Feel-Good Ways to Handle Disapproval
At Kelleher International, we think it’s beneficial to know how to handle disapproval of relationships with grace. Couples face romantic scrutiny for all kinds of reasons – interracial, sexual orientation, differing religions, age gap, wealth disparity, lifestyle choices. If you find yourself on the receiving end of sideways glances and disapproving family members, it’s essential … Continued
Lost in Love
Losing yourself in a relationship is all too common. For many, it’s the model you grew up witnessing as a child; so it feels natural. Maybe it was one parent’s needs consistently put before the other’s. Or a voiceless participant in the romantic partnership doing everything possible to please the other at the expense of … Continued
Emotional Triggers Around Dating
As matchmakers at Kelleher International, we notice a pattern with emotional triggers around dating. Have you felt the energy shift after a few successful dates and wonder what happened? Things seemed to be going great. And you’re confident you were vibing. And then, bam! With little or no warning, your date’s mood changed. They started … Continued
Your Healthy Relationship Is One Story Away
At Kelleher International, we may be the executive search firm for your love life, but after that, it’s your job to build a healthy relationship. One of the most powerful ways to find and have a healthy relationship is to evaluate the stories we tell ourselves. Stories have always played a significant role in the … Continued
The Ex-Factor
At Kelleher International, we coach clients through talking about exes. And when and why it’s appropriate. The ex-factor can be an uncomfortable conversation depending on your past. But there comes a point in dating when relationship baggage surfaces and talking about exes becomes imperative. Timing can be tricky, but making space for the dialogue after … Continued
Inconveniently Awesome: The Truth on Timing in Relationships
Right timing in relationships feels elusive for most singles on the hampster wheel of online dating. In fact, many women approach Kelleher International after getting fed up with the insanity of the chase. As matchmakers, we meet amazing women doing extraordinary things with their lives. But finding a loving partner who is ready, willing, and … Continued