Author: Story Teller
There’s a common lament among men in the dating world. “I really like this girl. We went out last week and the date went so well. I thought we really hit it off and had a profound connection. We had an amazing time, and the chemistry was through the roof. I haven’t heard from her. I don’t think she wants anything to do with me. What should I do?” Dude hit the nail on the head because two weeks later it was obvious that first date would be the last. It’s a clear signal to forget all about it and…
Oscar Wilde said: Everything in human life is really about sex, except sex. Sex is about power. O.K., I think family is about power, but let’s go with it. What is power, and how can we harness it for a healthy relationship? All of us let power play out unconsciously in our lives. Creating dynamics that push and pull. Humans need to be encased in a power structure, it’s inherent. Without we fall apart, and I think lots of that is to do with finding the limits of the container of our lives. Relational containers, societal state containers, and lots…
Lately, I’ve been on a daytime TV kick. I watched a little Wendy Williams (duh) after the documentary, then decided to turn my attention to Cheaters. Ah, what quality trash TV! Cheaters is a juicy show that follows people who discover that they’ve been cheated on. Brawls ensue, people get embarrassed, and then everything goes crazy while a narrator explains everything that happens. As I watched the different couples bicker, it dawned on me. There are different types of cheaters. Some are full red flags. Others, not so much. Because I’m bored, I made a list of them. The Cake…
You’re out and about and you see an attractive woman. You’re single and you want to make a connection. You want to find out if she’s available, and if she would give you a shot. You wrack your brain trying to think of what to say, but you start doubting yourself with each passing second. “What if she thinks I’m weird or creepy? What if I say the wrong thing? What if she thinks I’m bothering her? What if I scare her? What if she has a boyfriend? What if that boyfriend is right around the corner and tries to…
“Eighty five percent (85%) of women who have a gut feeling that their partner is cheating turn out to be correct.” –Source Usually, after infidelity many a betrayed partner goes on a journey of self-reflection. And if there is one thing many come to realize, it is they ignored their gut! Therefore, among the numerous realizations that surface, the one that stands out most prominently is the important role of intuition. Gut feelings tend to get dismissed quite often in the lead-up to betrayal. Partners who have been cheated on can recount several instances where their gut feelings, those subtle whispers…
I have a friend who has been in probably one of the most exhausting situationships I have ever come across. I can’t even call it a relationship, because it wasn’t that. My friend met her ex when she was in college and although he was the one courting her, it turned out she was courting him for the next decade. Young relationships normally stick out longer than they need to because people hold onto the fact that they have known this person for so long, or that they have watched each other grow. But what a lot of people, especially…
It was the second time in a week my partner and I responded to their apartment. As a young patrol officer, I had grown accustomed to the rhythms of domestic violence in our community. Angry and emotionally damaged people seem to hurt the ones they love with alarming regularity. We could hear shouting as we climbed the stairs, stepping over a plastic bag of empty beer bottles. “Police department,” my partner shouted as we knocked on the door. Inside, everything went silent. Slowly, the door was unlatched and opened. She was crying, with mascara running down her red cheeks. “Where is…
Transcript provided by YouTube. Slightly edited with AI. Navigating Relationship Anxieties – Insights from Matthew Hussey I imagine that George Clooney didn’t start that relationship by asking how many men you’ve slept with. Before we dive into a viewer’s concern, let’s explore the broader perspective on relationships. Hi Matthew, I’ve been dealing with anxiety triggered by the notion that men find non-virgin women less desirable. This idea constantly surfaces in my social media, making me question my worth. Can you delve into this topic? Firstly, recognize the influence of the online environment on your perspective. Shift your focus to positive…
Entering into a new relationship with a woman can be like walking through a minefield for us guys. We all crave relationship bliss, hoping for a woman who won’t bring us problems or cause us pain. Sadly, some of us end up in that exact situation. Sometimes, the problems are our fault, but often, we’re just clueless about them. It’s vital to spot these red flags early on because they can indicate if the relationship is heading south. So, in this article, I’m going to lay out the signs that your new relationship might be on rocky ground and give…
In the dictionary, “Vulnerability is the quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.” While I don’t disagree, to unlock its transformational potential, I think it needs updating to something like, “Vulnerability is the quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of 1. being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally and/or 2. being truly seen, heard, accepted and loved for all of the beautifully unique human you are.” Vulnerability is the collective name we use to describe the feelings that come from experiencing (usually uncomfortable) emotions including…