Q: When my boyfriend’s with me he acts one way, but when we’re with his friends, he turns into a macho version of himself. What gives?

Usually this is the social pressure that requires men to act like ‘Men’. In many cultures if you are caring, sensitive and attentive to your partner’s needs and wants you will be seen as needy. Usually men with lower self-esteem who need the acceptance and approval of others have a stronger pattern of behavior change [...]

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Q: I just met a wonderful guy, but I’m worried that my family disapprove because he’s out of our religion. Should I even bother pursuing the relationship or cut him loose?

I will answer your question in the context of two major types of categories that have been described in modern societies: Individualist and Collective. Religious families usually are tide in with a large circle of community members whose approval of the family and its members is crucial for the happiness of that family. In your [...]

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Informed Decision

I believe everyone has to have access to the knowledge necessary to make insightful decisions. After that I respect any decision you make.

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Q: Why do I always find myself into guys who are emotionally unavailable? What am I doing wrong?

First of all, there is no wrong or right when it comes to people’s preferences and desired partners. As long as it works for you, then you don’t need to worry about anything. Having said that, I am assuming you are concerned about your preferences because you wrote to me! If that is the case [...]

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