Should I work harder for my relationship or is it beyond saving at this point? I don't know if I'm sacrificing too much for something that will never work.
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posted by lleguana
on Apr 22, 2012 -
49 answers
Do healthy, happy couples ever have periods where one or the other feels the ennui of "I love you, but I'm not
in love with you?" If so, how do they resolve it? How do they decide if it's worth resolving?
posted by Caligula's Idiot Cousin
on Apr 10, 2012 -
12 answers
I'd love to get some advice on my relationship. It's complicated and I'm starting to think about ending it, despite being pretty heavily invested. This is a "do I stay or do I go?" question or a "too good to leave but too bad to stay" question. But it's complicated so be prepared to read on.
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posted by runflats
on Apr 6, 2012 -
50 answers
Why do we want ppl the more they don't want us and how can I start talking myself out of really bad ideas? (e.g. - once I get an idea *usually bad* in my head to do something, I rationalize to the hilt why I should follow through and always end up doing it) Help me find balance! ....
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posted by soooo
on Apr 5, 2012 -
16 answers
How do I express to my partner I'd like him to do thoughtful things for me without making him feel bad?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 31, 2012 -
16 answers
What are some healthy ways to think about, develop, and understand a healthy platonic love with someone of the other sex? Snowflake details below.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 28, 2012 -
15 answers
Do the strategies in "Why Men Love Bitches" really work? I'm almost at my wits end in the dating scene. I'm not clingy or anything of that sort but I could use a little help in self-preservation. Is there a proper way to use the tactics in the book w/o too much manipulation?
posted by InterestedInKnowing
on Mar 27, 2012 -
31 answers
Flying into Dallas Love Field Airport late in evening. How best to get to Arlington, TX?
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posted by anya32
on Mar 18, 2012 -
2 answers
I've been with a wonderful man for 4 years and I'm panicking about ending the relationship for no good reason. I still get smiley when he texts me and he makes me laugh, he's gorgeous, but I have these sudden adrenalin rushes and an overwhelming panicky feeling that I have to end the relationship immediately. I asked for three weeks apart to clear my head, and we made it to two before I wanted him here again... but the panicking is back!
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posted by Anne Onymouse
on Feb 24, 2012 -
29 answers
I love my new kitty, Agent Cooper, beyond all reason. He's 1 year old and was a stray, and he's been living with me for a month now. The problem is, he's a biter. I'm pretty sure it's an OH MY GOD I LOVE YOU SO MUCH, CHOMP! kind of bite, but I want to be sure I am reading, and handling, his behavior correctly.
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posted by pazazygeek
on Feb 20, 2012 -
27 answers
Breakup customs-filter. I did my boyfriend wrong, by becoming an exhausted-complaining mess, on a recent depressive lapse I had, partially due to a physical condition. He left me, scared and confused, though we were madly in love, after 3 months of this. I wish to part in peace.
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 16, 2012 -
52 answers
I read this article/essay that once compared long term relationships and the excitement of entering new ones with the difference between a small town and the exotic Istanbul / Marrakech (I no longer remember which).
Perhaps you can point me towards the right direction? Many thanks.
posted by drea
on Feb 15, 2012 -
3 answers
[StoryFilter] I'm looking for a printed or electronic copy of the full text of a story titled simply "Red."
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posted by ArgyleGargoyle
on Feb 9, 2012 -
2 answers
I realize this post is a little long.....but has anyone ever experienced the following Made-For-TV-Hallmark-Channel episode, or something like it, or know anyone who did? If so, how did you handle it?
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posted by BeastMan78
on Feb 8, 2012 -
10 answers
Psychological/Romantic Filter:
I don't know what else to do anymore.
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Not asking for advice on taking rejection.
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posted by Angel of Khaos
on Jan 31, 2012 -
22 answers
My partner and I feel comfortable and safe in our relationship, and we feel love for one another. But we are sexually unfulfilled, and to a smaller extent emotionally and/or intellectually troubled. How do we know whether to break up or to work at it?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 28, 2012 -
20 answers
I'm looking for songs by female singers which include the trope of prioritizing money over love. I'm going fairly broad with this -- so I have "Material Girl", "Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend", and "Shitloads of Money," but also "Maid on the Shore." I'm also willing to go a bit outside those lines -- for instance, "Ka-Ching" (Shania Twain) and "More Money Tonight" (Violent Femmes). The presence of money or other LIQUID assets is the major criterion.
What are examples of popular music which contain explicit references to prioritizing money over love?
Thanks!
posted by endless_forms
on Jan 26, 2012 -
64 answers
Please help me understand the gray area in between being totally into someone you're exclusively dating and being in love with him/her? These things are virtually synonymous for me, but I love easily.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 23, 2012 -
16 answers
I'm currently seeing a man who has children, and this is my first experience with such a situation. It's new, so I've only just started asking the important questions, i.e., why did you divorce in the first place, how long have you been divorced, how is your relationship with your ex, are you both at peace with how it ended? etc. Everything seems to check out so far, but I know it would be foolish to think I won't encounter some unique problems if things get serious.
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posted by CXXVII
on Jan 17, 2012 -
27 answers
What techniques can I use to quell or quieten emotional turmoil? Avalanche of special inside.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 6, 2012 -
16 answers
Love Language Filter: I want to become better at expressing affection to people in nonverbal ways, but I find it difficult.
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posted by xenophile
on Jan 4, 2012 -
13 answers
Document checklist for a recently-married couple? What's crucial to get organized/updated in terms of legal/financial issues?
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posted by bitter-girl.com
on Dec 27, 2011 -
6 answers
Even though logically I don't feel like he's "marriage material," I am overwhelmed lately with a desire to be married to him. Which way should I be going on this?
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posted by thrasher
on Dec 15, 2011 -
28 answers
Tell me some really touching, emotional, and meaningful ways someone has told (not shown) you they love you and how much they care about you without just saying "I love you".
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posted by gwenlister
on Dec 8, 2011 -
92 answers
ENFx-INTP ralationship. Who has the user manual ? This somewhat long post is a call for help !
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posted by that_guy
on Dec 6, 2011 -
45 answers
The once love of my life contacted me today to say her feelings haven't changed in the eight years we've been apart. Neither have mine. What now?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 26, 2011 -
68 answers
He's acts aloof everytime we see each other and I'm hurt. What can I do? (Details inside)
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 20, 2011 -
18 answers
Falling for a woman. She just told me she just got out of a long term relationship (2+ years, ended this July) and wants to stay single for a while and work on herself because she always rushes into relationships. We've agreed things have been so easy, nice and right between us (3 weeks, 5-6 GOOD dates in), but she was very clear she does not want a committed relationship. I feel myself heading towards wanting just that. Am I headed to The Bad Place if I keep hanging out with her?
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posted by 3FLryan
on Nov 20, 2011 -
35 answers
Regarding family and friends, how have you been able to let go of dark/problematic pasts, and moved forward?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 18, 2011 -
15 answers
