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Archived questions from: July, 2018 (see latest questions)

Dear Cupid: Relationship help and advice

My family says I’m limiting myself by not going out as friends?

This question has 9 answers - newest was posted 2333 days ago

31 July 2018 (F)

age 30-35 - I have a bf, but I don't limit my social interactions just because I'm in a relationship. The other day a single guy asked me to a concert, just me and him. I see him when I gather w/family friends about once a year or so. Otherwise I rarely if ever see him and I have never ... (119 words)

I need advice on makeup and blocking negative comments from my dad!

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 2333 days ago

31 July 2018 (F)

age 26-29 - ive always liked to do my hair and makeup in different ways as it helps in my confidence and sometimes I think I do it quite nice other times I think it doesn't look so nice . I really envy people who can do there eye makeup really good I try to get inspiration from this and ... (260 words)

How do you swim through the dating pool?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 2335 days ago

31 July 2018 (F)

age 36-40 - How do you swim through the dating pool? I am a 32 year old female - I am not religious but rather building my faith through spirituality. I have been single for two years. Not to sound vain but I do get picked up by guys ( the wrong ones) so if I wanted to have sex I guess... (273 words)

I was insensitive and hurt my g/f. She broke up with me and I don't know how to make it up to her

This question has 20 answers - newest was posted 2331 days ago

31 July 2018 (M)

age 26-29 - My ex broke up with me yesterday. She was my first relationship after 4 years. I was her first boyfriend. Weve been together for 3 months and in that time span ive already made her cry 5 times.She's such a sweet and pure girl. She gave me all her firsts and she even shared ... (391 words)

My wife is 35 but needs to grow up. I don't know how to get through to her

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 2325 days ago

31 July 2018 (M)

- So my wife and I have been married 8 years. I love my wife and we have a 4 year old together. Currently we are trying to buy a home. Most things are pretty good. She is someone who craves people to talk to and she gets that with a few friends from church as well as the church ... (318 words)

Should I even try to stay in touch? or just let things end?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 2335 days ago

30 July 2018 (F)

age 26-29 - it was nearly a year ago when I started talking to someone who told me he fancied me but I didn't feel the same way but still spent time with him, I have nearly been speaking to him for a year and a few days ago was the first time he's ignored a few of my messages none of them ... (312 words)

Girlfriend & I had our first real argument. She doesn't want to let it go. How do I approach this?

This question has 9 answers - newest was posted 2329 days ago

30 July 2018 (M)

age 30-35 - Hi Guys, I’ll keep this as short as possible. Basically had a bit of a disagreement with my GF of almost a year yesterday. We went to a supermarket to grab some things and she asked if we should swing by a McDonald’s on the way back. I said yeah as I was hungry. We fini... (578 words)

How do you get comfortable giving oral sex?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 2333 days ago

30 July 2018 (F) age 30-35 - Sorry for the rather graphic sex details but I just don't know what to do. Recently started dating for the first time and have started being intimate together these past couple months (also a first). Technically we've "had sex" but it's mostly just fooling around because I... (610 words)

I rejected my ideal guy years ago, and now he's with someone else and it's driving me crazy. Help!

This question has 10 answers - newest was posted 2331 days ago

30 July 2018 (F)

age 36-40 - Hey, I'm writing this partly to get it off my chest and partly because I need to change something about this situation, even if it's just my way of thinking about it. 5 years ago I was single, much more stupid than I am now, and met a brilliant guy (let's call him Be... (771 words)

My ex alienated me from my friends but I'd like to re-establish contact with them but how?

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 2335 days ago

30 July 2018 (F)

age 36-40 - Ok so as a bit of background, I was in a relationship for almost 6 years that ended a couple of years ago now. The relationship was a controlling one, and without going into too much detail, he basically manipulated me into giving up many of my friends whilst we were together. ... (431 words)

When is it appropriate to tell a date that I don't want kids?

This question has 8 answers - newest was posted 2333 days ago

29 July 2018 (F)

age 30-35 - I'm a 25 year old woman. Have never had the desire to have children and while I know people change over time, I think I may never want kids. This issue makes it a bit harder for me because I noticed most people want kids, while the minority of people like me has to sift through ... (248 words)

Should I go away for a week or less with my friend?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 2336 days ago

29 July 2018 (F)

age 26-29 - I'm unsure of whether to go away for a week or less with my friend ,it will be in a few days ,as I'm trying to make my student loan last as best as I can until end of September time when I start college again . other reasons why im unsure are ive never been away from home ... (269 words)

What does this type of hug mean?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 2336 days ago

29 July 2018 (F)

age 26-29 - I was getting ready to leave my friend's house when I asked him for a hug. He accepted by stretching his arms out towards me, inviting me in. At first, he had his hands on my upper back. Then, after a few seconds, he decided to lower them down to my waist. Our bodies were ... (112 words)

He’s unreachable every weekend!

