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Marriage Therapy: 8 Signs You Should See a Marriage Counselor - Dave Turo-Shields- Synthesize and Simplify Your Way to Job and Relationship Success - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from William CottringerSynthesize and Simplify Your Way to Job and Relationship Success By Bill Cottringer I will make two bold statements that I am confident will get 100% agreement. And that is always a good starting point to build upon to make things better at work or in relationships. These two agreeable ...
Views: 1604 - Time Proven Techniques To Convince Your Guy To Gladly Commit To You - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Tony CimbaEnduring problems with your relationship and want some instruction? Do you know why beaus shy away in relationships? Gather the secrets and techniques you will need to know for getting your guy to commit. You can't literally "brainwash" a dude into making a commitment to you. Still it is ...
Views: 1719(1 vote) - Win A Women’s Heart With Celtic Traditional Jewelry - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Jasson WrightAttractive jewelry is what women longs for! There is a variety of designs which lures every female towards itself but Irish jewelry designs have its own charm. Have you ever heard of Celtic jewelry? The mesmerizing designs of Celtic traditional jewelry will lend a captivating effect on the ...
Views: 1128 - Relationships: Where Does A Woman's Idea Of A Man Come From? - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to the outlook of what men are like, there is clearly not just one idea that a woman can have. And while some have an idea that men are a certain way, others view them in a completely different way. And no matter what this view is, it is one that is going to have massive effect ...
Views: 1838 - How to Empower Yourself to Find a Suitable Partner with Whom to Develop a Successful Intimate Relationship - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Doron GilWhen you see a couple holding hands, does it make you feel unhappy? At times, whether you are single or in an unsatisfying relationship, you feel unhappy when you see others who seem happy in their relationships. You see couples holding hands, even walk embraced, and this makes you think you ...
Views: 1236(2 votes) - Three Mistakes Ladies Make When Dealing With A Two Timing Spouse - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Daryl CampbellFinding out your man carried on an affair is generally a distressing reality for any woman. You don't want to believe it is true. When you realize that it really is it feels as though you are in a very bad dream. All of the expectations for a wonderful marital relationship are no longer. ...
Views: 2019(1 vote) - 5 Secrets of Why Men Lie to Their Girlfriends - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Joshua UebergangThe social dynamics between men and women is just as complicated as the sexual dynamics between men and women. Lies are actually a common aspect of these dynamics with many reasons why this is so. Why do men lie? You'll hear women ask this a lot. The answer is not as big of a surprise as you ...
Views: 2201(1 vote) - Dr. Romance on: No Cooperation? Solve It Yourself! - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: What do you do after you have tried everything and your partner, friend, child or colleague still won't negotiate? In previous articles, like “Asking for What you Want,” “Couples Can Cooperate for Success” and “Gentle Persistence” we’ve explored a lot of ...
Views: 2529 - Changing Versus Influencing Your Spouse - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Chris HartwellEveryone has things they wish they could change about their spouse. Learning to live with these things and accepting your spouse for who he is can be a challenging part of marriage. In the best case scenarios, it can help you grow as a person and can help you live together in harmony as a ...
Views: 1514(2 votes) - 5 Tips to Banish Love Life Hell From Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Scott & Stephen PetulloEveryone wants to be free of love life problems, but few seem to be able to maintain satisfaction in this area of life. Though following the advice below may not immediately reward you with the love life you dream about, instead we believe it's possible to create a good alternative in the ...
Views: 1227(1 vote) - Helping a Loved One With Weight Loss - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Scott LarsonTalking to a family member or friend about losing weight can be hard. Use these tips to get the conversation started. It's all in the approach! People who struggle with body weight need support. Many individuals have attempted to drop weight many times. Starting with compassion is always a ...
Views: 1123(1 vote) - Behavior Patterns Happy Couples Share - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2013 from nancy traversI’ve been talking the last couple of weeks about happy couples. Although everyone’s different, there are certain patterns that recur among those who have solid, happy relationships. They’re friends, they laugh together, they pay attention to one another, and they communicate well. What ...
