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Discipline for a Successful Love Life: Your Secret Weapon — Be Your Own Brand of Sexy

Dr. Susan Edelman
7 min readAug 24, 2024

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Jennifer, a successful 52-year-old marketing executive, sits across from Michael, a handsome professor she has met online. They are at a cozy wine bar, and the conversation flows easily.

When Michael casually asks about her past relationships, Jennifer launches into a detailed account of her ex-husband’s shortcomings and their painful divorce. Five minutes into her monologue, she notices Michael’s smile has become fixed, his eyes darting occasionally to his watch. The easy rapport they’ve established earlier has cooled.

As they part ways, Michael’s “I’ll be in touch” sounds vague and noncommittal. Walking to her car, Jennifer feels a sinking feeling in her stomach. She has shared far too much, too soon.

Sound familiar? Many of us have been there — that moment when we realize we’ve let our guard down a bit too far, a bit too fast. It’s a common pitfall in the dating world, especially for those re-entering the scene after a long relationship or divorce.

But what if there was a way to avoid these missteps? What if you could present your best self consistently, maintaining mystery and intrigue while still being authentic?

This is where self-discipline in achieving relationship goals becomes crucial…

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Dr. Susan Edelman
Dr. Susan Edelman

Written by Dr. Susan Edelman

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