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Marriage Therapy: 8 Signs You Should See a Marriage Counselor - Dave Turo-Shields- ***What Is Narcissism? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2013 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. We are often asked, "What is the best definition of Narcissism of which you are aware?" For us, there is a simple answer. It is our strong belief that the Mayo Clinic has posited the best definition and it follows: "Narcissistic personality ...
Views: 1987(39 votes) - ***How Mentoring and Coaching Can Change Your Life: It Changed Mine - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2010 from Dr. Diana Kirschner“Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while and leave footprints on our heart and we are never, ever the same.” ~ Anon This article is penned by my colleague and friend Jim Delpino. Jim is a highly gifted and experienced clinical social worker and marriage and ...
Views: 4351(38 votes) - ***Want to Dramatically Grow Your Relationship Coaching Business? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2010 from Dr. Diana KirschnerThe great news is that I just started a dating and relationship coaching service based on my years of clinical work and supervision. How would you like lots of clients, free ongoing training and supervision plus a healthy fee? And no startup expenses whatsoever! But most important of all, to be ...
Views: 3000(33 votes) - Find a perfect man by Rosemary Price Psychic - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2020 from Pearls of WisdomFind a perfect man by Rosemary Price psychic. Most women long to find a perfect man and those who have a man are unlikely to be able to claim he is perfect. Either he has a fault or the excitement has gone out of the relationship. The perfect man has no faults and never becomes boring. How to ...
Views: 2500(16 votes) - ***The Ultimate Breakup Quiz: 20 Questions to Ask Yourself - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Dr. Diana KirschnerOf course, some relationships are destructive, smothering or empty and they have to go. But these days breaking up and divorce have become so socially acceptable, that many couples who could work things out wind up dissolving their unions. And often there is a big price to pay for this. As a ...
Views: 4681(62 votes) - ***7 Critical Issues To Discuss Before Marriage - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2013 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. While we have learned many lessons about great marriages from the thousands of interviews with successfully married couples around the world, we have concluded that what you do in the early stages of your relationship will go a long way towards ...
Views: 3145(46 votes) - *** Seven Urban Love Legends - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Dr. Diana KirschnerWhen it comes to dating and love relationships there are certain “love facts” that most everyone believes. But, surprisingly, if we look at the actual research about these “love facts” we may find that they are not facts at all. They are fictions, myths. This is key ...
Views: 2371(69 votes) - ***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: 2047(44 votes) - Ask, Act & Allow; using EFT and the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Andy BryceThe same principles apply to all areas of receiving, wheter it is love, money or fulfillment in work or lifestyle. There are many people who say "change your thinking, and change your life" and while that is true, EFT or Emotional Freedom Techniques makes change easier and faster than anything I ...
Views: 2584(11 votes) - ***Why Do Women Go Out With Jerks? - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Paul Dobransky, M.D.Women go out with jerks because of reasons you would not suspect. None of them are logical. None of them are “right” or “fair” in a fair world. It is unfair that sexual attraction and dating are “unfair” once you learn the nature of human instincts between the genders. The reason that they ...
Views: 3615(10 votes) - ***Why is Commitment to Love Difficult? - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2012 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. Falling in love with another human being is easy, but making a commitment to love them forever is “up in the air” for many people. We like the term “up in the air” from the movie title for a whole bunch of reasons, primarily because it aptly ...
Views: 2777(47 votes) - How Often Should I Buy My Boyfriend or Girlfriend a Gift? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Justin HansenA while back I dated a guy for about two years, he was the best "gift giving" guy I've ever met in my life. We lived quite far from each other so there was a lot of traveling involved, but every time we got together he would always go out of his way to make me feel special. He'd plan activities ...
Views: 13202(7 votes) - Money, What Is Your Story? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2013 from Laura YoungMany of our cultural beliefs about money are confusing and conflicted. In addition to cultural pressures, we have familial beliefs, that are unexamined, “hand me downs.” In the book “The Road Less Traveled”, Scott Peck alleges that parents give children a second hand God to worship, a God in ...
