We are currently looking for an Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to "Domestic Violence and Abusive Relationships". If you have expertise in Domestic Violence and Abusive Relationships and your own website and/or product for this topic, please review this form for complete details. The Official Guide Position is part of our Premium Placement Package
He Won't Accept My Apology: I Apologized and He Didn't Reply
Did your boyfriend break up with you over a mistake you made? Is he refusing to listen to you when you try to tell him you'll change and never do it again? Is he not answering your calls or texts anymore? Do you know if you could ... Views: 3100
Let’s begin by talking about Domestic Abuse in general - how it is regarded and dealt with in our culture. As a psych intern I was taught that we must report Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, a credible threat by one individual to physically harm another or a credible threat by an individual to ... Views: 3080
I recently had an email from one of my readers, who felt very irate about what he described as the “M” omission in my articles on abusive relationships. He went on to explain that although he agreed with WHAT I said about abusive relationships, in his view it had all been said ... Views: 3065
I Think My Wife Hates Me: My Wife Hates Me but I Love Her
"I think my wife hates me," said the man unsure of what was going on in his marriage. Hate is a pretty strong word. Typically it doesn't have a place in a marriage but you may definitely be sensing that your wife has started to feel ... Views: 3062
Can I get my ex girlfriend back? Okay, so you broke with your girlfriend and now you are devastated because you didn’t expect it. When a break up occurs suddenly, it normally makes one feel hurt or betrayed. Most times, the feeling of hurt can cause you to act in a way that might do more harm ... Views: 3056
Jealous Of Wife's Past Lovers: Wife's Previous Partners
Is jealousy a problem in your relationship? Does it keep you awake at nights? Are you experiencing feelings of insecurity and even low self esteem because you feel so jealous over your partner?
Then here is the only choice you have if ... Views: 3053
My Family Doesn't Like My Husband: My Family Hates My Husband
I have no idea how many age old dilemmas exist, but I'm sure there's a mountain of them. One of those ugly dilemmas is when you are married to someone your family says they don't like. Honestly, my heart goes out to you, because if ... Views: 3048
How To Work On A Marriage During Separation: Saving A Marriage After Separation
I sometimes hear from panicked folks who worry that their trial separation is going to mean that they can't save their marriage. They are often concerned that since they are no longer living with their spouse, ... Views: 3046
My Husband Ignores Me Sexually: Being Sexually Rejected By Husband
So you find your husband doesn't want to have sex? That indeed is amazing to you because when you were first married, all you had to do was "show up," and he was ready. The last thing you thought would happen to the two of you ... Views: 3037
Remember Sociopaths are opportunists and you are at risk for being that opportunity for him. I need five commitments from you if you want to avoid the wake of destruction that comes from dating a Sociopath.
1. Commitment to your Heart:
Healing a broken heart takes time in pain and sorrow. ... Views: 3034
An article about Chris Brown captured my attention recently because of the title, "The Real Reason Everybody Hates Chris... Brown, That Is (It's Not Why You Think)". It was written by Keli Goff, an Author, Commentator, and Contributing Editor at TheLoop.21.com. She also appears as a regular ... Views: 3031
Ex Boyfriend Won't Return My Belongings: Why Hasn't He Returned My Things
We all give off signals when we like someone and when we don't, so the key to figuring out if he still wants you is to learn to read those signals. It is important for you to remember that just because the two of you ... Views: 3027
How To Deal With In Laws Who Don't Like You: Husbands Family Treats Me Like An Outsider
Marriage comes with it the challenge to deal with your in-laws. Whether you're newly married or have been married for several years already, there's always an adjustment period when it comes to ... Views: 3021
If you really stop and think about it you might still have a difficult time figuring out why women dump men. That's because many men still find women to be a huge mystery. It's part of their charm most of the time but in moments like these can be the bane of your existence. The good news is that ... Views: 3016
A destructive man has to get traction with a woman in order to establish power and control. His ability to gain momentum when he meets you is based on how you perceive his contact, how you interpret his communication, and how you respond to his gaze.
