A close relative in trouble deserves family support.

Get legal advice for your will and discuss it ahead with those who need to understand.

Family rifts persist, unless someone takes the high road to end the stubbornness.

Don’t let a bad marriage doom you to staying with the next person, to not “fail.” 

Build your feelings for someone through shared times, before just announcing interest.

Attractive strangers can be visually appreciated without unnecessary comments.

When divorce is inevitable, focus on re-building your confidence.

Some “truths” from the past come with unpleasant consequences in the present.

Is an expensive dating/matchmaking service worth the cost? Let’s hear from Readers!

Healthy sex is the hallmark of a good relationship, not its only basis.

When something’s needed in a relationship, suggest it, don’t just complain or leave. 

No partner should accept a withdrawal of sex, and affection without explanation and/or mutual agreement.

With a mother who’s always been difficult, work on changing your own reaction.

When one partner gives up on sex, the other must insist on reasons and/or weigh options.

Turn grief from pet-loss into a constructive way to help other animals, and honour yours. 

When a beloved pet’s loss is overwhelming, find supports to ease the grief.

When someone acts distant, don’t just wonder why… ask directly.

A serial cheater won’t change pattern easily, especially if blaming others works.

A relationship that makes you feel like the lesser partner may be toxic to you.

Build a base of true friends, not just good-time acquaintances.

On April Fool’s Day, check that your important relationships are fun but not foolish.

Shared custody requires trying to stay respectful, but neither controlling nor controlled.

When your “exclusive” date mentions his other choice of partner, walk away from being #2.

Criticism pushes people away, instead of helping them change.

Pressure into early commitment is a signal to delay.

Help a friend who won’t leave an abusive relationship by listening, supporting, being there when needed.

When a nanny and employer become too cozy for comfort, both are at fault.

A person who lies about STD’s is a liar and a creep, just for starters.

When major moves and huge stress cool passion, lighten the load.

With significant legal matters, get informed and ask your lawyer’s reasons for his/her advice.

Alcoholism affects sex drive, which affects the whole relationship.

Extreme body odour should be checked out medically, for health and/or social reasons. 

Don’t let hurts from another affect your most important relationships.

Do not accept a life “in the shadows” with a married man, value your own future and move on. 

Couples need to talk about their attitudes towards sex as openly as how they feel about lifestyle.

Traumatic loss of a beloved pet can arouse similar grief reactions to human loss.

Romanticism sometimes needs to be learned. Don’t be afraid to lead by example.

A youth still dependent on parents can’t realistically commit to lasting love.

Don’t let past abuse define your future.

Beware of a potential mate who has anger issues, and acts out if you don’t hold the exact same opinions. 

Giving of your time, and donations can make a huge difference in children’s lives.

If you have sufficient yourself, get added satisfaction from helping others. Part Two tomorrow.

Life brings many opportunities for new friends, so be open while building trust slowly.

Diagnosis information and strategies are all needed regarding adult behavior problems.

New partners must sometimes accept that a longtime ex doesn’t just disappear. 

A foot fetish that doesn’t harm anyone is a private matter.

When you don’t value yourself, people easily take advantage.

It’s kinder to tell the truth than lead someone on.

Don’t make a long-term commitment that pleases another more than yourself.

Online dreams can block real life and real love.