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If you’re not already living your best life its time to do the hokey pokey and turn yourself around. I challenge you to put your whole self in! An extraordinary life well lived and well told is an inside job.
Here are 10 tips to get you headed in your highest and best direction:
1. Be ... Views: 1788
Divorce can be a long and expensive process if you do not know what you are doing. In order to avoid having a long and expensive divorce, we recommend that you follow a certain number of ground rules about divorce. This ground rules are what you might call ‘common sense’, but as you know ... Views: 1787
Getting the right type of divorce advice depends on what type of divorce advice you want and what you want to use it for. When looking for advice about divorce, it is smart to clearly define what you are seeking the advice for so you can be sure to look in the right places.
Seems simple enough ... Views: 1786
Dear Dr. Romance:
I would like to know if it's possible to make your wike fall in love with you again? She just recently announced to me that she wanted to go our seperate ways. I am devestaded we have 2 kids together and she told me that she just grew appart from me. I'm madly in love ... Views: 1786
Most couples can name several ways in which they’re opposites: neatness versus sloppiness; extroversion versus introversion; being high-strung versus laid-back preferring city versus country living, etc. And I'm sure you have something in mind that's specific to you. It’s true that quite often ... Views: 1785
3 Must Do's + 2 Don'ts That Can Help You Today
Are you about to be dumped? Your mate/date is losing interest? The signs are: lack of attention in conversation and being together; irritability -- refusal to talk about it, no sex or less interest. Here's what to do if you ARE dumped.
1. DO ... Views: 1784
When I first starting hearing about the increasing popularity of divorce parties, the first word that popped into my head was "tasteless." I had always thought of divorce parties as something that only the bitterest of women would consider. I also had concerns about whether these parties ... Views: 1784
Before a divorce, during, and after getting a divorce you need to concern yourself with credit... credit establishment, credit files and credit scores. Though divorce and credit is a concern for both men and woman, woman tend to have the greater credit difficulty due to societal standards. ... Views: 1782
After the honeymoon period in a relationship is over, and our partner raises complaints about us, or does things we don't agree with or is somehow absent, we often start to make or draw slightly negative conclusions about them or the relationship. Typically it starts off as a thought one day, ... Views: 1782
Better relationship? The Chicago Cubs? You may be asking what the two have in common. Back in 2003, it was extremely disappointing watching the 7th game between the Chicago Cubs and the Florida Marlins. The game started out great and somewhere along the way, it headed south. There were many Cub ... Views: 1781
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Dr Romance:
Should you stay in your marriage?
Marriage can be frustrating and disappointing, especially if you don't have the skills to fix it. But giving in to the frustration and leaving may turn out to be the worst thing you ever did.
Consider these ... Views: 1780
7 Tips To Keep Your Marriage On Track When Helping Family Members
If your parents are elderly and becoming infirm, or if there are others who require special care in your family, due to disability or illness the situation you will need to figure out how to maintain a balance between your ... Views: 1779
Dear Dr. Romance:
Recently I have been trying to cope with the most traumatic experience of my entire life. I am a grandmother and homemaker who has been deserted by my spouse and left both homeless and penniless. (I am staying at the home of a friend now.) After weeks of ... Views: 1779
At this point in your divorce journey, you may have already done some research. You may have already talked to a lawyer. You may have already gone on some support forums to see if others have experienced the same crap that you are feeling right now. Some of what others on the forums, or what ... Views: 1778
On the list of major life stressors, divorce comes in second; only the death of a spouse is first. It used to be that the death of a spouse was the number one reason why marriages ended. Now it's divorce (Steiner, Suarez, Sells, & Wykes, 2011). And, even though people are aware of the ... Views: 1777
Emotions can run riot during separation or divorce. High value topics such as child custody, property division, child support and security get shuffled with advice and criticism from all corners, to create a mental tangle that can shake up even the coolest customer. Add a couple of divorce ... Views: 1776
My Husband Was Fired From His Job: Dealing With Husband Being Fired - What To Do When Your Husband Gets Fired
If your spouse loses his or her job, it can be a very scary situation. You may wonder how in the world your family will pay the bills you receive each month - or even how you're ... Views: 1775
My Wife Has Lost Her Feelings for Me: My Wife No Longer Has Feelings for Me
My wife has lost her feelings for me isn't something you ever want to hear yourself saying. Even though we're all well aware of the staggering divorce rates, we still get married with the intention of being with our ... Views: 1775
Things women should know and avoid in a relationship
What are the obstacles that stand in the way of the relationship’s happiness? How can a woman drive the man she loves away?
