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Marriage Therapy: 8 Signs You Should See a Marriage Counselor - Dave Turo-Shields- How to stop being a door mat in your relationships and become supremely assertive - by Submitted on May 14, 2017 from Felicity MuscatDid you know that many people make themselves door mats because they believe deep down that they will be rewarded for doing so? Did you know that there is no “reward” for this self-destructive strategy besides a downward emotional and physical spiral? Did you know that this tendency to submit ...
Views: 982 - How to change your inner chemistry and addiction to toxic relationships - by Submitted on May 14, 2017 from Felicity MuscatIf you have an interest in this topic and a desire for change, I want to start by educating you on why the attraction to toxic relationships has formed inside of you in the first place. This will give you an understanding of what you can do about it and how to replace some of the common myths ...
Views: 1118 - How to change your inner chemistry and addiction to toxic relationships - by Submitted on May 14, 2017 from Felicity MuscatIf you have an interest in this topic and a desire for change, I want to start by educating you on why the attraction to toxic relationships has formed inside of you in the first place. This will give you an understanding of what you can do about it and how to replace some of the common myths ...
Views: 4 - How to change your inner chemistry and addiction to toxic relationships - by Submitted on May 14, 2017 from Felicity MuscatIf you have an interest in this topic and a desire for change, I want to start by educating you on why the attraction to toxic relationships has formed inside of you in the first place. This will give you an understanding of what you can do about it and how to replace some of the common myths ...
Views: 1236 - How to change your inner chemistry and addiction to toxic relationships - by Submitted on May 14, 2017 from Felicity MuscatIf you have an interest in this topic and a desire for change, I want to start by educating you on why the attraction to toxic relationships has formed inside of you in the first place. This will give you an understanding of what you can do about it and how to replace some of the common myths ...
Views: 1077 - How to change your inner chemistry and addiction to toxic relationships - by Submitted on May 14, 2017 from Felicity MuscatIf you have an interest in this topic and a desire for change, I want to start by educating you on why the attraction to toxic relationships has formed inside of you in the first place. This will give you an understanding of what you can do about it and how to replace some of the common myths ...
Views: 1063 - How to change your inner chemistry and addiction to toxic relationships - by Submitted on May 14, 2017 from Felicity MuscatIf you have an interest in this topic and a desire for change, I want to start by educating you on why the attraction to toxic relationships has formed inside of you in the first place. This will give you an understanding of what you can do about it and how to replace some of the common myths ...
Views: 1136 - How sexual abuse or harassment can cause the fear of expressing one’s sexual desires naturally - by Submitted on May 14, 2017 from Felicity MuscatIf you have ever been sexually abused or harassed, it’s likely that you still carry the traumatic scars of such a painful incident. Aside from the common symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder that accompany these unfortunate events, is something that may be even more significant and ...
Views: 937 - Relationships: Is It A Surprise For People Who Are Attractive To Be Single? - by Submitted on May 14, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to find out that someone isn’t in a relationship, it might not surprise them, and this could come down to the fact that they are not physically attractive. On the other hand, if they were attractive, it might be hard for them to understand why this is the case. One Outlook It ...
Views: 1284 - Dating: Can Being Needy Stop Someone From Having Boundaries? - by Submitted on May 12, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one goes on a date, they may find that they are able to be themselves, and this is going to show that they feel comfortable in their own skin. Therefore, even if they are at a point in their life where they want to be with someone, they are not going to come across as being needy. The ...
Views: 1297 - Unfulfilling cultural marriages and their effect on happiness - by Submitted on May 11, 2017 from Felicity MuscatMarriage, by definition, is a union of two individuals committing to themselves from a place of freewill and love. I have found that many of my clients who are in cultural marriages, have been sucked into a life-depleting situation without any idea of what caused them to make a decision. This is ...
Views: 816 - Surviving A Breakup – Healing A Broken Heart and Restoring yourself back to feeling confident in yourself and your desirability - by Submitted on May 11, 2017 from Felicity MuscatBy Felicity Muscat Do you know that most individuals have been taught that the healing process of a broken heart takes time to heal, the limitation with this is that although the pain subsides the effects of the scar remain and continually get re-triggered when individuals attempt to move on ...
