However, there's a different type of person out there. I was married to one. I have known of others. And they have a different set of criteria. They have flexibility when it comes to transparency and honesty.
When a woman files for divorce a man loses half of his wealth instantly and 70% of his kids' time.
My love and influence were dimmed by 70%. It's a shame when this happens to good dads or moms.
Alignment with our hearts and minds is only useful if there is heat to fuel your adventures together. Let's keep the fires burning, while jointly navigating the star maps. Our destination might be unknown, but our partnership gets more solid and joyful with each passing day we spend together.
This Father's Day I will recommit to being the best father I can be. I will strengthen my relationship with my kids whenever possible.
If my friend is staying in the "dating" and "fooling around" mode, he's not going to gain any long-term insights.
"That was amazing. I really loved the way you placed my hands and let me know you were going to come. I'm not worried about my orgasm. I'm happy to keep my fires stoked for the next encounter." Figuring sex out together.
I don't want to be an exhausted artist any more than I want to be a starving artist. Both are contraindications to happiness.