Views: 9585(7 votes) - Relationship Attraction Like Never Before With the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from Nanette GeigerPeace of mind, health, happiness, creativity, connection, liberation, and compassion. That's what you have access to when you recall the powerful creator you are. Turn attractive to that which you want by wearing the energy of what you desire AS IF it is already here. Realize and love the ...
Views: 1118(13 votes) - ***Dating and Looking for Love? Why You Should Think of Yourself First - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2011 from Bobbi PalmerDo you know that you are special, that you count big time, and that you deserve to think of yourself first when dating and developing a love relationship? This is such a difficult concept for so many women. Think of myself first? That’s so selfish! I’ve never done that before…ever! I don’t ...
Views: 2467(12 votes) - Astrology for Lovers September 2009 - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Kathi Calahan, Career CoachDuring the month of September lovers everywhere will be paying closer attention to each other. We’ll see a bit of scrutinizing as well as changing what no longer works. The Virgo energy is hard at work now to help you discern the useful from the nonuseful in your love life, so let’s ...
Views: 1799(6 votes) - Setting Boundaries - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Lisa PhillipsHave you ever walked away from a person, event or situation and felt resentful or violated? If some of your experiences are making you uncomfortable, then it may be time to set some boundaries. Setting good boundaries is healthy. It is not rude, bad or wrong. It is not bad or rude or wrong! ...
Views: 2995(6 votes) - ***The Trials and Tribulations of Having Children in a Marriage - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2013 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. One of the many important caveats about marriage is this – children change the dynamics of a marriage. Make no mistake about that. Kids! We love them. We cherish them. They bring joy to our lives. When we have children in a marriage, we ...
Views: 2180(44 votes) - ***Valentine's Day: Make It All about YOU! - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2011 from Bobbi PalmerHave you been dreading it and trying to avoid it? Chances are pretty good – thanks to all the advertising and silliness – that you’re keenly aware Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. I used to call Valentine's Day “Singles Awareness Day.” Now that I'm married I couldn't care less ...
Views: 1752(11 votes) - ***How To Marry The Right Guy - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2013 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. Women often ask, "What is the secret to a happy marriage?" Our immediate answer is always the same, "Marry the right guy!" On the surface this may seem like a flippant answer to such a serious question, but it really isn't. Did you ever wonder ...
Views: 2053(10 votes) - A Path to Release Your Resistance and Understand the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Nanette GeigerIt seems as if the more you try to run away from something, the more that thing becomes pervalent in your life experience. It seems ironic that when we resort to resisting something, it simply comes back at us in different ways, and manifests into our lives even more. Basically, if you're ...
Views: 1718(5 votes) - Do's and Don't's of Positive Conflict - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Darlene LancerIt’s normal to have conflict in relationships. People are different, and their desires and needs will inevitably clash. Resolving disagreements in a healthy way creates understanding and brings couples closer together. The objective should be the betterment of the relationship. This is positive ...
Views: 2492(5 votes) - Five Ways to Deal with an Emotional Hangover - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2011 from Adele McDowellEver have one of those weeks when there is palpable, anger-inciting tension between you and a family member? Or you have had a crushing misunderstanding with one of your dearest friends? Or there is an incident at work that has had you mumbling obscenities under your breath and double-checking ...
Views: 8709(5 votes) - How To Attract Happiness and Contentment In Your Life - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2009 from Joanna VaiouWe all know that most of the people desire to be happy and healthy in body and mind. That is absolutely true. What most of the people do not understand is how to produce happiness in their life instead of letting despair lead them to the garden of misery and depression. Here are some ...
Views: 3037(5 votes) - The 10 Universal Laws of Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Judy WidenerYou may have heard about the Law of Attraction, also known as Karma, one of the universal laws that govern the human experience. Here’s my take on the universal laws that govern relationships. The Master Law: Cause and Effect, or Flash Karma This law poignantly plays out in your ...
Views: 8847(5 votes) - Toxin-free relationships: How to prioritize the people in your life. - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Whole Person Balanced LifeOne of my favorite quotes of all time is "Don't make people a priority who only make you an option". I often repeat this quote to myself and have it posted in several areas of my house, as well as my daily planner. It's something I try to remember on a daily basis. We talk a lot about the ...