If you are on his radar, or already in ... Views: 3008
Is My Ex Looking At My Facebook Profile: How To Know If My Ex Has Been Stalking Me On Facebook
It isn't uncommon to go through a breakup and find that you still have feelings for your ex. Many people who have gotten out of relationships find that they really would like to know if their ex ... Views: 3007
If you are in search of ways on "how to win back my ex girlfriend" then this article will show you how to avoid making the biggest mistake of your life before it's too late. You are going to find out how you can win back your ex girlfriend without risking costly mistakes that may drive her away ... Views: 3002
So, your boyfriend hates you, or perhaps he said he doesn't love you anymore and you feel like you've just lost the most important thing in your life. Don't worry too much, most of the time this is not a statement of true feelings, and more of a reflection of a moment of anger or situational ... Views: 3002
Abusive relationships challenge our ability to take care of ourselves and leave us feeling victimized. It is important that you work on changing your victim mentality. Many of us complain that we are victims in our relationships. By claiming we are victims, we are giving up our power to do ... Views: 3001
When it comes to moving on and letting go of an abusive past, it is not uncommon to hear that one needs to forgive. The act of forgiveness is highly regarded by many people and in numerous schools of thought. Religion has also espoused this outlook from the very beginning.
So is it really a ... Views: 2999
My Husband Stays Out Late With His Friends: What To Do When Your Husband Doesn't Come Home
Does your husband enjoy escaping to work, church, or other places in order to avoid coming home?
If you want to entice him to come back, I suggest using these five uncomplicated, but positive actions ... Views: 2999
Frustrating one's nearest and dearest has the dual "advantage" of simultaneously satisfying the narcissist's masochistic and sadistic urges. By withholding love, sex, intimacy, and the fulfillment of other people's desires and needs, the narcissist torments them even as he obstructs his own ... Views: 2990
I Pay All Bills In My Marriage: Tired Of Financially Supporting My Husband
Money problems in marriage are more common than you think. You might be surprised at how the smallest money issues can erupt into something so serious that they lead to divorce. However, that doesn't mean you have to ... Views: 2987
My Husband Is Secretive With His Phone: My Husband Hides His Phone From Me
A husband's emotional cheating can cause a lot of problems in your marriage and family. In fact, a lot of relationships have broken because of it and some experts even say that an emotional affair is more destructive ... Views: 2981
My Ex Cheated On His New Girlfriend With Me: Why Did My Ex Cheat On His Girlfriend With Me
You had sex with your ex boyfriend. You now feel that with the renewed connection the two of you have experienced that he'll feel compelled to come back to you. It's understandable why you'd have such ... Views: 2970
My Wife Left Me How Do I Get Her Back: My Wife Left Me but I Still Love Her
Many people are taken by surprise when their spouse picks up and leaves them. I have seen it happen all too often. The worse case scenario is when your spouse leaves and refuses to talk to you. How can you begin to ... Views: 2967
Abusive parenting if often something that goes on covertly in our society. To the outsider it might not even be noticed. With how a family or parent presents themselves to the outside world being the complete opposite of how they our behind closed doors.
These people can hold positions of ... Views: 2962
I Chased My Ex For Months: When You Stop Chasing Your Ex
Imagine having your ex chase you around, like they did when you first fell in love! Imagine your ex getting jealous and wanting you only to themselves, like they did when you first fell in love!
Imagine your ex literally nosing ... Views: 2962
"I want to get my relationship back," is a phrase said by a lot of people from time to time. When you break up with your boyfriend you will be left frustrated. Either relief is going to wash over you for the reason that you are going to feel free of the anxiety and conflict that saturated the ... Views: 2950
Husband Contradicts Everything I Say: These Communication Improvements Will Help To Save Your Marriage
Saving your marriage is completely dependent on your ability to communication effectively with your spouse. Top marriage researchers report that marriages fail first and foremost due to a ... Views: 2946
0
Your rating: None
Fear and Abuse - by Laura Joseph, CMA, RMT, Advocate for Victims of Domestic Abuse
Ever wonder why victims stay with their abusers and DON'T leave? Many are handicapped by the years of fear and control instilled in them by the abuser. Fear of homelessness. Fear of the inability to provide for the children. Fear the abuser will kill the other parent, children, or everyone in a ... Views: 2942
I Need Attention From My Wife: Tired Of Begging For Attention From Wife - My Wife Doesn't Pay Attention To Me
There are few things that impress a woman more than a man who has outstanding manners.
Now, that may at first seem rather ho-hum...why would a woman be so impressed with a man who ... Views: 2941
You have watched and worried about your daughter or friend who married several years ago. She and her husband have attended family dinners and outings. As parents and friends, you have seen bruises on her; a black eye one time and a bruise on her cheek another. You have carefully approached her ... Views: 2939
There are some mothers out there who are loving and supportive and these are the epitome of the mother archetype in action. And then there are mothers who are anything but loving and supportive. These are mothers who have gone against their natural inclination to nurture.
