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Marriage Therapy: 8 Signs You Should See a Marriage Counselor - Dave Turo-Shields- Relatiionship Woes - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2015 from Jackie Wiliams BrockertRelationship Woes Sometimes its hard to accept that a relationship is undergoing a turbulent cycle. We turn to a psychic to get guidance. Here are some common signals that the relationship is heading in the direction of needing some type of change. You've got ...
Views: 894 - Relationships: Why Do People Who Fear Being Abandoned End Up With People Who Fear Being Smothered? - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there will be times when someone will want to be around others, there will also be times when they want to be by themselves. And as to how long someone will spend in the company of others or in their own company can depend on a number of factors. Human beings are not all the same and ...
Views: 1876 - Dear Dr. Romance: Does Viagra give him Insomnia? - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I am 39 & my boyfriend is 51. He takes Viagra & Cialis (on an as needed basis). We have a terrific relationship. We seem to have no problem lying there & falling asleep for a short time after making love. I have a really comfortable bed, ...
Views: 1853(1 vote) - Friends in Need: Interventions for Domestic Violence - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2015 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance received the following letter: “A topic I would like you to cover/explore is that curious phenomena which permits otherwise independent women to be dominated...even abused...by males with whom they share some sort or relationship. Why is it that a seemingly ...
Views: 1340(2 votes) - Relationships: Why Do Some People Always Blame Men/Women? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhen something goes wrong, one can either look into what took place, or they can simply find someone to blame. If they were to look into what happened, it would give them the chance to make a difference. For example, they could see if they have played a part in what took place and if so, ...
Views: 1851 - Relationships: Do Some People Put Up With Dysfunctional Relationships In Order To Avoid Their True Feelings? - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who end up in relationships that are fulfilling, there are others who don’t. This is going to mean that not everyone is going to know what it is like to be in a fulfilling relationship. Unfulfilling When one is used to being in relationships that are not as ...
Views: 1553 - Independence: Is Independence An Illusion? - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, it is not uncommon for someone to describe themselves as ‘independent’. When they say this, they could say it as if they are talking about something that is a normal part of life, or they could say it with a sense of pride. Normal In the first case, one may have ...
Views: 1578 - Relationships: Is It Naive For Someone To Believe That Another Person Will Change? - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperEven though a relationship can start off in a certain way, it doesn’t mean that it will be the same as time passes. On one hand, this can be seen as something that just happens as two people get to know each other better, and on the other hand, it can mean that one person was putting on an ...
Views: 2035 - Dear Dr. Romance: How can I help her to turn around? - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I have read your article "Fair Fight Guidlines" and it is impressive. I like to ask your advise for the following situation: I have married for 20 years and three beautifull children. My wife whom I love the most, uses power struggle tactics: guilt and ...
Views: 1476(1 vote) - When Selfless Giving Involves Self-Forgetting – Giving When It Stings - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2015 from Suzanne St. John SmithJust the other day, I was involved in a situation that reminded me of the amount of courage it takes to give selflessly. I was acutely aware that few of us know the kind of love that’s willing to offer this sort of giving, particularly if it means experiencing personal suffering in the ...
Views: 1403 - Relationships: Do Some People End Up With People They Are Not Attracted To In Order To Avoid Themselves? - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhile one can end up with someone who they are attracted to, they can also end up with someone who they are not attracted to. If they were to end up with someone they are attracted to, it could be said that they will be a lot happier. A Meal One way of looking at this would be to ...
Views: 1610 - What Is It About Henry or Mary? - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2015 from William CottringerWhat Is It About Henry or Mary? By Bill Cottringer “Defensiveness is usually someone silently screaming that they need you to value and respect them in disguise. When you look for deeper meanings behind someone’s pain you can then begin to heal not only yourself, but others.” ~Shannon L. ...
