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Marriage Therapy: 8 Signs You Should See a Marriage Counselor - Dave Turo-Shields- Should You Snoop on Your Guy? - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Lisa DailyOkay, let’s get past the fact that in our greatest moments of weakness or weirdness most of us may have inadvertently looked through our guy’s bedside table (for hand lotion!) while he was otherwise occupied, or casually inventoried the dry cleaning receipts, straw wrappers and lint in his ...
Views: 2607(3 votes) - Show yourself Friendly - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from cedric riceDo you want to have a multitude of friends? If you don’t the only reason is that you haven’t invested the amount of time that you need to. It doesn’t matter how you look. Whether you are attractive or not or how big or small that you are not things that add to or detract from the equation. Have ...
Views: 2836(1 vote) - Signs Your Relationship Is Over - Learn To Read The Signals - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Mika MaddelaHave you noticed that your relationship is starting to lose its luster? Relationships are one of those facets of life that are considered essential. . If you want to know if your relationship is about to end then read on and find out the top signs a relationship is over. Signs a Relationship ...
Views: 1561(1 vote) - Someone May Be Watching You...And It May Be Coming From Your Own House - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Dana McIntyreRemember that old 80’s song with Rockwell and Michael Jackson that said "I always feel like…somebody’s watching me???" Well, if you are one of the millions of people currently going through a divorce, the feeling of someone watching you may ring a little too close for comfort. Many people ...
Views: 2571(4 votes) - Speaking Up: Does The Fear Of Being Harmed Stop Some People From Speaking Up? - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was asked to share their views on something, they might not have a problem speaking out. Also, if another person was to do something that they disagreed with, they could also be happy to speak up. What this can illustrate is that this is someone who doesn’t have any trouble ...
Views: 636(1 vote) - Specifically why Free Adult Online chat rooms For sure are Better As opposed to Relationship Websites - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Jeff KirtleyFree grownup chat rooms have gotten incredibly in style, and might supply a fantastic means for you to socialize w/ those that have the identical pursuits as you. Extra people are logging in to talk rooms quite than courting websites as there is far less pressure. In case you are looking for ...
Views: 1314(1 vote) - Spending Time Together - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Susan BlackburnSo, your partner is complaining that you're not making the relationship a priority. We all want to be closer to our loved one, but beware when your partner asks you to spend MORE time with them. It's true, some couples would really benefit by finding a way to make their relationship more of a ...
Views: 1615(1 vote) - St. Valentine's and the Languages of Love - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Joeel A. RiveraWe all have a past, and some would say we all carry baggage. We are quick to think of ways to get rid of the baggage that we perceive as holding us back. However, what if we have gotten it all wrong? What if we are trying to get rid of our road map for life? It’s like asking a boat captain to ...
Views: 1075(1 vote) - Stop Jealousy In Its Tracks - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Susie and Otto CollinsDo you ever feel like your jealousy takes over? It might seem to you that the stream of jealous thoughts you are having are never-ending and even unstoppable. They can appear to overwhelm and overpower you. As you might already know, you can easily end up saying or doing things that ...
Views: 2362(1 vote) - Stressful Relationships - How to Create Harmony Without Forgiveness - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Cindy L. HerbHow many of you have been so angry that you could not see straight? Perhaps you are upset with another or have stressful relationships. If you would like to create more harmony with others, it is possible. I have a family member who used to get under my skin so badly that I never wanted to ...
Views: 2331(3 votes) - Surviving an Affair - 3 Emergency Steps to Take When You First Discover the Affair - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2011 from Lisa Penn-JamesWhen you first learn about an affair, you feel like a hurricane just passed through your heart. Surviving an affair usually means dealing with awful emotions like grief, anger, frustration and losing most of your self esteem. What you need when you first discover about an affair (right after ...
Views: 1339(2 votes) - Taking Care of Yourself - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2011 from Jo LaplaceI am a woman who historically has not taken care of me because my family has always come first. I did not believe the “well” would ever run dry. I believed I was a super Mom, Wife, Sister, Friend, Neighbor, Cheer Leader, Teacher, Specialist, Taxi Driver and every other person I could divide ...
