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Marriage Therapy: 8 Signs You Should See a Marriage Counselor - Dave Turo-Shields- Praise, Acknowledgement & More! - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2014 from Emma ViglucciOne of the love languages is Words of Affirmation (book referenced above). Words of affirmation come in many forms including praise, acknowledgement, credit, recognition, validation, compliments, and appreciation. Each of these are a gift in and of themselves. When you use these, you show your ...
Views: 2071(1 vote) - Intuition or Inner Knowing - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from Tina TessinaWhen I met Richard, my husband, October 10, 1981, he was sitting outside, and the sun was glinting off his red hair, and my whole body and soul said {wow!” Twenty-three years later, we’re still happy. It turned out to be a lasting love at first sight. How did I know? I didn’t. It’s a lovely ...
Views: 1672(5 votes) - Are You Single & Dating Yet Failing to Develop a Successful Intimate Relationship? Learn What Stands in Your Way - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2013 from Doron GilMany singles are trying various ways to find a partner with whom to develop a satisfying intimate relationship: enroll on dating sites, seek the help of a “dating coach”, attend workshops on the subject, read books on relationships and seek relationship advice in different journals and internet ...
Views: 1714 - ***36 Great Celebrity Marriages - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2013 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. Even though the media likes to make you think all celebrity marriages end in sensationalized divorce, what the media doesn't tell you is that there are many celebrity couples with great marriages. We have conducted an endless search of data ...
Views: 2391(19 votes) - ***The Terror that Triggers Protective Behaviors - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2013 from Margaret Paul________________________________________ Do you know what triggers you and why? ________________________________________ Have you ever found yourself suddenly feeling angry or scared or shut down when a moment ago you were feeling fine? People or situations can trigger us into rage, ...
Views: 1693 - ***Connection: Our Deepest Desire - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2013 from Margaret Paul________________________________________ We all deeply desire connection with others, but what is necessary for us to have this? ________________________________________ When we were born, the most important thing to us was connection with our mother. We needed connection with her body for ...
Views: 1443 - Fighting Brings You Closer to Your Mate! - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2013 from Karen ShermanLet’s face it ... not many people like conflicts; they’re unpleasant. But it’s also unlikely that when you’re in a relationship with someone for a long time, that the two of you aren’t going to run into some snags along the way. After all, even if you’re from the same ethnic and religious ...
Views: 3532 - When The Man In Your Life Has Behaviors You Hate, What Should You Do About It? - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2013 from Clif KWhy do some relationships last a lifetime and others fail because of problems? You just let the problem go on and it will eventually go away by itself right? WRONG. The answer is that some people realize that a problem exists and rather than hope against hope that it will go away by itself, they ...
Views: 801 - How to Tell if Your Girlfriend Loves You - Take the Litmus Test for Love - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2017 from Marlon RayeDo you remember something you did to test the love of your beloved? Yes, I'm talking about the rose. You sat down in front of her, plucking each petal with the alternating chant of “she loves me, she loves me not.” It was an immature action and performed as a mere joke. But you won’t deny ...
Views: 5949 - Dear Dr. Romance: My wife has been unhappy with me for years. - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I came across your name in an article on Yahoo titled "More Couples Sleeping Apart: Is ThisHealthy?". I am a thirtysomething man living on the West Coast. My wife and I have been together for ten years, married for six. We have three small children, and my ...
Views: 2039(2 votes) - Things to Do to Get Your Ex Lover Back - Some of Them Might Surprise You - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2013 from Uadiale AmberYou've fought. You've cried. Now you've called it quits. The only problem is that all you can think about now are things to do to get your ex lover back. It's more common than you might think. Some might refer to it as break up remorse. Whatever you call it, your entire being is dedicated ...
Views: 952 - Things Women do That Unknowingly Damage Their Relationship with Men - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from robert tingDue to misunderstandings between the sexes a lot of times women can do things that are damaging to their relationships with men. Here are some of the more common ones, and why they irritate men. Being too pushy Being too pushy in demanding he open up too early is another no-no. Men and ...
