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| Subject | Date Asked |
| I Want My Husband To Piss On Me | 12/15/2011 |
| Q: Me and my husband have been married for quite a while now and we have a very healthy sex life. ... A: The best way to get something you want is to ask. Will your husband think it's weird? Maybe, but ... | |
| misfocus crise | 11/22/2011 |
| Q: I m confront a bad problem on my life , I owe multiple talents,interests on something , my qualified ... A: Many people, myself included, like to do many things and therefore can get easily overwhelmed. While ... | |
| Giving Exciting Blowjobs | 11/18/2011 |
| Q: My husband and I have been married for about a year now and our sex life is so boring! My husband ... A: To be honest, I don't believe changing your technique is going to do anything to solve your problem. ... | |
| my career | 10/18/2011 |
| Q: I’m a 23 year old software engineer from India. When it comes to my career I’ve a very sad story. I ... A: I wouldn't quit your job until you have another plan in place that is ready to implement. Second, if ... | |
| dating | 9/19/2011 |
| Q: I have been doing on line dating through Lavalife and POF(Plenty of Fish). i get plenty of men on ... A: I would think men would be open to talking on the phone first. They have the same concerns as you ... | |
| Finding myself | 9/12/2011 |
| Q: I have had a marrage and now a long term relationship fail. My ex and I had plans for a home, farm ... A: I can't tell you what to do, as that needs to come from you. I can tell you that you can't give up ... | |
| Help a guy get married to Miss. Right. | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: I got a non displaced tibial plateau fracture that is 2 months old with my leg in a long leg cast. ... A: I'm not sure I can give the best answer and not come off "preaching". I'm not going to tell you it's ... | |
| height | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: I need some help. I want to be 5'9", but I am only 5'4". It seems my height never. What can I do ... A: If you are still a teenager, you may grow some more. But if you are already full grown, I'm not ... | |
| career purpose, goals | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: I've been an employee of an insurance company for several years now and have been satisfied for the ... A: My favorite resource for helping people identify their career passions is Finding Your Perfect Work ... | |
| Marriage | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: Me and my husband have been together for a year and he is nice but we have not had sex because I'm ... A: First, you should never have sex if you don't want to. But, its seems odd to me that you'd get ... | |
| job | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: i am btech graduate.but i dont get job in time now.........wat do?/ A: The only way to get a job is to continue to search job listings, apply for jobs, and don't stop ... | |
| confusion | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: I m confuse between motivation ( motives ) and ( values ) to choose my career for instance , I m ... A: These see like good criteria for finding a career. Values are ideals that are important to you that ... | |
| Approach Avoidance Conflict | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I received fantastic advice in the past on this site. I am not sure how briefly I can explain my ... A: I don't think you'll ever find peace until you and your wife work things out. It appears that both ... | |
| question on past | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: in past conversations , I asked you about multiple career and interest choice , I had filtered them ... A: You should consider everything when weighing your choices; quantity and quality. One job might pay ... | |
| Im Lost | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: Ive continued to take classes at various colleges but I can never decide a major or by the time I ... A: First of all, you can't compare yourself to your mom or anyone else. While others can offer guidance ... | |
| Phenomena | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: I want to know the this phenomena interpretation and reason where it is ( joying of thinking , ... A: I hope I understand your question. There are many people who have interests in things and even go ... | |
| want husband to leave | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: For many years now I have been in a very unhappy marriage and have been physically (not for about a ... A: Staying in a marriage for the children is not a good reason. Kids learn about relationships from ... | |
| still confuse - continue | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I have did a self questionnaire to crystalize what I want , I like to share me the answer , then ... A: I think you need to get clearer about what you want in life. Its okay that you don't know what car ... | |
