Dear Dr. Nerd Love, Thank you for taking the time to read my email. I know you have addressed the issue of “friend zone” (and that it’s not really a thing). I completely understand that. I recently started hanging out with a guy who we instantly connected and started spending time together multiple times a…
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Ask Dr. NerdLove: Why Does The Spark Keep Fading in My Relationships?
Hey Doc, I have a question about relationships, especially the early stages. That dopamine and oxytocin rush, that joy of discovering a new person and getting to know them, the excitement of exploring new bodies and new tastes in bed, the passion and effortless joy of early romance. All great. I love that. And yes,…
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Should I Reach Out To My Ex?
Hi Doctor, This is the author to the “Momma Drama” letter from a couple of years ago, and I want to start by thanking you for your response to my first post. But, here we are, two years down the line, and I have another question about the same woman: namely, should I get back…
Is It A Good Time To Get Back With My Ex?
Dear Dr. NerdLove: First off, I’m really glad you do what you do. I’ve read through some of your material and it’s helped me so far. Now, in order for my question to make sense I have to give some context. I’ll try and shorten this down as much as I can. Met a girl…
Ask Dr. NerdLove: Why Does Sex Ruin My Relationships?
Hi Doc, My question is about forming lasting relationships rather than any initial problems meeting girls. I was seeing this girl recently and initially things went really well – I felt there was a lot of chemistry and compatibility and we got physical very quickly. We had sex a couple of times and it seemed…
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Ask Dr. NerdLove: Is It Time To Leave?
Hey Doc, I’m a big fan of your website. I found it after doing some googling to help make a decision and help my mental state of being with my relationship of over two and a half years. I’m a young, 24 year old guy who is struggling with the decision to break up with…