The Art of Love With Lucia

What should you do if you're dating someone who is "nice" but there is little to no chemistry?  Should you wait to see if things change or end it right away?  Dating/relationship expert Lucia explains why "nice" is not always the best criteria for picking a mate.

Does the 3-day rule still work, or did it ever?  Should you wait to call someone when you get their number or is it okay to call within 24 hours?  Dating/relationship expert Lucia breaks it down for you.

This week's email is from a guy who's interested in a woman on a dating site who seems to be out of his league.  He currently doesn't have a job or a car and wonders if there's any hope.  Dating/relationship expert Lucia advises him as to what he should do.

Are you impatient and restless about finding the love of your life?  Do you wish they were here already and wonder what's taking so long?  Find out how the story of a couple moving a mattress can be an inspiration while you're waiting.

Is it a good idea to ask your friends for advice on your love life?  What are the downfalls of getting help from someone who isn't a professional?  Dating/relationship expert Lucia explains why friends often do more harm than good.

What's the best way to bond with a guy?  Does having long phone conversations or texting sessions lead to bonding?  Dating/relationship expert Lucia reveals what is the best way to bond with a guy.

Is a "friends with benefits" relationship a good idea or should you hold out for someone who wants a real relationship?  What are the benefits and who gets them?  Dating/relationship expert Lucia breaks it down for you.

Is there anything good that can come from a breakup, even a temporary one?  Dating/relationship expert Lucia discusses what updating an app has in common with losing someone who's important to you.

Whether you're male or female, single or in a relationship, you have an opinion about Valentine's Day.  Love it or hate it, find out how to get through the day and why guys have such a problem with it!

If you're not having much luck with online dating, you may be making a mistake in your first email, when you contact a woman you're interested in.  Dating/relationship expert Lucia reveals what you may be doing wrong and how to fix it.

Did a guy break up with you and not give you a good reason as to why?  Dating/relationship expert Lucia reveals the common mistake women make that leaves men with no choice but to end the relationshp.

Is there a certain type of woman that men are more drawn to?  Yes!  Dating/relationship expert Lucia reveals what it is and what to do to be that woman.

What can you do if your girlfriend doesn't want to have sex with you, even though your sex life was hot and heavy in the beginning?  Dating/relationship expert Lucia offers insight into this dilemma.

Most, if not all dating sites, have a lot more men than women, so the odds are stacked against you if you're a guy.  If your calling card, your profile photo, sucks, the odds are even worse!  Dating/relationship expert Lucia tells you exactly what you need to do to make sure you're not ignored online.

"Love is life.  If you miss love, you miss life."  Don't miss out on love!  Find out what you can do to be more open to bringing love into your life.

Is it ever a good idea to date a co-worker?  What are the pros and cons of dating someone you work with?  Dating/relationship expert Lucia breaks it down for you.

Is it a good idea to date a woman from the gym or is it taboo?  What's the best way to meet a woman while working out?  Dating/relationship expert Lucia gives tips to make sure you don't crash and burn while lifting.

Is it ever ok for a guy to ask a woman out at the last minute?  How do women feel about being asked out on short notice?  Dating/Relationship expert Lucia reveals if and how to do this.

What advice does dating/relationship expert Lucia have for a woman who is still living with her ex while dating one of his friends?  You don't want to miss this!

Is rushing into a relationship/marriage, ever a good idea?  if not, is there an exception?  Dating/Relationship expert Lucia sets the record straight.

Are you working too hard to find love?  Are you worn out from reading all your emails on dating sites or mindless socializing that doesn't lead to anything?  Fear not! Dating/relationship expert Lucia has the solution to your dilemma.

Is there any way to know when someone is really, really into you, without actually having to ask?  Dating/relationship expert Lucia reveals 4 surefire signs to look for.

What's the best way to handle a situation when a woman you're dating has stopped speaking to you?  Is there any way to get her to talk?  Dating/Relationship expert Lucia reveals the best way to handle this.

What's going on when you have sex with a guy for the 1st time and you don't hear from him again?  Dating expert Lucia reveals all the possible explanations for his behavior.

Do you have trust "issues"? Do you find it hard to trust men?  Dating expert Lucia reveals the easiest way to know if someone can be trusted.