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I have very strong feelings for my son's teacher.

Q.   I've been with my partner for nearly 3 years and I do love him very much but he won't commit, but now I have really strong feelings for my son's teacher. I asked him for a drink he said no but every time I see him he gives me a certain smile and ...

A.   6 May 2009: Just got back here and noticed the latest response. “…but its driving me mad cant get him out my head…” If asking for a way to have this stop driving you mad, I can suggest telling your partner now would be a good time for him to put some roma... (read in full...)

He's financially stressed out and I have higher expectations

Q.   I've just started dating a guy that I've known for about 5 years. I've been mates with his older brother and a family friend for approx 10 years. I'm 2 years older than him, and although I initially had an issue with this I've allowed him to take ...

A.   6 May 2009: I try my best and I’m glad to hear that is sometimes all right. “To make matters worst, the few times we have been intimate I've bleed unexpectedly. Initially he accused me of being on my cycle, however when it happened again he rational... (read in full...)

Told him I loved him, he cut contact, now he's back but just as a friend. What can I do?

Q.   OK I posted a question a while ago about having a fall out with one of my closest friends because I loved them. Unconditionaly and irrevocably. (thanks for the replys) He wants us to be friends again and this is all I've ever wanted after mo...

A.   28 April 2009: Relax, all he needs is a little time. He feels a little funny about things after finding out how you felt about him. It will take while to get used to this, but not too long. ... (read in full...)

My girlfriend's best guy friend trouble

Q.   Hi, I'm new at this sort of thing and I'm not used to talking about my relationship issues but I have been having a lot of trouble lately and I need advice. My primary issue in my relationship is trustworthiness. I know I am an easy going guy a...

A.   28 April 2009: You know I had a couple of good jokes ready for this answer until I got to the “may have to move in with the very same guy who is trying to steal her away” part. Now those jokes would be in bad taste. “Unfortunately she doesn't seem to apprecia... (read in full...)

Really weird love quadrangle...??

Q.   I'm in a really weird love quadrangle... I really, really like this guy who is one of my best friends; we've known each other for about a year, and we get on really well. But he's gay. It's common knowledge that he has a major crush on another...

A.   28 April 2009: Sell the rights to your story to ITV? Seriously the four of you need to agree to just be friends and chill out on the whole romance business. If any of you tries to make a move, it will be like pulling the pin from a hand grenade and dropping... (read in full...)

Will he finally make a move after my final?

Q.   Ok, well there is a long story behind all of this, but I wont get into it all on here. I just finished my first year of college and had a teacher last year, my senior year of high school that, well I guess you can say-we didnt like each other-then ...

A.   28 April 2009: Is he planning to teach in any other high schools? If so dating a former student is likely going to be a red flag for anyone looking to hire him, and if it comes down to a choice between him and another teacher, the school is ALWAYS going to hire ... (read in full...)

She Walks out on our relationship I can't get her off my mind, help!!

Q.   I met this girl back in August 2008, we were flirting for a little while until January, when I finally got her to go out with me, (I never really asked her before then). She said she wanted a relationship and I did too, for the past couple of years ...

A.   28 April 2009: Well, in the old days men like you trying to forget a girl would join the French Foreign Legion. I think this worked, the men DID forget, at least the ones killed in battle. If you are not dying to forget (no pun intended) you can try Plan B: ... (read in full...)

How do I get this boy to like me?

Q.   I'm 19 and have been attracted to a 20 year old guy who is in one of my classes at college since the third week in. I've known we are pretty compatible since the fifth week in. I learned that we went to the same high school together for two years ...

A.   28 April 2009: "I "had" to pull an idiot move and ended up scaring him off in the beginning when I went a little too far by adding him to my MySpace and Facebook and texted him all in the same day" Not an idiot move. My-face and Space-nook are NOT intimate... (read in full...)

Why Doesn't he ask me out?

Q.   There is this guy that I think likes me. He stares at me a lot and when I catch him he looks away really fast. He can't talk to me. His friends even ones I don't know are always whispering and pointing at me when I walk by. And some other things. We ...

