Clarissa Bloom says: Your dilemma is shared by a large number of adults, making friends isn't easy as an adult, however there are plenty of opportunities. Look to see if ...

Clarissa Bloom says: It is very possible she is using her work as an escape, a way to deal with the terrible difficulties you mentioned. For this reason, you should tread ...

Clarissa Bloom says: There has to be a physical attraction, however you can begin to find someone more attractive as your minds combine and you find personal connections. Only you ...

Clarissa Bloom says:  This is a very difficult scenario.  Honesty and openness is critical in a relationship and it appears communication has broken down. It can sometimes be worth seeking ...

Rachael Lloyd at eharmony says: Hi there, Newsflash – it takes two people to have a toxic relationship! So, if you’re still in touch with an ex and it’s impacting your ...

Rachael Lloyd at eharmony says: Hi there, I’m so sorry you’re going through what sounds like soul-wrenching heartbreak. Whether you’re prepared for it or not – when someone ends a relationship ...

Rachael Lloyd at eharmony says: Hi there, I’m really pleased you met a lovely guy and got to enjoy some special and meaningful times together. It sounds like you genuinely adore ...

Rachael Lloyd at eharmony says: Hi there, Your email is moving because it’s obvious you want what’s best for your son in very difficult circumstances. It must be really hard watching him ...

Dear anonymous, I’m sorry to hear that this hasn’t gone the way that you had hoped. This may be hard to hear, but it sounds to me as if he ...

Dear Anonymous, Thank you for writing in. This does seem like a complicated dilemma. One thing to state is that just because someone has cheated in a past relationship, it ...

Dear Anonymous, Thank you for being so honest about I your situation. There’s a couple of things that I think are important to address here. Firstly, please do make sure ...

Dear Anonymous, Thank you for writing in. It sounds as if you have developed feelings for this guy, but the confusion is coming from not knowing where you stand and ...

If your relationship is truly something worth fighting for then my darling, you really must not worry and just go with it. You have to remember, everything is temporary! In ...

Hi Anonymous, This feels like an emotionally challenging situation and I feel your sense of loss. I am not sure what the circumstances were and how your communication ended and ...

Sex and relationship expert Jessica Leoni said: “I really feel for you - what a sad situation. It seems so wrong that you are being punished not just by your ...

Sex and relationship expert Jessica Leoni said: “It is hard to give a definitive answer with such scant details because I do not know how your sister hurt you when ...

Noel McDermott says: Mutual respect is crucial in any relationship… whether it be a sexual friends with benefits or a committed monogamy. In terms of intimate love relationships this means ...

Hi Anonymous, Thank you for being so open with your thoughts and feelings. Family dynamics can be complicated, especially when they involve big life events, but I would urge you ...

Sex and relationship expert Jessica Leoni said: “What a complicated situation but it is one that I am sure you will be able to resolve. Hats off to you both ...

Dear Anonymous, Thank you for your dilemma and it does certainly sound like you have all been through a lot emotionally recently, with quite major changes happening in such a ...

Jo Howarth says: And at what point do you focus on your own life? Your friend sounds as if she has some serious learning to do, not just at university ...

Noel McDermott says: It sounds like a difficult situation and to answer the question of should you say anything to her then I would counsel yes. You’re assuming they don’t ...

Jo Howarth says: You cannot take responsibility for anyone else's responses. You can only take responsibility for your own. If you are not happy in the relationship and you cannot ...

Jo Howarth says: First of all I am sending you love for such a difficult situation. You cannot make your boyfriend do or feel anything he is not comfortable doing ...