He’s desperately, cripplingly lonely… but he also can’t stand meeting or socializing with other people. What is he supposed to do?
emotional trauma
I Was Abused. How Do I Keep My Trauma Out of My Dating Life?
Dear Dr. NerdLove: I’ve been thinking about an idea that appeals to me, and wondering if there are some deeper lessons that can be learned from it. I would appreciate a qualified second opinion on the matter, and so I would like to hear your advice, if that is alright. Background details (to let you…
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Episode #148 — What Can Avatar: The Last Airbender Teach Us About Finding Remption?
It’s very easy to feel like you’re forever going to be defined by your worst decisions or your biggest mistakes. But while you can’t change your past, you can change your future. By examining one of the best redemption arcs in modern media, we can learn how Prince Zuko overcame trauma and earned his redemption… and…
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Learning The (Love) Lessons of End of Evangelion
One of the issues that can make discussing dating and self-improvement difficult is just how abstract some of the ideas we talk about can be. It’s one thing to talk about concepts like the difference between internal or external validation or what being charming looks like in practice. That’s why it can be handy to…
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Ask Dr. NerdLove: How Do I Rebuild My Life
Hey Doc, Here’s the skinny: It feels like time is running out and I’m scared to death of turning thirty. I went to community college and ended up with a couple different degrees that I ultimately didn’t pursue. I was frustrated that I hadn’t found my calling. Instead I looked around for a year, found…
Ask Dr. NerdLove: Why Do Guys Only Want Me For Sex?
Hello Dr. NerdLove, I am at my wits end trying to suss out why men only see me as worthy for sex, and not a relationship. I see you advise many men on being awkward and asperger-y, but if there’s a woman one related to my issues well I’ve missed it. I’d kill for some…
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