I need some advice about how to move my life forward. Relationship, job, and home. A simple question: should I stay here or should I go back home, but with the usual tortured backstory that I will try to keep as relevant as possible! [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 20, 2009 - 14 answers

My friend's on-again/off-again nonstop crazy drama relationship just turned physically abusive six days ago. Now they are separated, again, and hopefully for good. I have reason to believe that the separation won't last, and I don't know how I could or should deal with that. Please help. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 9, 2009 - 13 answers

Would it even be possible to pursue a friendship, or a good idea, for that matter? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 23, 2009 - 31 answers

What is the best way for a couple to tell their mutual friends that they're ending a long-term relationship? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 13, 2009 - 14 answers

Where to meet and make friends with real men? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 7, 2009 - 25 answers

All of my friends are single and I'm not. How to relate again? [more inside]
posted by CatherineK on Jun 8, 2009 - 7 answers

I was rejected pretty kindly, we are being friends, and we're hanging out an awful, awful lot. Please help me get some perspective. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 6, 2009 - 10 answers

How do I stop feeling jealous of my boyfriend? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 8, 2009 - 9 answers

Is it okay if my boyfriend has sleep-overs with Sarah Palin? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 6, 2009 - 91 answers

How bad a faux pas would it be to move out of a (multi-person) shared house with a new but lovely boyfriend, and into my best friend's house instead? [more inside]
posted by Elysum on Oct 23, 2008 - 28 answers

How do I keep from hurting a person I've hurt before? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 6, 2008 - 11 answers

I like her a lot. We tried it out and she said that "we should just be friends." Problem is I see her a lot and I don't know what the hell is going on. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 23, 2008 - 19 answers

How to nicely but firmly tell someone I am completely and totally uninterested romantically and at this point, pretty averse to friendship, too? [more inside]
posted by Phire on Jun 16, 2008 - 27 answers

Does reading "How to win friends and influence people" will help me win friends and influence people?
posted by dcrocha on Apr 1, 2008 - 18 answers

Friends breaking up--do I really have to choose? [more inside]
posted by freem on Mar 17, 2008 - 29 answers

What degree of indepdence is appropriate for a long-term relationship / marriage? [more inside]
posted by sergeant sandwich on Jul 29, 2007 - 49 answers

I like him. I think he likes me. How do I find out for sure? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 21, 2007 - 21 answers

I think a long time friend may want to be more than friends... and I don't... What do I do? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 24, 2007 - 20 answers

[HighschoolDramaFilter] Am I justified in my mistrust of this person who has lived a complete lie and now claims to be reformed, or should I bury the hatchet? Much, much, much [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 13, 2006 - 30 answers

Kind of a basic, dumb question-Was he dropping a hint, or was it just a topic of conversation? [more inside]
posted by bolognius maximus on Oct 5, 2006 - 37 answers

Have you ever been asked to be the best man for a "friend's" wedding and you: 1. Are not really that good friends with the guy anymore. and 2. Have absolutely no type of desire to organize a raunchy style bachelor party and 3. Are not friends at all with his other guy friends so would have a hard and awkward time getting people to come to the bachelor party anyways? Even if not, any advice on how to handle the situation? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 14, 2005 - 29 answers

How can I convince my g/f to be less exclusive ? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 26, 2005 - 30 answers

CollegeRelationshipFilter: How can I help someone get over me? [more inside]
posted by awesomebrad on Sep 8, 2005 - 21 answers

"I can't seem to meet a man that fits my life. I have three kids, a career and hobbies that I love. Pretty much a full plate. I still have needs though. Rather than jumping into unworkable relationships for all the wrong reasons, which I have done repetitively, I am considering looking for both plutonic friends to meet the companionship needs, and f--kbuddies for the other needs. I would love to know any experiences you may have and tips for making it work." [more inside]
posted by five fresh fish on Nov 15, 2004 - 25 answers