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How can I forgive them and move on when they're not even sorry?

Q.   Hi I was hoping you could help me with some advice, insight into my situation as Im desperate. I was in a relationship for five years I adored him, it was very passionate but fought a lot too,I was always afraid he would leave me for someone as h...

A.   11 February 2015: We women have instincts that are really good.It is good that you picked up on their chemistry. Now where you went wrong is that you couldn't trust him.Without trust there is no love.If you cannot trust a person,you do not love them.It IS as simpl... (read in full...)

My obsession is screwing up our friendship!

Q.   I feel so bad and low these days and need help! I really like this friend of mine who puts up in another city. I know there is no future since I have to move abroad, make a career while he is from a very rich background, settled with career and ...

A.   9 December 2014:  I have been where you are before and I still am not sure if I am completely over him. So please don't think of me as judgmental.I am just trying to help someone who seems to be in the same shoes as me. There are many guys who like to be t... (read in full...)

Do I keep being her friend or do I tell her how I really feel?

Q.   For the past 2 years I have been close to my female friend as she dealt with her divorce and some serious health issues. She says she has told me things she has never told anyone else and I felt we were drawing close. During this time she went on ...

A.   9 December 2014: What Ifs in life is such a downer. I would rather hear a harsh No than keep wondering WhatIf. Go on.take the chance.Tell her how you feel. Whatever the answer,it will help you move on and be at peace with yourself. Do keep us posted... (read in full...)

Did he feel something?

Q.   I have been friends with a man for 8 years and now I will be leaving to go elsewhere. I believe there is an attraction between us but we have never really spoken about it and he has never touched me. The other day he asked if we could have a ...

A.   8 December 2014: Let's brainstorm.This is my most favorite part. This guy had 8 years to make his move.There are many reasons he didn't. a)He didn't want to spoil the good friendship he had with you b)He didn't want to lose you as a friend once you ... (read in full...)

I want to tell him I've fallen for him but I'm afraid it will scare him off

Q.   Hi Just hoping to get some outside perspective on my problem so I can make a decision on what I'm going to do. Any advice is appreciated :) Me and this guy have known eachother for almost 6 years. Met when I was 20 I'm now 26. Basically, becaus...

A.   7 December 2014: For most of us women,it is very difficult to separate emotions when we have a sexual relationship.That's why I beg all of my friends not to have casual relationships.Most of the time it ends up in the women having more feelings than the man.The men ... (read in full...)

Why is my affair partner behaving this way?

Q.   It just doesn't make any sense to me because one week she's all affectionate and the following week she's missing in action. It seems as if this behavior pattern has actually gotten worse now that she is officially separated and ironing out the ...

A.   7 December 2014: There is a reason why all of us whether men or women should take a healthy break after a relationship ends.All of us are human.We need time to heal. She is probably feeling a lot guilty because she had the affair when she was married.If she has ... (read in full...)

I yearn for true love, harmony and happiness, again. But how? Is it too much to ask for?

Q.   I miss my ex so much. Me and him broke up almost 10 years ago. We both moved on and I got married, divorced and contacted him, and he got in and out of several relationships, but today he doesn´t seem to be interrested. He was my first real...

A.   4 December 2014: I am sorry I think differently. I would move on.I would never force a guy into rethinking anything. I would rethink what I feel and I would change myself.Its easier to change oneself than change others. I wish you all the best..... (read in full...)

Is the lack of compliments a sign that I'm not attractive to him anymore?

Q.   My husband never compliments me. I have talked to him about it and he now occasionally will but it seems somewhat forced and rare still The other night I dressed up and thought I looked nice . I had a new dress, my hair done , make up and the whol...

A.   4 December 2014: Men are visual creatures.Maybe he liked Halle Berry and the girl looked exactly like Halle.I am just making assumptions here since I was not there. If you give him a choice,he would definitely choose the wife he loves over Berry any day.That... (read in full...)

I yearn for true love, harmony and happiness, again. But how? Is it too much to ask for?

Q.   I miss my ex so much. Me and him broke up almost 10 years ago. We both moved on and I got married, divorced and contacted him, and he got in and out of several relationships, but today he doesn´t seem to be interrested. He was my first real...

A.   27 November 2014: I saw your post and it could actually have been from me.I am very emotional and the thing that hurts me the most is rejection...I want you to read my answer without thinking that it is tough love.Its exactly what I told myself a few months back and ... (read in full...)

Could he really be in love with both of us?

Q.   I had to meet my ex recently (broke up couple months ago - he fell in love with someone else at work). He had something of mine that I needed back. Think I was ready to meet him and glad I did, we chatted for about an hour and he left. During our ...

A.   6 September 2014: I want you to step back from the situation.Mentally take a step back.View the whole scenario like a third person would. Now tell me how you feel.You already mentioned in your post how miserable you are. Is it worth it?Is anyone worth bei... (read in full...)

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