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- Feng Shui Art for the Bedroom - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2012 from Judith RyanWithout even realizing it, you may be guilty of sabotaging your own dreams and aspirations! This can all be due to not following the unique set of laws in feng shui on the type of art in the bedroom. There are many layers to why bedroom art is treated differently than art in other rooms in ...
Views: 5169 - How do Stinginess, Jealousy & Unfaithfulness & the Need for Control Harm Your Relationships? - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2012 from Doron GilDenying traits, emotions and behaviors and projecting them onto your partner sabotages your relationships. As long as you are not aware of this being the case you will continue harm your relationships time and again. Becoming aware is therefore the key to change. Here are three examples of ...
Views: 2114 - We Are All Connected - Remember When Faced With a Critical Incident - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2012 from Dr. Erica GoodstoneWe are all connected and all part of the universe and the Kingdom of God. We create our reality and bring about our good fortune by the way we respond and naturally affect the responses of others. In fact, we are all basically seeking to return to the realization of who we are, a magnificent ...
Views: 2504(1 vote) - I’m Fine!…And You? - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2012 from Geoff LaughtonHow many times have you heard this when you ask someone how they’re doing: “I’m FINE! And you?”…and, you simply KNEW that you were being fed a line of hooey? How often has that happened to you with men as opposed to women? Perhaps, in these times, it’s an even more important question to ask, ...
Views: 1905 - Do You Swear To Tell The Truth, The Whole…? - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2012 from Geoff LaughtonWhether or not you’re currently in a relationship with a lover/partner/spouse, you know that relationships of ALL kinds are a crucial ingredient in what makes life worth living (at least that’s how I look at it). You probably also know that managing a relationship with anyone easily and quickly ...
Views: 1570(1 vote) - Bring Spark Back to Your Relationship for Men and Women - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2012 from Leo SantosFirstly let me introduce myself. My name is Leo Santos and I am here to help those in need of advice on massaging, relationships to health and fitness and to also be a friend here for you. I highly enjoy helping others and nothing makes me feel as good as being able give information that can be ...
Views: 1271 - Be Aware of Your Projections: They Might Harm Your Intimate Relationships - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2012 from Doron GilINTRODUCTION As long as you project your own traits, emotions and behaviors onto your partner, accusing him/her of owning these, rather than accepting them as part of you, you are harming the relationship. Becoming aware of your projections and taking responsibility for all your traits, ...
Views: 1794(1 vote) - Christian Marriage Help: Boundaries With Sex for Christian Wives - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2012 from Karla DowningAre you looking for Christian marriage help regarding boundaries with sex in your relationship with your husband? If you believe you can't say no, are uncomfortable with your husband's sexual requests, find yourself disliking or avoiding sex, or are upset with your husband looking at ...
Views: 2966 - When Empathy Becomes Codependence - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from Bryce KayeThere's a joke I once heard about codependence: How can you tell if a drowning woman, is codependent? Answer: Someone else's life passes in front of her eyes. Of course, the female gender holds no monopoly on codependence but I report the joke as it was told to me by a "recovering" person in AA. ...
Views: 1681 - Negotiating for Space in Relationships and Marriage - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from Bryce Kaye"I need some space!" is a familiar expression to most of us, either from the giving or receiving end. I suspect that more women have heard this expression from men than vice-versa. This is probably because more men adopt the evader role in the pursuer-evader dance of boundary-troubled ...
Views: 1675(1 vote) - Misguided Hope in Marriage and Relationships - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from Bryce Kaye"Love is the most powerful force in the universe." Most of us actually believe that, if love is strong enough, it will create a healthy relationship in addition to changing the course of rivers and moving mountains. Forgive my indulgence in cynicism but the parallel is appropriate. For some ...
Views: 2343(1 vote) - When Trust Is Not Enough in a Relationship - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from Bryce Kaye"Trust". It's one of those sacred words in relationship lingo that automatically projects an aura of goodness and wholesomeness. Conversely, "mistrust" seems to reek of evil and pathology. If you ever want to evoke visceral and mindless reaction from someone, just ask "Don't you trust me?" Most ...