Views: 2800 - KISSAway Anger - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2013 from Janet PfeifferMy guest on my radio show today, Dr. Erica Kosal, has been dealing with the devastating illness of her husband, Jim, for the past five years. Understandably, she has experienced a wide range of emotions including stress and anger. But this college professor and mother of two refused to allow ...
Views: 1802(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: I keep telling him not to push me. - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I find your articles very interesting. I have a minor problem with my husband. he keeps telling me that I don't listen and that I am stubborn. I admit my mind goes blank sometimes because he expects a lot from me and treats me like a teenager. I keep ...
Views: 1579(5 votes) - Facial Speak - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2013 from William FetterFacial Speak I've been watching the Jodie Arias Death Penalty trial for the past three weeks. For those of you who aren't familiar with this case, here is a little information about her. Jodi Arias, 32, is accused of first degree murder in the death of her former boyfriend, Travis ...
Views: 1584(1 vote) - Is Your Definition of Love a Mismatch with Your S.O.? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2013 from Helen ThammEven professional women can’t always translate some men’s way they might try to express love, so they feel they are truly loved. It may seem funny to people, who may have been in a committed relationship like marriage for many years that they still might not receive a message of love the way it ...
Views: 1173 - How Do I Win my Lover Back – Some Tips for You - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2013 from Franklin FashayaSo your relationship with that special guy that means the whole world to you has come to an end but you are not ready to just let it go. All you are doing right now is trying hard to figure out how to win your lover back. Well, if you really need him back you will have to do something about it ...
Views: 1071 - I want my ex boyfriend back but I don’t know what to do to get him back - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2013 from Franklin FashayaAfter a break up in a relationship or a break-up with your boyfriend for that matter, a lady sometimes would usually realize that the break up, perhaps was not warranted and that she is not able to erase the memory of her ex from her mind due to the fact that she still feels in love with him or ...
Views: 1156 - Which Is Better To Pursue; Enlightenment Or Emotional Independence - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2013 from David SamuelThe most attractive is of course enlightenment, spiritual realization, self-knowledge or anything in that direction. Promise of this draws many people, and although it would be wonderful to have a large following, I will not claim to have achieved or promise something I cannot deliver. What I ...
Views: 1387(1 vote) - Humor & Hope - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2013 from Tina TessinaShe was an Italian immigrant in New Jersey, a hard-working, frugal, Catholic single mother who lost her husband in WWII. She spent most days of her life as a “spooler” in a thread factory, retiring just before her job was automated. Her English was good, but she didn’t always catch the finer ...
Views: 1657(2 votes) - How to use a male psychology to get your ex boyfriend back - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2013 from Franklin FashayaBefore you even attempt on how to use male psychology to get your ex boyfriend back, it is important to first understand the male psychology itself. For it is true you cannot use what you don’t know. The male psychology involves a way of thinking, the feelings felt and the emotions expressed. ...
Views: 8403 - Guidelines to help you get your ex back - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2013 from Franklin FashayaA lot of women who have been left by their boyfriends and still hold them dear to their hearts would do anything to get them back. It might not be an easy task especially if you are the one who did him wrong but, if you are determined, patient and smart; you will get them back eventually. Here ...
Views: 867 - ***Addiction To Getting Things Done - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2013 from Margaret PaulDiscover when getting things done is healthy, and when it is unhealthy and obsessive. There are many addictive ways that most of us have learned to avoid our painful feelings, and focusing on getting things done is often one of these ways. It's not that there is anything wrong with ...
Views: 1726 - ***The Difference between Daydreaming and Imagining - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2013 from Margaret PaulOur imagination is a great gift - a connection with our Divine Source - when we use it from an inwardly connected loving Adult to create the life we want. "Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life's coming attractions." - Albert Einstein We are often ...
Views: 1604(1 vote) - ***Why Do People Kill? - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2013 from Margaret PaulWe need to resolve the violence in our society. I'm offering a few ideas regarding the issues we need to research and address. Why? Why are these horrible killings happening? I don't pretend to know the answers, but I do have some ideas that I want to share with you. I ...
