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Marriage Therapy: 8 Signs You Should See a Marriage Counselor - Dave Turo-Shields- Dr. Romance: Don't Call Your Ex! - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2012 from Tina TessinaWant to know how to handle being dumped? It's less about communication than you think! DO put it in perspective If you're dumped, it hurts. But count your lucky stars. You don't have a relationship if the other person's not really interested. DO understand that there were problems already ...
Views: 2314(2 votes) - Getting Past Your Expiration Date in Relationships - by © All Rights Reserved
Someone once said that marriages are made in heaven but divorces are made on earth, it appears that the seven year itch we have all heard about is all but too real for many of us. Sadly today it's widely recognized by experts that 50% --60% of all new marriages ...
Views: 2313(1 vote) - ***Why Don't You Speak Up For Yourself? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2011 from Margaret PaulMy counseling clients often complain to me about interactions they had with a partner, friend, parents or co-worker. When I asked the question, "Why didn't you speak up for yourself?" here are the most common answers I receive:"I want to keep the peace.""I don't want to ...
Views: 2312(1 vote) - ***Can Marriage Survive the Isolation of Antarctica? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2013 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. Understanding Antarctica and the challenges faced by anyone attempting to live and work there explains the adventuresome nature of the couples we interviewed. Antarctica has the coldest, driest, windiest, and harshest climate on Earth. Living ...
Views: 2311(20 votes) - The BIGGEST Mistake Women Make with Men (without even realizing it!) - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Cherry NorrisGina is a great coach. She's smart, beautiful and successful. She's well traveled and well respected. She has great friends. Gina's life is full. Gina loves to make people feel special. She loves sharing ideas and giving advice. When Gina meets a man she likes, she gives him phone calls, ...
Views: 2311(5 votes) - 5 Different Types of Flirting – Which One Describes You? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2016 from Madeline FosterIs Your Flirting Technique Up To Par? How we flirt says a lot about who we are and what our chances of finding love or starting a relationship. Take a look at the top five flirting styles and see which one best portrays you. 1. The Traditional Flirt. In traditional ...
Views: 2310(1 vote) - A Step Back In Your Relationship To Win Back Your Ex - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2013 from Michael LoisBreaking up with a loved one is always the most painful thing that can happen to you. Most people at this stage are not able to handle the pain of the break and end up trying to win back your ex as soon as possible. A step back to get your ex.. Due to the urgency that human beings have to ...
Views: 2310 - Get Your Ex Boyfriend Back Using The No Contact Rule - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Christian CalebGoing through the painful emotions of a breakup with your boyfriend (now ex boyfriend) is tough, but one of the BIGGEST mistakes you can make right now is contacting him. "But I want to get him back right now!" I hear you say. Of course you do, however contacting him is NOT the way to go which ...
Views: 2310 - Relationships Attraction: Create A Relationship By Creating Space For One - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Nanette GeigerIt's always recommended to allow actual space for an unhindered relationship to manifest into your experience. That is, clean out a closet, and some drawers. Allow your space for living to be conducive for two people to live comfortable. And while that's important, it's of even greater ...
Views: 2310(3 votes) - The Differences Between men and Women - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2010 from Michael Fehlauer1. Difference One – Facts vs. Feelings: Between men and women the most obvious difference is men love to share facts, women share feelings. To the Men – Be willing to enter her world of emotions. The facts are not as important to her as you being willing to listen to her. Be patient and allow ...
Views: 2310(2 votes) - How to Predict a Cheating Spouse - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Sharon RivkinThe same, unanswered questions keep getting asked each time a celebrity or politician gets caught cheating: Why? Are they bored? Is the fear of getting caught exciting? Is monogamy just not their thing? Are they searching for an outlet for fetishes they’re afraid to ask their partners about? Do ...
Views: 2309(1 vote) - The serenity prayer for women in Relationship - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriCommonly accepted version Of The serenity prayer From Reinhold Niebuhr God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the difference. Living one day at a time; Enjoying one moment at a time; Accepting ...
Views: 2309 - Dating Divorced Men ~ The Real Mission Impossible? PART II - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Jonathon AslayDating Divorced Men ~ The Real Mission Impossible? PART II In Part I we talked about three key elements for women to consider when dating a divorced man. As the Heart Protector of Women, let me remind you that before allowing him to participate in any “undercover operations”, you must ...
