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- Dear Dr. Romance: the thought of seeing him have sex with other women bothers me a lot - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I am a bipolar woman with emotional problems. These problems seem to manifest most lately with my boyfriend whom I tend to blame for everything. I feel super insecure when we are out and he notices other women. He taught me a lot about sexuality and commented constantly ...
Views: 1731(2 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: why are men in their mid 40s-50s attracted to 20ish girls? - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I was wondering if in any of your books or articles you discuss about why men in their mid 40s-50s might be attracted to 20ish girls. I kind of know the obvious reasons, but being more curious about what that might mean maturity wise etc. Dear Reader: From your ...
Views: 3480(2 votes) - Dr. Romance: 3 Ways to Ruin Your Relationship - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2012 from Tina TessinaTo view the video, click here.) Relationships can be devastated by simple, thoughtless things. Bad behavior will ruin your marriage faster than any temptation from the outside. Tina B. Tessina, PhD, "Dr. Romance" licensed psychotherapist and author points out the worst mistakes to ...
Views: 2393(6 votes) - Intuition or Inner Knowing - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from Tina TessinaWhen I met Richard, my husband, October 10, 1981, he was sitting outside, and the sun was glinting off his red hair, and my whole body and soul said {wow!” Twenty-three years later, we’re still happy. It turned out to be a lasting love at first sight. How did I know? I didn’t. It’s a lovely ...
Views: 1550(5 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: Overwhelmed to the Point I Want Out - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I read some of the things you stated about marriage and why people divorce. I am feeling overwhelmed lately to the point I just want out. I have been married for over 17 years. We have 2 school-age children together. I am in school full time and work full time and still have a ...
Views: 1756(3 votes) - Dr. Romance Happiness Tip: Alone on Valentine's Day? - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Tina TessinaDr Romance’s Happiness Tips Alone on Valentine’s Day? There's no need to mope around. Having a plan that makes you happy is the best way to fend off the blues. Gather your best friends around you and make some special plans to have a wonderful day. Send valentines or ...
Views: 1496(3 votes) - Dr. Romance Video: How Can You Improve Your Sex Life In Marriage? - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance is delighted to be interviewed by Mind Your Body TV via Huffington Post: How Can You Improve Your Sex Life In Marriage? After years together, is there a lack of sex in your marriage? Is this negatively impacting your relationship? Have no fear -- it is easy to ...
Views: 2766(3 votes) - Dr. Romance Video: Improving Relationships between Parents and Stepchildren - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from Tina TessinaTo view video, click here. Ah, the ugly step parent, celebrated and villainized in fairy tales. Do you have to take on the role? "Dr. Romance" licensed psychotherapist and author, says you don't, and shows you how to manage to be the kind of step-parent that causes ...
Views: 2703(6 votes) - HOW TO KEEP YOURSELF OUT OF A VIOLENT RELATIONSHIP - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2013 from Tina TessinaIt’s not always easy to tell which strangers are dangerous, and which are not. Here are some guidelines for protecting yourself and telling the difference. 1. Don’t be alone with a new person too quickly, and don’t go to the other person’s home, or allow him or her in yours, especially if you ...
Views: 1439(3 votes) - Life Lessons - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2013 from Tina TessinaIn this month of giving thanks, I am grateful for the lessons of my life. Perhaps the most important lesson I’ve learned is that a meaningful life is about growing your soul, and it happens slowly, in the process of engaging life. My own soul was battered early, when all the closest people ...
Views: 1551(3 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: I am not sure there's any turning back - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: My wife and I have been married for 5 years. We got married quickly - after only 9 months due to a couple of reasons. We have been fighting fairly regularly for several years -- and I think it comes down to us not having much in common - which I ultimately resent her ...
Views: 1507(4 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: Should a Mother Push Her Daughter to Contact Her Estranged Father? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: If the child has not had a real relationship with her father for many years and does not see him more than 2 times per year, should a mother keep pushing a relationship with the father and child? Will it do more harm than good? Dear Reader: There is no way I ...
