I discovered gold when I stumbled upon this perfect rejection line.
Dating is stressful when you unexpectedly receive an unwanted invitation for a date. How can you respond:
1) with the truth?
2) with a kind and respectful rejection?
3) so you don’t have to reveal your life story?
It’s hard for me to lie. [...]
The Issue: Sexual Chemistry as the Dealbreaker.
You have been close friends for a long time and love each other. But now he wants it all, sex and a serious relationship with you. Having him as your partner would be perfect. You can see yourself living your life with him … except [...]
The Issue:
You recently met and became quick friends. Soon thereafter, the flirting started… and not by you. At first you laughed it off, but now it happens a lot. Clearly, he wants to cross the platonic line but sex with him is not interesting to you. It’s time to tell [...]
The Issue:
You like this person. You want more but sense the feeling is not mutual.
You spend more time feeling anxious rather than happy about the relationship. Maintain your integrity. It’s time to communicate your feelings, knowing this conversation could likely end the relationship.
Don’t lose yourself in hard work [...]
The Issue:
You have been out a few times and you like this person. Unfortunately, the romantic spark isn’t there for you. But, you like the idea of becoming friends.
The Opener:
“I am glad to be spending time with you. I like the easy connection we have. And,”
Get In It [...]
The “We Need to Talk” division of A Sound Match helps you manage your dates, significant others and all kinds of personal relationships with practical tips and advice.
The “How To Say It” Series suggests how to calmly start a difficult conversation and walk away feeling relieved.
Intimidated by an upcoming talk?
Make your approach, armed [...]
Without exception, every breakup story I hear has to do with a breakdown in communication.
A while back I wrote a post urging couples to supervise their relationships. Have scheduled talks that I call “The Huong Phat.”
While this concept freaks out most every man I know, my response is “so what?” [...]
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By Lynne | Published:
March 24, 2009
Ask me anything, if you do not understand me. I’ll try my best to be clear and honest with you.
Why is it so hard for you to return the favor so that I can get clarity about what’s going on between us?
Do not give me hints. Do not force me to decode the [...]
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By admini | Published:
October 29, 2008
The Realtionship Issue: How long do you stay in a new relationship before pulling the plug?
Almost worse than being in a bad relationship is being in an okay relationship that’s enjoyable-enough but deep down you know this person is not the love of your life. How long do you give it before admitting that [...]
By admini | Published:
June 7, 2008
Mitch was a mess. His girlfriend of two years broke up with him a few days after he proposed to her. He was clueless that his proposal didn’t have a fighting chance. Why did he think proposing marriage was timely while she had one foot out the door?
By the time he asked her, she [...]
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