Being in a relationship is like a company that is shared between two people. Every relationship and marriage ... Views: 1772
Don't Repeat Past Mistakes. Follow These Three Tips
Looking for love after divorce? Here are three tips to help as you begin dating after your divorce.
1. Be suspicious if it all seems “too good to be true” – it probably is.
If your subconscious, neurotic needs are running the show, it’s ... Views: 1771
To recover from infidelity and save your marriage:
1. Tell the Truth.
Assuming your spouse found out, you didn't confess—this is the time to tell the whole truth. It's probably best done with a therapist present, to keep a lid on the emotional reactions.
2. Give your Spouse the ... Views: 1770
No one gets married thinking they will get divorced some day. Most people have goals and dreams of being together forever, raising a family, and sharing life for better or for worse. They plan on being a team, growing together, and supporting one another. But somewhere along the line, they ... Views: 1770
My definition of courage is to feel the fear and do it anyway.
Through recovery regardless if it’s divorce or addiction; I see women continuously performing courageous acts. These are actions they take that move them forward and they need to be acknowledged and celebrated.
So, what would ... Views: 1766
By Rosalind Sedacca, CCT
We all know divorce creates havoc in any family’s life, especially when children are involved. Moving on after divorce can also be challenging. It’s a time to be very gentle, both with yourself as well as with your children.
Chances are, you made a considerable ... Views: 1765
A - Acknowledge the abuse - past, present and future
B- Break the Silence
C- Confront your fears & Call for help - There is nothing to be ashamed of
D - Don't Blame Yourself - Deliberately set intentions towards empowerment
E - Everyone Can Heal
F- Fear is worse than the abuse ... Views: 1761
Recently I spoke with a woman whose coaching practice revolves around the issue of children and divorce. She had many useful strategies for dealing with this challenge but what it all seemed to come down to is this: if you love your children more than you might hate, resent or simply dislike ... Views: 1761
My Wife Is Bored With Me: What To Do When Your Marriage Is Boring
Every woman has some complaint about her marriage. It's virtually impossible to find a wife who will tell you that everything her husband does for her or each thing he says makes her happy. Marriage is certainly all about ... Views: 1759
Stories can create your reality. Which reality will you choose?
What kinds of stories do you tell yourself?
Here are a few common examples of stories:
• I can’t lose weight!
• I’ll never find love!
• I’m too old, fat, thin, stupid, short, tall, etcetera!
Stories are the collection ... Views: 1757
How To Be a Happier -- and More Successful -- Single Parent
Are you a single parent struggling with how to make it all work? Dr. Romance offers three tips to happier single parenting.
1. Be a Grownup.
I know you’ve probably had a tough time, but you’re a parent, and your child’s ... Views: 1755
Get over an ex by Rosemary Price psychic.
Your ex has decided to finish your relationship. How to get over an ex?! While things were going well you were happy or at least content and you probably had no idea that things would turn out so badly. Either your partner changed and there was no way ... Views: 1754
Dating Again? Use These Five Tips On Every Date!
You’re fresh out of a disaster, and you are terrified of the thought of dating again, but you’re going to try anyway. Good for you! Here are some guidelines to help you avoid repeating old mistakes:
1. Pay Attention!
You Have Things to ... Views: 1753
Most husbands tell me that they can't seem to win with their wives. The old saying "Damned if I do, damned if I don't" gets said a lot! But it goes deeper than that if your wife is always angry and now she wants a divorce. You can freak out if you like, but that's not going to help your ... Views: 1753
Breakup killer will be each time a husband or wife will be negative mouthed facing their particular youngsters. In addition, it can happen if the some other father or mother will be shortage. I could also bear in mind that taking place because the little one reminds an individual with the some ... Views: 1752
Three Tips for Keeping your Sanity & Poise when interacting with your Ex during the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
I remember it well – my first Christmas after my divorce from my children’s dad. I dreaded it coming. Not only were my two young daughters going to be with their ... Views: 1751
Dear Dr. Romance:
I am a divorced father of 3. I am remarried. My 11 year old daughter is very upset about her mother's new boyfriend that is also still married. He was first introduced as a friend but she doesn't understand why he is always at the house and stays till late at night. My ... Views: 1749
If you are considering separating from your husband, you are probably overwhelmed with the emotional swings of wondering what will happen next.
