Self Improvement Site
On The Internet! Take the Self Improvement Tour
On The Internet! Take the Self Improvement Tour
Relationship Advice Articles
Dave Shields is The Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to "Relationship Advice". You can find complete information on Dave Shields and his products by visiting Kenosis Center.
SelfGrowth.com Recommended Articles:
Marriage Therapy: 8 Signs You Should See a Marriage Counselor - Dave Turo-Shields- Simple Tips That Will Help You Get Your Ex Back Fast! - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2013 from Uadiale JohnOver the time, at some point in our relationships we all went though ups and downs. Are you going through a tough break up? Take consolation in this simple fact - Never consider that you are alone. A break is always unique and you can take my word for it, but there are always a few things ...
Views: 702 - Can I Get My Ex Back? Find Out Now! - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2013 from Uadiale John"Can I get my ex back?" is a question many people ask themselves while going through a break up. I will tell you straight from the start that reigniting with your ex is very doable. The ones that don't succeed in getting their ex back all have something in common. Asking yourself what it is? Yes ...
Views: 762 - Get Your Ex Back Fast in 5 Easy to Follow Steps - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2013 from Uadiale JohnBroke up with your ex? Want to get them back? Nothing seems to have any meaning to you anymore? Going out seems boring? All you tend to think about is your lost partner? It is time that you put an end to this misery. There is no reason why you should continue living this way and you must ...
Views: 901 - Healing Your Heartaches - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2013 from Stacy CorriganOne of the most frequent things I observe when working with clients is their lack of willingness to face the pain and trauma of the one thing that trips them up most when looking for love – their childhood. It’s understandable to a degree since we’re programmed to move toward pleasure and away ...
Views: 1274 - Dear Dr. Romance: I'm struggling with dismissing bad behavior - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: You state in the Yahoo article "Signs You Must Move On": "Women often have a very hard time ending relationships, even if deep down they know they're unhealthy. They fear change, they fear being single or they think they won't ...
Views: 1891(1 vote) - 5 Tips You Must Learn on How to Be Positive in a Relationship - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2013 from Winny KhoHow to be positive in a relationship is something that everyone in a relationship should know. If you are negative about any relationship you might be in, then it is doomed to fail right from the start. If you act negative about it, then if something goes wrong the first thing you will do is ...
Views: 662 - How to Read a Guy in 10 Minutes - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2013 from Winny KhoWhen you see a guy who takes your fancy when you are out and about, one of the talents you would love to have is to know how to read the guy. Most people would say that is impossible to read someone in any detail by only looking at them, but we disagree. There are many things you can learn about ...
Views: 924 - 5 Effective Ways to Make Him Happy - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2013 from Winny KhoThe best way to keep your relationship strong and healthy is to make sure you are both happy in the relationship, and this means you have to make him happy. There are many ways which you can do this, and this article lists 5 of the best ways to make sure you have a happy man. The first way ...
Views: 756 - How Do I Tell My Ex Boyfriend I Still Love Him - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Vanessa MooreHow Do I Tell My Ex Boyfriend I Still Love Him And Want To Start A Family With Him. My ex boyfriend and I broke up in October 2012 (long story why we broke up). On December 22, 2012 he sends me a text out of the blue saying that he misses me and that he still loves me. Problem is I met a new ...
Views: 5837(1 vote) - How To Get My Ex Boyfriend To Return To Me - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Vanessa MooreHow To Get My Ex Boyfriend To Return To Me. Casually ask if he'd like to do something non-committal, like having a drink with friends, playing miniature golf, playing tennis, etc. Something friends or first dates can do. And whatever it is, keep it fun. Leave out the serious talks for the time ...
Views: 944(1 vote) - Want To Stay Married? 4 Must Do's - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2013 from Tina TessinaNumber Four Is A Must In Any Relationship 1. Talk frequently and honestly to each other. You should talk about frustrations, sex, anger, disappointment, about your appreciation of each other, about the meaning of life, about everything. No topic should be off limits. Learn to listen and ...
Views: 1430(1 vote) - Relationships: Why Do Some Breakups Hurt So Much? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperOne may experience the end of a relationship without experiencing too much pain or they could experience immense pain and suffering when a relationship comes to an end. It could then be hard to comprehend what is taking place and why this person is having this affect. And it doesn’t even ...
