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Marriage Therapy: 8 Signs You Should See a Marriage Counselor - Dave Turo-Shields- 4 Keys to a Successful Partnership with the One You Love - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Lisa ChristiansenA Lasting, Fulfilling, Relationship - The "Dynamic of Stay": 4 Keys to a Successful Partnership with the One You Love It is currently my honest belief that more people in the world are mystified regarding how to find - and keep love - than how to find and keep money. There was a time in ...
Views: 1907 - Batting Below Your Average - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Kimberly Laura MaloneThe phrase, to bat above one's average, according to The Urban Dictionary is derived from the English gentleman’s sport of Cricket and means "When a male picks up a female substantially more attractive than all his previous efforts in women." The phrase to bat below one's average, according ...
Views: 3823(2 votes) - Are you in a DINS Marriage? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Daniela RoherThe acronym DINS (Double Income No Sex) was coined a few years ago in discussions about the evolution of marriage in this country. In research carried out at Georgia State University, 16% of married couples reported they had sex with each other less than once a month. As a psychotherapist ...
Views: 1848 - ***Dating Over 40: Why He's Not Asking You Out (Part 2) - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2011 from Bobbi PalmerContinuing from yesterday, it's important to make yourself memorable when you are dating. There are tons of women out there; you want to be the one he wants to know. When you follow this advice and get your story out in the right way, the guys who are good matches will take notice. They are ...
Views: 2617 - Disadvantages of Love spells - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Christina XioEvery one alive has the presence of love their lives. Love itself is uniquely different concept which describes it self as something that cannot be described while a person is restricted within the logical reasons. A man simply might love a woman because he frequently gets to meet her at the ...
Views: 7750 - I Don’t Want To Be Lonely Anymore - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Jesse BirkeyI Don’t Want To Be Lonely Anymore We all have the desire to find someone special that we can share our life with. We want someone to be able to talk to when we are excited and to brag to when something great happens to us. We really want to do those things with someone that we know cares about ...
Views: 7519(2 votes) - ***Taking the Risk of Loving - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Margaret Paul“To love at all is to be vulnerable. Love anything, and your heart will certainly be wrung and possibly be broken. If you want to make sure of keeping it intact, you must give your heart to no one, not even to an animal. Wrap it carefully round with hobbies and little luxuries; avoid all ...
Views: 3481(3 votes) - ***Anonymity Versus the Truth about Marriage - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. Often we wonder, silently and out-loud – why have so many good folks fallen prey to the lies and distortions about marriage in the USA promulgated by so many uninformed people or people with some kind of political agenda? Many times, they have an ...
Views: 3532(15 votes) - ***Dating Over 40: Why He’s Not Asking You Out (Part 1) - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2011 from Bobbi PalmerI can answer this in three words: You’re not memorable. That’s it. Whether it’s the hot man you had a nice chat with at the local coffee shop or the guy you had a great first date with, getting him to ask you out can take some skill. Yep, I said skill. You’re not 18 anymore, and the ...
Views: 2461 - Finding Love Again - A Lesson From Shania Twain on How to Find Love After Divorce - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Joe AmoiaHave you ever have your heart broken? Imagine how you would feel after you found out that your husband of 15 years, the father of your child, the man who was the co-writer and producer of your music and one of the biggest driving forces of your multi-platinum, multi-million dollar career was ...
Views: 2361 - 5 Things to do When You Recognize a Soul Mate - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Judy Lynn KoonsI know I am connected to someone psychically in this life and in another life too. I actually have past/concurrent life recognition. I can see scenes from when we have interacted together from what seems from another time on Earth. Now what? First off, how do I know? Well the short answer is ...
Views: 2291(2 votes) - Ending a Relationship Gracefully - 5 Key points In Ending A Relationship Gracefully - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Johnny WayneIt is sad to say that all things and happy times can reach to its final end. Thus, it is a challenge for you and for all of us in ending the relationship gracefully. Sometimes, the break up experience is a traumatic one for many, but you can change it if you want. So here are some key points for ...
