The Susan Winter Show

Power differences between partners can set the stage for ongoing relationship issues. From insecurity, jealousy and feeling devalued, to feeling a false sense of safety and superiority — trading up too high or down too low in a mate will create internal chaos. Here's how to get the power structure re-stabilized, and to your favor.

Learning to love is like learning how to drive a car. We need formal instruction and behind-the-wheel training. Here's how to understand your “manual” and prepare yourself for any type of terrain.

Anyone who's been on the losing end of a breakup fantasizes about gaining the upper hand over their ex. This can only happen when you've taken the time to reinvest in yourself.  Newfound confidence is sexy and enticing, especially to your ex. When you're no longer under their thumb, you've gained the upper hand.

Your new mate's just given you an excuse that feels lame. Before you spin out of control, pause. Here's the best way to handle suspecting a lie, while hoping to preserve a new relationship and get to the truth.

Deal breakers are fluid in new relationships. When we're really into someone, we'll overlook things we said we didn't want in a partner. Yet, when we're not fully connecting to our mate, a minor infraction becomes a “reason” to exit. Here's the difference between a valid deal breaker and the perfect excuse to leave a new relationship.

You've patched up your relationship. Things are going well. But you're wondering if the issues of the past are really gone. Here's how to make the necessary changes you need to make your love last.

You've got shared attraction and ongoing communication. You're definitely in the game. But, you're not getting a solid green light for romance. Here's how to pivot to a hard YES with your date, or tally up your odds and adjust accordingly.

Imagined jealousies, irrational fears and trust issues place a heavy burden on the partner whose mate has insecurity issues. Here's how to manage your participation in your partner's fears while maintaining peace in your relationship.

There are times when outer conditions affect our inner sense of dating worthiness. If you've experienced a limitation you ‘think' is an issue, this video holds your prescription for feeling better about yourself in the world of romance and attraction.

Breakups are crushing no matter when they occur. But holiday breakups have a different meaning. It's a time of reassessment, and a time of honesty. Sometimes that's the most noble intention your ex is able to offer you.  Here's how to see the holiday breakup in a different light.