Views: 1233 - Relationships: Can Someone Put Other People Down When They Feel Worthless? - by Submitted on May 11, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one spends time with the people they are close to, they could generally have a positive effect on them; what this can show is that they are not interested in undermining them. Even so, this is not to say that one won’t be able to speak up if they have something to say that is not ...
Views: 1279 - Free to Be Me When Married? - by Submitted on May 09, 2017 from Marcia Naomi Berger“No man is an island” said 17th-century author John Donne. Spouses become interdependent in many ways. But this does not force them to give up their separate identities. It is important to keep one's individuality after tying the knot. Yet, none of us is totally self-sufficient. In fact, ...
Views: 1585 - How to Lose Your Shyness and Develop Unstoppable Charisma - by Submitted on May 08, 2017 from Felicity MuscatAre you one of the millions of people in the world who suffer from shyness? Would you like to develop confidence, and become the attractive and carefree person you really are inside? If so, this article is for you! First, I want to address some of the most common myths about shyness. Many ...
Views: 1047 - How to Take Back Your Life after Abuse - by Submitted on May 08, 2017 from Felicity MuscatAbuse is a tragically common experience. People who survive abuse often have a different perception on life than people who have not been abused. On the surface level, they learn to fear other people at a time when they should be learning to discover and explore. At a deeper level, their very ...
Views: 1098 - How to stop self-sabotaging your relationships and reclaim the control over yourself - by Submitted on May 08, 2017 from Felicity MuscatHave you ever said something, done something and/or acted in a way that perplexed you? You know you wanted something but then acted in a way that went contrary to what you desired? For example: You were excited about a new relationship opportunity, but found yourself becoming increasingly ...
Views: 1198 - How to Stop Being Needy and Create a Healthy Relationship - by Submitted on May 08, 2017 from Felicity MuscatIf you are one of those individuals who is at odds as to why your relationships fail and/or wondering why people suddenly disappear from your life or withdraw from you and you are ready to do something about it; then this article is for you. This article will shed some light on what the causes ...
Views: 1234 - 5 Keys to Overcome Tension & Save Your Marriage - by Submitted on May 08, 2017 from Nicola BeerWHERE THERE’S A WILL THERE’S A WAY How to get past the problems you’re having and make it work The key to strengthening and improving any relationship, especially those that are struggling is honesty. What are you really feeling inside? What do you really want and need? What do you want and ...
Views: 1507 - Relationships: Does Someone Just Need To Stay Positive If They Attract The Wrong People? - by Submitted on May 08, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhile the ideal will be for one to end up with someone who they get on with, it doesn’t mean that this is what takes place. Instead, one could have the tendency to end up with people who are not right for them. A One-Off If this was something that one had only experienced once, it might ...
Views: 1125 - Relationships: Is It A Good Idea For Someone To Ask Themselves Why They Want To Be In A Relationship? - by Submitted on May 06, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one wanted to start a new relationship, they might think about where they can find someone to be with. Alternatively, they could simply join an online dating site and see what happens there. There could also be moments when one goes out in the evening to different places, and there might ...
Views: 1145 - Relationships: Is Empathy Important In A Relationship? - by Submitted on May 14, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one lived in the middle of nowhere and there was no one else in sight, they might not need to think about anyone else. The only thing they would need to think about is their own needs, and their life would be based around fulfilling these needs. Yet, if it isn’t this black and white, it ...
Views: 1586 - Eating Humble Pie Strengthens Your Relationship - by Submitted on May 03, 2017 from Marcia Naomi BergerProving that we're oh so right or smart may be a way to nourish our egos, but there's a better way to foster a great relationship. Buy setting our ego aside, i.e., by being humble, we make room for the other person to flourish. Humility means accepting the truth that you are not always right, ...
Views: 1947 - 4 Surprising Benefits of Online Marriage Counseling - by Submitted on May 03, 2017 from Misty JhonesOnline marriage counseling is becoming more popular in recent years – this is for very good reasons. Online counseling couples have the same qualified and experienced professionals (via phone, chat or e-mail), but with additional benefits that simply can not provide the traditional ...