Views: 1938 - What Is an Emotional Affair, and What Does it Mean For Your Marriage? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Jacob ElichmannWhat is an emotional affair? To put it simply, it is an affair of the heart. An emotional affair is emotional affection without physical affection. It is when your wife enjoys talking to someone else, being around someone else and flirting with someone else more than she does with you. She is ...
Views: 8663(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: I feel like such a fool - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance I read your article, Gentle Persistence, followed the instrudtions, and got the truth. You were right. You were sooooo right! I've finally come to the realization that the married man I've been having an affair with for almost two years now has been using me. ...
Views: 2601(1 vote) - ***Healing Love Addiction Within a Relationship - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Margaret PaulRelationships can provide a wonderful arena for healing love addiction. Many relationships flounder due to the issue of love addiction. Since people come together at their common level of woundedness – i.e., their common level of self-abandonment – if one partner is love ...
Views: 1629 - ***Change Your Life With This Simple Act - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Margaret PaulDo you understand the power of kindness to change your life? "Extend to each person, no matter how trivial the contact, all the care and kindness and understanding and love that you can muster, and do it with no thought of any reward. Your life will never be the same ...
Views: 1572 - How to Get My Ex Girlfriend Back and Make Her Love Me Again - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Vanessa MooreHow to Get My Ex Girlfriend Back and Make Her Love Me Again. If you've recently gone through a breakup then you are surely on your quest on "how to get my ex girlfriend back", and I just have a feeling that you want her besides you for long-term and never go through such a painful situation ...
Views: 1104(1 vote) - 5 vital tips on how to get your ex back fast - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Jill InsleyEnding a relationship is tough for everyone, but it doesn’t mean that you cannot get your ex back. You might think it’s impossible to get her\him back in your life or that you will need to do very amazing things in order for that to happen, but the good news is that this is not really as hard as ...
Views: 684 - When ‘Sorry’ Is Not Enough - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2013 from nancy traversApologies are an important component of repairing a relationship, but they only work if the apology is heartfelt. Saying “I’m sorry you feel that way,” or “I’m sorry you misunderstood,” may only exacerbate the problem and make your partner madder. For an apology to begin to work, it must be ...
Views: 1018 - Want to Save Your Marriage? Bring Back Some Humour - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2013 from Liam NadenWhen a marriage or relationship gets into trouble, one of the first things that happens is that the two people begin to lose their emotional connection. Communication becomes stressful and difficult. Each begins to question why they are in the marriage. As result, what connection there is can be ...
Views: 1083(1 vote) - I Am Still In Love With My Ex Boyfriend – What To Do To Make Him Come Back To Me - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2015 from Vanessa MooreI Am Still In Love With My Ex Boyfriend – What To Do To Make Him Come Back To Me. Dating advice on how to get the attention of an ex Boyfriend How Can I Make My Ex Boyfriend Fall Back in Love With Me. Tips to make your ex Boyfriend love you again and Expert advice to get your ex Boyfriend back ...
Views: 860(1 vote) - ***What Are The Risks Of On-Line Dating? - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2013 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. While we acknowledge that some one-in-five new relationships in the USA currently begin on the Internet through on-line dating services, we also note that there are risks associated with utilizing these services. Before you “jump-in” to on-line ...
Views: 2046(44 votes) - Can You Prevent Your Boyfriend From Ever Leaving You? - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2013 from Eduard EzeanuDo you want your boyfriend to be with you forever but you are worried that one day he will eventually leave you? Then it’s important for you to understand the events that can truly occur and set the right course for your actions. Many women are worried that one day their boyfriend will lose ...
Views: 1909 - Dr. Romance on Emotional Hygiene - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2013 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: A couple of years ago, I had some difficult dental work. It was very painful, and while I recovered physically pretty quickly, I had some post -traumatic stress reactions – bad dreams, flashbacks, and upset – after my recovery. I had to acknowledge my upset and feelings, ...
Views: 1723 - Get Your Ex Back Even If They Are Already Dating - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Jill InsleyBreaking up with someone you value and love so much, can seriously hurt. Even more unbearable is to see them move on with their lives when you still love them. For most people, this is a sign of doom and hopelessness and they will feel beaten and rejected. Well, this does not have to be the case ...