Views: 1548(2 votes) - Taurus Full Moon ~ Reaching Our Power - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2012 from Kelley RosanoThe Earth is ascending into higher vibration. We are moving from Third to Fourth Dimension Consciousness. Everything that has been held in our personal and collective unconscious, including what has been denied and/or projected will emerge for healing, integration and transmutation. On October ...
Views: 1727(1 vote) - The "Rock Bottom" Myth - Learn How to Raise the Bottom - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Judy HerzanekYeah, when he hits bottom he'll be ready. A user has to hit bottom before he will change. Sooner or later she will hit bottom. Then she'll be ready to get some help. Raise the Bottom. This whole idea of "hitting bottom" is out of date. Some people will wait years-even decades-for their ...
Views: 1522(2 votes) - The "Spousal We" and 6 Other Ways to Leave Your Lover - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2008 from Jonathan HuieYou really want to end your relationship, but you don't have the courage to say so directly. What to do? Here is a tongue-in-cheek list of ways to force your partner to make the break first. 1. Use the "Spousal We": "We need to remember to take out the garbage." ...
Views: 1447(2 votes) - The #1 Secret of Great Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Jonathan HuieBehind all the issues that separate an ordinary relationship from a great one, is one common factor. Behind all the truly helpful advice on improving your life together, there lies one key to a great relationship. Many different kinds of problems can cause a relationship to fall apart. ...
Views: 1616(2 votes) - The 3 Stages of Healing After an Affair - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Andrew HunterWhen you discover your husband had an affair, it can be truly devastating. In an instant you can feel like the foundation of your whole world is pulled out from beneath you. You get a sinking feeling in your stomach and it just all feels so unreal. I’ve been there myself. I know what you’re ...
Views: 1093(1 vote) - The 5 Things Men Really Want from Women - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Kenneth MacLeanWhat do men really want from a woman? Well, it's impossible for one man to speak for all men. But almost all of us want companionship, sex, and love, not necessarily in that order. Of course, many men like cars, and sports, and gadgets, but that's not what this article is about. I'm talking ...
Views: 2826(2 votes) - The 5 Things Men Really Want from Women (Despite What They Say!) - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2009 from Kenneth MacLeanWhat do men really want from a woman? Well, it’s impossible for one man to speak for all men. But almost all of us want companionship, sex, and love, not necessarily in that order. Of course, many men like cars, and sports, and gadgets, but that’s not what this article is about. I’m talking ...
Views: 3471(2 votes) - The Best Place to Meet a Single Military Man or Woman - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from Ema HarperMany people say that military men and women make great partners in life. Their nearness to risk, danger, and unpredictability are said to help give military men a better grasp at reality. Greg Zorraya, author of an article entitled “Cupid’s Arrow Lands in a War Zone,” published in USA Today ...
Views: 3683(1 vote) - The Cement of Strong Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Charles LutzRelationships parallel houses in the way they are built. Daily, we add (or detract) from the foundation of our relationships - at work and at home. Daily, we lay bricks, reinforce walls, put up barriers, and cover open spaces. How much reflection and planning are you investing into the building ...
Views: 901(2 votes) - The Challenge of Communicating - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Albert de GoiasAs human beings, we possess a rather unique capability. We are not just passive creatures living within limited confines, surviving at the very whim of the environment. Rather, we are able to examine the activities which change our world, and through an acquired understanding, influence how ...
Views: 1517(2 votes) - The Date Debate - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Walker TuenerSingle and dating represents the status of most people who are not in a committed relationship. But if you ask most people who fall under that category, they will tell you that not much dating is going on at all. Going on an actual date is now an option, and not the necessity, that it used to ...
Views: 652(1 vote) - The Gift of Appreciation -- Giving Verbal Bouquets - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Janbreathe@aol.com Janbreathe@aol.comI am learning to live in a magical, miraculous, continually growing garden of appreciation. The more I appreciate myself, my life, and the people in my life, the more bloomin' happy I am! The ability to focus on appreciation is something that most of us are not born with, we have to cultivate ...
