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Marriage Therapy: 8 Signs You Should See a Marriage Counselor - Dave Turo-Shields- What Women Expect of Men - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Julian SaganIt's not a secret that men are different from women. It is hardly breaking news to anyone that men and women have different priorities in a relationship. So what is it that women expect of men? There are as many answers to this question as there are different types of women: young, not so young, ...
Views: 1363 - What Women Look for in Men – A Man’s Guide to Self Improvement - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2014 from Catherine KingMen are always asking such basic questions: • Where do I find women? • How can I make a girl like me? • How do I get a girlfriend? • Why can’t I ever seem to find someone? All of these questions have the same thing in common: men are not addressing what women want. They are merely ...
Views: 1283 - What Women Need To Know About Men - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2007 from Mary DevorBy Mary D It is just the plain truth, men and women are different. One of the difficult challenges of a relationship is understanding that a man's perspectives on the things are physiologically different than those of a woman. Not only do men act differently, they think differently. Men that ...
Views: 4874 - What Women Want - Tips for Writing Emails that Women Respond To - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2007 from Dave M.What Women Want. Whether you’re new to meeting women online, or you’ve got multiple online dating profiles at several different sites, I think you’ll benefit from incorporating a few of my scientifically tested email writing tips that will help you get more responses from the women you’re trying ...
Views: 931 - What Women Want in Men - Do You Need to Look Good? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2009 from Joshua UebergangOne of the strongest beliefs I need to destroy is that women must have a physically attractive man. Society overemphasizes physical appearance as it pries off of men's insecurities. Physical attractiveness in women is important for men, but guys get into relationship trouble by projecting their ...
Views: 3204 - What You Can do to Fix Your Marriage After an Emotional Affair - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2018 from C Mellie SmithAn emotional affair can be just as painful and hurtful as a physical affair. In some cases, emotional affairs are much more destructive. When your spouse makes a strong connection with someone else, it breaks trust and crumbles the foundation of your marriage. All is not lost. An ...
Views: 1195 - What you can do to make your relationship better all year long - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2011 from Tutorial SEOWhen special occasions come around, you know what that means: time to wine, dine, and romance your sweetie whether handholding and gift giving, it’s nice ever your opinion on enforced you feel like it or not. And what Wthat there are occasions to focus on the fun, romantic side of your ...
Views: 387 - What You Can Learn from Kim Kardashian - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Kim SarrasinI know. You’re rolling your eyes and going “puhleeeez, Kim, no more tabloid fodder!”, yes? Well, as you know, I’m all about conscious relating and sometimes the attention given to celebrities making really bad mistakes can become excellent teaching points for what NOT to do. And, this would ...
Views: 1119 - What You Didn't Know About Communication in Marriage? - by Submitted on May 19, 2013 from Sarah WhiteAre you a woman who has a family that includes a romantic partner, spouse, or children? If you do, your life may be complicated at best. For many women, especially those who are trying to work and raise a family at the same time, a lot of issues arise. With relationships, one of those issues is ...
Views: 546 - What You Must Do If He Won't Commit To You - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2011 from Andrew HunterWhether or not you and your man have already discussed the future of your relationship, take note that relationships move forward and change with time. Relationships are a long-lasting growth and expedition of two people as they learn more about each other over time.. Nevertheless, what must ...
Views: 1062 - What You Need To Know About Getting Together After A Break Up - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from Andrew HunterIt's possible that breakups irrevocably change the way two people see each other. Some couples become friends in time while others just drive away and probably even completely forget their partners. Several couples meet after they break up for a number of reasons. On the other hand, is getting ...
Views: 1113 - What You Need To Know To Stop The Breakup - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2008 from Mehaul FeeneyIt seems nowadays that more and more relationships are breaking up or are on the verge of breaking up. Almost all of the time there is one person in the relationship who wants to work there problems out and stop the breakup. As you might suspect every relationship inevitably has some sort of ...
