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Dating Maze #382: Taking the Dating Temperature

Dating Maze #382: Taking the Dating Temperature

How do I assess when things are stuck, versus moving slowly forward?

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

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Dating Maze #381: Letting Go of Love

Dating Maze #381: Letting Go of Love

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Should I move to Israel to reclaim my love or am I chasing a dead end?

Dating Maze #380: Fiancée’s Troubled Past

Dating Maze #380: Fiancée’s Troubled Past

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

My son’s fiancée has a mental health history that is making me very concerned.

Dating Maze #379: Marriage or Career?

Dating Maze #379: Marriage or Career?

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Do I need to slow my climb up the corporate ladder in order to get married?

Dating Maze #378: He’s Not Ready

Dating Maze #378: He’s Not Ready

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

I am ready for marriage and children, but he’s not sure. What should I do?

Dating Maze #377: Too Much Information?

Dating Maze #377: Too Much Information?

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

When I revealed personal information, he broke if off cold.

Dating Maze #376: Married to a Nerd

Dating Maze #376: Married to a Nerd

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

I always dreamed of a social butterfly; instead I married an introvert.

Dating Maze #375: Sister on the Loose

Dating Maze #375: Sister on the Loose

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Help! She’s close to getting engaged, and I’m concerned she’ll make a terrible spouse.

Dating Maze #374: Can You Start Wearing Make-Up?

Dating Maze #374: Can You Start Wearing Make-Up?

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

The man I'm dating wants me to wear make-up – and I hate make-up!

Dating Maze #373: Choosing Between Dog and Man

Dating Maze #373: Choosing Between Dog and Man

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

I love my dog and he’s demanding that I give it up.

Dating Maze #372: The Rebound Effect

Dating Maze #372: The Rebound Effect

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

It’s my first serious foray after a tough break-up. Am I expecting too much?

Dating Maze #371: Abusive In-Laws

Dating Maze #371: Abusive In-Laws

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

My future in-laws are aggressive and violent. Help!

Dating Maze #370: Too Old for a Baby?

Dating Maze #370: Too Old for a Baby?

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

I want to become a father. Should I marry a 47-year-old woman?

Dating Maze #369: Fear of Men

Dating Maze #369: Fear of Men

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

As a child, I was bullied by boys, and now I can’t seem to start a relationship.

Dating Maze #368: Just Text Me

Dating Maze #368: Just Text Me

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Our entire relationship consists of text messages. Is this normal?

Dating Maze #367: Spoiled Rotten

Dating Maze #367: Spoiled Rotten

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

The man I’m dating lives like a 30-year-old adolescent.

Dating Maze #366: Long Distance Expectations

Dating Maze #366: Long Distance Expectations

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

After two months of long distance dating, I’m bored and restless. Should I keep trying to make it work?

Dating Maze #365: Ruined Wedding Day

Dating Maze #365: Ruined Wedding Day

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Everything went wrong and I can’t get over the disappointment.

Dating Maze #364: My Suicidal Past

Dating Maze #364: My Suicidal Past

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

What are the dating implications of revealing my dark secret?

Dating Maze #363: My Ungrateful Fiancé

Dating Maze #363: My Ungrateful Fiancé

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

My fiance is complaining about the gifts we receive.

Dating Maze #362: Marriage Prep

Dating Maze #362: Marriage Prep

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

We don’t want to make mistakes and learn the hard way!

Dating Maze #361: Husband Plus Three?

Dating Maze #361: Husband Plus Three?

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

The man I’m dating has children, but my life is carefree!

Dating Maze #360: Not in Public

Dating Maze #360: Not in Public

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

The guy I’m dating doesn’t want to be seen with me in public. Should I be concerned?

Dating Maze #359: Wild Past

Dating Maze #359: Wild Past

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

I feel guilty about my past escapades. Should I tell him about it?