Views: 1106 - Lovestyles - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2013 from Tina TessinaIt was one of those magical encounters with a personal truth—you know how it feels. I was fifteen, in ninth-grade English. The teacher, Mr. Rizzutto, read us a poem, and it had such a profound effect on me that even five decades later, I’m still using it as a guide. The poem, “Outwitted,” by ...
Views: 1547(1 vote) - Improve Social Conversation Skills With 6 Fast Tips - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2013 from Joshua UebergangSocial skills are an absolute must for survival in our world. If you do not have the ability to maintain a social conversation, then you will be left behind so many ways. You probably do not need me to tell how not having good conversation skills makes you feel bad and left out in social ...
Views: 1962 - Relationships: What Does A Relationship Mean To You? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThere is no doubting the importance that relationships have in life. They have the power to create incredible happiness, meaning and fulfilment. And they also have the power to create extreme unhappiness, pain and emptiness. For some people, the good that a relationship brings, outweighs the ...
Views: 1863(3 votes) - Stop Sabotaging Yourself in Search for Love and Intimacy: Learn What You Need to Change – and Succeed! - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2013 from Doron GilA sad story that often repeats itself regarding one’s search for love and intimacy Her need for attention and appreciation, to be loved and be told how “great” she is has driven her to harm her intimate relationship time and again. She expected too much from her partner; she demanded that he ...
Views: 1007(1 vote) - Improve Your Relationships - Agree to Disagree - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Cynthia OrtizHow often do you find yourself in an intense argument over a disagreement? Too often, relationships tear apart due to disagreements. Why do we feel the NEED to be right? If someone does not agree with you why give them the cold shoulder? Is it really worth it? Does it make you feel good? ...
Views: 2897(3 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: Should a Mother Push Her Daughter to Contact Her Estranged Father? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: If the child has not had a real relationship with her father for many years and does not see him more than 2 times per year, should a mother keep pushing a relationship with the father and child? Will it do more harm than good? Dear Reader: There is no way I ...
Views: 2201(4 votes) - EFT Tapping to Overcome Fear of Criticism and Deal with Critical People - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Sonal PandeyNo matter how sweetly it is packaged, criticism hurts. It comes disguised as feedback from your boss or professors, belittling taunts from friends, customer complaints and nagging from family members who seem to get secret satisfaction in pointing out your flaws. There is an amazing ...
Views: 2326(2 votes) - Reflecting on Your Intimate Relationship & Your On-going Issues with Your Partner Can Help & Improve Your Bond - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Doron GilSometimes, as you wonder about your relationship with your partner, you might wonder how it goes with others’ relationships: Are your issues similar to theirs? How do others combat, struggle with and solve their problems? How happy others are? How often do they make love – and whether whatever ...
Views: 1193(1 vote) - Ten Tips on How to Argue With an Idiot - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2013 from Janet Pfeiffer"Idiots" are simply people like you and I who are struggling with unresolved personal issues ranging from low self-esteem to ego, insecurity to poor impulse control and more. While it is acceptable to regard the behavior as idiotic, it is never permissible to label the individual as such. People ...
Views: 1706(2 votes) - Relationships: Are Boundaries Important In Intimate Relationships? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperA big part of being intimate involves being able to share ones reality with another person. Here, one will share what they are feeling, thinking and sensing. And while this may sound clear enough to understand, it is not always the easiest thing to do in a relationship. One of the primary ...
Views: 1916(1 vote) - Coping With Cheating In Marriage - Understanding That You Are Not Helpless - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2013 from Daryl CampbellA lot of husbands and wives who have been victimized by infidelity have a great deal of emotions and issues to work through. From the rage which at certain points threatens to the disappointment of realizing what you mate did and facing the harsh reality that the marriage will never be the same. ...
Views: 1164(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: What do I need to do to become a therapist? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I am a 25 year old M.A. student from the Middle East. This year is my final year to have my M.A. degree as a Family specialist to become a family counselor. I saw many things you wrote online as a family and couple therapists and i Loved them all! I was wondering if you ...
Views: 1697 - How to Attract Female Attention: Don't Look For Just Any Attention - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2013 from Smith BarlayThere certainly is a stark difference between getting GOOD attention from a woman and getting the bad kind. A lot of guys ask about how they can get a woman's attention and just to illustrate the point that you don't just want any attention, I'll tell them to dress up like a clown. That will get ...
