Doctor’s Note: this column includes discussion of self-harm Hi Doc, I don’t know how to explain this, so I’ll give some background. I’m a 25 guy who never kissed a girl or held hands and so on. I’ve been rejected all my life and in many mean ways, always being told I was too ugly,…
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How Do I Friend Zone Someone Without Being a Jerk?
Hey Doc, I’m the type of guy that never really prioritized relationships in high school or college. I was also focused on career, school, and my health. As a result, I never really had any relationship experience, or any experience with women, and, to be honest, I’m just a typical socially awkward nerd (and proud)….
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I Don’t Know How To Help My Husband With His Mental Illness
Hi DNL, I am writing to you about my husband, who is dealing with some serious mental health challenges. I don’t really feel like I have anyone else to talk to about this, because everyone I know is going through equally stressful problems. Some background, my husband and I have been married for 3 years….
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I Don’t Know How To Get Over My Ex
Dear Dr. NerdLove, I can’t move on from my ex. Or, really, I don’t want to move on. I’m still in love with her and I feel like we can make things work somehow—even though we’re not speaking at the moment. The story: At the beginning of 2020, I separated from my wife of two…
Is It Too Late To Save My Marriage?
Hey Dr. NerdLove, Longtime reader. I absolutely love your advice. Thank you for everything you’ve done for people, including myself. I’ve never written in but your articles have helped me through a lot. But now I need something more specific. I don’t think I’ve seen this yet. Here we go. I am a 29 year…
My Friend Is In An Abusive Relationship. How Can I Help Her?
Doctor’s Note: today’s letter includes discussions and descriptions of emotional and verbal abuse. Hi Doctor! I’m not sure if this is the kind of question to take on, because it’s not about me specifically, but about my brother (30) and his girlfriend (29). They’ve been in a relationship for about five years and to be…
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