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Marriage Therapy: 8 Signs You Should See a Marriage Counselor - Dave Turo-Shields- Improving Personal Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from al betzThe richness of life comes from our interactions with other living things. But many of us don’t interact with living things as much as we used to. For example, as I write this article it is appearing on my monitor, but on my companion monitor there is a screensaver. The screensaver image is ...
Views: 4622(1 vote) - Getting Past Emotional Pain - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAll of us have been emotionally hurt at one time or another—it doesn’t matter who and what you are, really. However, there are also people who seem so totally unreceptive to emotional pain. These are the type who doesn’t give a smack when someone tries to get close to them with a bit of an ...
Views: 4619(3 votes) - Using Text Message To Push Your Ex Boyfriend's Emotions - Make Him Want You Back - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2016 from Joan RiversUsing Text Message To Push Your Ex Boyfriend's Emotions - Make Him Want You Back; Make your ex love you again using text messages to initiate the conversation. Things can get pretty mixed up after a breakup. Your emotions are running at an all time high and why wouldn't they be? You found the ...
Views: 4614 - Get Back To Ex Boyfriend Or Ex Girlfriend By Being Nice - Get Reconciled With Acts Of Love - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2016 from Joan RiversGet Back To Ex Boyfriend Or Ex Girlfriend By Being Nice - Get Reconciled With Acts Of Love; Psychological and Expert Tips to get your ex boyfriend or girlfriend back in your life. Effective information on ways to get an ex back. A complete solution to help you get your ex back into your life ...
Views: 4610 - 11 hints for life - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2012 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriEleven Hints for Life 1. It hurts to love someone and not be loved in return. But what is more painful is to love someone and never find the courage to let that person know how you feel. 2. A sad thing in life is when you meet someone who means a lot to you, only to find out in the end that ...
Views: 4604(1 vote) - Is My Ex Girlfriend Over Me? Figure It Out Here - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Mika MaddelaAre you trying to figure out if your ex girlfriend is still in love with you? It's not too hard to decipher her actions and interpret how she feels about you. You can easily tell if she is over you. Her talks with you would lack substance, that is if she ever talks to you at all. She'll also be ...
Views: 4602(1 vote) - 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 - The 5 Principles of a Successful Marriage - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2014 from Dr Ana GarciaWhen we embark ourselves in marriage, we embark ourselves in the most meaningful partnership of our lives. Like all relationships, this partnership requires a continuous and mutual exchange of energy and, because of the nature and depth of emotions involved, communication and choices based on ...
Views: 4596 - Couples Challenges: The Series - Successfully Navigating the Lifestyle aka Swinging - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2009 from Mark KauppMany couples face a point in their relationship when the feelings of boredom and monotony begin to set in. The couple begins to feel like they’ve lost the spice and spontaneity that once came so easily. Now they have to work for that same excitement which tends to make things seem tedious and ...
Views: 4593(2 votes) - Healthy Finances for Couples – How to Have the Money Talk - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2014 from Kathy Jo PollackWant to stay married, talk about money. Creating healthy finances when two people join their lives takes effort. Are you having money talks with your spouse or significant other? Many people will talk about anything before money and yet money is the #1 reason for divorce and the driving force in ...
Views: 4592(4 votes) - ***The Valentine's Day Gift of Time - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. In these tough economic times we think it is important to again remind folks that the best things in life are free. To love, to be loved, and to give the gift of time is the best gift you can give to someone. This is an especially important message ...
Views: 4581(37 votes) - Lying Vs Telling The Truth In Relationships - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2015 from Brian KrallNow I know what your probably thinking…what an obvious answer to this question it is that “Honesty is the best policy”…Right? But if the answer was that obvious why would I write a whole blog on it? Obviously this is still a necessary topic, as so many people in relationships still lie to ...
Views: 4580(1 vote) - ***The Best Marriages on Six Continents of the World - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. The “heart of the matter” is this – successful marriages around the world are bound together by their commonalities – certainly not by their differences. Learn the lessons, emulate them, practice them, take them to heart, and engage in the simple ...
