Dating

For decades, a widespread belief that sexuality is only validated through external relationships has convinced millions of women and men over 60 that sexual pleasure and intimacy must come from someone else turning them on. Does this belief limit sexual pleasure as we age by creating dependency on external approval? Does this belief also lead to diminished self-worth? And if so, how can we rewrite the rules of sexuality as we age?

Have you ever noticed how some women in our age group attract and date wonderful men while others struggle to meet any men at all? They aren’t prettier, smarter, thinner, or richer than you, so how do they find love with such high-quality men while you don’t? Is it simply luck? No, it’s not luck that makes the difference…

When was the last time you felt confident with your sexuality? If you are like many of us who are over 60, the question can leave you scratching your head, wondering how far back in the rearview mirror of the past you have to look to locate the last time you felt confident with your sexuality…

As a dating coach with experience of over 25 years, I have heard and seen quite a bit. When Carol, 67, an architect in Texas, came to me last month, she asked me why she hadn’t yet met The One yet, despite being online for a year. Carol is a positive, smart lady…

My oh my, how times have changed! Super-powered by AI technology, romance scams today are ever evolving and even more dangerous than ever. So, it’s always good for online daters to be reminded about the importance of staying safe, and even more valuable, how to do it. How to stop the scammers in their tracks. Once scammers are shut down…

If you’ve spent more than 10 minutes on online dating apps, you’ve probably asked yourself: “Are there any emotionally healthy people on here at all?” Fair question. Dating apps can feel like a social experiment…

I enjoy reading and watching historical films, especially the 1920-1940’s films that remind me of better times. I see beauty, respect for others, family unity, love of the land, farming and cultivating and using what they have and enjoying it, living in poorer circumstances…

One of the biggest challenges in online dating is when you meet someone and something just doesn’t feel right, or it feels too right. You can become overwhelmed by displays of romance and affection. Could it be love at first sight? Or is it a warning sign?

Dating over 60 can feel like stepping into a whole new world. And not the cute “new adventure” kind of way. More like: Wait, what is this? Why does everything feel harder? Why am I suddenly supposed to understand dating apps, video chat, and all this digital stuff? Well, I get that, but my recommended belief is this…

Several years ago, I wrote an article on why men should be emotionally honest with women. The reader response was overwhelming. The article garnered more than 2,000 comments overnight, a number typically reserved for articles written by movie stars…