Instead of doing all ... Views: 2938
Most of my lovely couples come to me in relational angst when their bag of long standing coping “tools” has run aground and they have nothing left with which to communicate their feelings and needs in a healthy way.
Many couples just cope, rather than experience deeply fulfilling and ... Views: 2935
My Husband Cheated I Don't Love Him Anymore: Falling Out Of Love After Infidelity
Infidelity can actually destroy a marriage by destroying mutual trust and faith which is the very basis of every marriage. Surviving infidelity can be very difficult for a couple but if you both have decided to ... Views: 2934
When A Guy Says He Needs Time To Think: When A Guy Says He Needs Time To Figure Things Out
Your man has recently come to you with a confession. He says he needs time to himself. The moment the words left his lips, your heart sank. As much as you want to believe it's nothing to worry about, ... Views: 2934
My Husband Makes Me So Angry I Want To Hit Him: I Hit My Husband When I Get Angry
Anger is one emotion that everyone experiences from time to time. It is built into our system and has a purpose for our lives. Thomas Fuller called it 'the sinew of our souls,' as long as it is expressed ... Views: 2933
Many people have had the experience of anger that goes out of control. What mechanisms are at work when anger turns to blinding rage? Researchers have termed this kind of response as reactive aggression and discovered that when one is engulfed in a rage reaction, the thinking part of the brain ... Views: 2927
Wife Won't Sleep With Me: What To Do When Your Wife Won't Sleep With You
EVERYBODY is turned off by the notion of somebody using them. NOBODY wants to be manipulated by someone else who's trying to benefit themselves but not you.
Given this, I want to give you a counter-example that just ... Views: 2923
How will you ever know if your ex wants you back... if you don't even know the SIGNS that your ex wants you back?
You probably have seen some behavior from him that you think might be a sign, so I'll do what I can to give you some hope.
What can you do to get your ex back? What are the ... Views: 2910
How To Rebuild My Marriage While Separated: What Is My Husband Thinking During Separation
The increasing rate of divorce is a proof that most couples find it hard to resolve marital problems and they end up in divorce. If you are experiencing rough times in your marriage, you can save ... Views: 2902
My Ex Dumped Me but Still Tries To Make Me Jealous: Dumper Trying To Make Me Jealous
Break ups are rough and what makes them even harder is having an ex who likes to push your buttons. How do you know that your ex is trying to make you jealous? The signs are usually very basic. One way is if ... Views: 2902
When coaching post divorce, one of the first things I do is introduce clients to the different types of people they will run into. It is vital to understand that some people have baggage. Also, some personality types just do not mesh. In the past people dated from work or social settings. There ... Views: 2898
Article
Renee L Richardson
Putting Others First or showcasing our “Good” deeds?
As I sit and reflect on my experiences with sexual relations, I have found that I have performed such more so for my partner than for myself. For instance, I enjoy the concept of having sex but the actual ... Views: 2897
"I want to get my ex back, but everything I do seems to push him away!" "How can I get my ex boyfriend back when everything I do seems to take us farther apart?"
I get questions like this every day from women who want to repair their relationships with their ex-boyfriends--but who seem to ... Views: 2890
Husband Loses Temper Over Little Things: My Husband Gets Angry At The Smallest Things
Understanding men is often made out to be something that only occurs if you spend a lot of time communicating with men. That's true, but it's also affected by the type of communication; typically in a ... Views: 2886
How To Make My Wife Happy Again: My Wife Is Unhappy With Her Life
My wife is unhappy. You've been thinking about this a lot lately, haven't you? You know that your marriage isn't as joyful or fulfilling as it once was. Something has dramatically changed and part of that is your wife's obvious ... Views: 2874
By Sam Vaknin
Author of "Malignant Self-love: Narcissism Revisited"
Most narcissists enjoy an irrational and brief burst of relief after having suffered emotionally ("narcissistic injury") or after having sustained a loss. It is a sense of freedom, which comes with being unshackled. Having ... Views: 2867
My Wife Rejects Me All The Time: My Wife Rejects My Advances
A normal woman loves intimacy. It's what she daydreams about. It's what her fantasies are filled with. It's what she wants all the time.
Why then, do so many women avoid, withdraw from, and resist intimacy?
Actually, normal ... Views: 2865