Are you keeping up with the Trump White House? Most intense season of The Apprentice yet, right? But seriously, people are cycling in and out of there at such a rapid rate. It’s alarming on a lot of levels. While I’m of course gravely concerned about the future of our nation, all of these firings have also made me think about how job loss can impact a romantic relationship. (Everything circles back to romance and relationships in my mind. Hazard of the job!) Hopefully you’re not dating someone working in this administration, because I’m pretty sure that no matter who they are, their days are numbered! But, you probably will be in a relationship with someone who loses their job. It’s just part of most careers. Here how to be a good partner during those times. Read more
ARIES.
(March 20 - April 19):
A partner's irritability is working your last nerve. You never know when this person will depart in a huff. It's time to call him/her on it . . . nicely.TAURUS.
(April 20 - May 20):
Someone who said yes now says no, but don't push it. Be calm and reassuring and this person will revert to the original position. Read more
Today I want to talk about over-reactors.
And I also want to talk about how, if you're with somebody that makes you overreact, then you need to re-evaluate the entire relationship that you think in your mind you may have.
My mother was an over-reactor. She would fly off the handle at any given moment.
You never knew when she was going to be calm, and serene, and loving. Read more
ARIES.
(March 20 - April 19):
You warned everyone that quick fixes would come up short and today they do. Let it go for now. Colleagues will be ready to listen to reason soon.TAURUS.
(April 20 - May 20):
You're doing better than predicted. The road to financial recovery may be slow, but it's secure. Read more
By now I’m sure you’ve heard that Chris Pratt and Anna Faris have decided to divorce. My heart breaks for them because even though this is the right decision for them, it’s certainly not an easy one. And it really seemed like everyone talking about this divorce had that reaction—sad, heartfelt and compassionate support for the duo—which isn’t the norm in terms of Hollywood coverage. I was really heartened by that. And seeing all that appropriate coverage got me thinking about how to best address divorce with people you actually know. It’s tough to figure out how to be a good friend during this situation. So, here are some pointers. Read more