Views: 1293 - Relationships: Why Do Some People Feel Needy When They Are In A Relationship? - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperRegardless of whether one is in a relationship or not, they may find that they don’t feel needy. What this can show is that one has a strong centre, and this is why they are able to function. One Experience Therefore, if one is not in a relationship, they are not going to be in a position ...
Views: 1231 - Relationships: Are Some People Only Friendly When They Are Nervous? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to go into a new environment, they might be only too happy to talk to everyone they meet. This could mean that one is learning how to dance, or perhaps they have gone back into education. As a result of this, it might not be long until they know everyone there, and this is going ...
Views: 1385 - How to Restore Respect in a Relationship – Overcome Marriage Problems - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2017 from Nicola BeerLack of respect is one of the key reasons many couples get divorced. It is one of the major marriage problem signs. It destroys love, connection and intimacy. Many individuals and couples that join my online save my marriage program, share that respect has been missing or lost in their ...
Views: 2603 - Relationships: Do People’s Friends Reveal If They Value Themselves? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one wanted to find out what someone is like, they could take the time to get to know them. And, after they have spent a certain amount of time in their presence, they might feel as though they have a good understanding of them. Time could then pass and one might not be too surprised by ...
Views: 1198 - I DARE YOU TO ASK THIS - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2017 from Janet PfeifferRelationships are critically important in our lives. On a professional level, being a good team player and getting along well with others enables us to maintain our jobs and receive such perks as bonuses or promotions. Also, connecting with the right people can advance our careers providing we ...
Views: 1801 - Ego and Intolerance vs. Higher-self--Two Different Viewpoints - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2017 from Scott & Stephen PetulloYour spiritual-self, or higher-self sometimes contrasts with your ego-self’s expectations in everyday affairs. According to the theories of reincarnation and karma, your soul selects conditions and circumstances prior to your birth in order to learn and understand. But after incarnating, ...
Views: 1573 - Anxiety: Can The Fear Of Abandonment Cause Someone To Experience Anxiety? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one spends time with other people, they may find that they are able to be themselves. This means that there is going to be no reason for them to put on an act and to pretend they are someone else. Therefore, if they have something on their mind, they will be able to speak up. And if ...
Views: 1392 - 10 Signs He’s Falling For You - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2017 from Lucy ClarkeSo you've recently started spending a lot of time with the guy you are into, and things seem to be going great. Like, really great. You spend hours together, go out to dinner just the two of you, and have a connection that goes way beyond just friendship. But are you an item? Is it ...
Views: 6256 - Relationships: Is It A Form Of Indirect Revenge When Someone Leads Another Person On? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to go on a date with someone, they might come across as though they are looking for a relationship. Thus, if the other person wants the same thing, this is going to have a positive effect on them. Online Dating However, if these two people met through the internet, this is ...
Views: 1392 - Signature of a True Friend: Leaves Footprints in your Heart - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2017 from Julie DohertyI consider myself a friend to many people, whom I will stand by and always give my love, support and gratitude. I choose to spend my time with those who genuinely listen to me, who love to have great meaningful conversations about life and the world. Those who can dig deep beyond the ...
Views: 1464 - How To Restore Intimacy & Connection in a Struggling Relationship - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2017 from Nicola BeerWhy do couples struggle to stay intimate? This is a question that baffled me when I started working in this field. Many women would say to me “what do I do when the feelings in a marriage are gone?” or men I work with to save their marriage would share “when a marriage is over to one person can ...
Views: 1846 - Relationship Coaching ~ 3 Reasons It Can Transform Your Life! - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2017 from Laney Zukerman The Relationship CoachHi Friends, Relationship Coaching is empowering! It will help you transform your relationships (including the one with yourself!). Relationship Coaching is all the craze these days and you don't need to spend countless months or years in therapy. Here are 3 Reasons why it can ...
Views: 2263(1 vote) - Top 5 tips for relationships - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2017 from Faheem Haydar HaydarLove is undoubtedly the most important aspect of any relationship. but it is not enough by itself, to become trusted and good, loving, caring partner for life, both of you have to put in considerable time and effort. so now I write for some tips for the better relationship, must read all of ...