| What now? | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: Greetings. I am a 49 year old mother of a 7 year old. I was married for the first time in April ... A: You've had a lot happen to you so you have a right to feel down, dejected and hopeless. Except those ... | |
| my husband is standing in the way of my success | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: I'm married with a baby on the way. My husband and I have been married for almost 3 years now. I ... A: It seems to me that you'll never afford to open your business outside your home if you keep turning ... | |
| still confuse | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: for long time I m trying to do permulation and combination between my interests - skills and what I ... A: While you'll certainly want to focus on one area for your career, there is no reason why you can't ... | |
| Swiss law | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: I want to know that what will happen if I break the working contract in Switzerland what will happen ... A: I don't know Swiss working law to know what will happen. What does your contract say will happen? ... | |
| Need help getting boyfriend to move | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: I live in Los Angeles with my boyfriend and our 1 year old son. My boyfriend was born and raised in ... A: I can't make your boyfriend move. And unfortunately, neither can you. Clearly he's resistant to ... | |
| confusion | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: there is something confuse me where it is is the person must choose the industry he want to work ... A: Any project manager would need to understand the industry he was working in as well as knowing how ... | |
| I think we need to move away, but I feel guilty about uprooting me and my fiance. | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: I live in the suburbs of Metro Atlanta. I am an artist that just graduated from school. My fiance is ... A: The reality is that you should have made this decision before buying a house. Unless you plan to ... | |
| Choosing between two new careers | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: I am a mother of two girls, ages 5 and 16. Not married, but living with the father of the 5 year old ... A: It sounds like you have a good handle on what you need and want to do. As far as AWAI, I'm not ... | |
| new career | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: I want to recommend me well known career aptitdue test where it can evaluate my abilities , ... A: I don't put a lot of stock in aptitude tests buy themselves. Instead, I'd recommend getting a career ... | |
| Choosing between two new careers | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: I am a mother of two girls, ages 5 and 16. Not married, but living with the father of the 5 year old ... A: Copywriting is a very lucrative business ... the highest paid in writing unless your John Grisham. ... | |
| problem accompanied | 12/22/2008 |
| Q: I m suffering from a problem accompanying me from long time till this moment my problem simply is ... A: There are two books I want to recommend to you. One is "I could do anything as long as I knew what ... | |
| career | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: what degree or courses should i get started with to have a good online home based career future A: Computer related skills like programming and web design are always good choices for work-at-home ... | |
| how to get what you want comfortably | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: my name is Heaven and I have a question. I am truely a great goal setter with many goals in every ... A: If you're good at meeting your "big" goals then there must something about your small goals that ... | |
| This is a marriage question. | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: I love my husband with all of my heart.But I am starting to wonder if I married him because I wanted ... A: I'm not sure why you married your husband, but based on this question and the previous ones about ... | |
| INQUIRY | 11/22/2008 |
| Q: I m awe some creative talents need to find a niche or starting point to build oen my career I hope ... A: I'm not sure if I understand your question. You're looking for work in a creative field and are ... | |
| considering potential effects of a move on my child | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: My question concerns a possible move to another part of town, and the potential effects this may ... A: Moves are hard on everyone including children. Odds are you'll need to help him adjust. However, ... | |
| Will he want a divorce? | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: My husband asked Do I want to be with him for the rest of our lives.This was my answer.- Do I want ... A: I'm not in a good position to judge if you want to be with your husband. You keep saying that you do ... | |
