by David Nichels | Nov 12, 2020 | Relationship Counselling
Realising that a crush does not share your feelings can hurt, even when you were never in a relationship. You may be disappointed about the person, the possibilities you imagined or the awkwardness of seeing them again. Their answer does not measure your worth, and...
by David Nichels | Oct 31, 2020 | Relationship Counselling
In some non-monogamous dating contexts, “unicorn” refers to a person interested in dating or being intimate with an existing couple. The label can make it easy to overlook that person’s wishes, relationships and right to change their mind. Ask how someone wants...
by David Nichels | Oct 25, 2020 | Relationship Counselling
After a painful breakup or a run of disappointing dates, you may feel tired of hoping for a relationship. You might want a short break, a different approach to dating or a life that does not centre on romance. You can take those feelings seriously without deciding...
by David Nichels | Oct 17, 2020 | Relationship Counselling
Developing romantic feelings for a friend can be exciting and unsettling. You may value the friendship, wonder whether the attraction is mutual and worry about what a conversation could change. There is no sequence of signs that can settle those questions for both of...
by David Nichels | Oct 7, 2020 | Relationship Counselling
When someone ends a relationship, you may still love them, miss the life you shared or hope they will reconsider. Those feelings can exist alongside a clear decision to stop pursuing a partnership that the other person no longer wants. Moving forward does not mean...
by David Nichels | Sep 26, 2020 | Relationship Counselling
Wanting a committed relationship while your partner wants something different can leave you waiting for the next conversation, invitation or promise. You may care about each other and still disagree about exclusivity, future plans or how much of your lives to share....
by David Nichels | Sep 23, 2020 | Relationship Counselling
If you want to date a man who treats you well, “a good man” is a starting idea rather than a complete description. Think about the relationship you want: how you would spend time together, discuss differences and respect each other’s choices. Attraction matters, but...
by David Nichels | Sep 17, 2020 | Relationship Counselling
When you like a friend, small interactions can begin to feel full of clues. A long conversation, a casual invitation or a change in how often they text may leave you wondering whether there is romantic interest. Those moments rarely give a complete answer. You can...
by David Nichels | Sep 13, 2020 | Relationship Counselling
It can hurt when you hope for romance and a friend wants friendship. You may look back at messages, compliments or time spent together, wondering whether you misunderstood. Friendly warmth can matter deeply without being an invitation to date. You do not need a theory...
by David Nichels | Sep 2, 2020 | Relationship Counselling
Feeling unloved can mean missing conversation, affection, consideration or practical support. You might feel overlooked by a partner, distant from a friend or alone despite being surrounded by people. The feeling deserves attention, even when its cause is unclear....
