We all need and seek advice sometimes.  You're new at something and you contact experienced friends, listen to podcasts and read books for advice.  You find yourself in a new situation and reach out to someone who has been there before.  You really don't know what to do and could use some guidance. 

But there are other times we seek advice when maybe we aren't as ignorant. I texted a friend this morning to see how her date with a guy she's been seeing went last night. Her reply was exactly what I had expected after hearing about their other dates: Not great. Got any advice?

The fact is, she already knows what she needs to do...