Views: 12239(5 votes) - Are you a Toxic Magnet? - by Submitted on May 13, 2013 from Maria MarAre you an unwilling, unconscious magnet for toxic people? If you often find yourself dealing with toxic people or if the effects of toxic encounters affect you more and for a longer time than they affect others, then you may be a Toxic Magnet. Just because you have a couple of toxic ...
Views: 4106(14 votes) - ***C-Level Selling Tip 19 - The Fastest Path to a Relationship and Sale Is Through Your Ears - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2010 from Sam ManferListening is the key to establishing relationships and selling. If you learn what your prospects want, and/or forgot to mention, and/or don’t know about, and what they mean by the words they used to describe what they want, you’ll have a complete description of what it will take to win these ...
Views: 2922(4 votes) - ***Marry The Right Person In The First Place! - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. Did you ever wonder why some people find the perfect person to marry, do so, and enjoy a love affair that lasts a lifetime? On the other hand, some marry a person that is wrong for them now, wrong for them tomorrow, and wrong for them for a ...
Views: 5463(36 votes) - 4 Powerful Secrets to Attract a New Loving Relationship in 30 Days! - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2019 from Michaiel BovenesYou may have tried to find someone special to share your life with only to be disappointed over and over again. Don’t give up on finding your Soul-mate or worse settle for someone who is more of a roommate than anything else. Even though you probably enjoy your own company, (most spiritually ...
Views: 9231(4 votes) - 7 Tips for Singles to Survive the Holidays - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Donna Marie ThompsonAre you dreading the upcoming holidays because you are single? The holidays are right around the corner and you thought you'd have plans by now. Well, many people are going into the holidays single. But being single does not need to mean being alone. Perhaps it's your first time as a ...
Views: 1780(4 votes) - 8 Tips For Improving Your Relationship With In-Laws - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhen you asked your spouse to marry you, or when you said yes to the question, did you fully comprehend what you were saying at the time? You were planning out the rest of your life at the moment and inviting another person to join you in the journey. But did you realize who they’d be ...
Views: 1439(4 votes) - Blame - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Bettina GoodwinBlame is one of the biggest issues that we come up against in our daily life. We seem to have gotten the idea that the world is there to make us happy. And when that doesn’t happen we lay the blame out in the world as well, through other people, places or events that we think are the cause of ...
Views: 1513(4 votes) - Change Your Language, Change Your Relationship: How We Say Things Does Matter - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Sharon RivkinThat old phrase, “sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me” is not really true. Words may not inflict visible bruises like sticks and stones, but they pack a punch nonetheless. They injure our insides, our feelings, and our self-esteem. External bruises are tangible ...
Views: 2860(4 votes) - Christian Relationships: Saying No to Your Boyfriend’s Sexual Advances - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2010 from Angie LewisMost young women “give in” to their boyfriend’s sexual advances because of peer pressure and fear they will leave the relationship if they don’t give in and have sex. This is precisely why young people today should NOT ALLOW their emotions to lead the relationship. Let me ask you this. If you ...
Views: 5043(4 votes) - Dr. Romance Happiness Tip: Give Yourself a Gift - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2012 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: Want to give yourself a holiday gift that will last the rest of your life? Try giving yourself the gift of happiness. Research shows that happiness and satisfaction depend more on the inner person than on external circumstances. The secret to living a happy life is ...
Views: 1764(4 votes) - Five Keys to Avoid Desperate Dating - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Jonathon AslayIn my 10,000+ hours of listening to women who are dating at 40 or older, I hear they want men to fall for them before they take the time to find out if the guy is worthy of their affections. As a Heart Protector of Women let’s explore the dangers of dating desperately rather than with ...
Views: 3390(4 votes) - How To Get Along and Succeed with Aries, Taurus and Gemini - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2010 from Christofer FrenchAstroMagnetism As a student of Astrology since 1975, I have listened to all the party talk about this sign and that sign and what they seem to be like. Of course, most people are talking about their particular Aries, their most beloved buddy - Taurus, or their hated parent - Gemini. When you ...
Views: 6572(4 votes) - How to Survive Dating Men - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2011 from Suzanne WiebeOne of the most common questions asked by women is ‘What do Men Want.’ The most painful question is ‘Why?’ These two questions put together cause heartache and distrust in millions of women. It is easy to start seeing every man as a commitment-phobe, or someone with attachment issues, but this ...