Views: 732 - How To Get An Ex Boyfriend Back From A Hopeless Situation - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Vanessa MooreHow To Get An Ex Boyfriend Back. Dating advice on how to get the attention of an ex Boyfriend How Can I Make My Ex Boyfriend Fall Back in Love With Me. Tips to make your ex Boyfriend love you again and Expert advice to get your ex Boyfriend back in your life. How To Get An Ex Boyfriend Back ...
Views: 9568(1 vote) - Stop! The Don't Do Dating List - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2013 from Tina TessinaDating Again? Five Things You Must Not Do Dating someone new is not easy for anyone. Expectations can be high, and it’s very easy to make a wrong move. Knowing what not to do on your earliest dates can help you to avoid future problems. Here are Dr. Romance’s reminders of what not to do on a ...
Views: 1695(2 votes) - From Apology to Forgiveness: Healing and Reconnecting - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from nancy traversEvery relationship suffers from moments of disappointment. He brushes you off when you’re opening your heart to him. She is always late and makes you wait for her. And these are just the small things—not nearly as painful as infidelity, for example. But the small things add up and pretty soon ...
Views: 1235 - ***What Does It Mean To Be Love Addicted? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Margaret Paul________________________________________ How do you know if you are love addicted? Discover the answer in this article. ________________________________________ Our culture seems to promote love addiction to such an extent that it seems like a healthy way to relate. While it is very common, ...
Views: 1625 - The Surprising Power of Empathy - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Casey TruffoWhen your spouse doesn’t get a hoped-for promotion, your best friend suffers the loss of a parent, your child feels rejected because she’s not invited to a classmate’s party…whenever a loved one is hurting, chances are, you’re hurting too. You want to make it all better, but you can’t. You might ...
Views: 782 - How To Revive A Relationship That It Does not Work - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Michael LoisThe cast you can revive a relationship that no longer works, can be a difficult task. In some cases, we note that both parties waive completely the relationship or perhaps one of the couples gave up. In the first case, it seems that both have agreed to disagree, so simple. In the second case, ...
Views: 754 - The Big Mistake You Should Avoid When Will Back With Your Ex - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Michael LoisExample: John and Mary broke 1 month ago. However, John thought much about getting back together with her again. So I created a small lunch date with Maria. The lunch date was better than expected. As the conversation was still, John is feeling increasingly optimistic about recovering ...
Views: 748 - Relationships: Where Do Women’s Expectations Of Men Come From? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to what a man is going to be like or what a woman is going to be like, we all have a set of expectations. And although these can be consciously known, they are very often out of one’s conscious awareness. So while a woman may be unaware of what their expectations are of men, they ...
Views: 1842 - A Secure Method To Win Back Your Ex Boyfriend - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Michael LoisIf you are suffering right now quite normal pain being dumped by your boyfriend, and certainly desperately want a second chance with him, I know how difficult and emotional it is for you to go through this stage of your life. If you really want to get your ex boyfriend, then there is one ...
Views: 777 - How to Win Back Your Ex Boyfriend With These Easy Steps - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Michael LoisEnding a relationship with someone is not easy. Let this happen to you can be especially difficult if you live by surprise. Maybe you thought your ex boyfriend would be the love of your life and now it was for reasons I do not understand. Even after having spent time possible you’re still ...
Views: 703 - Steps To Win Back Your Ex Girlfriend - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Michael LoisDefinitely break up with your girlfriend is going through a difficult phase. It’s really hard to cope when the break happens suddenly, for no apparent reason. At first this might seem so. Finally, you realize why you left. This can only happen if you reflect an honest about yourself. Once you ...
Views: 871 - How Communication Can Save Your Marriage? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Michael LoisWhen a marriage comes to an end, the problem may be only one thing and that is the lack of communication altogether. Of course, the problem does not develop the overnight. It all begins when couples stop having those long heart to heart talks and sincerely. Conversations in casual dining and ...
Views: 820 - How Separation Can Save Your Relationship - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Michael LoisAt that precise moment when your partner walks out the door, is likely to feel that the separation is final. That’s everything, everything! However, I would like you to know that if you prepare well and have the right attitude, then rest assured that all is not lost. Surely you can save your ...
