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- A Roadmap to Conscious Relationship - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2010 from Allan HardmanAll conscious relationship begins with ourselves. To share the truth of how we feel, without attachment to the outcome of a relationship, is one of my many definitions of conscious relationship-- but we must be connected to our feelings in a very intimate way to be able to share them. It all ...
Views: 1311 - A Roadmap to Intimacy - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2010 from Allan HardmanIt is not easy to be intimate in conscious relationship. In fact, everything we learned as children goes against our adult desire for intimacy and relationship. Frankly, our beloved parents taught us a bunch of lies. It wasn’t their fault, the lies were taught to them, and taught by generations ...
Views: 1686 - A solution to loneliness at least, an energetic solution - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Bruce DicksonA solution to loneliness at least, an energetic solution A Healing Toolbox article, Best practices in energy healing, 'with God as your Partner' I was feeling lonely yesterday. I had just completed all the heavy lifting on a big project, shooting and editing, a series of 15 videos, it had ...
Views: 2305 - A Special Issue of Care - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2012 from Susan Schwartz, Ph.D.Caring is a special art. If not innate, it can be learned and is an essential relationship ingredient. Some of the ways we care and are cared for are what we explore here. Most often we have expectations for how it should go. It means our relationship. The problem is not that we have ...
Views: 954 - A Successful Intimate Relationship Depends on Being Aware - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Doron GilINTRODUCTION We all like to think that we are logical, rational human beings. But many of our reactions and behaviors are driven by factors we NOT aware of – leading us to harm our relationships. Developing Self-Awareness paves the way to a successful intimacy. ARE WE RATIONAL HUMAN ...
Views: 1658 - A Woman's Way to Enlightenment - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2011 from Carolin HauserI have two small children, a husband, a household and my work. I do want to connect with Source (or whatever you call that higher part that governs the Universe) and I do want to be the best I can be. I do want to be enlightened. Many spiritual teachers suggest that a true state of divine ...
Views: 1283 - About the Bitcoin market - by Submitted on May 04, 2020 from Wajahat AliFor those who are not familiar with what Bitcoin is; Basically it is a digital currency for which you don't need a banking system or even a government. Open source software is used to operate transactions. Many people are investing money in the bitcoin market because since it was introduced in ...
Views: 518 - Accepting Help: 5 Ways to Prepare for Self-Care - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2018 from Anica OaksSelf-care is the essential practice of engaging in regular activities or practices to reduce stress, maintain and enhance our physical, emotional, mental well-being and health. It’s learning to take care of yourself, knowing your limits, and not sacrificing your health for others. More people ...
Views: 1473 - Addiction to conviction - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2015 from Callum GoldingI must follow on from my interpretation of ego as the root cause of climate change. On a spiritual level that may well be so, but what other more tangible explanations are there for this horrific destruction of our planet and species? A phenomenon we are almost paralysed to resolve. I say it is ...
Views: 1346 - ADDICTIONS IMPACT MENTAL HEALTH AND SUCCESS - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2019 from Emma ViglucciI’ve had an interesting coming together of influences this week to inspire today’s topic (in the end only a minor detour from our Editorial Calendar). I had a request to write about addiction, and of course today is World Mental Health Day… So, I’ve decided to combine these and write about them ...
Views: 734 - ADHD Relationships: Are You the Kite or the Kite Holder? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2017 from Laurie DuparAre you the partner in an ADHD relationship always dashing, darting, taking risks and soaring while your partner is more steady, balanced and unswerving? If so, your ADHD relationship maybe that of a kite and kite holder. Let me explain, several years ago I was focused on expanding my ADHD ...
Views: 2002 - Adopt a relationship enrichment mindset and lifestyle - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2020 from Emma ViglucciDo you often feel you are alone and unsupported - that your partner is out to lunch, or they are prissy about getting their hands dirty…? Do you feel you have to take care of everything, or things don’t get done? Do you bicker over everything and the silliest things can spark a massive fight? Do ...
