Friends & Family
How Fragile are your Friendships?
How fragile are your friendships? I mean, let’s get really real here. How do you respond if someone doesn’t reply to your text? What do you do if it seems ‘hard’ to arrange a catch-up? Which of your invisible rules have you articulated to your friends? Are you flexible and generous in your interpretations? Get it off your…
Read MoreCan Men and Women be Just Friends?
Can men and women be friends Can men and women be friends? JUST friends and nothing else? It's a big question and The Sugar Doctor answered it! Posted by Kia Handley on Sunday, 3 March 2019 You can listen to the show live on Monday mornings from 9:30 am on ABC Newcastle at 1233AM…
Read MoreHow do I Manage Sexual Attraction Outside my Relationship?
There are very few things that are as exciting as the spark of sexual attraction between two people. That chemistry; the sparkle in your eye, the rush of heat, the feeling of being drawn towards another, and seeing that they are drawn to you. But if you are already in a relationship, and find yourself sexually…
Read MoreCreate Strong Boundaries by Saying Yes or No
I’ve had a lot of tough lessons in the last 5 years. They have come because I am working hard. I am opening myself to reflection and hard truths about the way that I am in the world, and the impact that has on relationships. One of the most profound lessons has been the importance…
Read MoreTop 5 Relationship Challenges at Christmas
The majority of couples are faced with relationship challenges at Christmas (despite what you might see on Insta). This time of year can be so much fun! But it isn’t all reindeers and egg nog… I can still remember the worst Christmas of my life, my ex-partner had gone on a bender and come home…
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