| Will he want a divorce? | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: My husband asked Do I want to be with him for the rest of our lives.This was my answer.- Do I want ... A: If you love him and want to be with him now, then focus on that. You can't worry about the future. ... | |
| Will he want a divorce? | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: My husband asked Do I want to be with him for the rest of our lives.This was my answer.- Do I want ... A: I don't know if your husband would want a divorce, but if I were him I might wonder just how ... | |
| i want my own own home with my child and husband | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: my husband is a complete mamas boy and never had any responsibility he is living with his mom and is ... A: I'm not able to email you directly through this system. Here is the answer I gave to your lastThere ... | |
| crise | 10/19/2008 |
| Q: hope you wide your chest for reading my crises , I m someone who live in imaginations & ... A: I'm sorry but I'm having some difficulty understanding your question. But if you're unhappy in your ... | |
| why do you think my husband does not take responsability | 10/17/2008 |
| Q: It all started when i moved in with my boyfriend that is now my husband to his mothers house when i ... A: There are many reasons why your husband may not be willing to change. Perhaps he doesn't feel he ... | |
| advice on life. | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: For starters I will give you some info on me. I am 33, divorced mom of 3, I went as far as ... A: The key is to find someone who is knowledgeable about your particular needs and that you feel ... | |
| advice on life. | 9/3/2008 |
| Q: For starters I will give you some info on me. I am 33, divorced mom of 3, I went as far as ... A: Your situation is on that can't be fixed through a single email, however I will give you some ideas ... | |
| lost myself | 6/25/2008 |
| Q: I'm a forty year old mum of five children the eldest is 18 the youngest 3 ,for quite some time I ... A: Its not unusual for moms to come to a point where they wonder what happened. They get lost in the ... | |
| Married 26 years and have lost myself | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: I have been married for 26 years to my college boyfriend (dated 6 years prior to marriage) I was ... A: There are a couple of things that you didn't mention that are important. While you said your husband ... | |
| engagement help | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: How do you know if a girl really loves you? I am engaged about to be married in 9 weeks and my ... A: I can't tell you if your fiance loves you, but I can say that I have some concerns about whether you ... | |
| cosmetology or comedy | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: how can start my life people say that i can be a cosmetologist because i got the goods but also ... A: I can't tell you which career you should follow, but I do know that you need to look inside ... | |
| dispersion-scattered | 3/25/2008 |
| Q: I m 23 years graduated from university from one year my problem too complicated , I acquired a ... A: I can't tell you what to do. But from your note it seems clear what your passion is and that is in ... | |
| lost & directionless | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: I am a 26 years old female. For the past few weeks I have been feeling general malaise & sickness ... A: First thing you should do is make sure you aren't sick. Further some depressions aren't situational ... | |
| confusion | 3/14/2008 |
| Q: here is my story which i wud like to tell u in a short form. i fell in love with a muslim guy years ... A: Without a way to support yourself and your child, you need to develop plan before leaving your ... | |
| Balance | 3/3/2008 |
| Q: My boyfriend and I have been together for 2 years, and living together for over 1 1/2. He has a 5 ... A: Balance is an issue for all families. In your case, some of your issues aren't forever though. If ... | |
| help | 2/3/2008 |
| Q: I am so desperate because: *I worked 25 years as a fire fighter and then got retired. *While working ... A: There are two things at issue here. First is, it sound like you need an income and second, you'd ... | |
| change | 1/19/2008 |
| Q: I'm having trouble basically... getting what I want. I feel that I have alot of things going on in ... A: The key to getting what you want in life is to: 1) Truly want something different. Your goal can't ... | |
| problem | 1/8/2008 |
| Q: really I need a help. Now, I see life so ugly. I was engaged for year and a half to some one who was ... A: Regardless of how you feel about your co-worker, I'd say that you aren't ready to marry Mostafa. ... | |
| Confusion | 11/13/2007 |
