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Marriage Therapy: 8 Signs You Should See a Marriage Counselor - Dave Turo-Shields- Are You Coping With A Break Up Badly? Learn How To Make It Easier! - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Andrew HunterDid your partner recently ended your relationship and you are now feeling shocked and devastated? The time when you are coping with a break up is definitely destabilizing. However, if you keep these tips in mind the you just might get over the pain and get your ex back to boot. Coping with a ...
Views: 661 - My Ex Is Over Me, Can I Still Get Them Back? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Mika MaddelaDo you feel relieved when thinking "my ex is over me"? This should make you feel free to do anything you want in your life. Don't worry too much about the different reasons why your ex is over you. These thoughts might seem factual to you after mulling over them. Note the thoughts that seems ...
Views: 777 - Top Shocking Break Up Mistakes - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Andrew HunterBeing left by your partner can really be a dent in your confidence, but oftentimes people make these big break up mistakes that make it harder for them to get what they want out of the relationship. Following are break up mistakes that you should know about. 1 - Contacting your Ex as Often as ...
Views: 949 - 5 Keys to Save a Failing Marriage - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Jessica AndrewsAlthough marital problems may at present seem overwhelming it's possible that with some hard work and commitment you will be able to save your marriage. The challenges that you're currently faced with in your marriage may seem unique to you know that many other couples will experience many of ...
Views: 868(1 vote) - Get Over Yourself….then Stretch Yourself - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Ron BroussardA “hot mess” has many different meanings make sure you get over yours, it’s not as worst as it seems. If anyone knows me or has met me, knows I love talking to people anywhere. I always learn something interesting when I talk to people. Back in June, I was sitting in a corporate office in ...
Views: 1550 - Do You Find Coping With A Break Up Very Difficult? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Andrew HunterCoping with a breakup is something that every person finds hard to do; however, you should know that with the right focus, you have the ability to deal with a break up easily. First of all, you have to recognize the need to change the way you think. Unless you make a good, clean, and friendly ...
Views: 645 - How To Take Your Relationship to The Next Level - in 5 SIMPLE Steps - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Kim SarrasinOnce you’ve been dating a man for a length of time, it’s only natural after a certain point to have a desire to transition from casually “dating” to a deeper level of commitment – the relationship stage. Sometimes this transition happens naturally – but when it doesn’t and you need to broach ...
Views: 13679 - Why Contacting Your Ex Girlfriend Would Not Help You Get Her Back - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Andrew HunterBreakups are generally hard for the people involved. Feeling this way is perfectly normal. Considering how important relationships are, knowing that someone we love no longer returns the feeling can be devastating. However, if you are fooling yourself if you think that contacting ex girlfriend ...
Views: 758 - Do Things Feel A Bit Odd After Your Break Up? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Andrew HunterPerhaps after the break up things seem a little unusual between you and your ex. It's only natural. I mean, the both of you used to be so close with each other and now where do the boundaries lie? Instead of letting a host of awkward silences and unanswered questions bug you and leave you at ...
Views: 641 - Learn How To Get A Girlfriend Back After A Breakup Effectively - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Mika MaddelaBreakups can really be painful and gut wrenching for the people undergoing them. Right now, you just want your girlfriend to be with you again. You find yourself having a hard time in school or at the office. You spend hours just thinking about her therefore losing some much needed sleep. Right ...
Views: 589 - Mind Blowing Methods On How To Work A Relationship Out - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Mika MaddelaIs your relationship in a rough patch? Or maybe the relationship is approaching disaster and you don't know how to work a relationship out. If you think the relationship is worth saving then try reading further below to find out how to fix the problem. Communication as a Method of How to Work ...
Views: 605 - Why does he/she duped me? - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Raymond FohjemHave you ever been duped in a relationship? Have you ever trusted your partner and in return you get a breakup certificate? Am sure you have witnessed a situation where after accepting him/her as a lover they immediately turn you down. It happens all the time but the obvious question is why ...
Views: 1936 - How To Get Over An Abusive Relationship In 5 Steps - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Michael LeeIf you need to know how to get over an abusive relationship, then it’s crucial that you read this article now. All over the world, at least 1 in 3 women are being abused. Men aren’t always spared from this fate either. So if you think you’re alone, think again. Read these guidelines now on ...