Views: 2308(2 votes) - Will My Ex Come Back? How To Make Your Ex Boyfriend Or Ex Girlfriend Come Back - Deeper Truths - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2017 from Tiemo DonaldWill my ex come back; You have been separated from your boyfriend or girlfriend for some time now and miss him/her badly. Now you are wondering, how to get your guy/girl back or if it's even possible to get him/her to come back to you. There are definitely proven methods you can use to get her ...
Views: 2308 - The Biggest Mistakes Guys Make After a Break Up - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2011 from Andrew HunterI’ve been dumped before (three times by the same woman, no less), so I know what it feels like. You’ve read all the advice out there, but your gut instinct tells you to ignore it or that your situation is so different that the rules don’t apply. And in the end you just make the same mistakes you ...
Views: 2307 - ARE YOU DEALING WITH A NARCISSIST? RED FLAGS & HOW TO COPE... - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2017 from Laney Zukerman The Relationship CoachAre you dealing with a Narcissist? RED FLAGS & HOW TO COPE From the books: The Urban Goddess Lesson~How to Spot the Bad Boys and Lessons for an Urban Goddess Are you dealing with a true Narcissist? If you believe that you may have a Narcissist in your life, there are specific traits ...
Views: 2304(1 vote) - How to Find Your Dream Man - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2010 from Susan SheppardHow to find your Dream Man To find your dream man when you are serious about wanting a committed relationship, just follow the steps below, and then apply my strategy. 1. Visualize the perfect mate for yourself. Get very specific. Be sure to include the values and principals that mean the ...
Views: 2303(9 votes) - How To Successfully Get Back Together After A Break-Up: We Broke Up And Got Back Together - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2017 from Michael BradHow To Successfully Get Back Together After A Break-Up: We Broke Up And Got Back Together The process of getting back together after a break up is a very delicate issue and one that you need to tackle carefully in order to succeed. Many relationships go through break ups every day, however a ...
Views: 2303 - Embracing the Fear of No Contact - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2011 from Andrew HunterIf you’ve gone through a break up recently, you’ve probably heard of the No Contact Rule. In case you haven’t, it basically involves keeping yourself from contacting your ex for about one month. During this time you focus on yourself. This allows your ex to have the opportunity to miss you as ...
Views: 2301 - Tips to Help Me Get my Ex Wife Back Before It's Too Late! - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2011 from John Vicki"How do I get my ex-wife back?" A lot of men ask that question after a divorce. To some that just broke up, it seems the world has come to an end. It might not be hopeless as you think. Maturity and Strategy are required to achieve this. After a divorce, naturally you want to explain things ...
Views: 2301 - Intimacy in Relationships - Remembering How You Got There - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Beth Banning and Neill GibsonAre you starting to feel as though the intimacy in your relationship is dissolving right before your very eyes? If so, it doesn't have to be this way. Intimacy and relationships don't have to be mutually exclusive. You can begin to rekindle the intimacy in your relationship by learning a few ...
Views: 2300(1 vote) - Wearing a Mask of “A Loving Person” Sabotages Your Relationships - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Doron GilINTRODUCTION When you are “there” 100% for your partner – are you there because this is “who you really are”, or this is a mask you hope will get you love, appreciation and attention? Knowing the difference between the two is important for your relationship. DO YOU WEAR A MASK - NOT ONLY ...
Views: 2300 - How To Build Trust In A Relationship: 3 Easy Tips To Get Trusted By Your Partner - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Michael LeeLearning how to build trust in a relationship is very important, as trust is the basic foundation of any union. Without trust, the relationship will always be filled with uncertainty, and that doesn’t exactly promise both parties a happy ending. If you want to know how to build trust in a ...
Views: 2299(1 vote) - ***A Place Where Love Knows Your Name - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2009 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. Once upon a time there was a wonderful television show called Cheers. It took place in Boston. Each day, the local patrons would gather at Cheers to discuss the events of the day, contemplate life’s burdens, explore life’s joys, and cry over a beer ...
Views: 2298(30 votes) - Dr. Romance: Boundaries with your Ex - Tips to Help if your Ex is Doing Things that Make You Feel Used, Resentful - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2013 from Tina TessinaPersonal space and respect are to the smoothness of a relationship. All personal relationships require boundaries. Boundaries are the limits you place on how much others can ask of you, verbally or otherwise. If a friendship or relationship is between two people who both have solid boundaries, ...
