Do I Have to Be Spiritual Because My Partner Is?
Dear Meli, I’m not spiritual. Really, I’m not kidding. My partner of ten years, on the other hand, is super spiritual. When we got together, we were both atheists, but since then she’s totally gone on a spiritual kick. First it was yoga. Then...
The Key Ingredient to Healthy New Beginnings
Has this ever happened to you? You have a great new idea. You’re really excited about it. In your excitement, you tell someone who – the minute you open your mouth – you know you shouldn’t be telling. Sure enough, they tell you it’s not a good idea....
Two Things NOT to Do in Relationships
I heard a story the other day that was a great reminder about what not to do in relationships. The story was about a husband and wife who frequently got into arguments about who changed the toilet paper more. They were both convinced that they changed the toilet paper...
The Tricky First Step in Setting a Boundary
Have you ever tried to set a boundary? (Key word: tried.) And have you ever had your boundary trampled upon like a herd of caffeinated elephants escaping from the circus? You and me both, eh? Here’s the thing: When you read books about setting boundaries, and...
Transgender Bathroom Access: A Love Story
I’ll never forget the first time a woman screamed when I walked into a women’s bathroom. I didn’t want her to scream. I just wanted to pee. But my short hair, tall frame and androgynous features led her to believe that a man had walked into the...