Views: 637 - Affirmations for Better Sex – Fact or Fiction? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2009 from Greg FrostIn the land of love, most of us consider sex to something as a means to pleasure, a means to create a bond of love between two people, to fulfil a need and to maintain the emotions necessary to make a relationship fresh. In all biological sense of the word, sex is something that is functionary, ...
Views: 3195 - Airplane bed bed - by One of the most fun aspects of preparing a child is creating a warm and inviting room for a small group of joy. Children's room must be safe, comfortable and visually stimulating.
Many couples choose a nursery theme, often inspired by the children's beds. Bed plane bedding is a popular choice ...
Views: 146 - All In The Name of Honesty - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from Bryce KayeHow many times has each of us received an emotional wound followed by the justification, "I'm only being honest!" "Honesty" is like other sacrosanct words like "love", "unselfish", and "caring" that have the ability to put people's forebrains to sleep. The mere utterance of the word has the ...
Views: 1417 - Always take a chance to say “I love you!” - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2015 from Gordana StankovicI woke up quite early this morning. Strictly speaking I do not know whether I woke up or whether I was really woken up by a dream. It was one of those very real dreams, the one you want to go back to and complete it. In it I was with my best male friend, whom I really was in love with. I was ...
Views: 1017 - Am I Connected Enough to My Partner? - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2018 from Sheryl PaulThe connection question is one of the most common spikes that darts across the screen of my clients and readers’ consciousness when they’re struggling with relationship anxiety. Do we connect enough? Do we talk enough? What if I feel bored sometimes? Is there a meeting of the minds? Do we have ...
Views: 1004 - Am I Doing Alright in Bed? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeAm I doing alright in bed? How can I tell? We get turned on through our senses – seeing, feeling, touching, smelling, tasting, hearing – and through thought or fantasy. When we begin active sexual movements, we feel the flow of pleasurable feelings centering in the genitals and abdomen. The ...
Views: 1220 - Anniversary Gifts: Adding bond to a Married Life - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2011 from mike rosalesCelebrating your anniversary with your spouse or wanting to give a lovely couple you know a gift for their anniversary, there are Anniversary Gifts that are sure to be a hit and these can vary in two categories like ones given by spouses to each other and secondly, given to a couple celebrating ...
Views: 945 - Another Medicine Journey is Probably NOT Going to Give Your Relationship the Foundation for Everyday Sustainability...But I Know This Will Instead - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2021 from Joanna IntaraI’ve witnessed a lot of people look to medicine journeys (which I have deep respect for) as the be all - end all when it comes to transformation, hold it as the great and ultimate problem solver, clearer and the ultimate way. I’ve also observed some of the same people, including facilitators, ...
Views: 780 - Anxiety and Numbness - by Submitted on May 13, 2016 from Sheryl PaulI often receive a version of the following email: "Is indifference a sign of relationship anxiety? My partner and I haven't seen each other in two weeks and I feel nothing. I've shut down. I don't care if we split up. My partner even cheated on me and I felt nothing. I don't seem to care ...
Views: 1506 - Anxiety Blocks Connection - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2018 from Sheryl PaulOn the heels of my post on connection, which was both comforting and spike-inducing for some of my readers and course members, I’m elaborating on the topic of connection, specifically this one line: Of course, when anxiety is at the helm, it’s difficult to feel attached or secure anywhere and ...
Views: 933 - Appetite with Class aka How to Be a REALLY Nice Bitch! - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2011 from Susan SheppardHow to be a really nice bitch! I guess I haven’t really explained how you get to be a really nice Bitch. So here it is. Women are called bitch when they demand and when they get angry. The secret to being a really nice bitch is to know what you want and ask for it very nicely while ...
Views: 4956 - Are Phones in Bed Taking a toll on Sex Lives? - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2020 from Todd Creagerhttps://toddcreager.com/phones-in-bed-are-taking-a-toll-on-sex-lives/ The answer is yes phones in bed are taking a toll on sex lives. There was an interesting research study that had some eye-popping statistics. Here is a quick synopsis of some the statistics from that study : 1. ...
