Hi Dr. NerdLove, I’m a 21 year old girl, and I’ve known I was ace since I was about 17. I’m pretty aromantic as well, though the most accurate label is probably gray demiromantic — I’ve only ever had romantic feelings about two people, both of whom were my close friends. I’m not even sure…
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Was His Girlfriend Cheating On Him With Her Toxic Ex?
Dear Dr. NerdLove: My girlfriend says she was emotionally abused by her ex boyfriend. He had anger and jealousy issues. He would isolate her and dictate the activities they would do together. He would even say hurtful things to her like that she’s not marriage material or that she’ll be alone forever. They dated for…
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Ask Dr. NerdLove: We Had a Passionate Affair. Why Doesn’t He Like Me Anymore?
Dear Dr. NerdLove: I have a problem. My marriage was failing, and I fell in love with our Jiu Jitsu instructor (we’ll call him Ethan). The biggest problem was that I was still married and he was somewhat friendly with my husband (we will call him Rick). But Ethan and I clicked right away. I…
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Ask Dr. NerdLove: Our Friendship Is Ruining His Relationship. Is that My Problem?
Hey Doc, I need some clarity on some judgmental comments a friend said to me. She in essence called me out for being selfish and manipulative after I told her about a weird falling out I had with two friends months ago. My question is: Am I selfish and manipulative just because I chose to…
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Ask Dr. NerdLove: I Missed My Chance. What Do I Do Now?
Dear Dr. NerdLove, It starts about a year ago: I’m snagging some dice for a new campaign at this out of town game and comic shop one afternoon. Another customer catches my eye, ‘cause he’s just wow: working man’s gear, dirty blonde hair with serious scruff and he’s a big boy – solid with some…
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Ask Dr. NerdLove: Is This An Affair?
Hello Doc! I know you normally do dating advice, but I’ve seen you do marriage advice too. I have been married to my husband for 9 years. We have three kids together. Back when he and I were dating, I went to visit him out of town (same town where my parents lived) where he…