Views: 4840(1 vote) - Event Planning Companies - Five Recommendations To Glimpse Out For When Arranging Your Event Logistics - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Jose ChoinskiYou will discover several points that you must search out for when you might be preparing an event that is going to be an excellent success. You may desire to take on into consideration each of the points that may go wrong in order that you will be prepared for that points which will make your ...
Views: 1381 - Event Planning Companies - Six Elements To Look Out For When Planning The Celebration Itinerary - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Jose ChoinskiWhen it involves organizing an celebration, you should do the even itinerary as well. You would like to possess every little thing timed towards the T. You need to produce positive which you stay on track and preserve the celebration transferring forward, or your guests will get bored and ...
Views: 579 - What Should You Do If You Fall in Love With a Friend? - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Brooke AlexandriaWhether men and women can truly be friends (without benefits) is an age-old debate. Those that do not believe men and women can be friends without the relationship progressing into deeper feelings often argue that the strongest romantic relationships are first built on solid friendships. When ...
Views: 2047 - Avoid These Four Common Dating Mistakes - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Brooke AlexandriaWhether you are recently single and just entering the dating game, or are a seasoned veteran on the dating scene, and wondering why you are not having much success meeting a partner to start a long-term relationship with, your lack of success may be due to a few common mistakes, rather than "the ...
Views: 1374 - The Seven B’s of Healthy Relationships - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Talayah StovallThere are certain principles that apply to all types of relationships, whether they are friendships, romances, business associations or family interactions. We all lose focus from time to time and can benefit from being reminded of the core tenets of relationship success. Being attuned to the ...
Views: 1685(3 votes) - Prescription for Healthy Relationships - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Talayah StovallHuman beings have an inherent need to develop meaningful relationships. We all want to share our goals, ideas, joys, sorrows, desires, affection and experiences with someone else. However, we all fall short at times in handling the mechanics of them. There are times when we need to “doctor” up ...
Views: 1375(3 votes) - The Impotent Hero - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Allan HardmanRomantic relationship has been both a blessing and nightmare for many people in this new millennium. In the past, the rules of relationship were relatively structured and well enforced by families and cultures. Many relationships were based on the need for security and financial well-being in an ...
Views: 1512 - Men Afraid Of Commitment - 5 Great Deal Of Facts For Women Dealing With Commitment Phobic Men - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Johnny WayneWhat makes men afraid of commitment? Even if different reasons can be given with the question above, how really a man say that he's not into commitment? Why does fear related to all men who are not yet ready for commitment despite stable job and right age?Why do they need to enter into a ...
Views: 3642 - Wedding Night – Make this day more memorable with some beautiful ideas - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from sonu yadavWeeding is the just day for which every bride and groom that waits for it very excitingly. Weeding night is the most unique night for the couples as they can share their talks and can recognize each other well again. The weeding night can be creation more special by planning new things and new ...
Views: 1561 - 7 Ways To Avoid Getting Hurt - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Kara OhI was at a conference of academics and I was talking to a woman about what I do. She told me about a very smart woman who teaches finance, very accomplished, many awards and lots of respect from her peers. But, she said, this very smart women just turns stupid when it comes to men. Why do we do ...
Views: 4247 - My coffee break experience - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from rikvin offshoreI really love drinking coffee, and probably coffee is part of my daily life routine. Coffee in the morning and coffee during office breaks. Though it’s usual for my officemates to go to Starbucks and have their coffee break there although I usually prefer to just stay behind our office and just ...
Views: 1640 - How To Introduce the Idea of Dating and Remarriage To Children - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Ellen GerstAfter the loss of a spouse – whether from death or divorce – dating and remarriage may be considered. However, this time around, it is not just about you! Your children will play a very big role in the next partner you choose. The adaptability of your children will also determine if the ...
Views: 2277 - ***The State of Our Unions: Is Marriage in Trouble? - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. In Middle America, marriage is in trouble! So say W. Bradford Wilcox of the National Marriage Project at the University of Virginia and Elizabeth Marquardt of the Center for Marriage and Families Institute for American Values in New York ...