Views: 1143 - Getting Triggered and What You Can Do - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2017 from Darlene LancerGetting your "buttons" pushed or getting "triggered" is an opportunity to heal and grow. The more hurts we've endured and the weaker our boundaries, the more reactive we are to people and events. Our triggers - our buttons - are our wounds. Codependents are off the charts when it comes to ...
Views: 1993(2 votes) - Celebrities: Is It A Surprise For Celebrities To Have Abusive Relationships? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, a lot of people are obsessed with celebrities, and there are a number of reasons as to why this is. For some people, this can simply be a way for them to avoid their own life. This is likely to show that their life is not going as they would like it to go, and focusing on ...
Views: 1443 - Relationships: Can Someone Try To Change Others When They Feel Worthless? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to think about the people who they spend time with, they may find that they feel comfortable in their presence. What this could show is that these people accept them as they are. Acceptance There is then going to be no reason for one to feel as though they need to put on an ...
Views: 1362 - Relationships: Do You Hide Your True-Self When You Are Around Your Friends? - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to think about their career, they may find that they do something that really matters to them. And if they were to think about what their relationships are like, they may also find that this area of their life is just as fulfilling. It could be said that this will be the ideal ...
Views: 1417 - Understanding Rice Purity Test. - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2018 from Karen ColeOver the last couple of years, less than a decade, rice purity test has taken the world by storm. Human being is known to be very adventurous and as you try out things, you grow to be less pure according to the rice purity test. Rice purity test basically is a test that asks very private and ...
Views: 2970 - Dating: Can Someone Push Other People Away If They Are Needy? - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one goes on a date, it is going to be important for them to make sure that they look right. This is not to say that they will need to spend hours on their appearance before they go out; what it comes down to is that it won’t be a good idea for them to overlook how they look. In ...
Views: 1472 - Needs: Does The Fear Of Being Harmed Cause You To Focus On Other People’s Needs? - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperEven though everyone has needs, it doesn’t mean that everyone feels comfortable with their needs. There are going to be people who pay attention to their needs, and this means that they will do what they can to meet them. On the other hand, there are going to be others who ignore their ...
Views: 1130 - How to STOP the Same Arguments Resurfacing and Become Closer - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2017 from Nicola BeerAre you exhausted of the same topics, issues or arguments resurfacing time and time again in your relationship? Are you sick and tired of the emotional relationship rollercoaster you find yourself on? If you have tried speaking to your spouse (or even tried marriage counselling) and nothing ...
Views: 1721 - Relationships: Why Do Some People Believe That They Are Not Enough For The Opposite Sex? - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough one can have the desire to be in a relationship, it doesn’t mean that this will actually take place. Instead, they could find it incredibly difficult to find someone to share their life with. As a result of this, this area of their life could end up overshadowing just about every ...
Views: 1382 - Relationships: Can Someone Put Up With Bad Behaviour When They Feel Worthless? - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIt is going to be a lot better for someone’s wellbeing if they spend time around people who treat them well. This is then the same as how one is likely to feel better about themselves if they eat healthy food. But while this is the case, it doesn’t mean that everyone spends time around ...
Views: 1192 - Dating: Is It Easier For Someone To Hide Their Insecurities If They Are Attractive? - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperBefore one goes on a date, they can worry about what the other person will think of them, and this can cause them to put on an act. How they come across is then not going to be a reflection of who they are; it will be nothing more than a role they are playing in order to please the other ...
Views: 1551 - Love Life According To Zodiac Signs - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2017 from Harshad JethraHow much could you possibly know about love compatibility and interpersonal human relationships just by knowing the zodiac signs of two people? It is this question that people sometimes ponder upon! A very personal viewpoint is that the readings could never possibly be absolute, not full and ...
Views: 1343 - Relationships: Do People Say That All Men/Women Are The Same To Avoid Taking Responsibility? - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhat is clear is that although some people have relationships that are fulfilling, there are others who don’t. And while this can mean that they end up with people who are not right for them, it could also mean that they end up with people who are abusive. Two Experiences If one has the ...
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