One of the key reasons people struggle with dating is: bonding, or building a connection. If connection doesn’t develop automatically and organically, it is still possible and necessary to nurture it. How? By saying and doing those things that trigger the same kinds of reactions that for most people happen naturally. Make it your business […]
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Bullying often leaves someone feeling insecure and unconfident – and this can show up in the dating. If you were a a victim of bullying. If you see that you are overly self-conscious, and feel uncomfortable in your own skin during dating, that could be because something has happened to diminish your self-confidence. You may
How being bullied affects dating. Read More »
Some people may think they are attracted to only a certain look and won’t even consider dating someone who doesn’t have those features. They rationalize their perspective by saying that they can’t control who they find attractive, and why waste both people’s time by meeting. At first glance, that may seem reasonable. But actually, it
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In shidduch dating, both parties come to the table with a clear goal in mind: marriage. However, there is a small percentage of people – we call them “players” – who have a habit of treating dating a bit like a game. They seem resistant to developing a meaningful emotional connection and do not want
Player Syndrome: How dating can be too much about fun. Read More »
Without realizing it, some people are actually looking for opposites in a single person – which may explain why things are not going so well. It is not impossible for those differing traits to exist in one person, but that is quite rare, and often brings its own problems. It is usually wiser to choose
Conflicting and confused priorities. Read More »
If someone is asking this question, they are quite obviously facing a massive dilemma. We are addressing someone who assumes and plans to get married but who is questioning themselves. One possible element of the issue is trying to work out what their sexual preference or orientation really is. Some people are genuinely frightened of
I feel attraction to my own gender, can I get married? Read More »
A good number of people could struggle with the very first dates. They tend to be those who are less adept at social interaction and find the early process of getting to know someone rather difficult. Where the problem is most challenging is for people who are not the most articulate or strong communicators. During
Why the first few dates are so important. Read More »
The five most important traits affecting relationships are: Emotional stability/Low neuroticism – Agitation, anger, irritation, hostility, touchiness, defensiveness Agreeableness – Degree of niceness and friendliness Conscientiousness – Making an effort for the relationship, having determination and not being fickle Openness – Willingness to share, to listen, to be generous Extroversion – How outgoing and loud a person is, how fun-loving
The Five Fundamentals – The factors most important to look for in a spouse. Read More »
The five most important traits affecting relationships are: Emotional stability/Low neuroticism – Agitation, anger, irritation, hostility, touchiness, defensiveness Agreeableness – Degree of niceness and friendliness Conscientiousness – Making an effort for the relationship, having determination and not being fickle Openness – Willingness to share, to listen, to be generous Extroversion – How outgoing and loud a person is, how fun-loving
The Five Fundamentals – The factors most important to look for in a spouse. Read More »
Some people have what is known as an “anxious attachment orientation”, which means that they hold on extra tight to the person they are attached to. They are likely to want to constantly be in contact with their love-interest, want to know exactly where they are all the time, and react poorly when their date
How and why anxiety can get the better of you in dating. Read More »
