Desire, (noun) a strong feeling of wanting to have something or wishing for something. Value, (noun) the regard that someone (something) is held to deserve; the importance, worth, or consider (someone) to be important or beneficial; have a high opinion of. Clearly there is a difference between being desired and being valued, but sometimes it’s hard...
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Self-limiting beliefs? What the? I know, it sounds like psycho babble and yes, it is, but as a relationship expert and former therapist, this is a very real phenomenon that I encounter with both my male and female clients. I have observed self-limiting beliefs undermine one’s ability to make and sustain loving, committed and intimate...
So, I’m guessing you’ve heard all about the Charlize Theron and Sean Penn “ghosting” debacle. (For those of you who might not have heard this term before, “ghosting” is when one partner ends a romantic relationship by completely severing all communication with the other person.) It’s been all over the Internet and it’s paved the...
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So, here’s the rub. I represent men for matchmaking and I relationship-mentor women. Everyday, women share examples of how (some) men sabotage potential relationships with negative behaviors. Some negative behaviors are more common than others… I suspect, you would never engage in self sabotaging negative behaviors, but just in case, let me cover the behaviors...
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Let’s face it, dating can be discouraging … especially when the men you go out with all seem to disappear after two or three dates. Fortunately, help is on the way. In this video, dating coach, matchmaker and YourTango Expert Julianne Cantarella explains how to understand this all-too-common phenomenon. “Please keep in mind,” says Julianne, “three dates does not a relationship...
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It can be tricky to navigate your way through the holidays if you’re in the early stages of dating. Check out these guidelines. There’s no need to make things awkward! Defining the relationship is a big step in the dating process. The holiday season can get a little more complicated if you haven’t had “the...
I love online dating! You read that right. I love online dating and I think it’s a fabulous way to find a relationship. Surprised? Most people are, but then I explain how 20% of relationships today start online. In addition to personally introducing people as a matchmaker, I date coach mature singles every day so...
Breakups can be difficult, even if you were the one initiating the end. If you weren’t the one who initiated, then you know it can be especially painful. During my time as a grief counselor, I can tell you that grieving has no time limit. There is always a grieving period after the breakup—even if...
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After this winter, I am sure you are ready to welcome spring. I bet many of you have already packed up those heavy sweaters, long pants and boots and have made room for a more carefree time. It’s easy to notice the difference in each of us as spring approaches. Many of us experience restlessness...
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You might be wondering why I would want to ensure your sexual success. Well, it’s pretty simple. It’s my business. Now, don’t get all excited. I’m not a sex surrogate or sex therapist; I am a relationship expert. I am also a woman, and I know first hand what it takes to make a woman...