Views: 1561 - Dear Dr. Romance: He´s a Jehovah Witness and am a Pentecostal - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I just saw write up on the issue of older woman and younger man. This have been a great issue for me, I make friends easily with people and at the end of the day they want a relationship and all to find that am older than them. Its been happening to me for ...
Views: 1324(2 votes) - Dr. Romance: Tips for Divorced Dads - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2015 from Tina TessinaWhat can divorced dads do to help raise healthy, successful boys when they don't see their sons as often as they want? Here are some tips for non-custodial fathers who want to make certain they raise successful men. 1. Stay connected with your boy. Find a way to get over the differences ...
Views: 1383(2 votes) - Monogamy Relationship Theory Related to Zodiac Sign - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2015 from KS InfotechFinding a true partner for yourself is not an easy deal, while finding a right partner for yourself you may come across a host of potential lovers who represents every sign of the Zodiac. Undoubtedly, everyone wants a partner who is genuine and truthful and someone who is willing to maintain the ...
Views: 1716(1 vote) - Relationships: Why Do Some People Who Have Empathy End Up With People Who Don't Have Empathy? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone has the ability to empathise with others, they might expect to attract people into their life who are the same. But while they can have this outlook, it doesn’t mean that this is what will take place. Instead, they can end up attracting people who are the completely opposite, ...
Views: 1616 - Dear Dr. Romance: He has PTSD and I'm going crazy - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I have been married for about four years now and my husband and I got married at 18 we have 3 kids all under the age of four and it gets stressful sometimes for both of us. He is in the army, he's been a soldier for almost 3 years now he was deployed ...
Views: 1719(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: I think I am missing myself - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I think I am missing myself Dear Dr. Romance: I am a women in my early twenties from India. I have gone through your website and i think u can help me. For the first time in life I am so confused, so helpless, and I don't know what i want. Everything ...
Views: 1388 - Dear Dr. Romance: I think I am missing myself - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I think I am missing myself Dear Dr. Romance: I am a women in my early twenties from India. I have gone through your website and i think u can help me. For the first time in life I am so confused, so helpless, and I don't know what i want. Everything ...
Views: 1447(1 vote) - 7 Signs that Stress is Affecting Your Relationship - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2015 from Sylvia SmithIn the chaos that is life we often get bogged down with situations both in and mostly beyond our control. While stress can hurt us physically by making us sick, exhausted, and generally worn down, it also is a difference maker in our relationships and marriages. In order to reach optimal ...
Views: 941 - Gratitude: A Recipe for Maintaining Positivity - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2015 from Suzanne St. John SmithJust as I was leaving my office last night, I discovered THE most beautiful bouquet of flowers sitting beside my door awaiting me. I was so taken back by the thoughtfulness of whomever had arranged this lovely gift, and when I opened the card and read that it was from my clients who ...
Views: 1400 - Voice - A Forgotten Path to Success - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2015 from Anne CookHave you ever considered what part the sound of your voice plays in the role of your success? In the book Voice and Diction it says, "People who have poor speaking voices - the kind that set your teeth on edge- are almost always unaware of this." When I was in broadcast school I had to read ...
Views: 2018(1 vote) - Taking Personal Responsibility for What is Ours - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2015 from Amanda Dobra HopeAs a holistic life coach and spiritual counselor for both individuals and couples, as well as an avid student of my own personal growth for many, many years- I have come to the conclusion that one of the most important things we can do to increase satisfaction in our relationships with ourselves ...
Views: 1497 - Social Media: Can Social Media Erode Real Relationships? - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to the people one has on their friends list, there can be the people they know and there can also be the people they don’t know. As a result of this, just because someone is classed as a friend it doesn’t mean that this is actually the case. The Same School For example, one ...
Views: 1544 - How to Feel Better After a Breakup - People Who Don't Regret Know These Tips - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2015 from Alex J. StevensonSo you broke up. This is always painful, even if you are the one to initiate the breakup. Even if there is a good reason (or many) for you two not to be together anymore, it is never an easy thing to work through the aftermath. There will be stages of grieving the relationship, but there ...
