Author: Jackie Pilossoph

      In my Love Essentially column, published two days ago in Chicago Tribune Media Group papers, I give dating, marriage and divorce advice that could lead to a better love life in 2015, if you're willing to make these New Year's resolutions. ...

Divorce at Christmas and other holidays is tough for anyone. Family traditions are gone, loneliness is magnified, the pressure to have fun is felt, and watching the kids is gut-wrenching.  Read this divorced mom's story about divorce at Christmas...

"How do you know if you love someone is the question I answer in this article in response to a reader: Jackie, I have been dating a woman for four years now. She has a lot of problems with her adult son, who is autistic. He is college educated, but...

Having trouble in healing after divorce? This reader is: I My ex husband and I were together for 8 years when he told me he wasn't happy and that he was done. I tried marriage counseling and he put no effort into it. How do I get over all of this...

Family celebrations can feel like a nightmare when you are getting divorced. The anticipation of the event can feel stressful, the actual event can feel awkward and uncomfortable, and instead of looking forward to what should be a happy occasion, you...