Views: 1620 - Our Most Cherished Myths About Love - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from Bryce KayeIn working with thousands of couples over the years, I have found certain themes to emerge again and again. Three of the most frequent themes are really myths about the nature of loving. As myths, they can be very destructive to intimacy. They lead to a misguided effort to create the illusion of ...
Views: 1516 - The Paradox of Intimacy in a Healthy Marriage - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from Bryce KayeTo many of us, the struggle for intimacy may seem just as paradoxical. Most of us want to be intimate, to feel emotionally connected with another. At the same time, we want to be independent and self-sufficient. This conflict and tension is at the core of what it means to be human. To emphasize ...
Views: 3270(1 vote) - All In The Name of Honesty - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from Bryce KayeHow many times has each of us received an emotional wound followed by the justification, "I'm only being honest!" "Honesty" is like other sacrosanct words like "love", "unselfish", and "caring" that have the ability to put people's forebrains to sleep. The mere utterance of the word has the ...
Views: 1470 - Attachment Issues In Couples therapy - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2012 from Roni Weisberg-RossI have always enjoyed therapy with couples. It is stimulating, interactive work and can create dramatic change quickly. By strengthening a couples' communication pattern, you not only help them to improve their relationship, but help them to learn more about themselves and what drives their ...
Views: 2279 - Intention vs. Impact in a Loving Relationship - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2012 from Lewis DenbaumIn a loving relationship, sometimes your words do not have the impact that you intend. When there is a disconnect between what you intend to communicate and the impact of your words, you are not communicating clearly, and this leads to problems in a relationship. In good communication, the ...
Views: 5087 - What to Do When He Pulls Away Emotionally - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2012 from Andrew HunterEver had that daunting experience of losing your partner because you feel even a smidge of distance growing between you two? If so, you’re not alone. Countless women experience this everyday in their relationships, especially when they think the relationship is going so well. Are men just ...
Views: 6339 - Romance In The Dark: 7 Sexy Ideas For A Romantic Evening! - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2012 from Marie SanchezWhile it is true that sexy is purely a state of mind, there are still a couple of things you can do to turn up the romance at home. When it comes to preparing for a romantic evening at home, be sure that nothing can interrupt the mood. Turn off the cell phone, television, and computer, since ...
Views: 1723 - 7 things women do that drive men mad - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from John DavidLets face it. It beats my creativeness when most ladies intentionally and unintentionally drive men nuts. Under are seven things women do that could make a person go crazy 1. Creating an anniversary out of anything: What on earth is it with women turning the nice tiny things in life into a ...
Views: 4048(2 votes) - five Means For making An awesome Initial Impression. - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from John DavidSo exactly how can you intrigue and impress after you meet up with a person new? Permit the industry experts — a few of them scientists — let you know: 1St Impression You’ve heard it prior to: All those very first several seconds of interaction with an individual new are vital. Scientists ...
Views: 3681(2 votes) - Denial and Projection Harm Your Intimate Relationship - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from Doron GilIf you find yourself in unsatisfying relationships over and over again, or without a partner, the reason might well be that you sabotage yourself without even knowing that you do. One way might be, to project onto your partner traits, emotions and behaviors you deny in yourself. When these are ...
Views: 3129 - How to Stop Premature Ejaculating - Easiest Ways Revealed! - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2012 from Wisey LimIf you do not know how to stop premature ejaculating, sex can be a nightmare and the most embarrassing experience in your life. To stop the nightmare, you must learn how to stop premature ejaculating and say no to any more nightmares. These are some of the easiest ways on how to stop ...
Views: 4451 - Is Honesty the Best Policy for a Relationship? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2012 from Dr. Christy WiseWhen speaking of honesty, I am referring to honesty with your partner and being honest with yourself. Let's first talk about being honest with you. People enter into relationships for a variety of different reasons. Some do it because they enjoy the companionship while others work better in life ...
Views: 2467(1 vote) - How to Stop Ejaculating Too Soon And Have Her Begging For More? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from Wisey LimHow to stop ejaculating too soon? This question is common among men who suffer from premature ejaculation. Let me reveal this to you. You are not alone. 40% of men suffer from this problem. But this condition is curable. Don't focus on the question of "how to stop ejaculating too soon?" Focus ...