Views: 2298(3 votes) - My Husband Keeps Bringing Up The Past: Why Does My Husband Bring Up My Past - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2019 from Jamari MarvinMy Husband Keeps Bringing Up The Past: Why Does My Husband Bring Up My Past Learning how to build trust in a relationship cannot only be difficult but it may take a lot of time and patience. Building a relationship demands that you pay much attention to your partner so as to be able to ...
Views: 2298 - Online Dating Etiquette - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2006 from Nathalie FisetToday, as everyone who uses a computer and surfs the Internet knows, the World Wide Web can be used for a large number of reasons, the more popular uses among them being banking and e-commerce, shopping, and finding a partner in love. As the number of users like you has been growing steadily, so ...
Views: 2297 - How to Control Possessiveness in Relationships - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2013 from Ovidiu DotPossessiveness can be a bad habit for either partner, male or female. I’ll use the masculine pronoun here, just to make it easy to read. So, what is possessiveness in a relationship? A desire to dominate your mate, an attitude that says: nothing moves without my approval. To be possessive means ...
Views: 2296 - Reconciling With an Unfaithful Partner - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Brooke AlexandriaThe unfaithfulness of a partner, regardless of whether it is discovered or confessed, can be one of the most devastating moments in a person's life. Especially if there was little warning, the discovery can blindside an individual, and make them question everything about the relationship up to ...
Views: 2296 - Surviving The Holidays With The In-laws - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2008 from Mollee BauerThis live chat event took place on November 14, 2005 Moderator: Good evening and welcome to our chat, "Surviving the Holidays with the In-Laws," with our very own Dewey, and NatalieL. As we all know the holidays while a source of great memories and fun, can also be a stressful time of year ...
Views: 2296 - The High Price Tag of Anger: What is it Really Costing You? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2014 from Janet PfeifferThere's no doubt: anger takes its toll on every facet of our lives. From on the job, to our personal relationships, to our health and overall enjoyment of life, destructive anger can wreak havoc in our daily lives. On the job it cost businesses over $4.2 billion, yes -billion, a year. ...
Views: 2295(1 vote) - Mastering Relationships - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2007 from Deborah KoanMastering Relationships Do you feel that you are capable of attracting that amazing person into your life? Once you have a relationship, do you feel secure that it will last? Does your relationship feed you, or does it take energy away from you? Mastering a relationship can be a difficult ...
Views: 2294 - Mind Freedom Exercise (17): Posting Priorities - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from Al Link and Pala CopelandPosting Priorities Time for Exercise: five to 15 minutes Properties Required: pen and paper Steps: One partner reads the following story to the other. An expert in time management who spent a lot of his time in the countryside, came to town on occasion and spoke to business ...
Views: 2294 - OMG--He's a Sex Addict! - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2010 from Noelle NelsonYou storm into the living room, where your honey sits hunched over his laptop, TV blasting, after-work-beer close at hand. “What’s this?!” you exclaim, waving a magazine at him. “Huh?” Honey replies. You grab the remote, power the TV off with a jerk. You tap your foot. You glare. He sees the ...
Views: 2294(2 votes) - How to Deal with Immature or Spiritually Unconscious Beings - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2016 from Nebo LukovichWe are encountering various immature or spiritually unconscious beings all the time. They can be little children, animals or even grown up people with mental or emotional issues. Although most of the time these interactions can be lovely and amusing, they can also turn out to be extremely ...
Views: 2292 - SAVING A TROUBLED MARRIAGE - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Pradnya AjinkyaSAVING A TROUBLED MARRIAGE By Dr. Pradnya Ajinkya The case study is being presented on this site so that the readers and students become more familiar with case histories. Case histories are designed to help oneself to test their ability to think their way through situations. This allows ...
Views: 2292 - my husband doesn't respond when i talk to him: Husband not answering me when I speak to him - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2019 from Jamari Marvinmy husband doesn't respond when i talk to him: Husband not answering me when I speak to him Do you live with someone who responds to conflict with the silent treatment? John Gray taught us that men tend to go into their caves when they are mulling something over in their minds. John Gottman's ...
