In the 20th Century:
If a guy says he’s open to a relationship, he’s open to a relationship.
In the 21st Century:
His behavior will show you if he’s open to a relationship. [Read more…] about Is He a Dater or a Relater?
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In the 20th Century:
If a guy says he’s open to a relationship, he’s open to a relationship.
In the 21st Century:
His behavior will show you if he’s open to a relationship. [Read more…] about Is He a Dater or a Relater?
In the 20th Century:
You deserve your own happy-ever-after.
In the 21st Century:
You have free will to make choices.
Back in the early days of my career, I used to reassure people: [Read more…] about You’ll End Up Married, Won’t You?
In the 20th Century:
It’s your responsibility to be attractive.
In the 21st Century:
It’s your “responsibility” to be attractive. (Airquotes intended.) [Read more…] about What’s Wrong With You??
In the 20th Century:
Men are only attracted to women living their best life.
In the 21st Century:
Your best life may not leave you with room for anyone else.
I came of age in the 1990s, and all the women’s magazines I devoured told me the same thing: [Read more…] about Rethinking “Living Your Best Life”
In the 20th Century:
He wants a catch.
In the 21st Century:
He wants someone who makes him feel alive.
Yes, you could be slim and gorgeous and accomplished and fascinating… [Read more…] about The Experience He’s Seeking: Is It You?
In the 20th Century:
You have a spouse and a best friend.
In the 21st Century:
Your spouse is your best friend.
My grandmother never would have called her husband her best friend. [Read more…] about The Best Friend Test
In the 20th Century:
When we’re lonely and yearn for companionship, we long for love.
In the 21st Century:
When we’re lonely and yearn for companionship, we unlock our phone. [Read more…] about You Never Have To Be Lonely Again
In the 20th Century:
You get love advice from experts, friends, family, and the media.
In the 21st Century:
You also get love advice from AI.
Have you asked ChatGPT for love advice? [Read more…] about Your New Love Coach?
In the 20th Century:
Interrogate.
In the 21st Century:
Invite.
If you want to get to know someone, what’s the first thing you do? [Read more…] about You Should Ask Him Lots of Questions, Right?
In the 20th Century:
Impress.
In the 21st Century:
Connect.
No wonder we get so nervous about meeting new people. [Read more…] about Don’t Impress Him, PLEASE
In the 20th Century:
All men are the same.
In the 21st Century:
Every man is different.
Pop psychology deals in stereotypes. [Read more…] about Men Are All The Same
In the 20th Century:
Safety means making sure he’s not a serial killer or just wants to get in your pants.
In the 21st Century:
Safety means building trust, communication, boundaries, and accountability into your relationship. [Read more…] about From Serial Killers to Heartbreak: Rethinking Safety in Love
In the 20th Century:
Attractiveness is objective.
In the 21st Century:
Attraction is subjective.
Line up a group of men in a row. [Read more…] about We Are Most Attracted To People Who…
In the 20th Century:
Appearance matters.
In the 21st Century:
Familiarity matters.
I can’t believe the wool has been pulled over our eyes for so long. [Read more…] about Guys Just Care About Looks, Don’t They?
In the 19th Century:
Love comes to you.
In the 21st Century:
You go to love.
Up until about a hundred years ago, young women waited at home for love to come calling – quite literally! [Read more…] about What Flappers Can Teach You About Love
Right now is the time to create the life you deserve. Say goodbye to everything that’s held you back. It’s time to let your inner brilliance shine!
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