The Art of Love With Lucia

In this podcast, dating/relationship expert Lucia tells the story of how her cat Boo Boo helped her break up with someone first as a girlfriend and then as a friend.  Find out how your pets can help you decide who to date and why you shouldn't date someone you wouldn't trust to look after your furry friend.

What does it mean when someone breaks up with you and says, "it's not you, it's me"?  Is it true or does it mean something else?  Dating/relationship expert Lucia reveals the answer while responding to an email from a woman whose boyfriend has broken up with her.

Do you worry that if you say "No" to the people you're dating, that they won't like you anymore or that they'll leave?  Do you constantly put others' needs before yours?  You may be a "people pleaser".  Dating/relationship expert Lucia explains where this personality trait comes from and how to start putting yourself first.

How do you keep the sex exciting in a long term relationship?  What are some common misconceptions people have about sex?  Dating/relationship expert Lucia answers these questions and more in this upbeat interview with dating coach Devan Brown.

Is it ever a good idea to remain friends with an ex?  If so, under what circumstances?  A recent study shows that staying friends with an ex says something about your personality - and it's not flattering!  Dating/relationship expert Lucia explains why, most of the time, you should not remain friends with an ex.

It's safe to say that most people are not totally honest in their online dating profile.  What do men lie about vs what do women lie about? If you hate it when women lie about their age or if you hate having to reveal your age, find out how dating/relationship expert Lucia says you should handle this touchy situation.

What is a "love zombie" and what should you do when you encounter one?  Should you run screaming in the other direction or embrace them?  Dating/relationship Lucia expert reveals what to do when someone you've dated in the past returns "from the dead".

Should you date someone less attractive than you normally would, so that they'll treat you better?  Will a relationship with someone "ugly" work out better because they'll be so grateful to be dating you?  Find out what dating/relationship expert Lucia says are the factors that determine whether something will work out.

What's the first thing you should do when someone breaks up with you?  Should you ask why, beg them to reconsider or simply say "Ok"?  Dating/relationship expert Lucia reveals the 1 simple thing you must do if you want the best chance at having your partner change their mind.

When it comes to dating and relationships, people often "play themselves".  They don't know how to relieve the anxiety they feel, so they behave in ways that give them short term relief but long term negative consequences.  Dating/relationship expert Lucia goes through some dating scenarios where people often end up making things worse and reveals what to do instead.