Hey there Doc, My trouble is that I don’t know how to go about dating because I don’t understand how to get to know potential partners and have them be positive towards me as well. Little introduction to me: I’m 25 years old, Never had a relationship or even things like a first kiss, finished…
Archives for February 2022
Why Shouldn’t I Just Hit On Random Women?
Hello Doc, One thing that’s very common is telling men they should warm approach, by meeting women through activity groups and hobby groups. But there’s so many caveats to that, like men can’t go to them just to meet women. Also, they can’t make a move on a woman too early into doing the activity,…
Am I Betraying My Ex By Dating Someone New?
Doctor’s Note: today’s second letter deals with diet and weight loss. Hi Doc! I’m in quite a pickle. So, I and my boyfriend of three years broke up a few months ago. Long story short, I was miserable for MONTHS and finally worked up the courage to pull the trigger and end things. Needless to…
How Do I Tell Someone I Don’t Want To Be Friends?
Hi Doc- This isn’t concerning dating, but I think you could offer some perspective. I (a man) have an acquaintance who is pushing pretty hard to become more than that, let’s call him Jerry, who I know because we attend the same religious service. Our relationship there hasn’t been deep – say hi, what’s new,…
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This Is Why Dating Sucks for Everyone (and How To Fix It)
Over the last couple of weeks, the Internet has been alive with the sounds of Discourse as multiple videos, TikToks, and columns have covered the latest Worst People In The World who are making dating a misery for everyone. Whether it’s been the hosts of PUA podcast Fresh ‘n Fit losing their minds after getting…
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How To Protect Yourself From a Broken Heart
Doctor’s Note: this column was originally published on 9/18/17 It’s not a stretch to say that dating is something of a contact sport. Signing up for it means that you’re accepting that you might get hurt. Opening yourself up to people means being willing to risk a broken heart. No matter how carefully you plan…