Today’s article is in response to a question from a reader (via Ask Melissa!) about whether she has to choose between being a mother or being a woman, and whether it’s realistic for her to require her boyfriend to take both her and her children, even though he hinted that he’d rather the kids be […]
Dating Advice in General
Am I Being Unreasonable for Wanting More Time With My Boyfriend?
Today’s article is in response to a question from a reader (via Ask Melissa!) about whether she is being unreasonable by wanting more time with her boyfriend and more predictability in her relationship. In my response, I provide guidance on how to approach this question, including how to reduce the anxiety around the lack of […]
What to Do When He’s Not over His Ex (But He Still Wants to See You)
Today’s article is in response to a question from a reader (via Ask Melissa!) about what to do when you’re deeply involved with someone, maybe even in love with them, but it’s become apparent that they’re not over their ex. In my response, I provide guidance on how to approach this question when you’re already involved […]
How to Get off the Emotional Roller Coaster and Date from a Centered Place
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 […]
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 […]