Views: 636 - What You Resist Persists - by Submitted on May 12, 2014 from Linda Simmon“What you resist not only persists, but will grow in size.” Carl Gustav Jung Society has taught us that to get rid of whatever it is we do not want, we must fight it and resist it. We must never show weakness and we must never lose our focus on that thing we want to get rid of. This ...
Views: 8053 - What You See Is What You Get! - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2007 from Jan DeniseINSIDE/NAKED RELATIONSHIPS BY JAN DENISE RELEASE: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 What You See Is What You Get! One day everything seems perfect. Another day (maybe the very next day) nothing seems remotely perfect. What happened? The company downsized, he screwed up again, she dumped you, one ...
Views: 811 - What You Should Consider Before Getting Into a Relationship - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2011 from Brooke AlexandriaA relationship with someone you truly love and care about can be invigorating and life changing. In order to experience this bliss, you have to be ready to be in a relationship. It is no secret that relationships take a lot of work, and life continuously throws things at us to make navigating ...
Views: 6973 - What You Should Do If Your Girlfriend Wants A Break - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2011 from Andrew HunterWhen you discover that your girlfriend wants a breakup, it's only natural for you to feel completely shock and hurt. What she is trying to tell you, after all, is that your relationship is not worth the effort she is putting in. It is unfortunate that this can definitely hurt someone who loves ...
Views: 1159 - What You Should Not Do When You Want Your Ex Back - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2012 from Karyn DaviesAfter separating from someone you are deeply in love with, you will experience a range of many different emotions. As you contemplate getting them back in your life, you might feel hurt, sadness or depression. Common sense will get you far when you decide to act upon your intentions to get your ...
Views: 619 - What You're Doing Wrong to Improve Your Marriage - by Submitted on May 23, 2011 from Mika MaddelaAre you and your spouse having marriage problems? Does it feel like whatever you or say, you can't get that satisfying and thriving relationship that you so long for? If you want to know how you can save your marriage, here is one way you can begin improving your marriage. First things first, ...
Views: 738 - What Your Throat Is Trying To Tell You - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2004 from Gregory NewmanSome years ago, a friend of mine said “you sure do clear your throat a lot.” His comment stuck with me. Over the next few weeks I noticed that I was a chronic throat-clearer, especially during my conversations with people. Then I had an awareness that changed my life. As my ...
Views: 1152 - What's going to Make Your Ex Boyfriend Fall To suit your needs Once more - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Michael LoisYou will discover surely actions that should you do them can force your ex boyfriend further absent. Sad to say after a break up, a lot of people today still in adore with their ex boyfriend will do these wrongs things to attempt to win him back. Fortuitously there's also steps that for those ...
Views: 711 - What's It Like Being Married To You? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Rhonda NeelyIt's easy for you to know what it's like to be married to your spouse, because you are married to him or her, and you know what you like and don't like about that person. But have you ever considered what it's like for your spouse to be married to you? What qualities do you bring to your ...
Views: 1229 - What's Keeping You Stuck? 4 Toxic Behaviors That Block Your Transformation - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Belinda LamsDo you ever wonder what is holding you back? What keeps you from having better relationships? What stops you from improving yourself? What is blocking you from moving forward in your life? As much as you may want to transform your life, there is also a pull to keep you where you ...
Views: 1488 - What's the Best Boyfriend and Girlfriend Breakup Advice? Find Out Now! - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2012 from Patrick UadialeIt's not always easy finding the best boyfriend and girlfriend breakup advice especially when there's so much useless advice floating around in cyber space. For this reason you need to understand that the best advice isn't about living with it or moving on. It's about doing the deed and living ...
Views: 954 - What's the Best Breakup and Get Back Together Advice? Find Out Now! - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2012 from Patrick UadialeIf you've been through the wring of a breakup you might be interested in learning the best breakup and get back together advice that's out there. It's a good idea to follow this advice to the letter so that you'll have a stronger, healthier, and longer lasting relationship this time around. ...