Views: 2225(1 vote) - Financial planning in relationship - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2013 from Sng Chong HowI have done intensive research on dating, relationship, marriage, family and divorce. I found many problems caused due to misalign thoughts, individual habits, miscommunication, inappropriate reaction, recklessness and not listening. Most of the issues can be resolve by consulting experts or ...
Views: 1203 - Does Every New Relationship Feel Like DeJa Vu? How To Break That Pattern - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2013 from Michael BroderWe, as humans, are creatures of habit. But while patterns and rituals are typically helpful in maximizing brain space, certain patterns in our relationships don't usually serve us. For example, finding yourself in the "same relationship" over and over again can feel like deja vu- and not in a ...
Views: 1730 - Dear Dr. Romance: Is he trying to make me jealous? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I need your advice. My ex and I broke up a while ago but still talked everyday. Anyways, long story short, I decided I can't talk to him anymore because we both need to change and find out who we are and learn to treat each other better. He continues calling and ...
Views: 3706(3 votes) - I Want My Husband Back – 5 Keys That Work - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2013 from Michael LoisI want my husband back! If you just recently separated from your husband, or maybe you lost emotionally, think of the failure of your marriage can be unbearable. And the only miss of losing the love of your husband can fill you with anxiety. What to do to get your husband back … But what ...
Views: 1090 - How To Recover a Former Lover? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2013 from Michael LoisEver been in love with this guy or girl. They fell in love and romance was very hot and passionate. Then from time to time something happened suddenly and changed the situation. Your lover became a former lover. So how do you get your lover back? It might be very hard to get back together ...
Views: 685 - Keep Your Love Locked Down and Find Your Soul Mate - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2013 from Yamaya CruzYou ever have one of those songs that you just can’t get out of your head. These songs are so incredibly infectious that you find yourself singing the lyrics at the most inopportune time. I guess that is the power of good music, or good marketing. The one song that I like to avoid is “Love ...
Views: 1663 - Love Addictions - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2013 from Yamaya CruzI just want to give you a short quiz on what you think love is. A, Do you think that love is about reciprocity? B, Do you feel that love is about openness, honesty, and sharing? C, Do you feel that love is about calling someone ten to twenty times a day, monitoring their Facebook page like it ...
Views: 1768 - Am I in an Abusive Relationship? - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2013 from Yamaya CruzBe aware! There are people who are committing the most heinous spiritual crimes. They look like regular people. They could very well be your ex-boyfriend, current wife, or psycho girlfriend that you just can’t get rid of. Some people may refer to them as divas, or ladies men, pimps, or ...
Views: 1909 - Negative People In Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2013 from Yamaya CruzI am a sporadic sleeper, so I have many nights when I am up at 3am. There is really nothing to do at this hour aside from flipping through 321 television channels, and finding nothing good to watch. Then, I try to surf the Internet, but I slowly lose interest. Finally, I try and go back to ...
Views: 1921 - How To Get Your Ex-Back by Looking at the Past, Present, & Future - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2013 from Yamaya CruzBreakups are hard. The first thing that you want to do after a break-up is to refrain from being a psycho. Yes it is fun to fantasize about slashing tires, or throwing a drink in your ex boyfriend or girlfriend’s face. But then reality starts to set in, and you realize that you really miss ...
Views: 1365 - The Law of Attraction and Love - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2013 from Yamaya CruzJust rewind back to when you were a child and you used to play with Barbie and Ken dolls. If you were a boy, you probably played with small action figures like He-Man and GI Joe. You put so much imagination into those toys. After all, you needed to bring them to life. Each toy had a story ...
Views: 1888(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: I don't know how to choose a man - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: You give good advice and I really like the articles you have here. I wish I could apply it to my life. I have married and divorced twice and i always tell myself "I don't know how to choose a man". But is it the man or me who is wrong? I ...
Views: 1659(2 votes) - ***Penguins Know A Lot About Love - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2013 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. We just returned from the trip of our lifetime together – all 47 years of it. We spent ten days on the continent of Antarctica. Oh, my, what a wonderful trip it was! As human beings, we will never be the same! For us, it was the 7th and final ...
