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Chicago Tribune
8 hours ago
- General
- Chicago Tribune
Asking Eric: I feel free from family drama
Dear Eric: My wife and son got into a heated argument after he told her that he had dated a woman three times, and on the third date, he asked her if she wanted to split the bill. The woman later texted him that she didn't want to go out with him anymore. My wife told our son that it should be up to the man to pay when dating. My son strongly disagreed, telling her that she was old-fashioned and that the current practice is for those who are dating to split the expenses. Who is right? – Confused Dad Dear Dad: Dating is about finding a person who shares one's values and vision for life. One of your son's values is, apparently, sharing expenses at a certain point. This is totally fine. Dates can be expensive. My mother used to say, 'Romance without finance is a nuisance,' and I always remembered that when I wanted to go on a date, but my pockets were a little light. Your son and the woman weren't compatible in their views about paying for the date. That doesn't make him or your wife right. He was doing what works for him and openly communicating with his date about it. One hopes that he'll find someone who shares that value and has no problem splitting the check. Dear Eric: My sister stopped speaking to me because I didn't attend the wedding of her daughter, my niece. Every year I purchase very expensive seats for my husband and I to attend a two-day concert, for Father's Day. The wedding was planned on one of these days. We chose to continue our tradition. When my sister found out, she called me screaming and brought up things she'd been holding on to for years. As always, most of this was fabricated and not true. There are many issues in my family. I have been on a healing journey from cancer, other health and ancestral trauma and so on. She is 70 and I'm 75 years old. I want to live in peace and love for the rest of the life I have left. I feel free from family drama. My small immediate family is a blessing. My health, family and loving friends come first. My niece and I have a good relationship. We had dinner before the wedding, and I met her husband. I am not worried about that. Although I think of my sister often, I reflect on the family drama, and feel relieved that I am not in it anymore. We are senior citizens and should be enjoying our life. What do you think? – Want Peace and Love Dear Peace and Love: Honestly, your letter had me in the first half. I thought, 'You can't skip the concert for one year?' But this isn't really about the wedding. Your niece seems to be fine with it, from your telling. So, even if your sister had bruised feelings about your choice, it isn't really her fight. What appears to be happening here is that this event is just another inflection point in an on-going conflict. Sometimes we're in conflict with people, but sometimes they just have conflicts with us. That's the issue here. If she's bringing up issues she's had with you for years, then the wedding was just an excuse. If part of your healing journey has been setting a healthy boundary, then you should keep that boundary and not engage in further back and forth with your sister. You wrote that you want peace. Peace can always be a shared goal, but if she's not willing or interested in working toward it with you, you can step back with love. Dear Eric: I use the exercise room in my apartment. So does a neighbor who has a body odor so strong that when he is there – or has been there in the previous few hours – I open the window, turn on the fan, prop the door open and wear a mask. There is no staff to complain to. I feel that saying something to him would be crossing a line. Help! – Workout Woes Dear Workout: Although a conversation is the most direct route, it might be uncomfortable and could create a tense situation for you in the building. Because the space has no oversight, take the reins by posting a community note on the door or in the room that acknowledges the gym is a stuffy space and requests that everyone air the gym out during workouts and practices community-minded hygiene. (Think of the signs at pools that instruct swimmers to shower beforehand). Now, this depends on a level of self-awareness that your neighbor may not possess. But, short of talking to him, your next best bet is reminding him – and everyone else – that this is a shared space.
Perth Now
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Gillian Anderson wants to be 'looked at adoringly for who I am'
Gillian Anderson wants her partner to desire the real her instead of a "perfect version". The X Files star spoke about her own desires in a candid interview on Davina McCall's Begin Again podcast, praising women for sending in their personal letters and stories for her book Want and Gillian insisted talking about sex often opens up a much bigger conversation. She explained: "I think what was remarkable about the book and the conversation that it's started, was because of the courage of the women who submitted the letters. "The bigger light bulb is: 'If I'm not able to ask for what I want of the person I've been married to for 25 years, does that have any link to why I'm not able to ask for what I want in the work that I do? "And the raise that I've been thinking about asking for? Or actually to assume that I might be talented at this other thing that I haven't gone after because I've been kind of wrapped up' ... "I didn't expect the reaction that we've had and I didn't expect that these were the types of conversations that we'd be having. I've had women come up to me and say: 'This has changed my life'. And at the end of the day we're talking about courage really." She went on to add that a lot of the writing seemed to be about being "seen" and she opened up about how she wants to be looked at by her partner. Gillian - who is in a relationship with screenwriter Peter Morgan - added: "There's a lot of really, really touching writing in here and real touching honesty and part of that too which really moves me, was women writing about being seen. "Yes there's a version of a fantasy where even in my mind I look a certain way and I'm imagining that they are desiring me as that way, but actually the thing that I really want is to be looked at adoringly for who I am, and how I look and for that to be the thing that my partner is desiring - not the perfect version of it, but actually you."
