What it’s like to realize you’re being “paperclipped” in a relationship
I woke up—on Valentine’s Day—to this message from him: “I just don’t think I have enough time to talk to anyone right now. I’m sorry.”
Month: July 2021
Getting intimate with Swing author Ashleigh Renard
Swing author Ashleigh Renard keeps it real discussing her exploration as “the world’s worst swinger” and what she learned along the way.
Bedroom confidential: How to tap into your true desires
I used to be a sexual chameleon. Now I’m a sex educator who helps others figure out what they truly want.
Craving deeper connection? Try your ear at mindful listening.
Our minds wander at least 30% of the time, but learning the art of mindful listening can be a game-changer for better dates.
Is alcohol the third wheel in your dating life?
I’m meeting a date at a sports bar for the first time. I am early, as usual. I order something neutral like a vodka soda and take a seat awaiting my tablemate. I’m planning to have one drink tonight—maybe two—for no good reason other than the fact that this is a first date, and getting …
What’s your attribution style? How positive beliefs can create positive relationships
When we believe negative things about our partners, they tend to “live down” to our expectations—making attribution style a key indicator of relationship success.
Has pandemic life created codependent habits? Here’s how to get the space you need.
Did COVID-19 leave your relationship too close for comfort? Find out how to reinstate healthy boundaries and release pandemic-induced dynamics.
Dear Melissa Q&A: Finding balance in your relationships
Our in-house dating expert drops some insight on how to find healthy balance in your relationships — whether navigating dealbreakers, creating personal space, or making time for friends.
Have you found a relationship but abandoned yourself?
Wondering how to stop a pattern of self-abandonment in your relationships? Keep reading for tips on reclaiming the “you” in “we.”