Views: 1183(1 vote) - Internet Dating: Can Internet Dating Make People Believe They Are More Attractive Than They Are? - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhile social media has allowed people to stay in touch with their ‘friends’ no matter where they are; internet dating has given them the ability to find someone no matter where they are. As a result of this, it is no longer necessary for one to go out in order to find someone to have a ...
Views: 1526 - People Pleasing: Does Low Self-Esteem Cause People To Please Others? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperOn one hand, one can pay attention to their own needs and do what they can to fulfilling them, and on the other hand, they can focus on others people’s needs and do what they can to fulfil them. If their life is a reflection of the former, it is likely to be far more fulfilling than if their ...
Views: 2524 - Relationships: Has Internet Dating Made It Easier For People To Deceive Others? - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone has the desire to achieve something, they can end up imagining what their life would be like if they were to achieve it. On one hand, they could believe that it will have a small impact on their life, and on the other hand, they could believe that it will have significant impact on ...
Views: 1713 - How to Get my Ex Girlfriend Back - Idea to Helps You Want Girlfriend Back - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2015 from Ayiba TiemoQuestions keep on flying in the mind eyes wondering how to get my Ex back. If you believe in the power of the mind; creativity comes from the mind and any action you take is first previewed in the mind’s eye, the problem of how to get back with an ex lies in our minds. Indeed, this theory of ...
Views: 1428 - How to Get Your Ex Girlfriend Back - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2015 from Ayiba TiemoBrain language programming can be used to know how to get your ex girlfriend back. Through the use of Anchors and eliciting and commands, these are tools ', you can make an ex want you back. I will enlighten you on the best ways to apply these tools in your various aspects in life. You will be ...
Views: 1491 - Dear Dr. Romance: I still can't seem to get over it -- Is that normal? - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: My boyfriend and I have been dating for almost two years now. There is a seventeen year difference in age. I left for two and a half months to help my older sister during her second pregnancy because her husband was in Iraq. When I came back I found out ...
Views: 1785(1 vote) - Dr. Romance Wishes You a Happy Thanksgiving - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2015 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance on giving thanks: A lot of people aren’t very good at looking at the positive. I hear a lot of negativity, blaming and complaining daily in my counseling office, and I find the more negative people are, the worse their lives work. Talking about how bad it all is seems ...
Views: 1331(2 votes) - Yes, You Can Have A Happier Holiday - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2015 from Tina TessinaRichard and I just indulged in our early December tradition – we watched our favorite Christmas movie, "Scrooge!." the musical starring Albert Finney, which kick-starts our holiday spirit every year. No matter what you observe: Ramadan, Kwaanza, Chanukah, Solstice or Christmas, this is a ...
Views: 1414(1 vote) - Relationships: Are Relationship Problems Caused By Low Self-Esteem? - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to fixing something, it is not uncommon for some kind of diagnosis to take place. Once this has taken place, the appropriate action can then be taken, and before long, it could be back to normal. Alternatively, someone could find that something doesn’t work and instead of ...
Views: 1565 - Chances of Getting your Ex Back - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2015 from Ayiba TiemoIf you are pondering on how to get your ex back or may have tried several means to win her back but all effort seems to not to work or pushes her further away from you. This negative responds can be as a result of wrong approach, all relationships can be rescued/save no matter how bad it has got ...
Views: 1340 - Chances of Getting your Ex Back - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2015 from Ayiba TiemoIf you are pondering on how to get your ex back or may have tried several means to win her back but all effort seems to not to work or pushes her further away from you. This negative responds can be as a result of wrong approach, all relationships can be rescued/save no matter how bad it has got ...
Views: 1201 - How to Get my Ex Boyfriend Back - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2015 from Ayiba TiemoHave you tried to get your ex back but nothing has worked? the fact is almost all breakups can be resolved even will you feel you did the unthinkable nobody will ever forgive you, becoming victorious in winning your Ex back is as easy as knowing your alphabets. All you need to do is get the ...