Dating Maze #358: Can’t Say No

Dating Maze #358: Can’t Say No

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

He wants to get married and I’m afraid to hurt him by breaking up.

Dating Maze #357: Loyal to the Tribe

Dating Maze #357: Loyal to the Tribe

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

I want to marry a Jewish guy, but they all seem to be dating non-Jewish women!

Dating Maze #356: In-law Collision

Dating Maze #356: In-law Collision

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Our engagement broke up because I’m bickering with his mother. Can things be salvaged?

Dating Maze #355: Performance Anxiety

Dating Maze #355: Performance Anxiety

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

When speaking with a good prospect, I get intimidated and close up.

Dating Maze #354: Keeping Score

Dating Maze #354: Keeping Score

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

He wants everything to be 50-50. Do successful relationships work that way?

Dating Maze #353: Intense Chemistry

Dating Maze #353: Intense Chemistry

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Does my strong attraction mean we’re not building a deeper connection?

Dating Maze #352: Awestruck Strikes Out

Dating Maze #352: Awestruck Strikes Out

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Coming to grips with unrequited love.

Dating Maze #351: Help Me Want to Get Married!

Dating Maze #351: Help Me Want to Get Married!

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Am I a commitment-phobe, or is something else holding me back?

Dating Maze #350: Digital Pursuit

Dating Maze #350: Digital Pursuit

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Has online dating changed the rules?

Dating Maze #349: Professional Failure

Dating Maze #349: Professional Failure

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

I love this guy but it seems like he’ll never succeed.

Dating Maze #348: Different Pace

Dating Maze #348: Different Pace

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

By the time she’s ready, I’ve already lost interest.

Dating Maze #347: Stuck in the Dating Desert

Dating Maze #347: Stuck in the Dating Desert

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

With no match in sight, I'm building resentment.

Dating Maze #346: Offensive Words

Dating Maze #346: Offensive Words

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

How can I stop my date from using foul language?

Dating Maze #345: Off the Deep End

Dating Maze #345: Off the Deep End

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Whenever a disagreement crops up, we both go into fear mode.

Dating Maze #344: Creating the Perfect Profile

Dating Maze #344: Creating the Perfect Profile

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Increase your likelihood of success in online dating sites.

Dating Maze #343: Across the Pond

Dating Maze #343: Across the Pond

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

My fiancé now insists I leave Chicago and move to London with him. But I don’t want to.

Dating Maze #342: Fielding Suggestions

Dating Maze #342: Fielding Suggestions

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

“Come on, what have you got to lose?”

Dating Maze #341: Getting Over the Hurdle

Dating Maze #341: Getting Over the Hurdle

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

My fiancée doesn't want to spend what I think is necessary quality time. It's starting to freak me out.

Dating Maze #340: Going for the “Look”

Dating Maze #340: Going for the “Look”

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Help! I'm only attracted to one type of "look" and can't get past it.

Dating Maze #339: Dating Anxiety

Dating Maze #339: Dating Anxiety

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Things are going great, but I'm terrified of what might happen next.

Dating Maze #338: In the Dumps

Dating Maze #338: In the Dumps

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Seven months ago my engagement was broken off. I'm filled with anger and can’t move on.

Dating Maze #337: Laid-back and Single

Dating Maze #337: Laid-back and Single

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

I'm a good-looking guy. Why can’t I get any serious dates?

Dating Maze #336: Jealous Friend

Dating Maze #336: Jealous Friend

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Help! I really dislike my girlfriend's close friend.

Dating Maze #335: Up In Smoke

Dating Maze #335: Up In Smoke

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

She refuses to date a guy with an addictive habit.

Dating Maze #334:  Helping Our Nerdy Son

Dating Maze #334: Helping Our Nerdy Son

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Our son’s dating failures have made him tense and despondent.

Dating Maze #333: My Parents' Red Flag

Dating Maze #333: My Parents' Red Flag

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

My parents want me to break up with a great woman I've been dating. Should I listen to them?

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