Dear Melissa, My friend says his life is a mess after his high profile divorce. His divorce was finalized 9 months ago, and he has full custody of his kids. He is an amazing father, brother, son, and friend. We care for each other and are definitely attracted to the other. We have even kissed […]
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We Argue All the Time. Should I Continue in This Relationship?
Dear Melissa, I’ve been dating a divorced man for almost 5 years. He has a son. We are now having problems with almost everything we talk about. I’ve been dating a divorced man for almost 5 years. He has a son. We are now having problems with almost everything we talk about. My boyfriend isn’t […]
Should I Tell Him I Want a Real Relationship?
Dear Melissa, Should I go ahead and ask this man to be in a relationship with me? He is divorced 5 years. He pursued me but I guess he got scared and retreated but I was already hooked. We continued to get close but I could feel him pushing away or not being as forthcoming […]
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 […]
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 […]