to woo a woman, but lacks confidence? This guy's insecurities—which...
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Is Porn Helping or Hurting Your Relationship?
Pornography can be a touchy subject to talk about since it is viewed by many as filthy, disgusting, perverted and unholy. Is it the desire to view porn once in awhile that's creepy or is it how often one watches it that makes it creepy? For some,...
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How Important Is Sexual Chemistry?
When you can connect with someone not only sexually but also mentally and emotionally, it creates a stronger bond that's more meaningful.
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Tinder or Tinder Me Not?-Stephanie Bailey
I was having girls night out when the topic of dating came up (as one of my guy friends would say, "surprise, surprise"). Yes, women talk about men a great deal, but that's one way we figure out what we want, as well as deciding which are the best...
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Do You Enjoy Sexting?-Stephanie Bailey
Sexting = sending sexual innuendos over text Have you ever gotten turned on by just reading a text? Trust me, sexting is not only an art, but a skill. First, you need to be sure that this type of text will be accepted—starting off with...
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Are You Turned Off By His Mush-Mouth? -Stephanie Bailey
A smile says a thousands words.... Although basic hygiene (i.e. clean fingers nails, short fingernails and toenails, trimmed nose and ears, manscaping, etc.) is an important factor for a man you are interested in dating, for some woman, having a guy...
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Is He Geographically Undatable?-Stephanie Bailey
Although distance certainly can make the heart grow fonder, when you discover that a guy you're interested in doesn't live in the same town (or state) as you, it can definitely be a discouraging factor. Deciding if a guy is geographically...
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Is He Not Sealing The Deal?-Stephanie Bailey
Regardless of what your girlfriends might say to make you feel better, when a guy is texting and calling, claiming he likes you, yet continues to cancel dates—you are definitely not a high priority. And guess what? The fact is, that will probably...
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Should You Delete His Number?
Out of sight out of mind seems to be the best philosophy after a break-up. One mistake people commonly make after ending a relationship is keeping their number! Delete. Delete. Delete.
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Is Your Emotional Break Lasting Too Long? -Stephanie Bailey
When a breakup occurs, an emotional break from dating is necessary for the mind, body and soul to heal. To be completely present and emotionally able to give and receive love, your heart must first heal in order for your next relationship to be...
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Are You Dating Like A Football Coach?
If you are like me and enjoy playing the dating field until you find a connection that sticks—dating can be similar to a football coach who's recruiting the best player for his team. Ultimately, the football player (boyfriend) who will get the...
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Is Your Relationship Lacking The Big O? -Stephanie Bailey
How many is too many times to not have an orgasm with a man you are sleeping with? And what is the best way to communicate your needs? Talking about a man's performance in the bedroom is a sensitive and touchy subject. A man's ego can be easily...
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Is He Panicking At Game Time? -Stephanie Bailey
It is not surprising why football is so popular among men—they can relate to the game as if it is their own personal playbook for relationships. When the season starts (beginning of a relationship) there is an excitement in the air and he is...
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Is He With You Just for the Holidays?
Tis the season for desperation! Maybe you just had your heart broken, haven't been on a date in a long time, or feel family pressure to be in a relationship. It's the holidays, and can be exciting (as well as a relief) when you meet a guy who wants...
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Is He Causing You The Holiday Blues?
There's nothing more disappointing than a man who avoids spending the holidays with you. Right when you are labeling your relationship "perfect" you realize it has one major flaw... He doesn't want to celebrate the holidays with you—no...
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Are You Attracting Men With Endings?
When you attract men with endings, it is because you are afraid of getting your heart broken again. Most of us are all guilty of it but are sometimes unaware that we are doing it. What is a man with an ending? A man with an ending is someone who...
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Are You Just Filling a Void in His Life?
Are you filling a void in his life and being used emotionally as a filler until someone "better" comes along?
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12 Signs You Are Being Bratty to Your Man
You may be acting bratty if any of these 12 behaviors sound familiar.
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Should The Contact Stop Just Because He's Away?
When you meet a guy, it can be discouraging to discover he travels a great deal for work and recreation. What does that mean for your relationship? Will you hear from him when he travels, or does he get a free pass to not contact you? Are you...
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Are You Dating A Fair Weather Guy? -Stephanie Bailey
Who doesn't like to hear those two sexy words groaned behind a sore throat covered in phlegm, "I'm sick." When you’re sick, you might as well have the plague because that's how some guys will treat you. A true test of a relationship is when...
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OK...I Get It—You're Not My Boyfriend! -Stephanie Bailey
You're a single gal now, and a member of a club called dating. When you finally meet a guy that you are attracted to, and can talk to, why does it have to become so complicated? When you are dating, one of the most frustrating things is when a...
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Ladies, Wondering Why The Phone Calls/Text Messages Stopped? -50 reasons straight from men on why- Stephanie Bailey
Ladies, most of us have been in the situation at one point or another in our lives where we think we had the perfect date, made a strong connection or had the best sex with a guy, and we can't understand why he decided to stop reaching out without...
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To Pay or Not to Pay? -The Question Some Men Ask When Dating
You meet and connect with a guy you like and he asks you out on a date. You wear the perfect outfit and meet him at the restaurant you agreed on. The conversation is organic, he makes you laugh and by the time you're done with dinner—you are...
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Sex Has Ceased, And You're Wondering Why? -50 reasons why she's no longer sleeping with you- Stephanie Bailey
Hey guys, has a lady you've been seeing all of a sudden stopped having sex with you? Believe me, there's definitely a reason. A friend of mine recently asked me this question, and then he suggested I write an article about "why sex ceases?" Let me...
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Is The Text Message You're Reading Killing Your Libido? -Stephanie Bailey
One of the best things about dating someone you really like is the flirty text messages you send back and forth—keeping smiles on your face and exciting butterflies surrounding your heart. But, what do you do when the texting becomes awkward?...
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Guys, Wondering If You're Really A Sexy Beast? -50 things we find sexy about men- Stephanie Bailey
Ladies wonder why some men stand out and some don't...read my list and then make your own to see what sexy really means to you. He should score at least 50% to make the cut. 50 things that are sexy about men: 1. Self-Confident 2. Secure 3....
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Has Your Relationship Come To A Boiling Point? -Stephanie Bailey
My friend suggested that next time I get a Kenalog shot to help get rid of an acne boil—wish I had known that information earlier. Why can't every breakup be solved with a quick injection? When a relationship isn't working our bodies will...
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News Flash! There Won't Be Another Date! —50 faux pas that men make in dating— Stephanie Bailey
Ladies a lot of the time we wonder why a guy doesn't call us back, but what about when we lose interest in him? So...he wonders why you don't want to continue dating or why you have just dropped off the map?! Maybe it's because he has done one or...
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Is Quick Draw Hurting Your Sex Life? -Stephanie Bailey
When you see a man quickly draw his gun in a cowboy movie, it's sexy, exciting and even a little breathtaking. However, the feeling is usually never the same when he draws his "other gun" just as quickly in the bedroom. Have you ever had a guy...
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Are Grand Gestures Necessary For Love?
Sixteen Candles, Love Actually, Amelie, Top Gun, Love and Basketball, Sleepless in Seattle, Brokeback Mountain, Once, Emma, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, Juno, Love Me If You Dare, Grease, Romeo and Juliet, Pretty Woman, Breakfast at Tiffany's, Say...
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Is Baby Talk or Behavior Ruining Your Relationship? -Stephanie Bailey
Ladies, there are three ways that baby talk or behavior can hinder your relationship. First, there is an actual baby or child dictating how intimate you are allowed to be with their father; aka the man you are dating. Second, the man you are dating...