Views: 2512(1 vote) - How To Recover From An Affair In 5 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Michael LeeWhat has been done cannot be undone. Now what? Can you even learn how to recover from an affair? What is the next step? If you really want to know how to recover from an affair, then follow the steps below. Step 1: Clear Your Head. Things are a little confusing for you right now. Your ...
Views: 1737(1 vote) - Inspired by Pain - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Jenn ProtheroWhy is it that we wait for pain to invade our lives before we decide to make the changes we so desperately know we need to make? This has proven to be true in all areas of our lives for years. For example take the environment, we don’t give it any thought until it is hurting our pocket book, ...
Views: 1323 - You Just Never Know, Do You? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Scott Q MarcusYou just never know Early morning routine: Jack, my dog, and I are taking our walk. His leash is in my hand, my headphones are clamped over my ears; I am absorbed in the back-and-forth of my favorite podcast. Jack and I; just doin’ our thing. The neighborhood is residential; no major ...
Views: 1262 - The Feng Shui of Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Micaela BellopedeIn Chinese philosophy there is balance in everything in the cosmos. There is a YIN and a YANG. There is the masculine and the feminine. For much of my life I was encouraged to be "masculine". Go, be, win, chase, etc. It worked well in certain areas of my life, but not in my relationships. ...
Views: 1117(1 vote) - Law Of Karma: How To Use The Law Of Karma To Enhance Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Michael LeeThe law of karma is very simple and easy to understand. Basically, it is as the old adage says: Do unto others what you want others to do to you. This is something we have learned ever since we were little children. Beat someone up and you're likely to get beaten up in return. But how does ...
Views: 2256 - Transforming Your Inner Critic Into Your Best Friend - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Val LoganYour Inner Critic Holds the Secret to Your Success Inner Critic Mastery as Revealed in the Scheherazad Story Do you really want to know the secret of your success? I will tell you a secret about yourself that you may not have realized. If only I had known this secret myself when I first ...
Views: 1410 - Dr. Romance: Peace Begins at Home - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: There is so much unrest in the world today: we are still in two wars, terrorism seems to be endemic worldwide, and domestic violence still dominates the news. We still need to heed the old bumper sticker: TEACH PEACE. The more current one on my car says “Peace is ...
Views: 1080 - Warning Signs when Dating Divorced Men - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Jonathon AslayOftentimes when a woman has come out of a failed marriage her vision is not as clear as it needs to be regarding dating. Re-entering the social arena can be a bit daunting especially when her prospects will most likely be divorced men. There are several danger zones one must recognize in ...
Views: 4934(2 votes) - Sexting is Now Out in the Open, Now What? Part Seven - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Daniela RoherIn this seventh and last blog on sexting, we discuss what happens after one partner has acknowledged sexting with a third person outside of the primary relationship. How can the two partners rebuild their relationship, or is this impossible to do? First of all, it is important to say that ...
Views: 2009 - Why Not Trust Your Own Decisions - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from David SamuelI was asked a question; “I’m trying to find a way to balance having a relationship and achieve my goal. But I see I’ve failed to realise I cannot have both. Because my goal is also to be balanced my thinking is that I needed to have a relationship in order achieve this.” Why can’t you have ...
Views: 1498 - Primal Sex for Cameron Diaz - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeI adore the American actress Cameron Diaz. She dares to be ridiculously funny in ‘The Mask’, has men swooning over her in ‘There’s Something About Mary’, gets to kick butt in ‘Charlie’s Angels’, and is not shy in admitting that she can’t sing in ‘My Best Friend’s Wedding’. She smiles readily, ...
Views: 2100 - Getting Feedback After Sex (Part 1 of 2) - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeIn previous pieces*, I have covered how sex is not a one-way experience (in ‘Don’t Lie Back and Think of England’), as well as how sex can be like an elephant in the bedroom when it comes to communicating any problems that might be occurring. This week, I would like to suggest ways in which we ...
