Nubian Connections
The Journal
Thoughts on love, intentional dating and intercultural relationships, with honest advice for those who are ready for something real.
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A situation you are not sure how to handle? Readers share their stories, and Coach Ena answers with honesty and care. Always anonymous.
Coach EnaFounder of Nubian Connections International and certified coach trained in positive psychology, she helps women and men move beyond what holds them back and raise their standards to flourish in love.
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“After So Many Disappointments, Is a Matchmaking Agency Right for Me?”
Disappointment after disappointment, Nadia, 41, has lost faith in men and in herself. Should she try a matchmaking agency? Coach Ena answers.
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“He Says He’s Not Ready for a Relationship. Should I Wait?”
Eight months together, but he says he is not ready for a relationship. Coach Ena answers Amara, 37, with five honest pieces of advice.
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The First Months of a Relationship: 10 Things That Make It Last
The first months of a relationship lay the foundations for everything that follows. Ten things that help a promising start become something lasting.
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How Long Does It Take to Find a Serious Relationship? A Realistic Guide
Nobody can promise you a date. Here is what really influences how long it takes to find a serious relationship, and how to make…
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Interracial Dating: What Truly Matters When Dating a Black or Mixed-Heritage Woman
Attraction is only the beginning. What accomplished women of African, Caribbean and mixed heritage say truly matters in an interracial relationship, and how to…
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Why Accomplished Men Are Choosing Matchmaking Over Dating Apps
More accomplished men are stepping away from dating apps and choosing personal matchmaking. Here is why intentional dating works better when you are ready…
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