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Patti,
I am a 21 year old college student and am in a committed, monogamous relationship with my 28 year old boyfriend of 2 1/2 years. While I recognize I still have a lot of learning and growth to do, do you think that someone cannot experience true love at my age? Is it somehow wrong or naive of me to be excited about working towards this common goal? What "stage of life" (rather than specific age) do you think is best to enter into marriage?
Cat
Cat, you’re in a catch-22. On the one hand, you’re young and haven’t experienced life – you may be smart, but you have no wisdom. On the other hand, your heart is telling you you’re in love and that this is the ONE. The question you have to ask yourself is, “What’s more important to me… finishing the stage of life that is freedom, or taking the next step.” That’s a question you have to ask yourself seriously. The one thing you don’t want to do is take the wrong step.
Hi Patti!
I've just started watching your show, and now I'm addicted! I'm 21, and I've dated 6 gay men before, one being my ex-fiancé of two years. I'm usually the first person (even before their parents or friends) they "come out" to because they say I'm so accepting of people. I like a sensitive, well-kept man with my same interests (stereotypical of gay men). How can you tell if a guy is gay, or just metro? Why do gay men date women (if they say they knew all along?!) And WHY do they come out to ME? Thanks!
Dawn
Dawn, STOP IT. There are PLENTY of well-kept men out in the world that aren’t gay. What, are you picking them up at gay bars? You know what you’re doing, and why you’re doing it. This sounds more like a person that is purposely sabotaging their own love life because they’re afraid to be in serious relationship more than anything else.
- 04/18/2009 - 10:50am
- joanne
hi patti, love the show but, one thing that bothers me is that you mention penis tooo much. enough already we know they have them and they think with them. one more thing, i dont think you need so much hair. get a new style, your over due. sorry if i hurt your feelings, i do like your show.
- 04/18/2009 - 8:51am
- Janet K
Patti honey...I'm an "old" broad - married 34 years - YIKES!! I say you go for what makes you totally happy, don't over think it - just go with the flow - I'm tellin' ya. If your man loves you, he'll love you unconditionally with your decision. A marriage "certificate" is a piece of paper - your love for each other will long last that paper. You're strong, intelligent, quick witted, and have a true love soul, and you're wise enough to know what's right for you. BTW, I just love your show - maybe expand to "older" peeps looking for companionship and love for their "golden" years....YIKES! Where's Dr. Nettles when you need him.
Keep up the great work you do - and continue to enjoy your life - Janet
- 04/18/2009 - 8:25am
- angela
Hey, Patty
I wanted to say a few things but first off let me say that I love your show. I am 33 and still single. I have been pretty content because I am a very independant woman, but I wanted to see if you could suggest the best places to meet men because I haven't had any luck with the recent set ups.
- 04/18/2009 - 4:35am
- Viewer
Hi Patti,
Your an amazing person, doing what your doing for people. I am 20 years old. I'm fun, young and energetic. I'm ready to settle down, have a family and find a great guy who is successful, loves to travel and has the same goals in life. I live in Vancouver, BC and find it very hard to find a guy here or anywhere that wants the same things. I don't like to party but have friends over for dinner parties and go to gala's etc. A lot of my friends are twice my age and are all happily married. Do you have any advice on how to find someone who is looking for the same things? or Any suggestions for men.
Thanks For all the great advice and tips and look forward to hearing from you!
- 04/17/2009 - 11:09pm
- Katie
Patti,
I need help! I'm still in love with the guy who dumped me last year. We dated for two years and i can't seem to get over it regardless of what I do. How much longer until I can be happy again?!
- 04/17/2009 - 10:18pm
- Lisa
Hi Patti,
Love your show, I love how you handle your clients!!! I have to echo maile's comment about you going to other states. Keep up the great work I will always be a fan.
- 04/17/2009 - 8:17pm
- stuck
Hi Patti! Love your show! I never miss an episode! Can you give me some advice? I'm 28 and I've been in a relationship for 1.5 years with a nice guy. My issue is that I've been pretty passive about the entire thing because I'm not in love with him. I like him and think he's a good person and a great boyfriend but no sparks. From the beginning he was the aggressor...approaching me, asking me out and referring to me as his girlfriend before actually asking me if I wanted to be. I just went along with it because he was nice company and other dates I'd been on before him were horrible. I never meant for this to even last this long but just kept going along with it through all the relationship milestones...holidays, meeting fam, anniversary, etc... i was content keeping things low-key and casual but he would keep pushing for taking the next step (like meeting fam or taking vacations together) to make things more serious even though he said he told me he didn't mind keeping things casual. I kept telling him that I wasn't interested in a serious relationship but didn't break up with him so we just continued on as a couple. After a while i thought maybe I'd fall for him since he can be really sweet (if a bit too sensitive and submissive) but it hasn't happened. He says he loves me though...so I feel a bit bad that he's in love and I'm not. I really really like him but its definitely not love. I feel that if I stay with him like I've been doing, I'd just be settling and not really be happy. Sometimes I think that if I end things, I may never meet my "mr. right" and will regret letting him go. My friends are dying to meet someone as good as my boyfriend so I keep wondering why I'm not head over heels for him since he's a great person and a good boyfriend... I just don't feel any passion for him...and I think I'm nuts for not being able to feel for him like he does for me. It's not like I want to get married...just don't think its for me; but I do want someone in my life...is it too much to ask for some physical attraction and passion included in the package? I want a good boyfriend, a great relationship...but I also don't want to be bored.
