As we begin a new year, I wanted to send you a note of love, hope and encouragement for the path that you’re on right now in your dating life. Whether you’re single, dating or in a relationship…whether it’s blissful, complicated or both, you probably have a lot of hopes — and expectations — for […]
How Long Should I Wait for Him to Figure out What He Wants?
Today’s article is in response to a question from a reader (via Ask Melissa!) about how to decide how long to wait for someone you’re in a relationship with to figure out what he wants. In my response, I provide guidance on how to approach this question, including what you need to know to decide […]
My Boyfriend Still Has His Ex-Wife’s Stuff
Today’s article is in response to a question from a reader (via Ask Melissa!) who’s concerned that her boyfriend still keeps his wedding band, among other items from his previous relationship. In my response, I provide guidance on how to approach this concern, including some reasons why he might be keeping the stuff, what you […]
Will Your Relationship Survive His Divorce?
Today’s article is in response to a question from a reader (via Ask Melissa!) who is struggling in her relationship with a separated and divorcing man and wondering whether their relationship will survive his tumultuous divorce. In my response, I provide guidance on how to approach this question, including the key factors needed for relationship […]
Why Won’t He Tell His Ex-Wife About Me or Introduce Me to His Kids?
Today’s article is in response to a question from a reader (via Ask Melissa!) about how to decide how long you should wait to meet your boyfriend’s kids and family and how long you should wait for him to tell his ex-wife about your relationship. In my response, I provide guidance on what’s normal to […]
What to Do When He Says He Doesn’t Know What He Wants
Today’s article is in response to a question from a reader (via Ask Melissa!) about what to do when he says he doesn’t know what he wants and needs time to figure himself out. In my response, I provide guidance on how to approach this question, including what he really means when he says he […]
He’s Not Ready for a Relationship but Doesn’t Want to Lose Me
Today’s article is in response to a question from a reader (via Ask Melissa!) about what to do when a guy says he’s not ready to commit but you’re in love with him AND he still wants to see you! In my response, I provide guidance on how to cut through the confusion, whether you […]
Will He Come Back When He’s Ready for a Relationship?
Today’s article is in response to a question from a reader (via Ask Melissa!) about whether she should reconnect with an ex-boyfriend when he’s more ready for a relationship, and whether there’s hope for a new relationship. In my response, I provide guidance on how to approach this question, whether there’s hope for her relationship, […]
Should My Boyfriend Go on Holiday with His Ex and Their Kids?
Today’s article is in response to a question from a reader (via Ask Melissa!) about whether it’s wrong for a guy to still go on vacations with his ex and their kids even though he claims he is separated from his wife. In my response, I provide insight into this question, what’s appropriate and what’s […]
My Boyfriend Doesn’t Talk to Me Like He Used To
Today’s article is in response to a question from a reader (via Ask Melissa!) about what to do when your boyfriend isn’t communicating with you like he used to and how to get him to open up.
