This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.

Health & Fitness

Say Hello to "Dear Dude"

"Dear Dude" is an online advice column designed to offer contemporary insights from the male perspective on all things around life, love and the pursuit of happiness.

"Dear Dude" is an online advice column designed to offer contemporary insights from the male perspective on all things around life, love and the pursuit of happiness.

The "dude" behind "Dear Dude" has been offering personal and professional advice to scores of contemporaries and colleagues for more than 25 years.

Please note that the "dude" in "Dear Dude" is not "The Dude" from The Big Lebowski, brilliantly played by Jeff Bridges.

Also note that the “dude” is not a licensed psychotherapist that charges hundreds of dollars and hour nor has a recliner or an ottoman.  This column is meant to offer friendly advice with a little fun, where appropriate.

Connect with Mr. Dude at deardude@optimum.net

Find out what's happening in Riverheadfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

The views expressed in this post are the author's own. Want to post on Patch?