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How do I choose men who are emotionally available? ama ask me anything emotional health healthy relationships perspective relationship tips relationships self-improvement Apr 25, 2023

How do I choose men who are emotionally available?

Dear Dr. Julie: I've been dating for a few years and I seem to be attracted to men who are emotionally unavailable. If I go out with someone for a few months, eventually it starts to feel like he's pulling away. Despite my efforts to keep the relat...

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New Year's Resolutions for Couples: Make this Your Best Year Yet! effective communication relationship advice relationship tips relationships self-improvement Dec 28, 2022

It’s the start of a new year, and what better time to make resolutions to improve our relationships? Whether you’re single, committed, or somewhere in between, there are plenty of ways to take your love life up a notch.

Whether it is increasing quality time together or learning better communication...

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12 Romantic Holiday Date Ideas relationship advice relationship tips relationships self-improvement Dec 15, 2022

It's the most wonderful time of the year! If you're in a relationship, there's no better time to show your significant other how much you care than during the holidays. But deciding what to do on a date can be tough—especially if you want to make it extra special. Never fear, we've got you covered. ...

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Are you in a lopsided relationship? relationships Dec 06, 2022

We've all been hurt by unrequited love—that terrible, heartbreaking want for another person who doesn't return your affection. Unfortunately, "the pursuit" is also very enticing and can be challenging to give up.

Unrequited love warps one's perceptions of the person they are in love with, making it...

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Do you know your partner's love language? emotional health life lessons relationships Nov 12, 2022

We all express and receive love in different ways, and those variations may be the reason why sometimes feelings and good intentions are misunderstood.

For instance, you might spend weeks searching for the most incredible gift for your partner, only to hear them say on their birthday, "I would've b...

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đź’• 3 Communication Tips for an Easier Holiday Season emotional health perspective relationships self-improvement Dec 14, 2021

I recently posed the question, “What’s a positive change you want to make in your relationship?” All the responses I got were focused on communication, everybody wanted to communicate better. As it turns out faulty communication is a top relationship problem.

I couldn’t think of a better topic to a...

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