Views: 1220 - How Do You Know If It’s Time To Break Up? - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2015 from Alex J. StevensonRelationships don’t always go the way we want. Things may start to get rocky despite the few months or years of being in a honeymoon phase. There comes a moment when it’s just time to go between you and your partner. So how do you know if it’s time to break up? There are several ...
Views: 1249(1 vote) - Relationships: Is It A Good Idea For Someone To Treat Others How They Would Like To Be Treated? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to treat someone with respect, there is the chance that they will get a certain response. Whereas if they were to treat someone with disrespect, there is the chance they will get a completely different response. When it comes to the first example, one might expect another person ...
Views: 1577 - Boundaries: Can A Lack Of Boundaries Cause Someone To Lose Themselves Around Others? - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhile some people are able to maintain their sense of self when they are around others, there are going to be other people who are unable to do so. However, even though this is what is taking place, it doesn’t mean that someone realises what is happening. Part of Life For example, if ...
Views: 1731(1 vote) - Boundaries: Can A Lack Of Boundaries Stop Someone From Experiencing Intimacy? - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperFor some people, experiencing intimacy will be a normal part of life, and it is then not going to be something that they will need to worry about. If this wasn’t the case and they were unable to experience intimacy, it could be something that ends up consuming their whole life. Their need to ...
Views: 1691 - Dr. Romance on Getting Along With Each Other - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2015 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance reflects: One of the things I'm very grateful for in my life is the opportunities I have had to travel and see the world. When I see a world in turmoil: earthquakes, war, terrorism, famine, political upheaval, inflation, human rights violations: I think not of the ...
Views: 1375 - Dear Dr. Romance: Age-Gap in Gay Relationship - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: Thank you for such a wonderfully positive article on "generation-gap" relationships. I just finished reading "What's Behind the Trend of Women Dating Younger Men?". Although I am in a gay-relationship, I read the article with ...
Views: 1383(2 votes) - How Not To Be A Wicked Stepparent - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2015 from Tina TessinaAre you a stepparent? Are you struggling to make the right decisions for your newly created family? If so, here are four tips to help. 1. Give your blended family a chance to bond. Don’t worry if everyone doesn’t settle in right away; bonding takes time. Hopefully, you all got to know each ...
Views: 1448(1 vote) - Relationships: Is Your Inability To Listen Damaging Your Relationships? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was to go and watch a film, not only would they watch the screen, they would also pay attention to what is being said. On one hand, they will have paid to watch it, and on the other hand, it will be something they want to see. No Consequences However, if they were to take ...
Views: 2050 - Boundaries: Can A Lack Of Boundaries Cause Someone To Lose Themselves In A Relationship? - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhile some people can maintain their sense of self in a relationship, there are others who are unable to do this. As a result, their experiences are going to be radically different, and this could be how they have been for most of their life. A Big Difference When one is able to maintain ...
Views: 1891 - How to Get Your Ex Girlfriend Back - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2015 from Ayiba TiemoThe question most people ask is; ignoring my Ex will it help to win him back " right now you are open to doing anything possible to win your Ex back and probably wouldn't stop crying and throwing yourself at their palm, begging them to accept you back into their life. Luckily you don't have to ...
Views: 1049 - How can I get my ex back-Using Romantic Tricks - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2015 from Ayiba TiemoIf you're presently going through this article, you're most likely experiencing the pain of the heart losing your love one is one of the terrible things that can happen to you. I understand want you going through because I have also had a heart break which was so distressing. Hearing the one you ...
Views: 1491 - Dear Dr. Romance: He hasn't told his Mum - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I am having a little issue which I'd like some advice on; Firstly my partner had liked me for a few years before asking me out. We have been together for almost a year, yet he hasn't told his Mum that we are in a serious relationship. I have approached the subject but ...
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