Comments on: What Satisfied Couples Talk About, And Why You Should Care

By: Shelby

Shelby — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 18:59:35 +0000

This article is of limited benefit. It refers to satisfied couples. “Satisfied” could mean “not dissatisfied”, “marginally happy”, “neutral”, “good”, or “euphoric.”

There should have been a control group that was “unsatisfied” for a comparison of the mundane statements made between couples. This study leaves an unresolved question: do “satisfied” and “unsatisfied” couples communicate the same?

By: Jane

Jane — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 17:02:35 +0000

I think a relationship is about two people coming together when they are right for each other. It’s not about finding someone who fits, but finding someone who’s right. If these guys can’t appreciate you for who you are, then good riddance. That said, I also think that everyone likes to feel needed and appreciated. I consider myself a strong and independent woman, too. For me, it’s hard to be so open at the beginning of a relationship, but I think if I could be more open, I would attract more people who are right for me.

Also, I like this article, but I think a relationship should be filled with more compliments and laughter. I want to be in a happy relationship, not just a satisfied one.

By: Theresa Ellis

Theresa Ellis — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 16:19:27 +0000

It sounds like Mimi may be a successful, independent woman, which may intimidate some men. I had similiar issues when dating. I finally met my husband on eHarmony. The comprehensive questionnaire incorporates your economic level. I felt it was important to include compatability in monetary wants and needs when dating. My eHarmony husband and I have been married for 1 1/2 years and are raising 6 daughters! Mimi, I hope you sign up for eHarmony and take advantage of this quality service.

By: John

John — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 04:26:31 +0000

Sometimes it takes a few dates to really get a sense for compatibility. The first few times you’re with someone you tend to put on your best face. Over time, however, your real self starts slipping into conversation. Not necessarily anything bad, but things that the other person sees as a potential road block. For example someone may show signs of continual conflict with their family, coworkers, etc. That can be viewed as a sign that a person has some difficulty in maintaining healthy relationships. that may not be something a guy is interested in taking on. In that case, he has every right to walk away with no harm done, no complaints, no explanation. It’s not you, it’s him.

By: Grant Langston, Senior Director, Content

Grant Langston, Senior Director, Content — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 23:20:46 +0000

Hi Mimi,

I’m curious, why do you think men say “there’s nothing I can do for you”?

Grant

By: mimi

mimi — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 12:55:24 +0000

I cannot from the life of me to meet a nice, ordinary, self responsible and self reliable man aroung my age. We chat first and all goes well, we meet for lunnc or coffee & all goes well. We meet for dinner and still all goes well. I’ll plan a cocktail prarty aaaaaaaaaaat mu house, he excited comes,,,then that when the dog dropped. He’s instanctly busy after that. So I ask what happned and I get something like…u don’t need a man, there’s nonthing I can do for u. I don’t understand such comments. They are either intimidated by me or they meet me onday and want to move in within a week! I can’t seem to win for loosing. CAN EHARMONY HELP ME?????????