How do you know when is it time to “break up?” The decision to end a relationship can be clear and easy if there are “deal breaker” issues, e.g. he is disrespectful or pushy about sex when you made it clear you are not ready. On the other end of the spectrum, a decision to [...]

“Relationship Highway,” the road to commitment is anything but a smooth ride. You may slam on the brakes if he/she has a habit of a “few too many” drinks; or you find out he/she is dating someone else in your “exclusive” partnership. Other warning signs or “deal breakers” may appear along the road and indicate [...]

Every new relationship begins with a journey down what we call Relationship Highway (a.k.a. the Road to Commitment). As those of you who read our Relate 360° article of the month may know, there are five stops on Relationship Highway: Heaven, Re-Entry, Earth School, Graduation and Commitment. While we defined each stop along the way [...]

Last month our Advanced Dating topic focused on how to find and consciously choose “Mr./Mrs. Right,” as opposed to just “falling” in love. We looked at balancing the Relationship Trilogy – Head, Heart and Hormones – in order to raise awareness that Heart and Hormones need to be kept in check by your Head as [...]

Remember when…      You actually called each other on the telephone to make plans for a date.      You would leave each other voicemails about having had a great time.      Going out actually meant having your date’s full attention for the entire evening. If you relate to these “remember when’s,” chances are you are over 45. Today, [...]

Think about the last time you attended a party. In walks a woman with confidence and positive energy. She may not be the most beautiful woman at the event, but she is dressed well, holds her head high, makes eye contact and engages others with a smile. Her cheerful and upbeat disposition creates a centered, [...]

Advanced Dating is our Relate 360° topic of the month. Reading about dating is one of the ways that you can become an “Advanced Dater.” It may seem like a no-brainer, but there are some great books, as well as some duds, out there that will help you along your dating journey. We found an [...]

There is lots of uncertainty in the dating arena. One of the biggest questions we hear (mostly from women) is: When should I have sex with him? The short answer is: When you choose to. But it is a lot more complicated than that. Since there is no “right” answer to this question, let’s take [...]

Last week we talked about “The List,” the one where people write down all the qualities they desire in a mate. We also stated that “Lists” don’t usually work because they are too logical and concrete. However, there is one kind of list that we do believe is important. In fact, it’s vital to deciding [...]

“I keep dating losers – why can’t I choose Mr. Right? When my girlfriend met her (now) husband she ‘just knew’ he was her soul mate.” Have you ever wondered how other people choose Mr. or Mrs. Right? Are you tired of having relationships that go nowhere? Ever think you’ve met Mr. or Mrs. Right, [...]