Views: 2731(1 vote) - Relationship Counselling / Couples Counselling - Why it's A Good Idea - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from Richard ColeIf you are getting stuck in arguments relationship counselling is a good idea because you soon find out that there is more to understanding what is going on that you may initially think. It's wise to take time to evaluate and reflect before making big decisions; It might come as a surprise to ...
Views: 1580(1 vote) - The Top 3 Fears That Prevent Successful Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Daniel AmisDo you have a fear that prevents you from getting into- or maintaining a good relationship? Well it’s not as uncommon as you may think. There are actual terms for these conditions. Such as… 1. Pistanthrophobia. Also known as the fear of trusting people. Common problems include: not opening ...
Views: 1960 - How To Play Hard To Get With A Girl In 5 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Michael LeeWomen aren’t the only ones who have to keep their feelings to themselves. As a guy, you have to know how to play hard to get with a girl as well. For ladies, it’s all about not making themselves look too easy. For men, it’s more of being careful and certain with their choices. After all, ...
Views: 4055(1 vote) - How To Play Hard To Get With A Guy In 3 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Michael LeeKnowing how to play hard to get with a guy is a crucial lesson every girl must learn. You cannot give herself too freely or your affections can be taken for granted. As a woman, this will be natural for you; but a few tips can do much to help push you in the right direction. Read this ...
Views: 3117(1 vote) - Your Mental Attitude Shapes Your Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Pamela LevinYour mental attitude has everything to do with how you get along with with others. If you have a positive attitude, you tend to create positive relationships, while a negative mental attitude breeds more of that same negativity. But how to improve your attitude if you need to? Where were you ...
Views: 1542(1 vote) - Why Do Men Stray? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeThe first thing we should know that the monogamous model for relationship has not existed through all societies and time. More so in our Asian culture, we are exposed to concepts like polygamy where Muslim men can have up to four wives; and patriarchal systems where the father or eldest male is ...
Views: 1166 - The Perfect Valentine’s Day Dinner - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeWhat are some tips on the ways a guy can impress a girl with the perfect Valentine’s Day dinner date? Generally, women’s sexual fantasies tend to be filled with more romantic interludes. The whole works would mean: the perfect venue for that perfect date – a 5-star hotel, an elite restaurant, ...
Views: 1130 - Should I Tell Him My Sex History? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeHow much you reveal to your partner has a lot to do with what kind of a relationship you want. If you want an honest and open relationship, then it is important you are as honest and open as you possibly can. Your past is a part of where you have been, and may not be representative of who you ...
Views: 1121 - Review of ‘When Hainan Meets Teochew’ - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeThis piece first appeared on the Good Vibrations Magazine. The trailer of the new Singaporean film ‘When Hainan Meets Teochew’ was enough to persuade me that I had to watch it. The movie was premised as a romantic comedy between a ‘manly’ woman, and a ‘womanly’ man, as opposed to the usual ...
Views: 2113 - How to Develop Self-Awareness & Succeed with Your Relationships 1: Stages of the Process - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Doron GilIf you are sincerely motivated to develop a satisfying relationship and haven’t succeeded until now, developing your Self-Awareness is a must. It is the only means by which you can realize what made you fail in your relationships until now, change what needs change and become empowered to ...
Views: 1183 - Your Best Match Is Someone Around Your Own Age - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2011 from Jan HallAccording to Barbara D’Angelis, author of the best book I know to finding the ideal partner, “Are You the One For Me”, an age difference of more than eleven years is a “time bomb”. This means that everything may start out rosy, but sooner or later there is bound to be a blow-up –a major conflict ...
Views: 766 - ***What Are the Myths About Marriage in the USA in 2011? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. First, here are the facts. If you get married before the age of 24 in the USA, you have a MUCH higher chance of getting divorced than those who get married at 25 and beyond. The divorce rate for those getting married after the age of 25 is ...
Views: 3928(23 votes) - Healing the Emotional Pain of a Broken Heart - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2011 from Randi FineAn excerpt from upcoming 8/25/11 blog radio talk show "A Fine Time for Healing" If you’ve ever been in love, chances are that you have suffered the devastating feelings of at least one relationship break up. Immediately following the death of a love relationship, your heart is shattered. ...