Herald Sun
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Herald Sun
Gillian Anderson wants menopausal women to rethink pleasure
Don't miss out on the headlines from Lifestyle. Followed categories will be added to My News. Gillian Anderson is on a mission to help women feel free to chase their desires, even if that journey starts at 60. The face of our favourite fictional sex therapist and real-life advocate, Gillian Anderson is keeping the conversation around women's pleasure going. After combing through story after story from women describing their ultimate sexual fantasies, the author of Want intends to keep helping women explore desire, no matter their age. Pleasure doesn't stop at menopause 'Sadly, I think many women worry that at a certain age they won't be desirable anymore, or that they won't feel desire as it will disappear with menopause or post-menopause', she told Stylist. 'But, what I'm hearing is that perimenopause and menopause are almost like a new frontier, where women feel more curious and bolder than they perhaps were previously.' The 56-year-old has previously spoken about her own experience with early menopause, saying, it 'felt like somebody else had taken over (her) brain'. But according to some of the entries in Want, the tide may be turning. Image: Getty Speaking to Hello about the taboo of sex and menopause, she said, 'I'm constantly struck by how many women of my age and younger know very little about menopause. It's just such a peculiar thing that in this day and age there isn't more out there that is accessible to women from a very young age.' But according to some of the entries in Want, the tide may be turning. 'I've heard from women in their late 50s and 60s who are on dating apps and are getting interest from much younger men, and I think that's f*cking fascinating', Anderson said in her recent interview. 'Women are starting to realise that life does not end at 50 or at menopause and that there is a whole new world of pleasure out there that they can embrace and lean into', the actress added. Image: Getty A study from London Metropolitan University, funded by Womanizer's Pleasure Fund, found that peri or post-menopausal women in relationships with younger men reported fewer menopause symptoms, while others found that orgasms could also lead to a reduction in the severity of their symptoms. So this could be a self-care practice, really. 'Women are starting to realise that life does not end at 50 or at menopause and that there is a whole new world of pleasure out there that they can embrace and lean into', the actress added. She wants women to 'embrace desire' Despite very much being public knowledge by now, the orgasm gap doesn't seem to be shrinking. She acknowledged that the cultural shift in representation of women's desire, particularly in popular books and shows, may be helping many think deeply about what they really want, perhaps for the first time. A 2024 study found that 70 to 85 per cent of men reported higher orgasm rates during sex, no matter their sexuality, compared to 46 to 58 per cent for women. Anderson, whose next book has already been confirmed, said she wants women reading her work to 'to feel like they finally have that permission to explore and to embrace desire, rather than run away from it'. How pop culture is helping women think about what they want She acknowledged that the cultural shift in representation of women's desire, particularly in popular books and shows, may be helping many think deeply about what they really want, perhaps for the first time. 'When we see these discussions in a public or cultural space, it gives us permission to step into that space and ask difficult questions'. Image: @gilliana on Instagram 'When we see these discussions in a public or cultural space, it gives us permission to step into that space and ask difficult questions', she said. 'All of a sudden, as women, we realise that there are concerns, issues, taboos and rules that might historically be different for us compared to men, and we want to do something about changing the narrative.' Originally published as Gillian Anderson wants menopausal women to rethink pleasure
Courier-Mail
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Courier-Mail
Gillian Anderson wants menopausal women to rethink pleasure
Don't miss out on the headlines from Lifestyle. Followed categories will be added to My News. Gillian Anderson is on a mission to help women feel free to chase their desires, even if that journey starts at 60. The face of our favourite fictional sex therapist and real-life advocate, Gillian Anderson is keeping the conversation around women's pleasure going. After combing through story after story from women describing their ultimate sexual fantasies, the author of Want intends to keep helping women explore desire, no matter their age. Pleasure doesn't stop at menopause 'Sadly, I think many women worry that at a certain age they won't be desirable anymore, or that they won't feel desire as it will disappear with menopause or post-menopause', she told Stylist. 'But, what I'm hearing is that perimenopause and menopause are almost like a new frontier, where women feel more curious and bolder than they perhaps were previously.' The 56-year-old has previously spoken about her own experience with early menopause, saying, it 'felt like somebody else had taken over (her) brain'. But according to some of the entries in Want, the tide may be turning. Image: Getty Speaking to Hello about the taboo of sex and menopause, she said, 'I'm constantly struck by how many women of my age and younger know very little about menopause. It's just such a peculiar thing that in this day and age there isn't more out there that is accessible to women from a very young age.' But according to some of the entries in Want, the tide may be turning. 