A.   28 April 2009: "He stares at me a lot and when I catch him he looks away really fast. He can't talk to me...." He sounds like a teen age boy. "I'm not 100% sure he likes me." True, but you are a lot more sure about this than anything he is sure abou... (read in full...)

In (probably) unrequited love with my best friend

Q.   I have a very good friend, let's call him John. I've known John for many years now, I met him through his sister (let's call her Kate) who I was my roommate in college. Over the past few years, he and I have gotten very close. He tells me nearly ...

A.   27 April 2009: “I also don't want to be just another one of Kate's friends that he dates….I'm not really jealous of her per se, I'm just tired of unfavorable comparisons. While I love John, I don't really care to be a consolation prize.” I would say it would be ... (read in full...)

Should I show him my desires or not?

Q.   I need some help to solve my hesitation please. So this is the case : I am 23, student , about to graduate. About 5 months ago, i met a guy who is 29. He volunteered to teach at my university. He and i had feelings for each other , but we did not ...

A.   27 April 2009: “Now i dont know whether i should continue showing him my desires…” I’m guessing yes, continue, but also talk mostly about other things. “I gave him signs that i want sex after my graduation when he is back. He welcomes that.” No kidding. ... (read in full...)

I have very strong feelings for my son's teacher.

Q.   I've been with my partner for nearly 3 years and I do love him very much but he won't commit, but now I have really strong feelings for my son's teacher. I asked him for a drink he said no but every time I see him he gives me a certain smile and ...

A.   27 April 2009: "I've been with my partner for nearly 3 years and I do love him very much but he won't commit..." Decide what you want/need from your current relationship. Ask your partner what he wants/needs. Tell him your wants/needs and you two should d... (read in full...)

I'm scared that I ruined any chance of us ever being together

Q.   so i met this girl in school about a month ago and we really hit a off quick. We became very tight very fast and within 5 days we had already had a very romantic hookup and we're thinking about becoming a couple. But two days after this, she decided ...

A.   27 April 2009: “What should i do from here?” Live and learn. Remember what you did this time that you did not like and don’t do them next time. Back off a bit from this girl from a while. Try to get to know her better as a casual friend, and have her got ... (read in full...)

I have a massive crush on one of my friends!

Q.   I need some advise. I Have had a HUGE crush on one of my friends since the beginning of last year. I still like him. He doesn't know though. But now i have a crush on someone i met about a week ago. He's amazing! He knows i like him. He said he ...

A.   27 April 2009: Tell him you are upset with the way he acts in school. best of luck.... (read in full...)

He left me, will he ever come back to me?

Q.   Hi all, My boyfriend/fiancé moved out and left me a week ago. He's at home with family now. We met when I was on vacation abroad, he was not. It was love at first sight. After a month of dating, I had to go back home. Surprisingly, our "fling" ...

A.   26 April 2009: “What is going on in his head?” A young man in his early 20’s? Not much in his head. “I am falling apart.” Relax, take a deep breath. If you decide, you can let things fall apart. But you don’t have to. Most young women go through w... (read in full...)

He's financially stressed out and I have higher expectations

Q.   I've just started dating a guy that I've known for about 5 years. I've been mates with his older brother and a family friend for approx 10 years. I'm 2 years older than him, and although I initially had an issue with this I've allowed him to take ...

A.   26 April 2009: Oh, and one last thing. Don't tease him. When he meets your expectations, you meet his.... (read in full...)

What is Tantric sex?

Q.   TANTRIC SEX Hi all! This is my first time on any kind of forum and its feels nice to be here. i'm wondering if any of you out there can tell me what tantric or tantra sex is? embarrasing i know, but i've not got a clue!. thanks ...

A.   26 April 2009: Well, I could tell you some, but I bet Google can tell you more. Basically it is the belief that ritual sex, mostly sexual intercourse, done the same way every time, and usually done for a long time (sometimes without the man orgasm) will lead to ... (read in full...)

He's financially stressed out and I have higher expectations

Q.   I've just started dating a guy that I've known for about 5 years. I've been mates with his older brother and a family friend for approx 10 years. I'm 2 years older than him, and although I initially had an issue with this I've allowed him to take ...

