The 2nd Biggest Relationship Myth – DEBUNKED

Q My boyfriend says that he’s confused because sometimes he wants me and only me but then his mood changes and he wants other people. He says he loves me and I know I love him. We’ve broken up before but it’s like we’re lost without each other. Can you help? A  Of course I…

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You Attract What You Try to Avoid in Relationships

Amy is one of my favorite clients. I’ve changed her name of course. She’s been dating her girlfriend for 2 years. Her primary complaint today is the same one she had in the first 3 months of her relationship: Her girlfriend tries to avoid any discussions that involve potential conflict. So basically, Amy’s girlfriend never…

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The Secret To My Perfect Relationship

Almost every day I find myself sitting across from a client who’s struggling with relationship envy, only the relationship that they’re envious of doesn’t really exist. It’s a curated version of a relationship (or, relationships) that they see on Facebook and Instagram. If you’re popular on social media, it’s because you follow certain unspoken rules:…

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If It Feels Natural – It’s Probably Wrong

Q: Dear Dr. Darcy: My boyfriend has informed me that he is not being satisfied sexually. He tells me this after pulling away and being angry that the relationship is failing. He feels like doing things with me is more like an obligation now. Shouldn’t we work out the sex problem so it won’t affect…

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