Views: 633 - Are porn sites the reason for more men to go MGTOW? - by Submitted on May 10, 2020 from Eric DesuzaPorn has become quite popular over the years, especially within the last two years, and that is all thanks to a growing community called MGTOW. All over the world, men have started making a decision not to be involved with women any longer… but what exactly does that mean? How have they come to ...
Views: 1081 - Are You a Queen or a Booty Call? - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2019 from Tanisha Snipes-DixonI spent a lot of time examining relationships between men and women and I see exactly where us women fall short in regards to getting the relationship we desire. Unfortunately, we relate sex to love and this is mistake number one. In today’s world, we find ourselves engaging in sexual activities ...
Views: 878 - Are you Abandoned or Smothered in Your Relationship? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2014 from Emma ViglucciAre You Abandoned or Smothered in Your Relationship? Couples get stuck in how they relate in their relationship and no matter how they try to get unstuck, to meet their needs and to create a satisfying relationship, they just get more and more buried in dissatisfaction. The negative cycle ...
Views: 2530 - ARE YOU ACHIEVING YOUR RELATIONSHIP GOALS? - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2019 from Emma ViglucciMid-March – how about them apples? Times flies when you are having fun, or are too busy! LOL Hopefully it’s the former for you. How is it going? Having a good week? Having a good month (March can be rough on people)? Having a good quarter…? As we are quickly approaching the end of Q1, this is ...
Views: 780 - ARE YOU ALL IN YET? - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2019 from Emma ViglucciHave you gotten over yourself, evicted your Ego, yet? Are you full steam ahead? Are you all in? Are you fully committed to really giving it your all, to throwing your whole Self in? Are you fully committed to kicking some serious butt, to creating an extraordinary life and awesomest ...
Views: 765 - Are You Authentic? Learn Why Authenticity is Essential for a Successful Intimate Relationship! - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2012 from Doron GilA major component of successful intimate relationship is authenticity: when you are “who you are”, true to yourself and genuine, you can develop, nurture and maintain a healthy and satisfying intimacy. But many fail in their relationships because they are NOT authentic. Getting up the courage to ...
Views: 1329 - Are You Capable of Leaving an Unsatisfying Intimacy when You Realize the Relationship Isn’t Good Enough? - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2013 from Doron GilI once heard someone describing her wish to separate from her partner in the following words: “I’m in the departure lounge at the airport… there’s some waiting before take-off…there might even be some delay…”. She already knew she should separate, but still hesitated about doing it and ...
Views: 1422 - Are You Fully Present in Your Marriage? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2010 from Nancy Wasson"Presence is more than just being there," states Malcolm S.Forbes. How true! Have you ever been talking with someone and felt that they were miles away even though they were sitting next to you? They might have appeared to be listening, but you could sense that they weren’t really mentally ...
Views: 2441 - Are You Getting Stuck in a Sexual Rut? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2016 from Robyn VogelRemember when. . . The scent of your partner’s skin put a flare in your nostrils as you drank in their essence; You couldn’t keep your hands off each other. Love making could happen anytime and anywhere; There was an underlying passion to everything you did with each other; The smallest ...
Views: 1820 - Are You Heart Smart? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Michelle CastoAre You Heart Smart? How to Enhance Your Emotional Quotient By Michelle L. Casto You don’t have to be Albert Einsten to be smart, although having a high IQ has been associated with being intelligent. Having a high IQ means that you are “head smart.” If you have a high IQ, you are good ...
Views: 2242 - Are You In A Relationship With Someone Who Is More Like Your Son/Daughter? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperThe other day I was thinking about how there were times when I had come across couples who appeared to be out of balance. When this was the case, it was as though it was more like a parent-child relationship and not an adult to adult relationship. One of them was more like a parent to the ...
Views: 1127 - Are You Okay With Where You Are? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2011 from Carolin HauserWhy is it important to your own growth and peace of mind that you are ok with where you are? Being OK with where you are accomplishes two things. First of all, it gives you a clear picture of where you are. Second, it gives you piece of mind, and an honest foundation from which you can ...