You may not even want a divorce and are trying hard to reconcile.
During a time like this, you may not realize just how critical it is to take ... Views: 1748
Valentine’s Day creates a lot of expectations that are often unrealized. It's fraught with landmines, whether you’re in or out of a relationship, the grass isn’t always greener. Is your situation described here? Read six tips to having a great holiday.
You’re Alone
I can recall Valentine’s ... Views: 1748
Imagine going through your divorce with billions of people around the world following your every move. That’s the reality Maria Shriver and Arnold Schwarzenegger are facing as they explore the options that lie ahead for their family.
For the Child-Centered Divorce community, this very public ... Views: 1745
A women wrote to me today asking for some guidance. She said she was having difficulty moving on after breaking up with her boyfriend, even though the relationship wasn’t working.
One thing I know about moving on is that you can’t remove something without putting something else in it’s place. ... Views: 1744
My Wife Hates Me and Wants a Divorce: My Wife Says She Hates Me All the Time
In a society that we live in now, marriage is not the top priority for most people. They are comfortable with divorce and seek it easily if they are not satisfied in a marriage. There are very few people who still ... Views: 1744
One of the many things we struggle with as we learn to recover from a break-up is learning how to rebuild our self-esteem.
It’s easy to understand why this is such an issue. When your relationship ends, you may feel rejected. You may feel unworthy. You sit crying on your coach, a pint of Ben ... Views: 1743
A woman in her mid-fifties came in to see me about retirement planning. She had been divorced for five years and all she had left to her name was $200,000 sitting in cash.
Like most women, during the divorce settlement negotiations, she let emotions rule and turned down the retirement ... Views: 1743
There is nothing more draining than negative thinking especially when your thoughts are picking you apart.
So many things can throw you into negative thinking, it's like a drug labeled "being realistic" and it sucks. Maybe you are like me a few years ago, getting out of a bad marriage lost in ... Views: 1742
What’s are your spouse’s most annoying habits? Is it the way they talk, eat, sit, clean up? Do they perhaps hum an annoying tune or crack their knuckles? When was the last time they did something that irritated you? Last week? Yesterday? An hour ago?
One of the most annoying things about ... Views: 1742
When Theresa’s husband of 15 years announced he wanted a divorce, she was devastated. She says, “I couldn’t believe Alex threw our life away. But I’m strong- I got through it. I’ve moved on and put it behind me.” But has she?
Six years later, Theresa and Alex “parallel-parent”, each doing as ... Views: 1741
It's Time For Spring Cleaning!
Divorce can cause a large amount of physical and mental hurt. No matter how long it has been since your divorce, do not be victims of hoarding the hurt. Sure, hoarding your hurt is easy. You have ached for so long, it is all you know. In the beginning, we ... Views: 1741
I Suspect My Wife Is Cheating but I Have No Proof: How to Ask Your Partner If They Are Cheating
Are you convinced that your spouse has been cheating on you? Does your problem now pertain to finding the right strategy on how to confront a cheating spouse? I must say that not rushing with ... Views: 1741
A lonely heart, filled with sadness, once was so full of life. Two hearts were beating as one for such a long time. Time was their friend, adventure was their middle name.
Sitting curled up in each other’s arms they’ve watched many sunsets. The seagulls flying overhead made them smile as ... Views: 1740
How to Save Your Marriage When One Wants Out: When One Spouse Wants a Divorce
Hearing your spouse telling you that they want a divorce can be devastating. This is particularly true if you are still feeling committed to the relationship. When one spouse wants a divorce and the other doesn't, ... Views: 1740
Dear Dr. Romance:
My husband and I married more than five years ago, in our early 30s. We had a good marriage. We agreed that if we would sit down and talk things out should we have issues. We always held true to that until his mom died several months ago. He was very close to ... Views: 1739