'I've heard from women in their late 50s and 60s who are on dating apps and are getting interest from much younger men, and I think that's f*cking fascinating', Anderson said in her recent interview. 'Women are starting to realise that life does not end at 50 or at menopause and that there is a whole new world of pleasure out there that they can embrace and lean into', the actress added. Image: Getty A study from London Metropolitan University, funded by Womanizer's Pleasure Fund, found that peri or post-menopausal women in relationships with younger men reported fewer menopause symptoms, while others found that orgasms could also lead to a reduction in the severity of their symptoms. So this could be a self-care practice, really. 'Women are starting to realise that life does not end at 50 or at menopause and that there is a whole new world of pleasure out there that they can embrace and lean into', the actress added. She wants women to 'embrace desire' Despite very much being public knowledge by now, the orgasm gap doesn't seem to be shrinking. She acknowledged that the cultural shift in representation of women's desire, particularly in popular books and shows, may be helping many think deeply about what they really want, perhaps for the first time. A 2024 study found that 70 to 85 per cent of men reported higher orgasm rates during sex, no matter their sexuality, compared to 46 to 58 per cent for women. Anderson, whose next book has already been confirmed, said she wants women reading her work to 'to feel like they finally have that permission to explore and to embrace desire, rather than run away from it'. How pop culture is helping women think about what they want She acknowledged that the cultural shift in representation of women's desire, particularly in popular books and shows, may be helping many think deeply about what they really want, perhaps for the first time. 'When we see these discussions in a public or cultural space, it gives us permission to step into that space and ask difficult questions'. Image: @gilliana on Instagram 'When we see these discussions in a public or cultural space, it gives us permission to step into that space and ask difficult questions', she said. 'All of a sudden, as women, we realise that there are concerns, issues, taboos and rules that might historically be different for us compared to men, and we want to do something about changing the narrative.' Originally published as Gillian Anderson wants menopausal women to rethink pleasure
Pink Villa
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Kang Han Na, Seo In Guk's Better Late Than Single Ep 4-6 Release: Date, where to watch on OTT, what to expect, more
Forget the picture-perfect love stories we've seen a hundred times. Better Late Than Single brings something refreshingly real to the world of reality TV. Singles in their late 20s and 30s, who have never dated before, take their very first steps into romance. The result? Awkward encounters, sweet moments, and a whole lot of personal growth that viewers can't help but root for. Following its heartfelt debut, the show has been gaining buzz across social media. If you're looking for your next binge, this might just be it. When and where to watch Better Late Than Single episodes 4–6 The first three episodes of Better Late Than Single premiered on July 8, 2025. And now fans are eagerly awaiting the next batch. The good news? You won't have to wait long. Episodes 4, 5, and 6 are set to release on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, exclusively on Netflix. Global streaming time: 12:30 PM IST / 4:00 PM KST Each episode is approximately one hour long, making it ideal for your weekday viewing queue. The series will consist of 10 episodes total, with more releases planned in the following weeks. What's Better Late Than Single about? The show is directed by Jo Wook Hyung. It brings together a group of Korean men and women who are confronting the world of love and dating for the very first time in their lives. With no past experience in romance, these 'eternal singles' are stepping into a six-week experience for the first time. The goal is to help them build confidence, self-awareness, and, hopefully, romantic connections. From emotional heart-to-hearts to guided overnight dates, the show provides a structured environment. It's filled with activities like makeovers, communication training, and even customized feedback sessions to help the participants open up. It's not just a dating show, it's a personal growth story disguised as one. The Korean title, loosely translating to 'Even Though I've Never Dated Before, I Want to Date,' captures the honest and hopeful tone of the series. Meet the Spark Makers: Kang Han Na, Seo In Guk, more Helping these late bloomers through their journey are four well-known Korean celebrities, dubbed the 'Spark Makers.' More than just observers, they take an active role in coaching and encouraging. They emotionally support the contestants throughout the experience. Kang Han Na, a popular actress Seo In Guk, a multitalented singer and actor Car, the Garden, an indie musician Lee Eun Ji, a witty and relatable broadcaster These four not only watch from the sidelines but regularly meet with the contestants to understand their personalities, struggles, and romantic progress. Whether you've dated for years or have yet to go on your first date, Better Late Than Single offers a heartfelt reminder that love can begin at any time. And that it's okay to start slow, awkward, and unsure.
