This week's question comes from Janet:
"Hi Orna and Matthew,
Thank you so much for all that you do for all us struggling out here… I think you give the best dating advice, so that’s why I’m coming to you. After my divorce I took some time to figure out what I want in a relationship and particularly a man however whenever I go out I can’t seem to find a quality man.
I know I’m a “catch” but I cannot seem to find a man who comes anywhere close to what I’m looking for.
Please help me."
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Hi Janet,
Thank you for your question and we’ll do the best we can to answer it for you. We are a bit perplexed by this label “Quality Man”…. We are wondering where you picked up that
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When am I ready to date?
This week's question comes from Laura:
"Dear Orna and Matthew,
I hope you can help me with a difficult situation.
I am starting a different career. I am tired, stressed, kind of needy, and don't feel at my best, although I do have "highs" and "lows." I don't know when it will go away. I have men still interested in me, but I don't want to date them because this isn't the "best me" yet. But I am torn as I would LOVE the opportunity for them to encourage me and talk to me – celebrate with me and cheer me up when needed, etc.
I have heard many different things – that if you wait until your life is "perfect" you'll never start, etc.
I love your programs and have learned SO
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How long should I wait?
This week's question comes from Rebecca:
"Hello Orna and Matthew,
Thanks in advance for taking my question! I believe that I've met my soulmate but I feel confused about whether he's a romantic soulmate or a friend soulmate. We both feel a strong, unique, and romantic connection with one another but when we dated for a couple months last year it just didn't work.
This summer we spent more time together (not being physical at all) and agreed that we both really enjoyed it but when I express what I want (a deep relationship and partnership with someone) he continues to say he doesn't want to be in a romantic relationship with anyone right now. When we're both open and relaxed with one
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The Power Of Intention
"Hi Orna and Matthew,
I really love your weekly notes; they always brighten my day and give me a new way to think about love and dating. As this year draws to a close, I’m wondering what I can do to start off 2017 to set myself up for success in love and all other areas of my life.
Do you know any rituals or things that I can do?
Happy Holidays!"
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Hi Joanne,
Thank you for your positive feedback. We love hearing from our Love On Purpose Community.
We do believe in the power of ritual and even more important the power of INTENTION.
So much suffering in the world occurs from abdicating our own power. We commend you for asking for guidance to start your year off with
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I’m ready, where is he?
This week's question comes from Carrie:
"Hi Orna and Matthew,
After years of bad relationships (including an ugly divorce in my 20's), I just decided one day to stop the madness! And I took some time for myself and really stopped dating. Now, I've been single for several years and I feel good on my own, really good. I don't need someone to complete me or anything like that. I've taken some time to check in with myself and keep asking myself what do I want and I DO want to share my life with someone. I've done everything I can think of in terms of working on myself and my guy is still not here. What am I supposed to do? I'm not impatient but I keep wondering where is he! Am I doing
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How can I be more social?
This week's question comes from Lee Ann:
"Hi Orna and Matthew,
My last relationship ended almost 4 months ago. I'm finding that I have a strong tendency and desire to isolate. I feel really good when I'm completely alone with no demands on me, or pressure to do or be anything other than what and where I am at that time. And when the tough feelings come up, I'm able to be completely with them right away and love myself. When I go out to the store or for a walk, I'm happy to see people and smile, and it feels like I'm in a relaxed place of peace. But I'm worried that this isolating tendency with no desire to plan social get-togethers or go out socially isn't good for me and I'm avoiding
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