Views: 1405 - Are You Ready for Love? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2011 from Dr. Rick SchaeferIf you attract a lover right now, they will be just as screwed up as you are right now! People all seem to have a common question about relationships: “I want a lover who loves me completely, who supports me in my dreams and goals, who gives me moral support and boosts me up when I'm ...
Views: 1111 - Are You Stuck in an Unsatisfying Intimate Relationship? Here are 3 Routes for you to Consider - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2013 from Doron GilThe increasing number of separations and divorce is an indication that many are not satisfied with their relationships. Yet, those who stay in an unsatisfying relationship might have reasons for doing so. Whatever the reasons are, there are at least 3 routes to making a change. Reasons for ...
Views: 1457 - ARE YOU YOUR OWN WORST ENEMY? - by Submitted on May 16, 2019 from Emma ViglucciSomething that is amazingly striking is how vulnerable we are in all aspects of our humanness. And, how hard we can be on ourselves (and with others!) to top it off! In the stories I hear through the work, and also in plain old conversations with people, I hear the constant criticism, lack ...
Views: 766 - Are Your Expectations Too High for Your Relationship? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Guy RussellWe are all human beings, and as such have strengths and weaknesses. One of the benefits of being human is the ability to work on our own weaknesses and improving our own lives and others around us. There are numerous “self help gurus” whose basic principle is improving how you view yourself to ...
Views: 4878 - Aromas for Lovers and Love Making - The Six Most Powerful Attraction Oils in Aromatherapy - by Submitted on May 09, 2014 from KG Stiles“Lovers don’t just finally meet somewhere. They’re in each other all along.” -Rumi In this article you’ll find out how the power of scent can help: Attract your soulmate/life partner Strengthen your love connection Enhance your love making experience Get unstuck from creating the same ...
Views: 4588 - Aromatherapy and Sensual Massage - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2016 from Dayr RichBeing touched and caressed by someone we love is essential to our emotional health; adding libido boosting essential oils to the mix will TAKE YOU TO THE MOON! There are many erogenous zones that many of us are unaware of; if that’s you, take a peek at my Sensual Massage page that has a great ...
Views: 1208 - Arsenal Gifts - Gifts capture brilliant moments and celebrated players - by Arsenal Football Club, also known as The Gunners, is one of the reputed and successful clubs in England. The club's large fan base buys tickets in advance to watch the matches and encourage club players. All over the world, players are highly admired by football lovers. If you are a football ...
Views: 117 - Asking for What You Want - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Tina TessinaIn my counseling office, I see a lot of damage done because people don't know how to ask for what they want, or don't think it's OK. Not asking for what you want means you'll eventually resent somebody, and that leads to a lot of strife. So today, I thought I'd give some hints about how to ask ...
Views: 1834 - Asking for What you Want - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2014 from Tina Tessinab> In my counseling office, I see a lot of damage done because people don’t know how to ask for what they want, or don’t think it’s OK. Not asking for what you want means you’ll eventually resent somebody, and that leads to a lot of strife. So today, I thought ...
Views: 1327 - Assuring Compatibility - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Marie MalacamanSome people will probably laugh about it while some may head off to the other extreme, yet astrological compatibility really is a subject most have found even though most may be loath to disclose this. Many like reading their own daily horoscope but when it comes to rather more serious ...
Views: 1180 - Attachment Issues In Couples therapy - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2012 from Roni Weisberg-RossI have always enjoyed therapy with couples. It is stimulating, interactive work and can create dramatic change quickly. By strengthening a couples' communication pattern, you not only help them to improve their relationship, but help them to learn more about themselves and what drives their ...
Views: 2194 - Attachment: What Causes Attachment Problems? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThe term attachment is often used in the area of relationships and to describe what kind of relationship one had with their primary caregiver as a child. This first attachment plays a massive role in our development as a child and in how we are as adults. A General View So here I will give ...
Views: 2460 - Attaining Orgasms Through Intercourse - A Perspective Of Women Orgasm... Part 2art 2 - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from Raymond EhomaIn our second installment, on methods females can adopt as a way to have greater and way more constant climax, we are going to be considering three important tactics that are certain to accomplish just about every female's desire of attaining her orgasm throughout sexual ...
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