Views: 1206 - What's The Best Way To Get My Ex Back? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2008 from Philip RandallFirstly, a breakup in any relationship is heartbreaking and it turns us all inside out. We cannot think straight. We are all consumed with guilt, grief, hopelessness and helplessness. We are never ‘ourselves’ and cannot be until we are made whole again. Without realizing; we are ...
Views: 656 - What's Your 2011 Love Resolution? - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Gina HardyHappy New Year conscious relationship seekers! I hope your festivities over Christmas and your transition to 2011 was happy and healthy. Are you ready for this year? I am. An energy of “raring to go” has set in and I want what’s on offer! Blog titles have been flooding from mind to iPhone ...
Views: 898 - What's Your Fetish? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Menno Spijkstra“Fetish” has several meanings: a. It’s something that is supposed to have magical or spiritual powers, b. An object of unreasonably extreme attention or veneration, c. Something which arouses sexual desire, and may be required for sexual gratification. Although fetish is a word with diverse ...
Views: 7022 - What-If Fear - Part II - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Chris LyonMany people have been unnecessarily conditioned from early development to ask: What if I’m not smart enough, good enough, etc.? So many people have a way of repeatedly telling themselves all of the negative things they ever heard or thought of themselves in the past. These little gems are ...
Views: 949 - What-If Fear- Part I - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Chris LyonThere’s that familiar dialogue we’re always having with ourselves. You know, the statements we make that remind us what we need to work on and take care of. Then, for many of us, that “What-If” fear pops up in between: “What if someone gets hurt?” “What if I embarrass myself?” “What if I ...
Views: 994 - Whatever Happened to Teamwork? Advice to Help You Build (or Re-build) a Great Relationship - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 from Susie and Otto CollinsDoes it ever feel like it's you against your mate? Perhaps this occurs some of the time or most of the time in your love relationship or marriage. It could seem like you are constantly in a struggle with one another-- whether it's about finances, the kids, your home, intimacy or other ...
Views: 1332 - 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: 1389 - What change a Good Relationship bring in your life - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2019 from Ketan PPositive change a Good Relationship bring in your life Everyone needs that one person in life, who understand them, value them & stay with them when everyone leaves. A wrong partner destroys your life, and also divert you from your own goals. But not every persons are that bad. Some are the ...
Views: 805 - What’s Love Got To Do With It? Not Everything! - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Joseph CuencoWhat’s Love Got To Do With It? Not Everything! Not many of us aren’t familiar with Tina Turner’s immortal words questioning, “What’s love got to do with it?” Her notion that risking love may ultimately risk a broken heart still rings true today. However, when I consider the question, ...
Views: 1842 - What’s The Best Way to Text Chat? - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2011 from Roxie GutierrezOne of the reasons why people often prefer to text with one another is that it is very convenient. You can send a short reply to someone without having to completely interrupt what you are doing for a phone conversation. Also, you can text message someone when you are in a situation where it ...
Views: 967 - What’s the difference between a tramp and a prostitute? - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2010 from Maryanne ComarotoOddly enough, never once in all the years we struggled to make that relationship work did it ever occur to me to call my local paper and give a blow-by-blow description to people who deliberately use the information to humiliate and desecrate the people involved; namely, his wife and family. I ...
Views: 1808 - What’s the Secret to Stopping a Break Up? - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Andrew HunterIf you’re going through a break up, I know that it can be a challenging time in your life. Even if you knew there were problems in your relationship, the sudden shock of a break up can still catch you off guard. Our relationships are some of the most important things in our lives, often ...
Views: 695 - What’s your Language of Desire? - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2021 from Mary Kay CocharoDo you know about the Five Languages of Love? In 1992, Gary Chapman wrote a book by that title. It sold 8,500 copies in its first year, roughly twice the expected number. It has been on the New York Times Best Seller list since 2009. A newly revised edition was released in 2015. Dr. Chapman has ...
Views: 747 - When a person should consult with a psychologist? - by Submitted on May 04, 2020 from Dinesh KumarAs per the American Psychological Association, psychology is the study of human mind behavior. It tells about the secrets of how the mind works and how does it affect the behavior of a person. Psychology covers all aspects of the human experience-from functions of the brain to the actions of the ...