Views: 4577(28 votes) - ***Love and Marriage in Ireland Today - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2010 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America's #1 Love and Marriage Experts. We arrived in Dublin, Ireland for a week of interviews on the Emerald Isle with successfully married couples. Our journey is part of our new "simple things matter in love and marriage" series and relates to our continuing search for great marriages ...
Views: 4576(32 votes) - ***Communication- Establishing Connection Instantly - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2015 from Barbara SteppCOMMUNICATING AND ESTABLISHING A CONNECTION INSTANTLY by Barbara J. Stepp, Premier Coach, Clinical Hypnotherapist, No Fault Psychology™, NLP, DHE® Master Trainer WHEN WE MEET someone our first impression is critical. It doesn’t matter what the situation. It has probably happened to us all ...
Views: 4574(2 votes) - Journaling Through Codependency - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Lori KlauserMost of us had diaries when we were younger. We’d write about that cute boy in homeroom, vent our anger about our siblings, voice our feelings of unfairness about a grounding or restriction our parents enforced, or simply express our dreams for our future. Journaling has now been recognized ...
Views: 4572(1 vote) - Neediness: Is Your Neediness Pushing People Away? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhile having needs is part of being human, there is a big difference between having needs and being ‘needy’. When it comes to ones needs, one is going to be aware of what they are and then go about getting them met. And at times they will be met and at times they won’t be. So in this case, ...
Views: 4571 - ***Words and Phrases You Hear in Great Marriages - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2011 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. We have been engaged in marriage research for nearly three decades around the world and have never been asked this question until recently – “Are there words or phrases you listen for when you interview the best marriages around the world?” This is ...
Views: 4569(20 votes) - 6 Characteristics of Healthy Relationships - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Michael FehlauerBy Michael Fehlauer Long-term healthy relationships are possible. There are fundamental skills, as well as a perspective in the way we approach our relationships, that enable us to experience solid friendships. The people we allow into our world either add to our lives or subtract from our ...
Views: 4566(4 votes) - ***The Relationship Trap: "Let's Talk." - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Margaret Paul"Let's talk tonight," said Callie."Oh no, not again!" thought Darren as he gave Callie a blank stare, feeling like a deer in the headlights.Darren knew from past experience that "Let's talk," meant, "Let's talking about what you are doing wrong, and about how ...
Views: 4563(2 votes) - My Boyfriend is Not Loyal to Me – Six Means to Take Out Infidelity Issue - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2011 from Simone Brown"My lover is unfaithful to Me ", she believed. Before you give the break up idea and shatter her feelings even more, attempt to recommend these six steps to salvage the affiliation. Your closest colleague who’s sitting right in front of you, broke the news of unexpected betrayal. You could ...
Views: 4562 - My Ex Boyfriend Called Me - What Do I Say To Get Into A Relationship Again - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2016 from Joan RiversMy Ex Boyfriend Called Me - What Do I Say To Get Into A Relationship Again; How are you supposed to sweep in and win back his heart after a breakup if you don't even know what to say when your ex boyfriend calls you? You're aware of all the dangers of going in blind and trying to wing it, but ...
Views: 4561(1 vote) - Strategy on What You Can Do to Get an Ex Boyfriend or Ex Girlfriend Back – I Need My Ex Love - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Vanessa MooreIt doesn't matter how you feel, the gap between you and your ex is getting bigger and bigger if you do nothing about it. Especially, when you feel there is nothing you can do. Are you worried and tell yourself all the time "I need help in getting my ex boyfriend or ex girlfriend back" A ...
Views: 4558 - 10 Great “No Reason” Gifts To Show Your Love - by Submitted on May 29, 2012 from Jayant Gopinath KulkarniWe’ve all heard the saying, “It’s the thought that counts,” and this is especially true when giving a gift in a relationship. Simple gifts given to a loved one, don’t have to be for any reason other than to let them know that you care and are thinking of them and these gifts don’t have to be ...