Views: 1865(1 vote) - The Good, The Bad, and the Beautiful - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Guy RussellEvery day of our lives we are confronted with the good and the bad. Our work, our friendships, commute, relationships, everything has its ups and downs. When in a relationship, whether it is a marriage or boyfriend/girlfriend, we can be flooded with warm feelings that make us secure and feel ...
Views: 1005(3 votes) - The Importance Of Gratitude and How To Use It - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Terry DrakeWhy is gratitude so important when leading a happy and successful life? Simply, if you don't appreciate what is then how are you going to appreciate what is to be! Yes, to be truly happy you need to appreciate everything. Appreciate: - All your abilities (creativity, imagination, work ...
Views: 2556(1 vote) - The Importance of Healthy Relationships - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Ann GattyWhy Are Relationships Important in People’s Lives? It is easy to feel isolated when life is challenging and you are struggling with stressful situations in your life. During times like these, you may want to withdraw from socializing with people and stay by yourself, away from others. You ...
Views: 18673(1 vote) - The Magic Spark of Attraction and How Couples Come To Be - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Allura JoyThe question “How did you meet your life-partner?” is one I love to ask couples – especially if they’ve been together for a long while. Most often they light up when recounting their nostalgic reminiscence of how their companionship came to be. It is interesting to listen to various personal ...
Views: 4948(1 vote) - The Negative Effects of Finances on Relationships - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2015 from Mike HatcherIt is true what they say, money is the root of all evil, but just like guns, it's the people that give these items the power. Finance within a relationship can result in such profound pressure that the initial feelings of love and romance become a far gone memory. The worst part has to be that ...
Views: 1229(1 vote) - The Nine Love Addict Types - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Jim HallLove addicts are known to become hooked and obsessed on another person in relationships. Love addicts tend to share core issues of damaged self esteem, boundaries; symptoms of rescue/care taking and unrealistic relational expectations, and they have in common noxious relational patterns. ...
Views: 5264(1 vote) - The Power of Self-Love - Is Your Anger Running Your Life? - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2013 from Marieme FayeAs I am awakening to the beauty of who I am, the ugly part of me shows up in the form of anger. I mean real anger; the evil witch in me shows up and has no mercy. Well, a few days ago, that evil witch almost cost me the love of my life. I got so upset and angry when John and I were having an ...
Views: 1091(1 vote) - The Psychology of Falling in Love - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Patrick WanisLove is a state that exists within you and someone else triggers that state so that you fall in love. How does that psychological process work? “Can you think of someone in your life who instantly brings a smile to your face or a warm feeling inside of you? “ One such person for me was my ...
Views: 6601(1 vote) - The Purpose of Relationships - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2005 from Balbir ChaggerIt is only when we no longer compulsively need someone that we can have a real relationship with them Anthony Storr Definitions of relationship • the state of being related by kindred, affinity, or other alliance • a state of connectedness between people (especially an emotional ...
Views: 17788(1 vote) - The R’s of Healthy Relationships - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Rebecca JorgensenDid you ever wonder how happy marriages are created? Some people just seem to be in sync with another and really in love. Abigail and Eric are a couple who are obviously happy with each other. Still, at times, in order not to hurt each other feelings, they backed away and didn’t share hurt ...
Views: 2506(1 vote) - The Secret to Creating Great Relationships - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2013 from Michelle MorandHi all, this article began as a response to a question I received from an on line program member as part of our group chat forum and it’s such a common experience for everyone who uses food to cope I thought I’d turn it into an article and share it with all of you out there in our global ...
Views: 1853(1 vote) - The Secret to What Women Really Want - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2010 from Michael FehlauerWhat Women Want was a comedic film released in the year 2000. The film’s main character which is played by Mel Gibson, wakes up one morning with the ability to read women’s minds. With the significant role women play in our society, if it were possible for a man to read a woman’s mind, he could ...
Views: 1292(1 vote) - The Single, Best, Handy, Working Assumption for Drama-Free Relationships - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAs many of you know, we discuss love relationships, psychically and common-sensically, on the famous Radio From Hell show every Friday morning (KXRK 96.3 FM – www.x96.com ). Many people want happy, fulfilling interpersonal connections in their life and continue to struggle over this. So, I want ...