- 04/17/2009 - 8:02pm
- Viewer
Hi Patti,
I have been in many bad abusive controlling relationships. I am from Australia and would love to send you some of my pics. I definately need help, I feel trapped, used and unappreciated. The guy I am currently with freaks if a guy even talks to me, then went and cheated with escorts because he says I cheated when I didn't. He gave them money while nickel and diming me and compleltely betrayed and dishonored any way he could. Please help!
- 04/17/2009 - 7:19pm
- Mak
Hi Patti
I saw you on Tyra Banks' talk show and you read off a list of cities where men out number the women. Would you please send me that list? I'm thinking of a change and I'm would relocate.
Thanks,
Mak
- 04/17/2009 - 7:08pm
- Ashley
Hi Patti!
I am 22 years old and a size 14. How important is a girls weight to a guy? Will it prevent me from falling in love? I try dieting, but it doesn't work and I'm scared I will never meet a man that will love me because of it!What do you think?? Thank you!!
and ps. I think you are SO awesome! I love your personality and thing you are absolutely amazing at what you do!!!!
- 04/17/2009 - 6:48pm
- Sunny
Aloha Patti,
My husband and I enjoy watching your show. The recent episode where you saw a psychic to check on your love life - if after 4 years you're not sure you want to marry someone or you're wondering if they're your soulmate - well, they're not. When you're with the right person, you know it. Been there, done that. Just thought I'd share.
Aloha,
Lois
- 04/17/2009 - 6:33pm
- Cheryl
I've watched your show from the beginning. I really like the concept but you really should help these guys more. Like the guy who peed in front of his date. OMG. The hair, the jewelry, the clothes, the mannerisms. These guys should be told from the get go you are in charge and there is a reason they are single. You need at least a week to cool these guys up before they meet anyone. Employ a clothes/lifestyle stylist and a hairstylist. I realize time is money but OMG who would want some of these guys no matter how much money they have.Ick. Good luck to you, Patti
- 04/17/2009 - 6:32pm
- Kristina
Hey Patti...just an FYI; I saw the show yesterday with Josie on it the second time. You know, the one where she tries to insult you and your staff while "gatecrashing". You do know that she was on that other cable "game/reality" show Battle of the Bods. I can't remember the station; it's obvious that she is portraying herself this way on purpose in an attempt to get her own reality show. She was the same way on Battle of the Bods. She said that she was a model for Playboy or Penthouse and was treating the other truly beautiful women like doo doo. Again, it's obvious what she is trying to do. If I were you, I wouldn't let anything she says or does get under your skin. She wants a reaction. I would have her arrested for trespassing and/or stalking whenever that animal is near!!! - Kristina
- 04/17/2009 - 5:35pm
- Tamika
Hi Patti,
I am a faithful watcher of the show. I learn a lot, on a weekly basis. I do have a question, though. I am a divorced mother of 3 girls. Have a pretty solid job, but I am in school for law. I have been in this on again off again relationship with a man whom I feel is my soul mate. We just never seemed to have the proper timing, and now that he has gone ove to fight the war and has a girlfreind, he has admitted that he was in love with two women, and that I was one of them. What should I do in this situation. Wait for him or move on? My kids deserve the life that we could provide, not money wise, just the love. This is weighing heavily in my mind, and your insight would be great.
- 04/17/2009 - 5:11pm
- Viewer
Hello Patti!
I absolutely adore your show and believe in what you do 100%. You tell people what they need to hear, though they may not appreciate it or like it, to prepare them for true love.
I think that blonde hussy with the shameless see-through dress who had the audacity to question what you do and your relationship should take a look at herself before she casts stones at you. I think you look fabulous and hope to someday be so fortunate. I thought you handled her in a respectable way and loved hearing that for some waiting to marry can be the right step. I've been dating my soulmate for the past year and a half and I know he's the one, but why should I rush this stage of my life? I'm enjoying life as it is now.
I would totally work for you if it weren't L.A. so I'm praying you expand!
- 04/17/2009 - 4:45pm
- Merna
Patti,
I watch your show weekly and love it! After last nights episode I wanted to commend you for taking your heartfelt stance on Marriage and personal choice. I have always known, that marriage may not be for me too. My goals haven't always been marriage and I have been judged for it for years. I, too, feel comfortable with the Oprah type of relationship.
However, I know who I am and love my life. My career goals are high and this is a large part of my life also.
Thank you for taking this public stance and talking about this much needed topic.
Merna
- 04/17/2009 - 2:52pm
- Cecilia
Hey Patti,
First of all let my say I absolutely love your show.My name is Cecilia and I have been in a relationship with a guy going on 5 years. I am 23 years old and I want a future with him but he still doesnt know what he wants with me in the future. Should I continue to stick around waiting for him to want marriage and the whole shabang or should I just give up?
- 04/17/2009 - 2:16pm
- maile
hey patti,
my name is maile im from hawaii, and i watch your show every week. i think that your amazing and what you do is great, i was wondering would you ever expand your business to other states, i think you would do well. well let me know... thanks for doing what you do. maile...
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