Views: 3528(4 votes) - Mending Our Ways - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2010 from Eugene Yiga“Not to mend one’s ways when one has erred is to err indeed.” – Confucius We all make mistakes. What separates us is how we respond. Either we pull up our sleeves and do what we can to make things right or we throw away something beautiful and potentially lose it forever. Please don’t do the ...
Views: 1899(4 votes) - Relationship Advice That Starts With You - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Shela DeanDo an Amazon search on "self-improvement" or "self-help" and you'll get a long list of books to choose from (including my book Frequent Foreplay Miles, Your Ticket to Total Intimacy). There are books on how to have better communication, better sex, more intimacy, fair fights, more fun, less ...
Views: 1479(4 votes) - Reuniting With Your Beloved Is Never This Easy If You Know Which Emotional Hot Buttons To Push! - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2017 from Katarina PhangHave you had a relationship with a man that has unfortunately always been on the on-and-off track? Wanting him back is a completely normal reaction to a breakup, regardless of whether the feelings come right away, or over time. Here are some proactive tips for turning your ex to be in love with ...
Views: 13719(4 votes) - Secrets for Sensitive People to Find Relationships That Work: Why Emotional Empaths May Stay Lonely or Alone - by Submitted on May 18, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsLoneliness gets to some more than others. But why it hangs on isn’t always apparent when read by traditional medical eyes. In my practice and workshops I’ve been struck by how many sensitive, empathic people who I call “emotional empaths” come to me, lonely, wanting a romantic partner, yet ...
Views: 1941(4 votes) - Six Super Simple Guidelines for Developing Your Communication Skills By Improving Your Ability to Listen - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Peggy FergusonBuilding a solid foundation for the development of good communication skills involves learning how to listen effectively. There are several elements of effective listening. These elements include attention, reflection, ability to tolerate tension, and ability to challenge the assumptions that ...
Views: 3994(4 votes) - The 5 Principles Of C.L.E.A.R. Communication - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2011 from Dwayne KlassenA key "Essential" to Showing Up in one's life is that of communication. How we communicate with others, and perhaps more importantly, with ourselves requires a vital understanding of how powerfully it impacts our lives. Your success in all areas of your life is contingent on your ability to ...
Views: 6907(4 votes) - The Law of Attraction and the Benefits of Your Higher Mind - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Nanette GeigerWhat do I mean by Higher Mind Functioning? The only way you can really categorize something is to place it within a larger framework of ideas. If there's higher mind functioning, what would it mean to be functioning from a lower state? Thoughts from a "lower mind" can often be interpreted ...
Views: 1565(12 votes) - How to Bring Out the Best in Others - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Marta HiattFran’s husband had a habit of tossing his dirty socks into the laundry basket, but frequently missing by a few inches and having them land on the floor, where they would usually stay. It really frustrated Fran when she had to pick up his clothing and place it in the basket, even though she’d ...
Views: 1927(11 votes) - Signs of a Controlling Relationship - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2010 from Michael FehlauerThe following are signs of a controlling relationship: 1. Flattery – Flattery is different than a compliment – A compliment adds to a person. It builds within you a sense of confidence free from any ulterior motives. Flattery on the other hand is insincere and selfish in its motive – which is ...
Views: 3906(7 votes) - ***A Guide to Finding If Mr. Right is Right for Me - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2011 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. How will I know when I find Mr. Right? What if I am making a big mistake? Is he really the ONE, or should I walk away? These are critical questions women must ask themselves when they try to decide whether to move on with a serious relationship ...
Views: 4214(50 votes) - The Secret to a Successful Relationship - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Albert GaroliHuman Relationships can be enlightening and supporting but can also cause drama and trauma. This is also and especially the case of male-female relationships. You can see such a relationship as a special kind of interaction where two different physiologies and two different biological strategies ...
Views: 3089(10 votes) - The Secret to a Successful Relationship - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Albert GaroliHuman Relationships can be enlightening and supporting but can also cause drama and trauma. This is also and especially the case of male-female relationships. You can see such a relationship as a special kind of interaction where two different physiologies and two different biological strategies ...
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