| Q: I am Anil Sharma (43) from India. I am obsessed with my Vivid Imagination and non-stoppable ... A: Would you finish your projects if you thought there would be a reward at the end? Why not do graphic ... | |
| Day Dreaming | 11/9/2007 |
| Q: I'm an 3rd Engineering student and my problem is this-I'm a day dreamer from birth, I dream not only ... A: Dreams are good things, but they remain wishes unless you put action behind them. If you dream of ... | |
| Confidence n pronounciation | 10/27/2007 |
| Q: sir, my name is bhavin. i am from india.i have one problem that as i am from varnacular medium i am ... A: The best way to gain confidence and fluency in a language is through practice. Perhaps a local ... | |
| Networking | 10/25/2007 |
| Q: Truex, I am not a mom or a woman for that matter, but I think you can help me anyways. I hate with ... A: Hating your work can be good motivation to start something new. Your best bet for change sooner ... | |
| lost | 10/24/2007 |
| Q: I am 40 yrs old and the proud mommy of a 2 1/2 yr old boy, who is the light of my life ! I am ... A: You are not alone. Frumpy mom syndrome is everywhere. I suggest first taking an inventory of what ... | |
| midlife crises ? | 9/24/2007 |
| Q: I am having a problem trying to figuring out what to do next and the best way to control my feelings ... A: I would start with a physical at your doctor to rule out anything medical. Next, I'd recommend ... | |
| dealing with superiors | 9/8/2007 |
| Q: As i perceived so far in my life, there are 3 kinds of people ,every individual meets in his life. ... A: I'm not sure what you mean by superior, equal and subordinate. Do you mean such as at work? ... | |
| Don't Know what to do at this point?! | 8/29/2007 |
| Q: I don't really know where to turn - I am a stay at home mom to two daughters and married for 3 years ... A: First of all, there is no guarantee that this other guy will make you any happier. The grass always ... | |
| getting the life I want | 8/23/2007 |
| Q: For years now, I've basically been friendless, and have been treated meanly by people. There are ... A: One of the first and best ways to turn things around is to adopt an attitude of gratitude. It can be ... | |
| Reg. sefishness of my relative and people | 7/20/2007 |
| Q: How I can treat the slefish people including my relatives.I am suffering lot of this type of people, ... A: Deepak, Often we teach people how to treat us. If people are being disrespectful or taking advantage ... | |
| how to determine what I want | 7/5/2007 |
| Q: I have a difficulty to determine what I want from life to be successful. Some people say me, I have ... A: The first key to getting what you want in life, is to determine what it is you want. Since you are ... | |
| i need some direction | 6/27/2007 |
| Q: Since 1995 I've lived with a series of BF's and they have taken care of me financially. I avoided ... A: The answer to your problem is that you have to want something different bad enough to go out and get ... | |
| What do i do? | 6/3/2007 |
| Q: i'm 24 yrs old, i come from a very conservative society. society were love marriages are not ... A: I can't imagine being caught between two cultures. My first thought (a western society idea) is that ... | |
| question | 5/17/2007 |
| Q: what subjects do i need to do if i want to a lawyer A: You didn't indicate what level of school you are in. If you are in high school, you'll want to focus ... | |
| fitness goal | 5/7/2007 |
| Q: I have a goal once I become a certified group fitness instructor. I want to create videos for others ... A: Denise Austin and the rest were likely offered a deal by a video company to make their videos. They ... | |
| Find Job | 5/2/2007 |
| Q: I did my MBA from Lucknow University (2005). And did my internship from ICICI bank. And dint work ... A: If you want a job, you should pursue it the same why you would anywhere. What type of job do you ... | |
| Life | 4/20/2007 |
| Q: I am a 30 year old new mother, I am struggling with decisions that I am faced with concerning the ... A: I think its a good sign that he has shown interest in the baby and intends to get his life together ... | |
| marriage what to do | 4/19/2007 |
| Q: I have been married for 26 years. During that time we have never spent one anniversary together ... A: Here are the questions you need to answer in order to know how to proceed. 1) Do you love your ... | |
| mission statement (personal) | 4/12/2007 |
| Q: I am trying to write a mission statement for my personal life. can you tell/show me how to do it. ... A: A mission statement helps you define your values and purpose and is used in helping define specific ... | |
| Breakup or not | 3/27/2007 |
| Q: I have a really serious problem; I have been into love with a girl a year ago and lately we got ... A: I can't tell you what to do, but I can share some thoughts that hopefully will help. First, how is ... | |
| becoming a doctor/pediatrician | 2/14/2007 |