Views: 3482(14 votes) - The myth of the complex woman - Part 2 -The age cycle - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from George Forderin a previous article I explained, carefully, how women are actually easy to understand, using the Age/Fertility/Role model with it's 3 interlocking cycles. Today I thought I'd expound on the first cycle The Age Cycle, consists of the phases; Pre-puberty Practicing Mating Raising ...
Views: 1548 - Mother and Daughters Are Here to Stay! - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2011 from Karen KellerThroughout history, the mother and daughter relationship has been a give and take or a push and shove relationship – depending on where you’re standing. Sometimes these relationships are terribly strained ending up in a stand off when the daughter is in her forties or fifties. “I love my ...
Views: 1104 - Creating a Support Network That Works for You - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Susan R MeyerSupport Roses have trellises to support them. Buildings have scaffolding, then infrastructure. Even bicycles have training wheels. What kind of support do you have? Somehow, many people hold a rugged, independent notion that they can make it on their own. Citizens of the United States love ...
Views: 1551 - A Simple Key to a More Meaningful Life - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Richard (Dick) WarnDr. David Hawkins, psychiatrist, physician, and spiritual teacher, said, "Make a gift of your life and lift all mankind by being kind, considerate, forgiving, and compassionate at all times,in all places, and under all conditions, with everyone as well as yourself. This is the greatest gift ...
Views: 1622 - Fact or Fiction? 3 Sex Myths Debunked - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Dr. Patty Ann TublinSex. It’s everywhere! On television, in magazines, on billboards. How can a topic that is written and talked about so often have so much misinformation attached to it? It is fairly safe to say the subject of sex practically consumes us as a society. I don’t think there is one issue of any ...
Views: 609 - What is unconditional love - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Dia ThabetDo you know what love is? What is unconditional love? Love is the one of the strongest emotions a person can have. It is a tender feeling of affection that you feel for another person. Everyone seems to have his own opinion of what love is. Regardless of what definition you want to give it, ...
Views: 4331 - ***Why You're Still Single - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2011 from Bobbi PalmerOne of my clients recently said, “I don’t think there’s something wrong with me; I just think I’m doing something wrong.” Bingo. The majority of women who come to me for help with dating and relationships lack confidence. Most are sure something is wrong with them. What else would explain ...
Views: 1786(2 votes) - Five Ways to Win Your Man Back - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Janet Perez Eckles“I have to talk to you,” my husband said. His somber tone told me nothing pleasant would follow. We got in the car and I figured maybe this talk had to do with another job change, or a new way to tackle our bills. During our eight years of marriage, these issues called for serious ...
Views: 1724 - Anniversary Gifts To Rock Your Romance - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Jeffrey WayneMarriage is a relationship like no other. It involves the deepest level of commitment and caring to make it work. But what makes this relationship the most rewarding is the camaraderie shared between husband and wife. An anniversary is the perfect time to rejoice in your togetherness and reflect ...
Views: 1356 - The Relationship With Yourself - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Guy RussellThe relationship you have with yourself is the most important relationship you will ever have. Your personal relationship is the foundation all others will be built upon. Without this foundation, then it is a matter of time before the others crumble around your feet. We all have to remember to ...
Views: 1402 - How To Stop Worrying About Your Relationship - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Kara OhDo you ever worry that he’ll hurt you like your last boyfriend or husband? Or that he’ll leave? Or you’re jealous for no reason? When you feel like you have no control over your fearful or negative thoughts, it’s easy for them to start controlling you. And when that happens, you’ll usually ...
Views: 2665 - Love The One Your With - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Terrence AubreyWe in the online dating business are, we hope bringing together hearts and minds in a loving and caring relationship, but the statistics tell us that in the west now, one third, or more of marriages are doomed to divorce and separation, that is a lot of pain, frustration and dissapointment. Why ...
Views: 1708 - The Untold Secret to a Happy Relationship - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Paige GerstenIf you browse the web, you will probably notice that there are many relationship articles published. This is because there are many people who are not satisfied or have issues on their current relationship. And they seek for solutions in every word written on the article. So, what is it that ...