A.   26 April 2009: “How do I express my needs at this point without sounding condescending?” Start by telling him what YOU want to bring to the relationship. Do you think the woman should keep the house, shop, cook? Keep the couple in an active social life? Wh... (read in full...)

What to do about this girl!

Q.   i'm 16 and the girl is almost a year younger. i have known this girl since i started secondary school, for about 5 years now, we're friends nd we talk quite a bit. recently myself nd one of the boys went to the cinema with her and one of her ...

A.   26 April 2009: “…but she liked me better as a friend. what i'm thinking is that i should try and spend more time with her and try and talk to her more.” That’s as good a plan as any. “…i managed to coax my friend into 'interrogating' her as to why she was a... (read in full...)

Advice on barrier method birth control

Q.   I am interested in advice concerning barrier method birth control, namely the sponge or diaphragm. Are they uncomfortable? Do they interfere with enjoyment of sex? Are they difficult to use? If anyone is using them, I would appreciate whatever ...

A.   26 April 2009: Well I can’t answer most of your question, but since no one else has tried in 2 days, I’ll try with a part I think I know about “…we've gotten kind of lazy and lately I've just been letting him pull out on my stomach.” You are also going to get... (read in full...)

Bob & Tom!! Which one??

Q.   I've been in a relatinship for 6 years with a guy (tom)I work with. He loves me very much. We have been living together for about 5 years. 12 years ago, I lived in a different city and was dating a different guy but it wasn't a sane relation...

A.   26 April 2009: Well, I can’t address many aspects of your question but since no one else has answered in 2 days, I will try with the parts of the question I think I understand. First, try watching the movie “Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands” (Dona Flor e Seus Doi... (read in full...)

Two relationships that went bad for no apparent reason??

Q.   i feel like everything is my fault and i i don't know I mean i just came out of 2 really good relationships that went to hell for no apparent reason and im not getting why, am i doing something wrong? i was dating this girl named amber and we were...

A.   26 April 2009: “…im not getting why…i dont get how the hell this happens…” I know the feeling; like you are working in the middle of a field, doing everything you are supposed to and out of nowhere a locomotive appears and runs over you. Get used to it, unle... (read in full...)

Somehow I got pregnant and I'm just not sure what to do!

Q.   I'm 17, and i've just found out i'm pregnant. I really can't understand how, as I was on the pill, and even the doctor said it just doesn't add up. But after not having my bleed after day 21, I knew there must be something wrong, and so took 3 ...

A.   26 April 2009: Great advice listed below. All I can suggest is maybe seeing the movie "Juno", now on DVD. Keep in mind the movie is fiction, and it has a Hollywood happy ending. But hopfuly it can give you a littie inspriation in your difficult time. ... (read in full...)

Are all these obvious signs a sign that he really likes me?

Q.   i really love this boy he lives next door to me. i have already been out with him seceretly and we both loved it but i had to tell people now hes upset and dosent really want to do it again. but he says he might, he allways teases me and he allways ...

A.   25 April 2009: And another thing. I'm sure you do not believe any of the things I said in the last answer. Here is something else for you to not believe; you will shortly find a boy close to your age that will make you forgot all about this ... (read in full...)

Are all these obvious signs a sign that he really likes me?

Q.   i really love this boy he lives next door to me. i have already been out with him seceretly and we both loved it but i had to tell people now hes upset and dosent really want to do it again. but he says he might, he allways teases me and he allways ...

A.   25 April 2009: "he allways teases me" That is what it sounds like. "hes got a girl friend now but i dont care i love him and i would really like to know if he loves me or not." If he has a girl friend, I think we can assume the answer is "not". I'm ... (read in full...)

Does this teacher fancy me?

Q.   i am in love with this teacher at school,and you are probably all thinking its just a crush,no it isnt i have had crushes on teachers before and got over them in about a week.Im confused if he likes me back.He constantly stares at me and we are ...