Views: 4556(1 vote) - Overcoming Fear And Negativity - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2008 from Colleen Hoffman SmithIf we have fear living in us we will attract relationships, experiences and health issues to face the negativity that fear takes us to. Every negative experience blocks the future that holds everything we want for a healthy, loving and abundant life. Negative emotions are the barriers that stop ...
Views: 4549 - How To Charm Someone: 5 Simple Tips To Develop Your Charisma - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Michael LeeWant to know how to charm someone? In this article, I'll show you some of the most effective ways to be a charismatic and likeable person. Of course, the examples here can be flexible. Tweak them however you want, so they can be applied to your own specific situations. To get started, here ...
Views: 4546 - Looking for That Perfect Relationship? - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2004 from Susan DunnIf you ARE looking for that perfect relationship, stop reading this article and do one of two things: (1) Go to one of those websites that promises something like that and be “taken” again, or (2) Brush up on your emotional intelligence skills. Looking for anything perfect is an ...
Views: 4546(1 vote) - Relationships: Why Do Some People Attract People Who Are Needy? - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to dynamics in relationships that cause problems and a fair amount of frustration, there are two common patterns of behaviour. One of those is when one is attracted to people who are unavailable. So they desire to be another person and yet continually end up being attracted to ...
Views: 4545 - ***How To Know If A Woman Likes You - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Paul Dobransky, M.D.A woman likes you if she looks at you, if she talks to you and lets you talk, if she touches you or lets you touch her, and certainly if she kisses you or has sex with you. You see, there are DEGREES to “liking” and a DURATION to how long and how much you are “liked.” Through this all there ...
Views: 4543(3 votes) - Platonic Relationships: Why They Don't Work After A Break-Up - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Janice BennettRelationships with the opposite sex can be extremely complicated, especially after a break-up. Can singles be “just friends” with someone they used to date? Here's why I say the answer to that question is "no." Q. I just broke up with a guy I had been dating for nine months. We got ...
Views: 4539 - Benefits of dating transsexual women - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2018 from emily miaHave you ever thought of dating a transsexual woman? Trans women have no difference from cis women at all. Our trans experience gives us an amusing perception which we are proud of each time we date. Here are some of the benefit which makes trans date-worth well; Another benefit would be, ...
Views: 4531 - Five Things to Avoid to Win Her Love Back - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2010 from Andrew HunterSoon after finding yourself dumped, it could be harder for many men to win their exes back. They can not endure the hurt that they are dealing with after being so terribly damaged. Some men around simply want their girlfriends back because they really want to confirm it to themselves and to the ...
Views: 4523(4 votes) - Is Jealousy Normal? - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Greg BakerWe are taught that jealousy is wrong. Indeed, it often leads to disastrous results. But is it normal? Or is it the result of some wrong thinking or wrong decisions? Find out. First, it is essential to accurately define jealousy as compared to two other terms—envy and covetousness. Since I am ...
Views: 4520 - What Can I Say to Get Him Back? The Right Words to Melt His Heart! - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2011 from Michael UadialeIt could be that, he got tired of your womanizing act. He may have forgiven you innumerable times before - and because of that - you became intolerable and pompous. You have this thought that he would always be by you no matter what you do. Unfortunately he is gone. When you sit alone reflecting ...
Views: 4520 - Should You Tell Him You Want To Get Married? I Want To Marry My Boyfriend Should I Tell Him - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2017 from Banks RobertYou love your guy. You have visions of wedding dresses and a tropical honeymoon dancing in your head. You want to be his wife and you want to live the rest of your life by his side. Sounds like a dream come true, doesn't it? It certainly does save for one problem. He never talks about the ...
Views: 4518 - A Gay Therapist's Advice on Avoiding Fights with Your Boyfriend - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from Adam BlumYou are dating a five-year-old. Yes, that man across the dinner table from you—the one with beard stubble and crow’s feet—is actually a five-year-old boy. So are you. All of us retain our experiences as children throughout our lives. And when we are fighting with our boyfriends there’s ...
Views: 4517(1 vote) - How To Be A Good Kisser – 10 Kissing Tips You Need To Know! - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Francois du ToitNone of us are born good kissers. We all have to learn how to kiss, mostly through trial and error, and, although some of us have a lot of kissing experience it does not mean we are good at it. Here are some tips and advice on how to be a good kisser. Most of the time your kissing partner ...