Views: 1737 - Are You Addicted to Love: The Difference Between a Love Relationship and Being Addicted to Love. - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2011 from Rhonda RabowHi Everyone! I hope you are having a wonderful summer with all our warm weather. Here is a question for all those people out there (you know who you are) who tend to go over that line between being in love and being addicted to love. Feel free to pass on this quiz to any of your friends who ...
Views: 1544 - Dating Asian Women Tips And Methods - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2011 from Jack FlashLook, if your preference lies in dating Asian girls, join the club. I have been dating Asian girls for a number of years, in America and during my frequent overseas travels, and I have come up with a comprehensive set of guidelines and methods you can use if you would like to learn the art of ...
Views: 973 - Dating Asian Women - Precisely How To Draw In Stunning Asian Girls - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2011 from Jack Flashdating Asian women methods, there exists one issue to be conscious of before anything more. Pacific Rim includes a variety of different areas, with each having its own particular features. In spite of the incontrovertible fact that you do not have to turn into an expert, you should at the least ...
Views: 1942 - Find Out What You Can Do If Your Girlfriend Wants To Break Up - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Andrew HunterAre you and your girlfriend constantly arguing? If your girlfriend wants to break up with you, you might want to try out these methods on how to keep this disaster from happening. The Secret to a Solid Relationship A strong relationship is usually built by people who are individually happy ...
Views: 680 - ***"If You Really Loved Me, You Wouldn't..." - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Margaret PaulHow often have you had the thought, "If you really loved me, you wouldn't... Get angry, yell, curse, call names, say mean, untrue things about meProject your behavior onto meWithdraw, run away, shut down, sit spaced-out in front of the TVResist doing what I ask you to doLook at ...
Views: 3471(3 votes) - Does The No Contact Rule Work Effectively? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Andrew HunterDoes the No Contact Rule work for most people? You should be aware how important the No Contact Rule is if you want your ex back with you. If you are struggling with a recent relationship break up then you should learn more about the No Contact Rule and how it works. Q: How does the No ...
Views: 2236 - Find Out If It's Possible To Save You Love Life By Taking A Break From A Relationship - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Mika MaddelaAre you contemplating about taking a break from a relationship? Our love lives are very important factors of our life and when it starts to fail, you'll find yourself wondering if a break will be the best solution for it. The fact is that taking a break from a relationship could help you repair ...
Views: 580 - Shocking Signs Your Ex Wants You Back - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Mika MaddelaIf you just recently broke up with your ex and you want him or her back, then you might be watching them intently and looking for signs you ex wants you back too. But here's how to find out if your ex still likes you and wants you back in their life. First, is he still keeping up with all the ...
Views: 4597 - 3 Steps to Separate a Good “Are You Really In Love” Quiz From a Useless One - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2011 from Kevin TeoHow do you tell if you’re in love? One easy way to find that out is to use “Are You Really In Love” quizzes to help you out, but only if you take the right ones. If you take those little short quizzes you find in magazines, you might end up more confused than ever. Don’t make that mistake. ...
Views: 739 - You Just Spied Your You Saw Your Ex Girlfriend With Someone Else? What Do You Do Next? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2011 from Andrew HunterIf you just saw your ex girlfriend with someone else then you must feel pretty bad right now. This becomes worse if you actually want her back in your life. Does this mean that she is now happier and you can't undo the break up? Not necessarily. The thing is that rebound relationships rarely ...
Views: 1006 - How The No Contact Rule To Get Your Ex Back Works - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2011 from Mika MaddelaAre you doing everything you can to get your ex back? You might have heard about the No Contact Rule but you're not really sure what it can do to help you get your ex back. The No Contact Rule is actually very reasonable and provides you with a great way of getting your ex back. What is the ...
Views: 1337 - Effective Methods On How To Overcome A Depression After A Break Up - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2011 from Andrew HunterAre you having a hard time coping with depression after a break up? Break up can be equated to an emotional disaster for most people. It can turn our brain to mush and generally make the world a little crazier. In fact, a relationship with the person you love might as well be the most important ...
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