A.   25 April 2009: "Im confused if he likes me back" I'm sure he likes all his students. And yes you are confused. One day you will be un-confused and will look back at this time and wonder what you were thinking. Until then you should find a boy your own age ... (read in full...)

I have the worst luck with men

Q.   I have the worst luck with men. All my relationships that mattered has been when I don't look and all of a sudden it comes. I get swept off my feet, fall head over heals for the man, never expecting anything from it all in the beginning. It's hard ...

A.   24 April 2009: “…to those of you out there that have been there, what did you do to deal with this?” Well I have not been there, so if you do not want to hear some alternative advice, that you did not ask for, stop reading and go to your next answer. “I have... (read in full...)

Not giving up the "goods" too soon - does this still apply in mid-life?

Q.   This may seem like a strange question, but, curiosity has the best of me. Studies have shown that at certain points in our life, sexual desires are higher than others for both men and women. However, studies have also shown that men appear to want ...

A.   24 April 2009: All animals, even human males in their 50’s, repeat behavior they are rewarded for and stop behavior they are not rewarded for. Use this to you advantage, with the “successive approximations to a goal” approach. He takes you out, shows you a good ... (read in full...)

I discovered he lied and used me, I'm afraid he will leave me alone with our child, any advice?

Q.   I started dating a 25 year old guy. He was really sweet. We spent almost every day with each other. I even introduced him to my son. He explained to me that his ex girlfriend had robbed him and denied him the right to see his child. I saw that it ...

A.   24 April 2009: “When i broke up with him, he told me that he was going to leave the state and move in with his other child. Totally forgetting our child. I've been there when he was broke. Now he's getting ahead financially and I'm not. He promised to help me. Now ... (read in full...)

He's financially stressed out and I have higher expectations

Q.   I've just started dating a guy that I've known for about 5 years. I've been mates with his older brother and a family friend for approx 10 years. I'm 2 years older than him, and although I initially had an issue with this I've allowed him to take ...

A.   24 April 2009: “I really want this to be a successful relationship….However things are financially difficult for him at the moment being that he was recently made redundant” This seems to be your only sticking point, correct? If so, any idea how long until he... (read in full...)

Is there anything you can recommend that I can do that is not going to cause me problems down the road?

Q.   I'm a guy in my late 40's and I have feelings for a girl who is 30 years old. I am training her and as a result we meet up a couple of times a week. I know that she likes me and we get on brilliant together but because of my professional sit...

A.   24 April 2009: Are you going to be her supervisor/boss after you train her? If not I don’t think there is any ethical, moral or legal barriers. I don’t think the age difference is a problem either. If you end up going out and working in the same location, it ... (read in full...)

I'm too naive and I always seem to make myself to vulnerable to guys

Q.   I had and on and off relationship for about 5 years. It started when we were quite young, so it was nothing too serious and neither were our arguments. But as it went on, just him breaking up with me and getting back with me when he felt like it. i ...

A.   24 April 2009: “ i just feel so alone in this..” Everyone starts out naive. The process you have been and are going through is how everyone loses their naivety. Plus these relationships and friendships you are talking about? They are with teen age boys, w... (read in full...)

2 months, no luck. I obviously don't know how to act around women. What can I do?

Q.   Hi, I've been going out on the town for about 2 months now. I've tried hard to go out and enjoy myself on a night without looking to find a girl. It's been pretty easy, but so far I haven't had any success. My friends only really go to clubs and ...

A.   24 April 2009: “I don't know how to act in order to so much as start interaction! What can I do?“ You can practice with women whom you are not trying to pick up. Start with women who are expecting you to talk with them. Like co-workers, waitresses or s... (read in full...)

My husband watches porn over me

Q.   I don't know what to do anymore. My husband and I met about 4 1/2 years ago. At first it was all roses and sunny days. But after the first year he started wanting other women. I almost left me when I was pregnant because he was bored with me ...

A.   24 April 2009: Let me try this again, with better spelling. It is clear your husband does not value you nor your marriage. He may be treating you extra bad to get you to leave, rather than him leaving. If so he may have several reasons, like he is simply t... (read in full...)