Views: 774 - ***Hollywood's Version of Normal is NOT - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2013 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. Hollywood, the media, and the Internet pundits have contributed greatly to the notion that the "abnormal" is "normal." Our research on all seven continents of the world over the past 30 years tells us clearly that "traditional norms" still ...
Views: 2530(27 votes) - When You Fail Having a Satisfying Relationship – Denying or Acknowledging it Determines Your Future Success - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2013 from Doron GilThere are those who, in order to feel happy in their relationship, deny and reject all “negative feelings” which have to do with what they don’t like about their bond. But the only way to “be there” in the relationship, to experience it, enjoy it and grow with it (and with your partner) is to ...
Views: 1272(1 vote) - The Magic of Reassurance - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2013 from Tina TessinaThere are a few simple communication techniques that work like magic in relationships, whether with committed partners, friends, co-workers or relatives. One of the most effective is reassurance, which is simple to do, and calms both of you down, which allows your discussion move on without ...
Views: 1795(1 vote) - ***"Can We Be Friends After A Relationship Ends?” - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2013 from Margaret PaulDiscover what you may need to address before deciding whether you can be friends with an ex partner. Elise writes: "My partner and I separated a year ago. My partner now wants to finalize the relationship but work on being 'friends'. I am having difficulty connecting as just ...
Views: 1594 - How to Stop Thinking About My Ex Girlfriend - 10 Tips for Moving On That Will Give You Your Life Back - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Help For YouIf you've been suffering from a hard break up, this article is for you. You know you need to get over your ex and start looking towards your bright future, but you just feel stuck in the past. Don't worry, there is help. By reading "How to stop thinking about my ex girlfriend" you'll learn ten ...
Views: 11060 - Dr. Romance Video: on Dating as a Single Parent - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Tina TessinaTo watch the video click here: Dr. Romance's Dating Guidelines for Single Parents As a single parent, you probably have so little free time that dating seems an impossible task. Yet, single parents are dating in unprecedented numbers, so if you’re looking for another “head of ...
Views: 1919(2 votes) - Just Broke? Tip To Back With Your Ex - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Michael LoisAfter breaking your relationship some rest and everything can turn into despair then you wonder how you will survive the day. Even with the feeling that you’re confused about the break where you realize that you still have this desire to get back with your ex. So I want to tell you that if ...
Views: 628 - 5 Things You Must Do If You Want to Get Your Ex Back - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Michael LoisWhen you separate yourself from someone you love can feel like the world is collapsing on you mercilessly. Maybe your first reaction is normal, is to plan how you approach your lost love back to you. There is now a lot of methods to resolve these situations. If you really want to make things ...
Views: 566 - My Ex Is Ignoring Me-What To Do When My Ex Boyfriend Avoids & Ignores Me? – Get His Attention - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Vanessa MooreMy ex is ignoring me;Relationship Advice on How to get the attention of an ex boyfriend. What To Do When My Ex Boyfriend Avoids & Ignores Me? – Get His Attention. Tips to make your ex boyfriend love you again and Expert Tips to get your ex boyfriend back in your life. My ex boyfriend is ...
Views: 11056(1 vote) - How Can I Get Back The Attention Of My Ex Boyfriend After A Breakup - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Vanessa MooreI believe you are probably searching for a plan to get your ex boyfriend back. Who could blame you? The last time you were really happy was when you were with him. You miss your ex boyfriend so much and no other guy can be compared to him. How Can I Get Back The Attention Of My Ex Boyfriend ...
Views: 2744(1 vote) - Should You Follow or You Must Go – Save a Relationship? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Michael LoisWhen people live in a loving relationship, it often seems that the whole world shines around and see everything rosy. Definitely, infatuation is a feeling that is unmatched, but what if you feel that your partner is moving away from you? What if you are uncertain of whether you really care ...
Views: 535 - To Get Your Ex Back, Leaving Aside The Competition - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Michael LoisIf your ex love right now spends time with another person, the way you react to this situation is crucial if you seriously want to succeed in getting your ex. What to do to get your ex … You entener that the problem is not “competition” is your ability and willingness to love. The best way ...