Views: 2082(4 votes) - Dr. Romance Happiness Tip: Gentle Persistence - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2013 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: Have you noticed that nagging, whining, complaining, sternly directing, yelling, criticizing and freaking out don’t seem to get you what you want from a partner, family member, friend, colleague or child? In a previous article, “Asking for What You Want” I explained ...
Views: 1587(4 votes) - Dr. Romance Video: Dating Advice Every Single Mom Should Know - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance asks: Are you a single mom? Wondering whether you're too old to be back on the market? Well, wonder no more. Watch the video on YourTango.com Dating Advice Every Single Mom Should Know In this video, author, therapist and YourTango ...
Views: 1944(4 votes) - Dr. Romance Video: How to Propose Marriage - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2012 from Tina TessinaIf video doesn't load, click here OK, guys, you're (gulp) ready to pop the big question. But you've seen those videos of lavish proposals that went wrong. How do you ask her in a way that's got an excellent chance of getting a happy ...
Views: 1798(4 votes) - Dr. Romance Video: Reluctant to Marry Again - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2013 from Tina TessinaTo view the video, click here. Video: Dear Dr. Romance , I'm reluctant to get married again. When a relationship that probably began in hope and joy has ended in failure, grief and pain, It's very understandable to be concerned about repeating an action that was so hurtful. ...
Views: 1549(4 votes) - 3 Tips Single Parents Need To Know - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2013 from Tina TessinaHow To Be a Happier -- and More Successful -- Single Parent Are you a single parent struggling with how to make it all work? Dr. Romance offers three tips to happier single parenting. 1. Be a Grownup. I know you’ve probably had a tough time, but you’re a parent, and your child’s ...
Views: 1631(1 vote) - Are You Remarried? - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2013 from Tina TessinaDon't Let Divorce Muddy Your Marriage - 3 Tips Are you remarried? Are you trying to make this new relationship work. Dr. Romance offers three tips to help this new marriage work better than the first one. 1. Understand your baggage. You both have leftovers from earlier ...
Views: 1612(1 vote) - Better Intimacy, Better Sex - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2014 from Tina TessinaAs a counselor, I get a lot of clients who are worried about intimacy and sex. Romance books are a lovely escape from reality, and can help reduce your stress from daily frustrations. And, you can even learn a few tricks to enhance your relationship. The danger comes in if you ...
Views: 1547(1 vote) - Can You Really Find Love The 2nd Time Around? - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2013 from Tina TessinaIf You're Searching And Can't Find Love, Try This Probably the most prevalent question I'm asked in my counseling practice is “Where is love?” Clients want to know why they can't find a successful life partnership, why a friend or family member won't respond as they would like, even why ...
Views: 1601(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: Can I have a life partner? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I am living alone. I've been told I am sexually week. Can I have a life partner? How long will it take? I need care and protection, and to know what my choices are. How can I be fruitful to society and mankind? Is my life worth ...
Views: 1384(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: Can you program the subconscious? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I saw the articles on your site and I would like to know if you can ´´program´´ the subconscious mind to win a X salary per month, even if the subconscious mind is programmed to attract money. Dear Reader: We have a brain mechanism psychologists call ...
Views: 1551(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: Do I Tell Him I Can't Be His Friend or Let Silence Speak for Itself? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I'm in need of some serious advice, and I hope you can help. I've been in an extremely long distance relationship with someone for the past year and a half off and on. I live in the US, he lives in Central America. I am 6 years older than he is. I'm studying to be a nurse ...
Views: 1452(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: He always calls, and we do the same thing over again. - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I've been with this man over thirty years back and forth. Something always seems to happen and we end up apart again. He endsup getting married and yet though living states apart he always ends up calling and we do the same thing all over again. This time we got closer ...
