Hello Karen, My boyfriend has a habit that drives me absolutely crazy, and he’s done it for most of the two years that we’ve been together: when an attractive woman walks by, he checks her out. He doesn’t even try to hide it! I mean, I’m right there with him! ...
Do you misunderstand why your man works as much, or as hard, as he does? This week's video will help you have a helpful perspective.
This week's Tasty Tuesday Tidbit is a reminder/caution about going too far in the role of "Mommy" or "Therapist" with your man. Of course you're going to want to (and he will want you to) provide that yummy mothering and nurturing energy at times, but too much of...
Are you being judgmental in your relationship? Do you know why? It's (probably) one of two things: you're afraid, or you cannot accept him. This week's video tip helps you explore this very tough, and painful, situation.
If you're talking, you probably want to be heard, right? Practicing using "you" in a way that works is just plain smart...this week's video offers some help on that path.
Dear Karen, “My husband has been getting friendly with a single woman – she’s one of his customers – and recently went out to lunch with her. He swears nothing is going on between them, but I don’t believe him. I feel like I can’t trust him. How do I get him to...
The need to feel control is very tough on relationships, and is often caused by your fear. Through the control you are seeking safety with your partner, but your controlling ways won't actually provide what you are seeking. This week's video tips should help you ease...
What do you have more practice doing: measuring what isn't "there" yet, or appreciating how far you've come? This week's tip is about the value of getting really good at celebrating what's going well.
We've all been told by that "You are your mother", and for some of us that maybe be a compliment - and for some others that may be the worst insult! But, how you relate to men is ultimately attributable to how your mother related to men, and her mother related to men,...
Hello Karen, I am curious what you think of this: my husband has been asking me for my opinion about something he’s struggling with, and I am feeling like it would be bad to tell him what I think. He’s already feeling badly enough about himself, without my adding to...
If you're like most women, you want a depth of connection with the men in your life. Without being aware of it, you may be doing things that derail that from happening.
For many women, being able to have the kind of love that we long for is unattainable - because the amount of self-love and acceptance needed to receive that love from others isn't there.
This week's video helps women understand what Valentine's Day is like for many men, from a pretty racy perspective. If you are easily offended, don't watch it!
If you want your relationship to provide you with great juice when you need it, make sure you're taking care to keep both of the love tanks filled up.
Dear Karen, I am feeling so frustrated with my boyfriend. We’ve been dating for 5 months, and we are exclusive in the relationship. We see each other mostly every day. The issue is he is not very forthcoming in talking about personal feelings that we have towards...
Just like women prefer to be heard when expressing their feelings, men want to be received and heard as well - without you arguing with their reality, or turning them into an improvement project. Want to create more connection with the men in your life? This week's...
Do you take care of yourself (your body, the way you dress, etc.) in a way that works for you... and your man? In committed relationships, we have made a promise, whether stated or implied, to keep up with ourselves. Check out this video for encouragement!
Dear Karen, I have trouble when men go "into their caves." I don't know how to balance hanging in there with nagging. Any ideas? — Jennifer” Dear Jennifer, You bring up an issue that, in some ways, is at the heart of the "Mars” and “Venus" conversation. For women...
I hope my own childhood story helps you navigate this holiday season so that you're giving - and getting - what matters most.
Expectations...ugh! They are responsible for so many upsetting experiences in our relationships. Check out this video for some new ways to approach your relationship.