Views: 2291 - Why Do Men/Women Cheat? And How Do We Create a Healthy Relationship Where Both People Stay Motivated Towards Monogamy? - by Submitted on May 10, 2010 from Dr. Cindy BrownI wrote this issue’s tips because of the hot stories/sex scandals in the news lately. These are the biggest questions I am being asked to answer in my media interviews lately. So I thought I would share my research and then my tips with you so you too can have healthier happier relationships ...
Views: 2290(2 votes) - Why Hire a Dating and Relationship Coach? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Nicole BaikieEveryone at some point in their lives is faced with the cold hard facts that in some area of their life change needs to occur - big time! For many people, their whole lives are about avoiding the changes they need to make. However, life has a funny way of catching up with you, and when it does ...
Views: 2290(6 votes) - ***4 Lessons Dogs Teach Us About Love - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2013 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth Schmitzb>By America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. Dogs are amazing animals. As man’s best friend, they show us everyday how to love. We are proud to tell you that our dog, Louie, is truly a Wonder Dog. He is loving, caring, intuitive, intelligent, handsome, and a wonderful friend and companion. ...
Views: 2289(24 votes) - How Do You Define A Successful Relationship? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from Audrey ValerianiIn my coaching sessions with clients, I realized that the way many people define a “successful” relationship is limited to only those that result in marriage. Well, I am here to tell you that is not necessarily the case. When you are in a relationship with someone, as you put certain things ...
Views: 2289 - Ways To Seduce A Man - 5 Seduction Techniques To Attract Any Man - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2008 from Michael LeeIs there any man that you’d like to have a relationship with? If your ideal man isn’t attracted to you yet, don’t worry. In this article, I’ll reveal 5 proven (and sexy) ways to seduce a man. Men are flattered when they know they’re being seduced, but you have to be ...
Views: 2288 - How Can The Angels Help Us? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Caroline NettleAngels are messengers from the celestial realms and they bring their messages of joy, peace, comfort, love and Divine guidance to us when we need them most. Angels can be found everywhere. In some religions they are very highly respected. They are depicted in churches, works of art, landscape ...
Views: 2287 - 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: 2285(2 votes) - How Our Past Affects Our Relationships Today - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Jonathon AslayThere are many dynamics to a relationship and I think most of us can agree that we rarely see everything going on under the surface, yet we feel the discomfort. As a Guy Spy into the Male Mind I would like to reveal three elements that can cause relational distress and ...
Views: 2285(2 votes) - Allowing Our Loved Ones To Be Human - Putting People on a Pedestal - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhen we fall in love with someone or make a new friend, we sometimes see that person in a glowing light. Their good qualities dominate the foreground of our perception and their negative qualities. They just don’t seem to have any. This temporary state of grace is commonly known as putting ...
Views: 2284(1 vote) - Do you know the 9 areas of focus for relationship healing? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Dr. Erica GoodstoneWHAT DO YOU THINK ARE THE 9 MOST IMPORTANT AREAS FOR YOU TO FOCUS ON TO CREATE LOVING RELATIONSHIPS? * Do you think money is the solution? If only my partner and I had enough money.... * Do you think career is the solution? If only my partner and I had better careers, positions, jobs, ...
Views: 2284(1 vote) - How to Get Over an Unrequited Love and Move On - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2016 from T. Renee RichardsonAloha! Sure, it’s challenging and at times feels embarrassing when someone does not return romantic feelings that you experience as vividly real. However, not only has nobody ever died from embarrassment, but we can also learn more about ourselves as we navigate the emotional challenge. ...
Views: 2284(1 vote) - Strengthen Your Bond by Experiencing A Couple Massage Together - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Victor JamesThere is nothing as interesting as a thought of getting a massage with your loved one. Imagine you and your partner lying down in the same room getting a relaxing massage in the presence of each other, the flow of adrenaline and the happiness about the fact that you both are together. There are ...
Views: 2284 - Getting to Know Yourself is the Best Way to Succeed in Developing a Satisfying Intimate Relationship - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Doron GilIf you are single and on the dating scene wishing to find a partner with whom to develop a successful relationship, you have probably listened to and practiced many dating-tips you read in advice columns, found on the internet and received from friends, such as: * Write the perfect profile * ...
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