Views: 2483 - How You can arouse a Woman instantly using Alpha Male Body Language - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2012 from Jacobs jesseA man can instantly arouse a woman using alpha male body language. You need to know what type of body language women find desirable which you must display to be able to use alpha male body language to arouse a woman. This article will explain alpha male body language that you can use to ...
Views: 6804 - Secrets To LASTING LONGER In Bed For Men! - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2012 from Wisey LimIt is not surprising where men constantly look for ways to lasting longer in bed! For men, what can be more important than satisfying their women in bed without fail each and every time they have sex. If you ever dreamed of being able to satisfy your women on their sexual needs and master ...
Views: 4281 - Understanding the meaning of intimacy in the context of lovemaking - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2012 from Justin HarigDo you know the real meaning of intimacy? For most men, this word means closeness. If your answer is closeness then you are thinking in right direction. But the closeness should be of minds and not bodies. Until you and your partner come close, you can’t make love. Or in other words, both the ...
Views: 1507 - Attachment: What Causes Attachment Problems? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThe term attachment is often used in the area of relationships and to describe what kind of relationship one had with their primary caregiver as a child. This first attachment plays a massive role in our development as a child and in how we are as adults. A General View So here I will give ...
Views: 2507 - Top Solution For Premature Ejaculation That Will Make You Laugh! - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2012 from Wisey LimYou have been wondering what is the top solution for premature ejaculation? I strongly believe that you definitely do not want the top solution to consist of those painful exercises which would wear you out before you seeing any result. This will only cause you to quit faster. You want to get ...
Views: 1793 - The 5 Keys to Sexual Wholeness - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2012 from Amrita GraceWholeness is defined as an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting. Because our sexual energy is the life force that creates us and animates us in our bodies, I believe sexual wholeness encompasses all of who we are. When we free our sexual energy and use it to feed ...
Views: 1877(1 vote) - The Ambivalent Love Addict: Love Addiction & Love Avoidance - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2012 from Susan PeabodyWhen it comes to toxic love and relationships, there are two kinds of people, those who love too much (the Love Addict), and those who love too little, (the Love Avoidant). If you vacillate between the two you are an Ambivalent Love Addict. Love Addicts: Love Addicts obsess about someone, ...
Views: 10453 - Healthy life with use of daily physical fitness - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2012 from abigel daveYour body with use of daily exercise and yoga tips are provide the great services for you use of daily exercise and the physical fitness are the way of healthy life journey with the use of various type of physical way of exercise are cover all of the body treatment back pain related services ...
Views: 1457 - TANTRA: The Art of Conscious Loving® By Charles Muir & Leah Alchin - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2012 from Leah AlchinTANTRA: The Art of Conscious Loving® By Charles Muir & Leah Alchin It is generally accepted that there was a “sexual revolution” which began in the mid-sixties. Many feel that this revolution is dead, some having tried all there is to try sexually, and growing bored with it. In truth the ...
Views: 3502 - Melt His Heart _ Be Forthright And Notify Him That You Would Enjoy His Affection - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2012 from Tony CimbaAre you currently sabotaging your relationship and don't even realize where you've gone wrong? This is a common mistake of many women who are unsuccessful in their relationships. Needless to say, you should do something different if you wish to change and improve your relationship. Attempt a ...
Views: 2059 - Dr Romance Video: 3 Tips to Living with Someone instead of Marriage - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2012 from Tina TessinaTo watch the video, click here. It's way too easy, in the throes of a new romance, to decide to live together without considering the problems that might arise. Dr. Romance gives you some things to think about before making the leap, to guarantee success. When dating and getting to know ...
Views: 2844(1 vote) - Key Factors to Nourish Your Relationship With a Guy - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2012 from Justin HarigIf you have found yourself in maintaining a successful relationship then you may be losing hope of finding the partner of your dreams. I would say that it it’s time that you should learn how to be a woman that men adore! First and foremost, it is really vital to keep in mind that learning to be ...
Views: 1205 - Friends with Benefits - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2012 from Tina TessinaIf you’re thinking about having sex with a friend, be very careful, because it is not easy to preserve a friendship once you have sex. We think we can control our feelings, but it's not so simple. If one of you becomes romantically attached as a result of the sex, the friendship will ...