Views: 1590(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: I am on MAJOR pain pills. - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I am a 49 year old disabed vet, chest injury in pain 24/7. I am on MAJOR pain pills. Have not had sex with wife since one day I pulled her pants down and found a river of a substance that looked like human ejaculate but smelt like beer. Six months later she said it was ...
Views: 1627(4 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: I feel like such a fool - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance I read your article, Gentle Persistence, followed the instrudtions, and got the truth. You were right. You were sooooo right! I've finally come to the realization that the married man I've been having an affair with for almost two years now has been using me. ...
Views: 2490(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: I have never met him and he lives in another country - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2014 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I stumbled upon your article "Don't Make The Same Mistake Twice" while I was searching for advice on dating a divorcee. I can't help but wonder what advice you would give to a girl who has never been married who is currently seeing a divorcee. I ...
Views: 1318(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: I recently discovered numerous women he text messages - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I have just read your article "Keys to a Happy Relationship" and would be greatful for some advice. I havn't been with my partner long. We are both in our twenties and we met a few months ago and already live together because it's the only way we could see ...
Views: 1488(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: I would be honored and privileged if I could end up marrying her. - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2014 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I recently read an article that focused on interfaith couples and their impact on raising children. You were featured in the article and I wanted to reach out to you as a last resort to saving my relationship. My girlfriend and i have been together for three ...
Views: 2379(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: I'm a single mother, and I feel I'm past my prime. - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I'm a 23 year old single mother and believe me when I say my life has been crazy and very rough. I have no relationship with the father of my child. He's pretty much abandoned our four yearl old son after his 1st birthday. He doesn't help out, and blames everything ...
Views: 1783(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: I'm afraid the age difference means our relationship won't work - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance; I read your article about Older Women Dating Younger Men I am dating a man who is 22 yrs, younger than myself. He appeared older and I appeared younger to him. Now I'm afraid the age difference means our relationship won't work. Would you be able to help me with this ...
Views: 1370(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: My Best Friend Is Leading Me On. What Do I Do? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: My best friend is leading me on. What do I do? My best friend has been leading me on for quite a while. We flirt a lot but we still aren't dating. A month ago, we confessed that we liked each other, except he wasn't ready for a relationship. I was okay with that. But now ...
Views: 4132(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: My Parents Are Racists - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I've been in a relationship for almost 2 years with a great person whom I've known for the 5 years I've been in this country. We studied together, were genuine friends before feelings started to develop, and we decided to be together. He and I are from a different ...
Views: 1672(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: My wife is reading romance novels - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance For many many years, i have been the income earner for our 4 kids and my wife while she was home raising the kids. Day in day out I was working sometimes three jobs. I got into a career that took 10-15 hrs per day for the first three years - the money was great and I ...
Views: 7020(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: Now That We're Together, Things Have Changed - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I have been dating this girl for 3 months now but we were talking and going on occasional dates for a good 5 months before we finally made it offical. Now that we are together things have changed. She ignores me when we are around friends and family. When I ask her if she ...
Views: 2133(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: she is in denial and wants to escape the pain - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2014 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: My best girlfriend ever and I dated for about eight months, then had a long distance relationship when she went back to her home country. She just broke up with me over email and she is dating someone from her home city for the last month. I thought we were ...
Views: 1475(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: Should I Give Up on His Love? - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: We'd been really close and intimate. I thought we were going to be in a special relationship soon because he told me we were having something special. No matter how tired he was, he'd had his dinner with me. He got paranoid every time I threatened to stop ...
Views: 1927(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: To this day I am not sure why he became so angry - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr Romance: I hope you will be able to provide me with an insight.I was in a relationship with a man I genuinely loved and wanted future with. Our relationship was lovely to start with but after a few months problems started to emerge: another woman told me he was in a ...
Views: 1834(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: What is the right love to last a lifetime? - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2014 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I am writing this letter to you because I really want to know what is the right love to last a lifetime? I am frustrated right now. How couples especially married, last love into lifetime? I am in love with someone, but I don't know if that person feels the ...