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 2336 days ago

29 July 2018 (F)

age 36-40 - Hey guys, I’m really upset right now and I’d appreciate some help. I’ve been with this guy for about 7 years. We met in college and I moved to the states in 2015, pregnant with his child. I admit he made sure to keep in touch with me as much as possible and I felt supported a... (345 words)

A minor bump in the road is my parents! How to convince them to let me send him off?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 2334 days ago

29 July 2018 (F)

age 22-25 - Hi all :) Currently I’m seeing a guy who will be moving to the US very soon to complete his education. My parents are aware that I’ve been seeing him and going out with him. (I need to let them know because I’m currently living at home for the summer before my second year o... (255 words)

My relationship was perfect for 4 years, now its constant drama? I blame TV. What should I do?

This question has 8 answers - newest was posted 2327 days ago

29 July 2018 (M)

age 30-35 - I feel like Im a very simple creature. I just want sex, food, affection, and some nice things said to me every once in a while. My gf, she's more complicated. I literally don't know what she wants. One moment she's happy, the next she's sad, and most of the time I don't know ... (985 words)

I had sex with my best friend now I want to be his girlfriend!

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 2233 days ago

29 July 2018 (F)

age 26-29 - So I have been best friends with an American man for about 12.5 years now, we met online and started as penpals , we have emailed nearly every day for 12 years and always ring each other and there for each other if we were going through a tough time break ups etc and met each ... (1264 words)

How to tell and convince my parents that I don’t want to get married?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 2334 days ago

29 July 2018 (F)

age 26-29 - I am from India. Female aged 23 and financially stable. I was in relationship with a guy for 6 years . He broke up all of sudden last year . He didn't give me closure or any upfront reason. It was painful and I had no choice but to move on. I won't say it does not matter ... (154 words)

Not sure what to do as I am in a long term relationship but developed feelings for another!

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 2332 days ago

29 July 2018 (M)

age 36-40 - Hey Dear Cupid, I am confused and conflicted. I am in a long term relationship and have developed feelings for a work colleague. This is my first crush in a long time and this colleague is definitely my type, introverted, intelligent and beautiful! There are other reasons as... (178 words)

Are my parents right to punish me with a prison type punishment ?

This question has 16 answers - newest was posted 2337 days ago

29 July 2018 (F)

age 18-21 - IS IT RIGHT THAT MY PARENTS HAVE PUT ME IN PRISON ? AND ARE THEY BEING MEAN FOR NOT LETTING ME GO OUT INTO OUR GARDEN ? I got caught shoplifting, my parents said they don't want to see me go to jail, so are punishing me severely, they have sentenced me to 2 weeks i... (192 words)

I’m not sure what to do about these feelings I’ve developed for her! What do I do?

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 2335 days ago

29 July 2018 (M)

age 26-29 - Sorry in advance for the novel. I (21M) started getting really close to my supervisor (24F) at work last summer. As we worked together more and more, she would flirt a little, and I would just act casual. I even remember one instance where she leaned against my arm and put her ... (397 words)

He ghosted me after we had sex, how do I move on?

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 2336 days ago

29 July 2018 (F)

age 22-25 - I have a bit of an issue. I met this guy about 4 - 5 years ago. We connected instantly, spoke daily and he went out of his way to talk to me. 4 or 5 years into this friendship, feeling developed. We spoke more and more and even met up a few times. He went on and on talk... (278 words)

Many health issues. Only ever had one friend. Not ready to date again yet. Need suggestions for free online friendship sites?

This question has 8 answers - newest was posted 2334 days ago

29 July 2018 (F)

age 26-29 - Hello and thank you in advance. Question: do you have any suggestions of free (but decent) online websites that are for friendship and dating, rather than just dating? Background: I have a long history of physical and mental health issues that are managed with medic... (1064 words)

Why are some women adamantly against their husband/boyfriends looking at porn?

This question has 14 answers - newest was posted 2337 days ago

28 July 2018 (M)

age - I'm just a bit curious. It seems that to some women the worst sin a man can commit is looking at porn and I don't get it. They are just images on a screen of women he most likely will never meet or ever have a chance with. The chances of him actually cheating with ... (82 words)

Was it inappropriate or okay where I touched a celebrity when I took a picture with him?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 2324 days ago

28 July 2018 (F)

age 26-29 - Weird question here, but I’ve been pondering over it. I met a really famous actor at a premiere and I asked his assistant to take a picture of me and the celebrity. I travelled to another country just to meet this celebrity so obviously I was delighted to get a picture with ... (146 words)

Any good tips on moving on?

