I Spend A Lot of Time Worrying About Losing Lovers Out of the Blue… But That Doesn’t Happen to Me
I’ve had to come to terms with the reality that I have been taking the wrong advice in one arena.
breakups
The Difference Between Actively & Passively Closing a Relationship
One major thing I’ve learned is that there’s a huge difference between actively and passively closing a relationship. Of the two, active closings typically cause a lot more collateral damage.
I Can’t Believe I’m Saying This, But Good Relationships Can Have Problems
I can’t believe I’m saying this, but good relationships can have problems.
“Well, duh, Page,” some of you might be saying. “Why are you devoting an article to this? Isn’t this common sense?”
You would think, I suppose. But no.
Identity Confusion Drives People to Get Back With Their Exes
Turns out that there’s another way that breaking up with someone can really throw us for a loop: It can result in identity confusion.
That Moment When You Can Go Back to Stuff That Was “Theirs”
“It just occurred to me that I’ll never be able to watch that show again. That one character reminds me too much of him, and it’s just going to make me sad,” she confesses to me. “I can’t listen to our song. Forget about going back to that restaurant — our place. Our favorite place. So many things are ruined by everything going to hell with him, y’know?”
I Want a Love That Lets Me Stay Clear Eyed
I want a love that lets me stay clear eyed. One that lets me hold onto my identity. And stay grounded to the truth.
Shouldn’t It Be Enough That I Didn’t Like Who I Was When I Was With You?
Before we begin, let me say something that doesn’t get said enough: You don’t need a reason to end a relationship. People act like the… Read More »Shouldn’t It Be Enough That I Didn’t Like Who I Was When I Was With You?
Breakup Sex Seems to Be a Better Experience for Men Than Women
You know… I’ve done it. I’ve had breakup sex. It was just the one time, actually. I was lonely — went to hang out with… Read More »Breakup Sex Seems to Be a Better Experience for Men Than Women
Why I Never Argue With Someone When They Break Up With Me
Okay, here’s the deal. If someone wants to break up with me, I say “okay.” I accept it. I might ask why if I’m curious.… Read More »Why I Never Argue With Someone When They Break Up With Me
“Can People Have Good Friendships With Exes? Am I Just Tormenting Myself By Trying?”
Hi Page, My wife and I have been together for many years. We opened our relationship years ago, but until recently it had been primarily… Read More »“Can People Have Good Friendships With Exes? Am I Just Tormenting Myself By Trying?”
