My head almost exploded at Arianna Huffington’s Thrive event this past spring. And not out of sheer joy, but utter frustration. It happened when event co-host Mika Brzezinski told us that the day she was fired from CBS, she packed up her things, walked out, and said to herself, “Damn! I’m so glad I didn’t forget to get married and have kids.” ...

What is the real secret to having a happy and loving relationship? When I give you the answer, you will probably be surprised. But first, ask yourself this question: What do happy, satisfied couples have that I don't? You may think that happy, satisfied couples know better how to maintain a strong sense of commitment than you do. Maybe they do,....

1. The one who messages you once a year to say something incredible. Every so often, you’ll wake up to a text or a Facebook message from him, something about how he thought of you last night, or how he wants to see you, or when are you going to be in his city? It will fill you with a sudden whoosh of excitement and hope. But no matter how...

It’s a great time to adopt a pet, and as the proud mother of two Border Terriers, I can attest to just what a great addition a pup-child can be to the family. More than ever, people are adopting dogs; in fact, dog ownership is at it’s highest level in two decades. People choose to become parents for a variety of reasons, including pleasing...

Five suggestions to solve difficult sexual impasses It may seem like we fight over different sexual issues– frequency, quality, involvement, variety, morning or evening time–but it all boils down to one central struggle. We think the struggle is about my way or your way but it’s really about finding “our way.” How can two people with.....

1. It doesn’t mean you’ve lowered your standards because you’re hooking up when what you really want is a relationship. It means you’ve found someone so exceptional you’re willing to take a leap of faith. 2. Hooking up is human. It’s raw. Relationships are tamed, and while that’s what you’re going for, you aren’t mad at being reminded of your...

1. The Guy You Date: Thinks about what you have to offer him. He loves you because you give him your undivided time and attention, you’re attractive, and you share common interests and hobbies like playing tennis or obsessing over Fall Out Boy. He is hoping you will be a good match for him. The Guy You Marry: Thinks about what he has to...

Soul mate must be willing and available to have a relationship with you. If he or she is unavailable this is not your soul mate at the present time. A confusing part of being attracted to unavailable, commitment-phobic people is that the emotional or sexual chemistry can feel so strong. You accept behavior that you’d never tolerate in friends....