Dear Neil: What does it mean when a man calls me “needy?” I am in my 40’s and have been in several relationships through the years where the men in my life have accused me of being too needy. But I am confused about what “too needy” means. Am I not supposed to lean on […]
Dear Neil: I gave up a man I love, and still love deeply, for all the right reasons. He was desperate for marriage—but didn’t love me. I couldn’t see myself being happy in his family and with his kids. But the pain of his loss is still profound a year on. This is the first […]
in Order to Let Go of a Relationship Dear Neil: I have recently been dumped by my partner of two years. The worst thing seems to be that I am finding it very hard to let go. Can you recommend anything that will help? Lost In New Zealand Dear Neil: My husband and I split […]
Dear Neil: My wife accuses me of being disattached and emotionally withdrawn in our relationship. What can I do to increase my level of attachment and become closer to her? Distant in San Antonio, Texas Dear Distant: In a way, this is the same question as to how you could be a better spouse and lover. […]