Views: 4517 - What Is a Open Relationship: Understanding It Before You Agree to It - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from Nea Joy JusticeHave you found yourself asking, "What is an open relationship" or "Are we in a open relationship?" If so, hopefully it isn't because you agreed to such a relationship without understanding what it really means. If you and your partner want to have a successful relationship (open or not), it's ...
Views: 4515 - Can You Be Friends with Your Ex Boyfriend - A Must Read! - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2011 from Charles WealthThose women who can’t take their mind off their ex completely often ask, “can you be friends with your ex boyfriend?” I understand that you still have strong feelings for your ex boyfriend and so you want to keep the lines of communication open. You feel that being friends with him will help you ...
Views: 4511 - Finding the Love You Want: The Cure for Being Single When Nothing Else Has Worked - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Stefan GonickFinding the Love You Want by Healing the Inner Child with EFT Many people find themselves in an endless and frustrating search for love. They either have an very hard time finding a partner or end up having a series of unhappy and unsuccessful relationships. Why is finding love so hard ...
Views: 4511(17 votes) - The Best Way To Text Your Ex Back Successfully - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Michael LoisText messages can actually perform? A single solution to get your ex back without confrontation which can add far more damage just after your break up is sending a text message for your ex that could touch his or her heart and sweep him or her off her feet. Getting stated this, your text need ...
Views: 4509 - ***Can You Trust Him? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. All too often in life, people fall in love blindly. They refuse to make note of how the actions of another person define them. They pay too much attention to words and way too little to actions. Here is an undeniable truth about people – actions ...
Views: 4505(15 votes) - Do You Get Frustrated With Others? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2010 from Margaret Paul"I feel so frustrated when Mark is late," complained Shauna, during our phone session. "What am I supposed to do with all this frustration?"Shauna believed that her feeling of frustration was being caused by Mark. But this was not the case.Frustration is the result of an ...
Views: 4505(3 votes) - Here Are 5 Fantastic Reasons to Give Roses - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2012 from Williams BistlineThe beautiful rose is considered a favorite flower with everyone thanks to it's lovely fragrance and beauty. The perfect arrangement of roses can speak volumes and convey a meaningful message when you don’t have the words to state how you feel. It is not a surprise why roses are so popular and ...
Views: 4504(1 vote) - Flirt Together with your Ex-Boyfriend - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Michael LoisDo you need to get back together with your ex-boyfriend? Remember what brought you together inside the 1st place: Attraction. Bring the spark back by obtaining his attention and exciting him for the things to come. A strategy to light the fire up is to flirt along with your man. Flirting ...
Views: 4497(2 votes) - Why High Value Is Important To Women - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2011 from Frank RobinsI want to share with a technique that will allow you to gain a massive advantage over other men that you can use to get women. What I'm about to discuss is something that most good marketers use on a daily basis to make the products or services that they are selling appear to have a lot of ...
Views: 4494(2 votes) - ***Are Kindness and Tenderness Signs of Weakness? - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from Margaret Paul"Tenderness and kindness are not signs of weakness and despair but manifestations of strength and resolution."~Kahlil GibranOver the 42 years that I have been counseling individuals and couples, I have heard countless times:"If I cry in movies people will think I’m ...
Views: 4492(2 votes) - Building Trust - The Foundation of a Healthy Relationship - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2013 from Noreen RuthBusiness associate, friend, family or lover - all relationships are built on the foundation of trust. And just like the foundation of your home, trust is built over time, going through multiple processes before it is strong enough to handle the stress of all that sits on top of it. Cultivate ...
Views: 4491(2 votes) - ***Enhancing Our Brains Easily - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2015 from Barbara SteppAt 75 years of age and working with Brain Enhancement as a teacher, author and coach for 45 years, it has been and continues to be a delight to enhance my brain and help others do the same. It is really fun too! Don’t you love brain games? A little over a year ago, I had a rare and ...
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