Views: 841 - Dear Dr. Romance: I need to forgive myself. - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance, I need to forgive myself for continuing in the care of a dentist whom I had lost confidence in and didn't trust anymore. He put a crown in and messed up my bite so now I bite and scratch my cheeks. I have had anxiety and a brief hospital stay over this. I ...
Views: 2591 - How Can I Get Back With My Ex Girlfriend? Effective Techniques - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2013 from Adams LoisIf now you’re wondering “How do I get back with my ex girlfriend?” then read on to learn some proven techniques to take advantage. All you need is a little creativity and a lot of time. How do I get back with my ex girlfriend? The first technique to get back with an ex girlfriend is ...
Views: 1039 - Relationships: Is It Important To Understand The Opposite Sex? - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperQuestions such as: what does it take to keep a woman happy and what does it take to please a man, have been around for many years. And sometimes people come up with answers and sometimes people give up trying to find answers. The great psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud even pondered this question ...
Views: 2235 - Some Simple, Easy and Practicable Tips How to Get Your Ex Back - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2013 from Jill InsleyStarting a relationship is hard, even harder is nurturing it. So many things can go wrong and the relationship comes into a halt. Breaking up with someone you have shared so much with can be painful and distressing especially if you still love him or her. This is why you need to learn how to get ...
Views: 695 - How to Win Your Ex Boyfriend Back - I am still in love with my ex boyfriend - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Vanessa MooreI am still in love with my ex boyfriend? My ex and I broke up some time ago. We haven't seen each other since about 2 months before the breakup and that seperation was what caused us to fight and breakup. I tried moving on but I just cannot get over him. He is trying to date this girl that was ...
Views: 838(2 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: I recently discovered numerous women he text messages - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I have just read your article "Keys to a Happy Relationship" and would be greatful for some advice. I havn't been with my partner long. We are both in our twenties and we met a few months ago and already live together because it's the only way we could see ...
Views: 1598(1 vote) - 3 Immediate Things to Do to Win Your Girlfriend Back After a Breakup - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2013 from Uadiale JohnBreakup fog. Everyone suffers from it after a breakup. You can't think. You struggle to form coherent sentences. Even simple tasks, like brushing your teeth, seem impossible. "What went wrong?" you wonder. "How did this happen? Why doesn't she love me anymore?" "How do I win my ...
Views: 5241(1 vote) - Will Your Relationship Last? 7 Must Read Questions. - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2013 from Tina TessinaNumber 7 Might Shock You The way to know if your romance will last is to observe your partner's past and present behavior, especially in group settings, and to learn the proven skills to make marriage work. Because I see so much of the damage caused by people blindly connecting, rushing ...
Views: 1610(1 vote) - Relationships: Tips to Help Overcome your Negative Reaction to your Spouse - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2013 from Tina TessinaEXERCISE: MIRRORS AND TEACHERS 1. List problem people: Make a list of people with whom you have had problems in the recent past. You can use the list from the exercise for reviewing your family map in the last chapter, choose the family members who are still presenting problems, and add to ...
Views: 1648(3 votes) - Relationships: Why Do Some Men Fear Women? - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperAs men are often physically stronger than women, it often makes it hard to comprehend that they could be fearful of women. This is something that can sound illogical and abnormal. When some people hear this, it can sound like some kind of joke. But while this may sound illogical and even ...
Views: 2007 - Relationship: The Facts Versus The Truth About Your Relationship - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2013 from Gurmay Fraser-DarlingtonGod is serious about relationships. It is vital for us to qualify people to be in relationship with us. As far back as I can remember when ever things went really bad in my life it was always when I allowed myself to be in relationships without discerning that person’s purpose in my life. On one ...
Views: 837(1 vote) - How To Make An Ex Boyfriend Or Ex Girlfriend Fall In Love – Ask Ex Out On A Date - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Vanessa MooreHow To Make An Ex Boyfriend Or Ex Girlfriend Fall In Love – Ask Ex Out On A Date Why Ex Lovers Tend To Get Back Together Again After A Breakup No matter how far the quarrel goes, lovers tend to desire one another again. In such situations, the term "True love never fails" manifests here. ...
Views: 859(1 vote)