Views: 617(1 vote) - The Symbolism and History of Valentine’s Day - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Dr. Patty Ann TublinMaybe it's true that Valentine's Day was invented by Hallmark, but I don't care. I still love Valentine's Day! Walk into any store and you see pink paper hearts floating from the ceilings or windows. Little cupid angels are pointing their arrows right at your heart and there is an overall ...
Views: 936(1 vote) - The Ten Christian Principles For A Successful Marriage - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Greg BakerI’ve counseled and been the pastor of marriages for years. In all that time, I have come to realize what makes a successful marriage. Any marriage, and I mean any marriage, that follows these ten principles will be successful. Yes, these are Christian principles. Here are the Ten Principles ...
Views: 11986(3 votes) - The Trouble With Compromise - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2013 from Pat LaDouceurHolidays are supposed to be meaningful, relaxing, and connecting, but they’re often stressful. It’s easy to get caught between travel, family obligations, your own wishes, and tricky negotiations with significant others. If you try to do it all and make everyone happy, it can feel like you’re ...
Views: 2182(1 vote) - THE TRUE POWER OF WORDS - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Sadie SheafeCome inside; relax to take a load off and let's talk for a moment. I hope your life is good and fruitful. When words are shared that encourage, empower and construct, they serve to propel an individual to aspire to be the best that they can be. Words that affect us in positive ways impact our ...
Views: 1826(1 vote) - The Withdrawal Syndrome: Why Your Man Pulls Away - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Editha RodriguezIt’s confusing, isn’t it? One moment you think you’ve found your soul mate, the next moment he’s stopped calling. You rack your brain for any clue that would explain his behavior. Nothing. Zero. You got along well, he worshipped the ground you walked on. He was smitten by you as much as you ...
Views: 58205(2 votes) - The Worrier’s Guidelines - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2013 from Tina TessinaThis exercise is especially effective when you can’t sleep or when you experience anxiety attacks. If you worry a lot, or obsessively think about future events and problems when you should be concentrating on other things, follow these simple steps: 1. Write it down. If you’re feeling anxious ...
Views: 2162(3 votes) - There Are Many Similarities Between Oral Surgeons and Dentists - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Wendell DemontThere are many similarities between oral surgeons and dentists, but they are different fields in the world of dentistry. They both attended many years of dental school and perform a lot of the same oral procedures. The tasks that dentists and oral surgeons study and focus on in dental school ...
Views: 807(1 vote) - THERE IS A SPIRITUAL LESSON BEHIND MARITAL STRESS DURING THE HOLIDAY’S - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2012 from Sharice HarrisTHERE IS A SPIRITUAL LESSON BEHIND MARITAL STRESS DURING THE HOLIDAY’S -Every marriage must first be grounded, steeped and honored within a sacred timeless intimate spiritual union and understanding of each soul’s purpose before the two can try to do or be anything else for anyone else ...
Views: 1379(1 vote) - THREE GOOD RELATIONSHIPS TO HAVE - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2014 from William CottringerTHREE GOOD RELATIONSHIPS TO HAVE By Bill Cottringer “We've got this gift of love, but love is like a precious plant. You can't just accept it and leave it in the cupboard or just think it's going to get on by itself. You've got to keep watering it. You've got to really look after it ...
Views: 1405(1 vote) - Tips For Singles On Celebrating The New Year - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2004 from Antoinette (Toni) ColemanIt's coming up soon and you don't have any plans. Many of your friends will be away or out with their significant others. You can't believe it's been a whole year and you are facing another dateless New Years Eve. What can you do? If the above sounds familiar, it may be time for some quiet ...
Views: 1936(1 vote) - Tips To Effectively Communicate In Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Greg BakerINTRODUCTION Communication skills are not necessarily intrinsic to our nature. It is true that some people possess a talent for communication, but everyone can learn to communicate effectively with our without a natural talent to do so. It merely takes knowledge and practice. All of the ...
Views: 2250(2 votes) - To Trust Or Not To Trust: That Is The Question - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Rita LouiseTrust is something that has become harder and harder to find. We don't trust our government, we question our doctors, we worry about the the air we breathe, the water we drink and the foods we eat. We lock our doors at night because we don't trust our neighbors, the people who live down the ...
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