Dating after 40 and Beyond

What Shoehorns and Bad Dates Have in Common

Here’s an admission: there is no “right” or “wrong” when it comes to giving women advice about dating and relationships with men.  There.  I said it.  We all know it’s not a science. But those… Read more

Your Ideal Man: Designed Especially for You by Cosmo and Mom

I started someone on a new exercise today, and realized that her work is work we all should be doing. She’s losing respect for her husband because he’s not making enough money to support them… Read more

Looking for a Relationship: Stop Being So Damn Scared of Your Fabulous Self

I believe this statement is generally true: Women can twist themselves like a pretzel to please a man and persuade him to adore her. My friend Pegi reminded me of this the other day. While… Read more

Time to Meet Your Grownup Man: Step 3

H-E-L-L-O! Are you still with me? I know this is a bit instructional and maybe not all that fun. But trust me: This exercise is an absolute must! You have to be clear on the… Read more

Time to Meet Your Grownup Man: Step 2

Before you can recognize your Mr. I Love You — the man who is good for you and makes you feel the way you want and deserve to feel — you have to be in… Read more

Time to Meet Your Grownup Man: Step 1

In the past week I’ve talked to three fabulous women about how the men they’re meeting lack the qualities they want in a mate. Turns out none of them have ever devoted time to getting… Read more

Romantic Getaway: Cancun, Mexico, Isla Mujeres

I know…I’ve been neglecting my blogging duties. But when you see where I’ve been, you’ll completely understand. For the past week Larry and I have been hiding out on an island off the coast of… Read more

Busting the Myth: There Are No Good Men Out There

This week seems to be the week of cynicism. Is the moon in some funky position or something? I’ve talked with so many of you who have expressed the feeling of sadness and defeat around… Read more

Online Dating Advice: Why You Should Make Your Wish Out Loud

I had to share this story. It’s absolutely true. It’s about a courageous grown-up woman who confessed her secret wish, did a little work, and then had her wish come true. My client Pamela is… Read more

Online Dating over 40: It’s Not Your Height: It’s Just…You

An Online Dating over 40 Scenario I had a great four-hour lunch with my friend Jan this weekend. Among other things, we talked about her love life. She’s been doing online dating for quite some… Read more