Views: 3553(12 votes) - CONTROLLING VS. MANAGING BEHAVIOR - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2013 from William CottringerCONTROLLING VS. MANAGING BEHAVIOR By Bill Cottringer “One of the biggest sources of frustration comes from trying to control the uncontrollables; on the other hand, great satisfaction comes from gradually learning to manage the controllables better.” ~The author. Control: To exercise ...
Views: 2041 - WHERE IS LOVE? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2013 from Tina TessinaProbably the most prevalent question I’m asked in my counseling practice is “Where is love?” Clients want to know why they can’t find a successful life partnership, why a friend or family member won’t respond as they would like, even why they don’t love themselves. In a perfect world, love ...
Views: 1857(4 votes) - Release - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2013 from Angela Schulz-HenkeAn important aspect in our current life is to live on a minimum basis. We really need the least of what we get offered. Only those who can create space get new energy, in whatever form. We often want this or that, and see no way to get it. Why not? The reason is that our inside and outside is ...
Views: 1430 - Ten Right Attitudes to Have About Love to Get More - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2013 from William CottringerTen Right Attitudes to Have About Love to Get More By Bill Cottringer “Love is the gentle touching of two souls without the clamor of their external equipment.” ~The Author. Want more love? Consider adopting these ten right attitudes that will help you enjoy more love: 1. Keep Things ...
Views: 1461 - What a woman must know and do to get her lover back - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2013 from Franklin FashayaHuman beings are social creatures and they are bound to agree or disagree at least at some point in their lives. When two partners come together, obviously they promise to live together for the rest of their lives until death do them apart. This vow in some circumstances end up being broken of ...
Views: 922 - The intricacies of winning and getting your ex back - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2013 from Franklin FashayaIt is quite unfortunate that even the best of our relationships turn sour sometime due to reasons known or seen or vice versa. There is a myriad of reasons as to why good and sound relationships go bad leading to breakups. You might have braved petty arguments or your ex simply halted all ...
Views: 781 - Why Man Is The Person In Charge In A Relationship - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Carl JeremyMan is a predator. Man is the person in charge in a relationship From times of antiquity man have been the leader in the relationship. Man would go out and hunt for food while his partner would stay in the shelter of the cave and look after the children. The man is the predator - the ...
Views: 7811 - How I Can Get Back With My Ex Boyfriend or Girlfriend - Relationship Advice Me - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2016 from Tiemo DonaldHow I Can Get Back With My Ex Boyfriend or Girlfriend - Relationship Advice What to do to make An Ex Boyfriend or Girlfriend fall in love with me again – Expert Love Relationship Advice. Are you asking how do I get my ex boyfriend or girlfriend back in love again. Relationship advice on how to ...
Views: 4172 - ***Are You Hiding? - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Margaret PaulDo you hide from your feelings when you are challenged by life? Or do you allow your feelings to overwhelm you? You CAN learn to manage them and learn from them. "The art of living lies not in eliminating but in growing with troubles." ~ Bernard M. Baruch "How ...
Views: 1528 - ***The Challenge of Conflict - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Margaret PaulDo you try to control during conflict, or are you conflict avoidant? Neither works well to resolve conflict. Discover what does work! Leslie asks: "When I approach my partner to address an issue, he only sees me as controlling and creating 'controversy'. He can barely stand ...
Views: 1421 - ***Healing From Infidelity - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Margaret PaulInfidelity is a huge challenge, but relationships can heal from this and actually become stronger. Sheldon wrote this question to me during one of my free webinars: "I am trying to repair my 20-year marriage after my infidelity. I was discovered by my wife two years ago. I ...
Views: 1556 - Dr. Romance Happiness Tip: Alone on Valentine's Day? - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Tina TessinaDr Romance’s Happiness Tips Alone on Valentine’s Day? There's no need to mope around. Having a plan that makes you happy is the best way to fend off the blues. Gather your best friends around you and make some special plans to have a wonderful day. Send valentines or ...
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