Views: 2996(1 vote) - Shame - The Hidden Cause of Addiction and Codependency - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2013 from Darlene LancerShame is so painful to the psyche that most people will do anything to avoid it – even though it’s a natural emotion that everyone has. It’s a physiologic response of the autonomic nervous system. You might blush, have a rapid heartbeat, break into a sweat, freeze, hang your head, slump your ...
Views: 3337(2 votes) - The Heart: Why Do Some People Close Their Heart? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to relationships with other human beings and with life itself; the heart has a unique purpose. At an emotional level; the left side (feminine) of the heart allows one to receive and the right side (masculine) of the heart allows one to give. And when one of these sides is out of ...
Views: 4226 - Dr. Romance Video: Infidelity -- Stay or Go? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from Tina TessinaIf video doesn't load, click here. Discovering your partner has been unfaithful is a shock. Your first instinct may be to run, but if you have a shared history, children and finances, you may wonder – should you stay or go? Dr. Romance shows you how to decide. When you get ...
Views: 2540(1 vote) - Get a Romantic Date by using Alpha male Body language - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from Jacobs jesseGetting a date tonight and even a romantic date is possible for men who understand and master the alpha male body language tricks. This is possible if they can use good seduction tips to help them to be able to attract any woman whom they desire. To help you seduce an erotic partner and ...
Views: 2697 - How to Cure Premature Ejaculation Naturally and Boost Your Sexual Endurance Permanently - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2012 from Wisey LimThere are millions of men in the world who are suffering from premature ejaculation. So, if you are facing the same problem, you should be comfort to know that you are not alone. Premature ejaculation could be utterly embarrassing. Imagine this, before your girl has had a chance to "warm-up", ...
Views: 3477 - Pink Floyd As Relationship Experts? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2012 from Geoff LaughtonOk, if you’re not a Pink Floyd fan – and/or haven’t listened to the Dark Side Of The Moon album (it’s been pointed out to me recently, by the way, how badly I’m dating myself by even using the term “album”) – this article may take you a bit more time to get in the groove of. There’s a song ...
Views: 1793 - Pleasurable Love Education 101 - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2012 from Marlise KarlinA rollercoaster of pleasurable feelings that make it hard to even breathe, or is it also evident in sarcasm, bickering, and sex on demand? You’re kidding, right? That’s not love. We don’t need to be educated about what love is; you just know it. Or do you? Over 1 million kids a year are ...
Views: 1638 - Navigating You & Me With Love & Compassion: Pet Peeves: Accept Or Reject? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2012 from Ragini MichaelsEveryday Dilemma: Should I keep my own counsel and accept my partner’s unpleasant behaviors? Or, should I let him know that I reject them and want him to change? There’s something very odd about us humans. We invite others to be our intimate friends, lovers, and partners because we either ...
Views: 2163 - Are You Being Emotionally Abandoned? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2012 from Darlene LancerMany people don’t realize that they’re feeling emotionally abandoned or that they did as a child. They may be unhappy, but can’t put their finger on what it is. People tend to think of abandonment as something physical, like neglect. They also may not realize that loss of physical closeness due ...
Views: 7578(6 votes) - ***Tantra for Singles - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2012 from Corynna ClarkeTantra for Singles by Lara StewartL http://blog.planetlovematch.com/post/Tantra-for-Singles.aspx Many people, if they’ve heard of Tantra at all, think that it is something for couples to do to enhance their sex lives. While that is something that tantric practices can do, that is just one ...
Views: 5168 - Dear. Dr. Romance: Every Time We Talk, I'm in Tears and He's Mad - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I have been married for 17 years and thought we had a great marriage. 10 years ago I got hurt and have had 6 back surgeries. At one point I would double up on meds and drink to ignore life. During this time my husband was an angel; until he discovered I was ...
Views: 2472 - The Nurturing Self - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2012 from Pam GuthrieSome years back I had my first taste of Indian food and a surprising thing happened. About a half hour after I’d finished my dinner, I felt really good. I felt like I had been fed, rather than just feeling full. I’d never had that experience before, but it sure set me thinking. I liked that ...
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