Views: 754 - Mirror Mirror on the Wall: The Secret & Most Effective Relationship Tool - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Dr. Patty Ann TublinI’m sure you know the beloved fairytale “Snow White and the 7 Dwarfs.” Remember the part of the fairytale when the witch looks in the mirror and says, “Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s the fairest of them all?” And the response the witch hears back is: “Snow White.” This unexpected response ...
Views: 613 - 7 Great Tips for Improving Your Sex Life - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Allura JoyFirst of all, the term “great sex” is totally subjective. What I considered great sex or a fantastic lover to me many years ago does not even come close in measuring up to subsequent sexual experiences. I didn’t know what I was missing as I had nothing better to compare it to at the time. ...
Views: 3210(1 vote) - Who Can I Trust - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Jesse BirkeyWho Can I Trust? I am fairly certain that we all want someone who we can place our trust in. The only question is “Who is that someone going to be?” Who are you going to place your trust in? If the answer is yourself then you are going to be frequently disappointed. If you answer is your ...
Views: 1897(1 vote) - ***When Should You Take It Personally? - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2011 from Margaret PaulWe hear so often, "Don't take it personally." What does this really mean? The answer is NOT simple!Let's say that you are in a great mood, feeling loving and expansive, and someone - either someone close to you or a stranger like a clerk in a store - is withdrawn or attacking.This is ...
Views: 3204(2 votes) - Do shy guys meet women? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Christina GarabedianDear Tina, I’m a shy guy and don’t know what to say when I meet a woman. I’m afraid I’ll never get another date. What am I going to do? ShyGuy Dear ShyGuy, First, let me tell you that you are definitely not the only guy that feels this way. Not everybody has to have a very ...
Views: 1375(2 votes) - Wedding Planning Can Be Easily Done Once You Are Organized - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Cllifford ChaseGetting married is an exciting time in people's lives it and also be a very stressful time because of all the planning and budgeting that is required. There are many things that you will need to have organized before your wedding day so it's always best to make sure that you have a plan in place ...
Views: 432 - My Ex Boyfriend Hasn't Called Me! - This is What You Must Do To Make Him Call You. - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Charles UadialeYou now spend time alone, because you have been dumped, and now you really want to communicate with ex boyfriend. Where's he at? What's he up to? Communicating with your ex boyfriend is an important part of reuniting with him, however it must be executed with care or you will scare him away. ...
Views: 18996 - If We're Honest About Physical Attraction - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2011 from Joe BeamWe did an online poll for my visit with on-air personalities Woody & Jim today on 107.5 The River in Nashville. The question was, “Which is most important to you?” The choices were: 1) your mate takes care of his/her body and keeps looking good, 2) your mate fulfills your sexual desires but lets ...
Views: 3841(2 votes) - The Importance of Healthy Relationships - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Ann GattyWhy Are Relationships Important in People’s Lives? It is easy to feel isolated when life is challenging and you are struggling with stressful situations in your life. During times like these, you may want to withdraw from socializing with people and stay by yourself, away from others. You ...
Views: 18681(1 vote) - Whatever Parents Opinion, Teen Dating Is Normal - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Derrick ThomasWhatever your parents think, teen dating is normal. Over the past few years, internet dating has become more accepted. You are practising to find the right guy or the right girl. accept that your first online date is not going to necessarily turn into marriage. Many people think that online ...
Views: 1396 - Success Waits Behind the Veil of Failure - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Jan DeniseSuccess Waits Behind the Veil of Failure in relationships and in life Just as Valentine’s Day points to everybody else getting roses and chocolates and diamonds, it can point to your own relationship blunders. Before you give yourself a failing grade, though, consider the bell curve. How ...
Views: 1416 - Relationship Help: Transform Your Marriage With a Question - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Richard NicastroQuestions have the power to change people... For centuries, philosophers have known about the power of questions as a tool to finding the deeper truths about life. And questions are one of the central ways in which therapists (including marriage/couples counselors) help clients create more ...
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