In my younger days, I used to think that if a man I was dating really liked me, he’d be able to anticipate my needs, escalate the relationship at the appropriate time and generally read my mind without any effort on my part. When none of these things happened, I assumed he didn’t really care about me and our relationship was doomed. This may sound silly, but I’m not the only woman to have behaved this way. I’ve seen it happen over and over again with my clients. Becoming clear about what your needs are in a relationship and communicating them directly is an essential skill. You can learn how and doing so will revolutionize your love life. First, discover what your needs are and own up to them unflinchingly. If you need it, you need it. Don’t apologize. It’s OK to have needs. Ask your man for what you […]