Views: 653 - 10 Strategies To Troubleshoot Couple - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Michael LoisIn reality, even the happiest marriages and relationships have their ups and downs more stable. The best relationships can settle their differences when couples are struggling to figure things out. No doubt we all have problems in our relationships from time to time and we must resolve these ...
Views: 592 - Intimacy: What Does Intimacy Mean To You? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there can be general meanings to words, there can also be personal meanings to words and intimacy is no different in this respect. Intimacy is generally described as what occurs when one person is close to another. And although one can be close to friend's, family or colleagues for ...
Views: 2419(2 votes) - Marriage Life Following Unfaithfulness And Working With Each Other - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2013 from Daryl CampbellClearly there was a time when you thought of yourself and your spouse as a team. A cohesive unit working together. When the two of you were at your best there was no barrier that you could not overcome. Your self-confidence would grow after clearing another hurdle not to mention the love for ...
Views: 1069(1 vote) - HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR RELATIONSHIPS - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2013 from Benjamin Suulola“A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.” – Proverbs 15:1NLT You will never know how to manage your life until you learn how to manage your mouth. And to manage your mouth properly, you need to understand how to use right words in every situation, especially in ...
Views: 626 - Reconciling After Breaking Up - What You Need to Know - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2013 from Gerry RestriveraRomantic relationships are complicated and fragile that nurturing is needed to keep them healthy and long-lasting. When a relationship lacks nurturing, break ups do happen and it can be really painful and confusing to break up with someone you love. If your relationship recently ended, you ...
Views: 14509 - Dear Dr. Romance: To this day I am not sure why he became so angry - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr Romance: I hope you will be able to provide me with an insight.I was in a relationship with a man I genuinely loved and wanted future with. Our relationship was lovely to start with but after a few months problems started to emerge: another woman told me he was in a ...
Views: 1972(1 vote) - How Many Dates Should You Go On Before Settling Down to Develop a Serious Relationship? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2013 from Doron GilRecently I came across the following Tweet: “Just what the doctor ordered: date 100 men without getting serious with anyone”. This made me thinking: for what purpose would anyone try to date 100 men (or, for that matter, women) without getting serious with anyone? How much can one learn about ...
Views: 2050(1 vote) - How to Figure Out What You Really Want in Life - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2013 from Anna StevensFive Critical Exercises to Help You Figure Out What You Really Want in Life "Life is not a matter of chance...it is a matter of choice. " ― Ka It is often very comfortable for people to just go with the flow in life, career, and relationships - just simply let someone else take charge, ...
Views: 1743(2 votes) - What Are The Ten Signs To Tell If Your Relationship Is Failing - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2013 from Rhonda RabowMany clients come to me telling me I am the last resort for saving their relationship. Talk about pressure! They say they feel angry and resentful. Some say they have given up hope or feel numb to their partner. They tell me that I am their last hope before contacting the lawyers. ...
Views: 1420 - How to Heal a Rift with an Adult Child - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2013 from Tina TessinaFrequently I help my clients work through problems with their grown children. Sometimes, an offspring is angry about something, and the parent is at a loss for what is wrong or what to do about it. These struggles often have their seeds in things that happened long ago, when the child was young. ...
Views: 2665(3 votes) - ***He Says He's Not Ready For A Relationship, Should I Agree To "Friends With Benefits" Instead? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2017 from Katarina PhangA fan wrote me a heartfelt email: Hi Katarina, me and my bf of almost 2 years broke up about 3 and a half months ago. It was not a bad break up, but he felt like he could not handle the pressure of a full-blown relationship. In the time that we have been apart I have learned a lot and recently ...
Views: 20239(8 votes) - Use This Method to Get Him Back Fast - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Uadiale AmberWant to get him back fast? The secret to getting him back fast involves a number of things on your part. The tips below assume that you and your boyfriend are experiencing a minor break up - as in, you two are still on speaking terms. If this is not the case, continue to read on because I do ...
Views: 991 - The Art of Getting Your Girlfriend Back - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Uadiale AmberIt's heartbreaking for a guy to hear those awful words, "I want to break up," but there is an art to getting your girlfriend back. No matter what the cause, aside from physical abuse, there are ways to win her heart all over again. Depending on what happened, it may take a lot of work, but it's ...
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