Category Archives: Relationships
If there’s one thing I’ve learned in all of my years of being a professional relationship and love expert, it’s that nothing is constant in the world of love. Relationships ebb and flow. People we love hurt us and we hurt them. It’s just what love is... a rollercoaster of emotion. It’s a crappy position to be in when you’re the one who did the hurting and are hoping for forgiveness. It’s a tough and vulnerable situation to be in. (Of course I’m not saying it’s worse than being the hurt party, but they both have their own very demanding emotional trajectories.) And when the forgiveness isn’t as forthcoming as you hoped it would be, it gets really tricky and icky feeling. Here’s what to do. Read more
Not to sound like a Walgreens commercial, but cold and flu season is upon us. And that means that people around you are getting sick. When you starting dating someone new, dealing with a cold or flu can be tricky. You haven’t even decided if he’s fully your boyfriend, so it’s tough to know what’s appropriate to do for your sick man and what’s not. Here are some tips to help you find out!
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I was at brunch with my girlfriends this past weekend and one of my single friends was talking about the guy she just started dating. It’s been a few weeks and she’d finally invited him over to her place for dinner. This was going to be the first meal she cooked for him and she was freaking out. “I feel like this is wife auditions!” she kept saying. And, frankly, she was very, very right. The first time you cook for a man is a bit like a wife audition. I don’t want to freak you out, but it’s very important. Here’s what to cook to make it go smoothly.
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ARIES.
(March 20 - April 19):
Progress is slow, but at least you're moving. Don't get impatient and switch paths. Things really will come together for you soon.
TAURUS.
(April 20 - May 20):
Extend the benefit of the doubt, but also share reservations. You may be impressed by what this person comes back with.
GEMINI.
(May 21 - June 20):
Don't just start mixing and matching variables because you can. What's important is that you attain your objective sooner rather than later.
CANCER.
(June 21 - July 21):
Either you can feel guilty or you can do something to make up for it. The Moon in practical Taurus shows you redressing a past negligence.
LEO.
(July 22 - Aug. 22):
You've been so involved in trying to appease critics that you've ignored those who applaud what you're doing. You need to spend some quality time with your fan base.
VIRGO.
(Aug. 23 - Sept. 22):
Not rocking the boat could be counterproductive – especially since you're getting dangerously close to agreeing to something you wouldn't normally countenance.
LIBRA.
(Sept. 23 - Oct. 22):
Every big decision is made up of hundreds of little ones but if anyone can keep all the balls in the air, it's you.
SCORPIO.
(Oct. 23 - Nov. 21):
Your loyalty to a friend could be a potential blind spot. Don't let feelings of protectiveness turn into indulgence.
SAGITTARIUS.
(Nov. 22 - Dec. 20):
You have a chance to make up for a past wrong this week. Not only will you settle a karmic debt but your personal capital increases too.
CAPRICORN.
(Dec. 21 - Jan. 19):
There's been a lot of blood, sweat, and tears lately, but the Moon/Pluto trine shows that you're finally in reach of your goal.
AQUARIUS.
(Jan. 20 - Feb. 17):
Dealing with temperamental types isn't easy, but you have to admit it's lively. A pain-in-the-derriere winds up being worth the aggravation today.
PISCES.
(Feb. 18 - March 19):
It's wonderful to be a font of inspiration but what do you get in return? Don't be shy about asking for more credit or recognition.
ARIES.
(March 20 - April 19):
How do you make room at a table that's already full? Talk about what's missing and you pique interest. Show how you can provide it and people will set a place.
TAURUS.
(April 20 - May 20):
You need to turn a no into a yes. Tickle a naysayer's fancy by playing to his ego and he'll be putty in your hands.
GEMINI.
(May 21 - June 20):
You need to sell - even if it means settling for a lower price. It hurts, but it's less painful than holding on until the bitter end.
CANCER.
(June 21 - July 21):
You'll soon be receiving a lot of attention. Typically private, you may not like it, but everyone needs their moment in the sun - even a Moonchild like you.
LEO.
(July 22 - Aug. 22):
A situation isn't working. Before you label it a colossal failure, remember that what you gain in experience is something money can't buy.
VIRGO.
(Aug. 23 - Sept. 22):
Pay close attention to what transpires today because nothing is too small or insignificant. The devil is in the details.
LIBRA.
(Sept. 23 - Oct. 22):
It feels like you're divulging too much, but you need the advice and support of friends now. You've kept things under wraps for too long.
SCORPIO.
(Oct. 23 - Nov. 21):
Life at work gets stormy thanks to developments that have been brewing for weeks. This has nothing to do with you personally, so keep doing what you're doing.
SAGITTARIUS.
(Nov. 22 - Dec. 20):
Your judgment call is right, but unfortunately people aren't buying it. Do what you know is best. You'll be vindicated in the end.
CAPRICORN.
(Dec. 21 - Jan. 19):
Don't freak. You're dealing with a setback; not a failure. Work with developments as they unfold and you could even come out ahead.
AQUARIUS.
(Jan. 20 - Feb. 17):
Don't hold back if you feel like something's in reach. Few things are as maddening as undershooting the mark when you had a chance.
PISCES.
(Feb. 18 - March 19):
A perfect fit speaks for itself. If you feel like you have to force things in a relationship then chances are it wasn't meant to be.
ARIES.
(March 20 - April 19):
This is not a good time to speak your mind. You could inadvertently broadcast your weak spots.
TAURUS.
(April 20 - May 20):
You need to cut your losses because it's costing too much emotionally and/or financially. Sometimes sacrifice is a gain.
GEMINI.
(May 21 - June 20):
Are you trying to salvage a situation you should be rid of? The Universe is doing you a favor by making things so impossible.
CANCER.
(June 21 - July 21):
You shouldn't be agonizing over how to make a job work for you. It's vice-versa. What is a customer or client doing to make things worthwhile?
LEO.
(July 22 - Aug. 22):
You knew a friend was holding stuff in, but you didn't realize how much until now. Letting her talk things out is a greater gift than you'll ever know.
VIRGO.
(Aug. 23 - Sept. 22):
You're more than willing to help, but you're not convinced someone's ready. This person has to come to you first, not the other way around.
LIBRA.
(Sept. 23 - Oct. 22):
You worked with people's demands so now they can work with yours. It's a timely reminder that your relationship is not all one-sided.
SCORPIO.
(Oct. 23 - Nov. 21):
Friends are shocked that you could be so forgiving. You already know your rival's stuck in a no-win situation . . . but they don't need to know that.
SAGITTARIUS.
(Nov. 22 - Dec. 20):
You're more than happy to provide safe harbor for tempestuous types, but they have to behave around you - or else you'll put them out to sea again.
CAPRICORN.
(Dec. 21 - Jan. 19):
What would be so wrong about letting people know that you're going through a bumpy time? Not only would they sympathize, but they'd probably cut you some slack.
AQUARIUS.
(Jan. 20 - Feb. 17):
You tried it someone else's way and now you should go back to the original game plan. This person will soon see you that you know what you're doing.
PISCES.
(Feb. 18 - March 19):
Watch it with the sermonizing today. You want to inspire people—not frighten them. Be positive and you'll win them over to your side.