This question has 8 answers - newest was posted 2336 days ago

28 July 2018 (F)

age 30-35 - Me and my boyfriend broke up about 2 months ago now and I still think about it every single day. It ended really badly where I knew there were issues I was willing to work on and he wasn't ready to take any blame on his side. He was happy to say it was all down to my apparent ... (299 words)

Lack of sex has made me cheat on my partner. Do I just leave him?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 2338 days ago

28 July 2018 (F)

age 51-59 - Hi My partner of 6 yrs does not have sex with me at all. He says he just can't be arsed and does not have any interest in sex. I have lived like this for 5 yrs with him. I the first yr he rarely did have sex with me. We are 50 and 51. I have started seeing other men on lin... (154 words)

Why is it no matter how good, true and honest you are, there are still people who don’t see it?

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 2338 days ago

28 July 2018 (F)

age 41-50 - Why is it no matter how good you are and how true and honest you are there are still people who don’t see it. The older I get the more I realize what is right and wrong and I realize what I deserve in life and what I should allow in a relationship especially since I have ... (202 words)

Are cheaters ever unhappy? They seem to be winning it all...a wife at home and a mistress outside!

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 2338 days ago

28 July 2018 (F)

age 36-40 - Are cheaters ever unhappy? I work in the entertainment industry and work long hours - lately my video editor and I have been working on an editing project and during lunch hours he basically confided that he has had an External affair with another coworker in the previous ... (267 words)

Should I be worried by how bothered he's getting over friend's problems?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 2337 days ago

27 July 2018 (F)

age 41-50 - Hi everyone hope everyone is well I’ve got a problem and looking for some advice my boyfriend and I have been together for 7 years we got talking about one our friends last night we’ve known her about 6 months my boyfriend smokes weed and so does this woman (our friend) she ... (191 words)

Not interested in a boyfriend. Is that okay?

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 2339 days ago

27 July 2018 (F) age 30-35 - Im 25 and i never had a boyfriend. Since my teenage years, i was never worried about dating or having a boyfriend, i would only focus my self on studying and making myself happy. I started going on dates since i was 19, and i would say, we would go on a few dates/hangout and ... (250 words)

Fallen for a hook up does he like me?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 2339 days ago

27 July 2018 (M)

age 30-35 - I hooked up with this guy and really really like him! I had had his number for a while but never met up then one day I just said let’s meet. We met, slept together we spoke a little, he told me some of his likes little bit about his family, called me sexy and said I had the ... (193 words)

I feel the need to have a child but I want it to be my lover's not my husband's

This question has 10 answers - newest was posted 2339 days ago

27 July 2018 (F)

age 36-40 - DO NOT JUDGE I am female, 34 years..i am married to a man-boy kinda of husband (45 years) who has no clue how to raise children..we have two..one mine and the first one is his...his past time is drinking....but he come through with finances...Previously my... (342 words)

Why does my boyfriend watch porn before having sex with me?

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 1929 days ago

27 July 2018 (F)

age 30-35 - Why does my boyfriend watch porn before having sex with me? He gave me a vague response, it was "I just like to be hard already so we can have sex." Then i explained how that could be interpreted wrong, if he didn't try to explain it to me. He then shrugged off as an insecuri... (59 words)

Can a married man truly love you or is it just lust?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 2338 days ago

27 July 2018 (F)

age 30-35 - I have a boyfried but I met a married man in my company and we are quite close. Very soon after this married man knows me, he told me he have feelings for me. Like he just realize I am his true love, the one he wants to protect and pamper with his best. To be frank, my ... (197 words)

Is it normal to feel really close to someone when you hold their hand?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 2339 days ago

26 July 2018 (F)

age 26-29 - Is it a normal to feel really close to someone when holding there hand ? it was the first time that I held anyone's hand and it made me feel so special and wanted by someone especially because it was like a first date and I was getting to know him unaware I would eventually get ... (260 words)

Is it normal to become slightly infatuated with someone

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 2336 days ago

26 July 2018 (F)

age 26-29 - is it normal to become slightly infatuated with someone, as I still have feelings for someone and I never know if becoming infatuated with someone is right and how you know you are infatuated with them . how should I deal with this . I constantly feel like I'm always growing ... (116 words)

Do I tell my parents that my friend is dating a man 30 years her senior?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 2335 days ago