Views: 1461(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: Why Is My Ex Still Calling Me? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I was dating this guy for about two years. During the time that we were together we had some good times and bad. For one he was cheating on me with another girl then we got back together. During that time we worked hard to make the relationship work then I found out that he ...
Views: 4535(1 vote) - Do You Respect The EX? - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2013 from Tina TessinaYou're divorced, but you still see your ex. How do you handle it? Here are three tips to help. 1. Treat your ex as politely as you treat your friends or co-workers. Don’t be as familiar as you used to be. A little less familiarity will generate a little more respect. Say “Hello”, ...
Views: 1791(1 vote) - Don't Make The Same Mistake Twice! - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2013 from Tina TessinaDating Again? Use These Five Tips On Every Date! You’re fresh out of a disaster, and you are terrified of the thought of dating again, but you’re going to try anyway. Good for you! Here are some guidelines to help you avoid repeating old mistakes: 1. Pay Attention! You Have Things to ...
Views: 1646(1 vote) - Dr. Romance Happiness Tip: 11 Things Married Women Want - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2013 from Tina TessinaFor you men who ask, "What Do Women Want?" Here are Dr. Romance's 11 Things Married Women Want: Women value intimacy, safety for themselves and their children, and emotional connection. Therefore, they long for the following qualities in a man: 1. Good ...
Views: 3460(6 votes) - Dr. Romance on Using Social Media to Find Dates - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2013 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: I find that more of my clients are reporting meeting someone new via Social Media sites like Twitter, LInkedIn and Facebook. They are discovering that they can find a good "match" by beginning in an arena where like-minded people already hang out. ...
Views: 1616(1 vote) - Dr. Romance Video: 7 Things to Consider before Moving in Together or Making Financial Commitments - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2012 from Tina Tessina(To view video, click here.) Moving in together is a financial commitment, and so is marriage, so it’s important to consider the tough issues you’ll face as a cohabiting or married couple. Dr. Romance presents seven things you should consider before entwining yourselves financially as well as ...
Views: 1401(1 vote) - Dr. Romance video: Ask Dr. Romance: Should I Start a Family? - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2013 from Tina TessinaClick here for video Many men think it's exciting to be a "serial single guy" but at a certain point, life begins to feel empty. That means it's time to grow up emotionally, and consider making a commitment and building a life with more real satisfaction. The ...
Views: 1436(1 vote) - Dr. Romance Video: on Dating as a Single Parent - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Tina TessinaTo watch the video click here: Dr. Romance's Dating Guidelines for Single Parents As a single parent, you probably have so little free time that dating seems an impossible task. Yet, single parents are dating in unprecedented numbers, so if you’re looking for another “head of ...
Views: 1802(2 votes) - Dr. Romance Video: Resolving Couple Fights over Finances - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2013 from Tina TessinaClick Here for Video Dr. Romance on MONEY TALKS Money talks need to be a part of scheduling weekly meetings - not just for money, but also for catching up with one another. Bills, social planning, long-term goals and working on your relationship are just some of the issues you'll ...
Views: 1690(1 vote) - Dr. Romance: Bored with your Sex Life? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2013 from Tina TessinaPut Spice Back into your Marriage with Tips to Help when the Sex Gets Boring Are you bored with your marital sex life? What can you do about it? Tina B. Tessina, Ph.D, psychotherapist and author of "Money, Sex and Kids: Stop Fighting about the Three Things That Can Ruin Your Marriage (Adams ...
Views: 1633(1 vote) - Dr. Romance: It’s a Dirty Job - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2014 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: Richard and I have been married since 1982 It hasn’t always been easy, but it’s definitely been worth it. In the first year of our marriage, after a difficult struggle between us, I gave my husband a card. On the front it said, "I love you", many times, and inside ...
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