Dating Maze #358: Can’t Say No

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

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

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Dating Maze #357: Loyal to the Tribe

Dating Maze #357: Loyal to the Tribe

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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

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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

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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?

Dating Maze #332: Like Him Enough?

Dating Maze #332: Like Him Enough?

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

He’s ready to get engaged, but she’s still waiting for the spark to ignite.

Dating Maze #331: Emotional Hostage Situation

Dating Maze #331: Emotional Hostage Situation

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

His dropping out of sight has friends deeply concerned.

Dating Maze #330: Age Gap

Dating Maze #330: Age Gap

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

I didn’t plan on falling in love with a man 15 years older than me.

Dating Maze #329: Bad First Impression

Dating Maze #329: Bad First Impression

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

You only get one chance to make a good first impression.

Dating Maze #328: Too Young, Too fast?

Dating Maze #328: Too Young, Too fast?

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

My parents don't think I'm experienced enough to choose a spouse.

Dating Maze #327: Slow Down!

Dating Maze #327: Slow Down!

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

Help! After three months, he’s ready to call the caterer!

Dating Maze #326: Monetary Expectations

Dating Maze #326: Monetary Expectations

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

Why do so many women look at how much a guy earns?

Dating Maze #325: Spiritually In Sync

Dating Maze #325: Spiritually In Sync

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

She finally connected with a guy, but do they share basic life goals?

Dating Maze #324: The One who Got Away

Dating Maze #324: The One who Got Away

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She waited for the call from Prince Charming – but he picked someone else.

Dating Maze #323: Expense Anxiety

Dating Maze #323: Expense Anxiety

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

Caterer, photographer, engagement ring. Who’s going to pay for it all?

Dating Maze #322: Divorced & Available

Dating Maze #322: Divorced & Available

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Though many marriages end in divorce, for some, the stigma remains.

Dating Maze #321: New Jew Blues

Dating Maze #321: New Jew Blues

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

Now that she’s part of the Jewish people, where are all the guys?

Dating Maze #320: Long Distance Romance

Dating Maze #320: Long Distance Romance

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

How to stop a long distance courtship from unraveling.

Dating Maze #319: Over the Shoulder

Dating Maze #319: Over the Shoulder

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

Maybe there’s someone better out there.

Dating Maze #318: The Good Fight

Dating Maze #318: The Good Fight

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

Why is everything so calm between them?

Dating Maze #317: Early Motherhood?

Dating Maze #317: Early Motherhood?

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

At age 22, she’s afraid of growing up too fast.

Dating Maze #316: Uncertain Future

Dating Maze #316: Uncertain Future

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

He’s not fazed by her moving halfway across the world.

Dating Maze #315: The Shunned Bride

Dating Maze #315: The Shunned Bride

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

As she walks down the aisle, will the mother-in-law be throwing rotten tomatoes?

Dating Maze #314: Smart and Single

Dating Maze #314: Smart and Single

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

Do more intelligent women have a harder time getting married?

Dating Maze #313: Similarity Quotient

Dating Maze #313: Similarity Quotient

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

Does a married couple need to share the same tastes and interests?

Dating Maze #312: Second Time Around

Dating Maze #312: Second Time Around

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

After a failed first marriage, she’s gun shy about dating again.

Dating Maze #311: Better Off Single

Dating Maze #311: Better Off Single

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

Is it ethical to suggest a blind date who is dysfunctional?

Dating Maze #310: Hedging His Bets

Dating Maze #310: Hedging His Bets

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

Though she may by The One, he’s still dating other people.

Dating Maze #309: Size Plus

Dating Maze #309: Size Plus

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

Finding the right match for an overweight friend.

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