Views: 711 - When a Spouse Says You Deserve Better and Wants a Divorce: Tips On Where To Place Your Focus - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2020 from Leslie CaneThe other day, I received an email from a very upset wife who told me that her husband had sat her down, indicated that he'd been thinking long and hard about their marriage, and had decided that she "deserved better so he wanted a divorce." Needless to say, she's very confused by this. She ...
Views: 551 - When A Woman Is Finally Fed Up: What To Do When Your Wife Wants To Leave You - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2020 from Kelly LaceyWhen A Woman Is Finally Fed Up: What To Do When Your Wife Wants To Leave You So, your wife says she wants a divorce, but you don't want to let her go. There is an important decision to make - just let her go and live without her, or set up a plan of attack to get back her love. Maybe making ...
Views: 2524 - When communicating with someone seems impossible... - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Lena ChenIs there at least one person in your life that you have trouble communicating with? Here are some tips that may help you with that conversation that is sorely needed but seems almost impossible to create. 1) Do it in the head or put it on paper It can be surprisingly effective to carry ...
Views: 2275 - When divorce is about to set in - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from so clevaIt can be a painful experience knowing that divorce is just around the corner.I guess most people can't help it.Things haven't been going the way they expected.The relationship is lacking in communication,intimacy almost non-existent and so what use is their to continue in a relationship like ...
Views: 1027 - When Empathy Becomes Codependence - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from Bryce KayeThere's a joke I once heard about codependence: How can you tell if a drowning woman, is codependent? Answer: Someone else's life passes in front of her eyes. Of course, the female gender holds no monopoly on codependence but I report the joke as it was told to me by a "recovering" person in AA. ...
Views: 1719 - When Family and Friends Hate Your Significant Other - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWhen friends and loved hate your significant other, it can be a major disappointment. There’s no doubt that this can be a painful issue, since conflicts are always waiting to happen. The situation can make you feel as if the people who matters most in your life are disrespecting you by ...
Views: 2153 - When Family Members Drift Apart - A Spiritual Perspective - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2007 from Julie RedstoneRelationships that are inherited often feel like they are not chosen. Some are peaceful and loving, but many are embattled or difficult in other ways. Sometimes the reasons for creating distance seem more compelling than the reasons for creating love, yet in all cases it is of benefit to the ...
Views: 983 - When flights and family don’t leave on time - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2010 from Dr Keith MaitlandWhen flights and family don’t leave on time Dealing with family dynamics during the holidays The negative reactions, beliefs, emotions, attitudes and behaviors that are frequently triggered by flight delays and family get-togethers which appear to be “just what happens” are not normal and ...
Views: 1019 - When He Does not Keep His Agreements - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2007 from Robert NajemySonny says "YES" to whatever request is made of him, but never follow through with the agreement. Afterward, he feels guilty, becomes defensive, and occasionally, aggressive. He, on the one hand, cannot say no, mainly because he fears rejection and conflict. On the other hand, he feels ...
Views: 1300 - When He Stands You Up: Guy Stood Me Up What Should I Do - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2017 from Banks RobertWhen he stands you up what's the best thing to do? That's one of the most common dating questions there is. Sadly, most of us have had to deal with this at some point. We're breathlessly waiting to see our guy and he never shows. No call, no apology, nothing. The next time we see him he ...
Views: 9646 - When Information is Too Much - What Not to Share During a First Encounter - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2012 from Cupid's ArrowWe've all found ourselves doing it. In a day and age where we practically announce even the most minute details of our day with the world via social media, there is a time when information sharing can be a bit too much. The old saying that first impressions can be made only once is ...
Views: 1326 - When is a Friend a True Friend? - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraWhat is a friend? It's somebody who accepts you for what you are and stands by your side through thick and thin. A person can have as many as he wants, but only a few will be your best friend. Out of those few, fewer still are really true friends which are hard to come by these days. Although ...
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