Jane and Bob had an affair. Her marriage to Richard had hit the rocks. No one ended up happy. Now please listen to Dr. Harley's analysis of what happened. Dr. Harley asks.
Emotions are powerful.
Your emotions are powerful. Unless you discipline your emotions, people will be hurt. You'll be hurt, and it's not just the need for affection, the emotion that led to Jane and Richard's troubles. Having counseled for over 25 years, Dr. Harley writes that women tend to want not only affection, but also plenty of conversation, honesty in relationships, and family commitment, among other things. You have these emotions.