| Q: I am a 24 year old mother of two. I have been going to school online to earn an associates degree ... A: If you want something bad enough, your age and other factors really don't matter. Many people get ... | |
| How to get what you want in life | 1/14/2007 |
| Q: Okay. This may be a bit atypical. I have a very happy marriage. I have two really great grown ... A: You have a couple of options depending on what you're most comfortable with. First, you can ask ... | |
| How to convince my husband to move?? | 1/4/2007 |
| Q: My husband and I have had many problems in the past brought on by his infidelity. I have in a way ... A: In some ways you probably saw this coming, but hoped your husband would choose you over his family. ... | |
| The whole town is against me and my family | 1/3/2007 |
| Q: I am a 55 yr old retired teacher. I always knew that the town of Forsyth where I taught in for 30 ... A: Wow. I have never heard of an entire town being against someone like that. A part of me wonders if ... | |
| What do i want?!!!!!!!! | 12/26/2006 |
| Q: i have just read your answer to kerry's question but i dont find it satisfying by any means(it ... A: You are right in that your happiness and success depends on you. All I can do is offer some ... | |
| Intimacy - What is appropriate?! | 12/24/2006 |
| Q: I am a single parent of a 6 year old boy. I have been dating a single father of a young boy for ... A: Let me preface my answer by telling you that I understand that as a single parent, you will be ... | |
| My husband doesn't want to move or change job | 12/23/2006 |
| Q: I have lived in my current area for 6 years now and I completely hate it due to a lot I can't get ... A: Sorry for the delay on getting back to you. Your question is not one that is easy and I can't give ... | |
| others insight to self | 12/13/2006 |
| Q: i was looking for specific questions. examples. i am just trying to see how i present myself how i ... A: I still don't know how to help you because I don't understand why you are asking or what ... | |
| others insight to self | 12/12/2006 |
| Q: what questions can i ask others friends, family, etc. to gain insight about how they view me in all ... A: My first question is why do you want to know what others think of you? Is it for a school project or ... | |
| reaching goals and dreams | 11/21/2006 |
| Q: who would I contact to have a fitness website done? should I have more services to offer before I ... A: Why being a dreamer is a bad thing, I don't know. Dreamers have created much of what is good and ... | |
| Confused of Job hunting !! | 11/21/2006 |
| Q: I have something to tell and seek your advice. Since I do Network Marketing, I have been not really ... A: Network marketing is a great option, but nothing has hurt this industry more than dishonest and ... | |
| Confused of Job hunting !! | 11/20/2006 |
| Q: I am Samuel Lie, just graduated from IT - Networking field, University of Coventry, UK I have been ... A: I'm not able to tell you what to do, but perhaps I can give you some guidance so you can figure out ... | |
| reaching goals and dreams | 11/17/2006 |
| Q: I dont have a website yet, I think I need pictures done and more services to offer right, my goal is ... A: I don't know what kind of website you want so I can't answer your question. Websites are very ... | |
| reaching goals and dreams | 11/16/2006 |
| Q: which book do you think would best suit me? write it down, make it happen, wishcraft, or the ... A: I would recommend Wishcraft and Write it Down Make it Happen. Wishcraft has some great exercises to ... | |
| getting what you want in life | 11/16/2006 |
| Q: how can I get what I want when I always have a financial barrier in the way. most of what I desire ... A: Its difficult to adequately answer your question without knowing what it is you want. For example, ... | |
| How Can I | 11/13/2006 |
| Q: How can I let go of the past regrets about things how can I let go since they didnt work out or go ... A: It can be difficult to let go of regrets or depressed feelings about how life has been. But, if you ... | |
How to Get What You Want in Life
Answers by Expert:
Leslie Truex
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
My expertise is in helping moms, in particular rediscover their dreams and goals in the midst of being a mom, wife etc, and helping people identify their passions and dreams, and create an action plan to achieve them.
Experience
Aside from having created my own life plan that encompasses my roles as wife and mother and includes the creation of my own work situation (from home) and provides for personal pursuits (writing), I have a background in counseling and have worked since 1998 helping people find balance in their lives.
Publications
My writings have appeared all over the internet on various websites and ezines.
Education/Credentials
BA in Psychology and MSW.
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