I really can't get over him...help!

Q.   So there's this guy I've know sine I was 4, really close friend, looked out for me, talked to each other about problems and he was really sweet and cute. afew years ago I found out that I kinda liked him...I didn't tell anyone coz I thought it was...

A.   24 April 2009: "He doesn't talk to me much now and kinda treats different and it makes me feel really depressed that I might have lost him as a friend I cry allot and still can't get over him... what do I do?" Well, for a few years, you cry a lot. I'm not tryi... (read in full...)

Should I get things straightened out and tell him I like him?

Q.   I can't get him out of my mind! The whole staring thing just won't let me. Right. Sorry about that. I needed to vent. Anyway, there's this guy at school, and I like a lot. My friends often thought that we were 'together' because of the way we...

A.   24 April 2009: "So basically, how do I tell him that I like him and, most importantly, should I even tell him?" Well, I don't understand anything in your post except the part I quoted above. Considering I'm older than your grandfathers, I think I'm shooting... (read in full...)

Can anyone tell me if this is over?

Q.   so what can i say, im a little confused and im pretty sure its over but i just want to hear others opinions on this matter, as it is rather confusing and frustrating. So ive been in a long distance relationship for a while now, everything was f...

A.   24 April 2009: "...she wont speak to me, she hasnt mentioned anything about breaking up she said she just needs time..." My guess (only a guess) is she is shopping around for her new guy, and she won't tell you it is over until she finds her new one. By keepi... (read in full...)

My husband watches porn over me

Q.   I don't know what to do anymore. My husband and I met about 4 1/2 years ago. At first it was all roses and sunny days. But after the first year he started wanting other women. I almost left me when I was pregnant because he was bored with me ...

A.   24 April 2009: Talk to a divoice lawyer before leaving. you need to get him to be respodible to your child. ... (read in full...)

Damage from dry humping...

Q.   My girlfriend and I are both virgins and recently were dry humping. It lasted quite a while, longer than we've ever gone before. The next morning, she had vaginal tearing and would bleed when she went to the restroom. Is it possible that we ...

A.   23 April 2009: All weomen lose their hymen sooner or later, no big deal how, if that is what it is. if not better tomorrow, see a medical professional. ... (read in full...)

Damage from dry humping...

Q.   My girlfriend and I are both virgins and recently were dry humping. It lasted quite a while, longer than we've ever gone before. The next morning, she had vaginal tearing and would bleed when she went to the restroom. Is it possible that we ...

A.   23 April 2009: Google "hymen" ... (read in full...)

How can an inexperienced virgin, fearful of relationships, learn to be a great sexual lover?

Q.   ...I M a 38 year Caucasian old heterosexual male completely inexperienced with relationships. Not only a virgin, I have never been been in a relationship or even DATE depending on the definition of 'date'? Significantly introverted, in ...

A.   23 April 2009: OK first I did not read all the posts here, but I’m going to leap without looking anyway and say: theArtistformerlyknownasChris? You have put enough effort into typing your questions/situation on this site. You need to redirect that energy t... (read in full...)

How can I encourage my wife to enjoy sex more?

Q.   How can i get my wife to have a craving for sex with me? I realy love her but she doesnt want to give me anything. The sex is great when she eventualy gives me sex. She also never start the foreplay. What can i do?...

A.   23 April 2009: 1. Talk to her about what interests her now-a-days, and LISTEN to her. Cannot stress this enough; listen to her a lot. 2. Those things you used to do while dating? Do them again. 3. Find a new, different way each day to tell her how beautifu... (read in full...)

Infatuated with my married boss when I have a boyfriend too!

Q.   I am 19 years old and I have a boyfriend of three years now. I just did something I am not proud of at all, but at the same time I can not stoping thinking about it... I committed into someone's affair! He is my manager-38 years old--3 children.. ...

A.   23 April 2009: Do you want to be powerless and exploited by your boss? Only to have him kick you out of his bed and lay you off when he tires of you and finds another 19 year old employee to take advantage of? If so stay at your current job. Other... (read in full...)

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