26 July 2018 (F)

age 26-29 - my friend is in a relationship with a man 30 years old then her , ive known him for nearly a year no and I know age is just a number but I still find it so strange but I have accepted that is she is happy being with someone a lot older then her then I guess im happy for her as ... (161 words)

I'm uncomfortable with my boyfriends online long distance female friend

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 2338 days ago

26 July 2018 (F)

age 36-40 - I am very insecure about my boyfriends female friend. They have been friends for 5 years and have only met twice within the 5 years. She lives in another part of the country. They met online but he decided he just wanted to remains friends with this girl while she originall... (243 words)

We moved in way too quickly and now finances are breaking us apart

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 2336 days ago

26 July 2018 (F)

age 30-35 - Hey all.. Before I start, please don’t include judgement saying I shouldn’t be living with him yet, it’s too soon to have introduced him to my daughter, etc. So, my boyfriend and I have been dating 6 months. We moved in together rather quickly because my daughter had ... (359 words)

We've been online dating for 9 months and he just now knows I'm a virgin. Is he upset to not know sooner?

This question has 7 answers - newest was posted 2338 days ago

26 July 2018 (F)

age 36-40 - i have been dating this man for 9 months online. he has recently, within the last week, been so shocked to hear that i am a virgin. i sense that he is angry at me for revealing this piece of info now- not months ago. lack of trust maybe i do not want to blow this rela... (94 words)

Why were these girls staring and giggling at me?

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 2339 days ago

26 July 2018 (M)

age 30-35 - I had a crush on a girl from last semester's class and at the start of the new semester I walked past her and her friend, probably a distance of 200m. I saw her friend out and about the night before randomly and we both said a friendly hi. The thing is I only noticed them from ... (114 words)

Was this interaction cheating?

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 2340 days ago

26 July 2018 (M)

age 30-35 - Hi Guys, I am confused at the moment and need advice. My girlfriend received nude pictures from a guy she had a fling with way before we started dating. He asked her for pictures and she replied saying no you should send me pictures. he ended up sending pics in his underwear... (168 words)

He said he gave me a test, I call it pure BS

This question has 7 answers - newest was posted 2339 days ago

26 July 2018 (F)

age 30-35 - The other day the gut I've seeing for a couple of months asked if its OK if he still sleeps with other women I got really upset andsaid no it ruined the nice night we were having. now he's saying but he only said that to test if I was serious about him. Sounds like complete ... (63 words)

Why doesn't he follow up after our dates?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 2340 days ago

26 July 2018 (F)

age 41-50 - I met a guy on a dating app two weeks ago. Cue, steady flirtation and intrigue for 10 days or so until he have me his cell number and we con tinuned onto texting, We had planned to get together for a drink on his side of town (we dont live super close to another but if t... (307 words)

My friend never has time for me anymore since she started dating. Do I walk away?

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 2340 days ago

25 July 2018 (F)

age 30-35 - Not sure if anyone on here can help but I wanted some advice about a friendship. One of my best friends has recently become very distant and so reluctant to see me. I've been trying to arrange to see her one weekend for several months but I just keep getting pushed aside. ... (525 words)

We have slept together on several occasions but now he says he sees us as friends?

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 2338 days ago

25 July 2018 (F)

age 36-40 - I’d been seeing someone for about 3 months, still obviously early days but I really liked him and I made quite a big step by sleeping with him (due to bad experiences). Anyway about 2 weeks ago he got ill and has been recovering since, he’s okay but I felt so distant from him ... (150 words)

Am I overreacting or is there something going on that I am not aware of out of all of this ? Need opinions!

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 2339 days ago

25 July 2018 (F)

age 36-40 - Hi there, my boyfriend (which is OLDER than me) been together for almost 6 months,he has behaved like a true man with me, always very pleasing,loving,etc,he recently purchased his first house. very modest,it's a home that will eventually use for business(rent the home). My ... (1297 words)

How do I keep my ex out of my house?

This question has 7 answers - newest was posted 2338 days ago

25 July 2018 (F)

age 41-50 - My 11yrs old son became very upset today because he thought my ex-husband and I were arguing. This is what happend: my ex brought my son to the doctors to get his annual check up today at 1:00pm. He planned to drop my son off at my house at around 3:00pm and then take my daygh... (749 words)

Has anyone ever had a break with their partner and what was the outcome?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 2340 days ago

25 July 2018 (F)

age 26-29 - Me and my boyfriend have been together for a year and a half and last night he told me he wasn’t feeling the same. We had a talk about this a few weeks ago and had planned to work it out. But he had told me last night that he didn’t want to keep it going whilst he wasn’t ... (194 words)