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- 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: 2405 - Why Always Having to Be Right Can Poison Your Relationships - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2008 from Nancy WassonWhen someone feels that he or she always has to be right, you can bet that there’s trouble ahead in the relationship arena. It doesn’t take a fortune teller with a crystal ball to predict the future when a person is determined to win every argument or disagreement at any cost. Always having to ...
Views: 1226 - Why Retaliation Affairs Only Make Things Worse - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2008 from Nancy WassonIt’s not unusual for a partner whose mate has had an affair to have a “get even” or “retaliation affair.” The feelings of betrayal and the emotional pain are so devastating that the partner may want to hurt the mate like he (or she) has been hurt. In some cases, the affair is planned out in ...
Views: 2257 - Ten Ways to Add Sizzle in the Bedroom - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2008 from Nancy WassonHave you ever wondered what it would take to improve the sex life in your relationship? If so, you’re not alone. Too often, couples watch the quality of their bedroom intimacy deteriorate after initially having a satisfying sex life. And equally troubling, they don’t have a clue what to do ...
Views: 6774(1 vote) - How to Cope with a Critical Partner - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2008 from Nancy WassonDo any of these statements describe your feelings? ___ You often feel that your partner criticizes you unfairly. ___ You feel that your partner consistently looks for nit-picking things to criticize. ____You feel that your partner routinely criticizes you for things that have been blown out ...
Views: 1698 - How to Keep Jealousy from Destroying Your Relationship - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2008 from Nancy WassonJealousy has often been called the “green-eyed monster,” and with good reason. The “monster” is fueled by envy and can over time devour the trust and harmony in a relationship. According to B.C. Forbes, “Jealousy…is a mental cancer.” It spreads quickly and can be fatal to a relationship. Once ...
Views: 1478 - Are You Letting the Economy Set the Mood for Your Marriage? - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2008 from Nancy WassonIf you and your spouse are struggling with marriage problems right now, you have an even greater challenge than usual--and that is to stay focused and committed in spite of the current economic crisis and dire predictions. It’s difficult to stay proactive and positive when you’re surrounded by ...
Views: 974 - What Can You Do About Control Issues in Your Relationship? - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2008 from Nancy WassonIt’s so much easier to blame your partner than to look at yourself—and this is especially true when relationship control issues are involved. If you’re the more controlling partner, it’s tempting to blame your passive mate for waiting so long to speak up about her (or his) distress over the ...
Views: 1134 - Improve Your Relationship by Taking Care of Yourself First - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2008 from Nancy WassonIt’s important for you to take care of yourself before you try to fix your relationship. The old saying ‘You can’t give away what you don’t have” applies here. Until you are peaceful and happy, you won’t have a peaceful, happy relationship. If you skip these steps and jump immediately into the ...
Views: 1109 - Ten Secrets To Improved Communication With Your Partner - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2008 from Nancy WassonWhen I asked several hundred people recently to name the biggest challenge in their relationship, the number one complaint was “poor communication with my partner.” And in my many years of helping couples stay connected, I’ve seen that poor communication has been a leading cause for couples to ...
Views: 958 - Is Your Mate’s Passive-Aggressive Behavior Driving You Crazy? - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2008 from Nancy WassonKayla’s husband Jon is an expert at getting out of things he doesn’t want to do. He “forgets” to stop by the store on the way home from work when he doesn’t want to be bothered. If he doesn’t want to help Kayla with the house cleaning, he does such a poor job that she ends up redoing his ...
Views: 2437 - Can A Marital Separation Ever Save A Marriage? - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2008 from Nancy WassonAs an experienced counselor, one of the questions I’m asked frequently is, “Can a marital separation ever save a marriage?” My answer is a qualified “yes.” Sometimes a couple is miserable living together and can’t seem to co-exist without having constant harping and bickering. If they have ...
Views: 1528 - How To Reduce Hurt Feelings When You And Your Partner Disagree - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2008 from Nancy WassonOne of the biggest on-going problems for couples is how to reduce the hurt feelings that can result from arguments and disagreements. The fall-out from a no-holds barred “kill your opponent” verbal altercation can last for decades. I have worked with numerous couples in counseling who have ...
Views: 2796 - Marriage Advice: Eight Steps To Marital Harmony - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2008 from Nancy WassonThe formula for marital harmony and success is not a mysterious secret. It’s actually very straightforward. The “behind the scenes” part is the constant work that’s required to keep the channels of love and communication clear from obstruction. Diligent spouses consistently spend time and ...
Views: 1438 - 10 Danger Signals To Watch For In Your Marriage - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Nancy WassonHealthy marriages require time, attention, energy, and vigilance. It’s not realistic to think that you can have a super marriage without effort on your part. It pays to be observant, to ask questions when you don’t understand something, and to notice changes in behavior, tone of ...
Views: 1640 - Fifteen Ways To Say “I Love You” In 3 Minutes Or Less - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Nancy WassonTo keep romance alive and nurture the intimacy in your relationship, you’ll want to know a number of ways to express your feelings to your partner. There are certainly times when you’ll want to put a significant amount of time and energy into a project that shows your love for your partner in a ...
Views: 1190 - 10 Valentine's Day Tips For Spouses Who Want To Improve Their Marriage - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Nancy WassonThe best and most valuable gifts are often not material ones. While many spouses focus on Valentine’s Day gifts such as jewelry or candy, spouses who are willing to invest the time and energy can give one of the most precious gifts possible—an improved, satisfying marriage. Long after the ...
Views: 988 - Listen to What You’re Really Saying - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2007 from Nancy WassonHave you ever really listened to yourself thoughtfully, and analyzed the deeper meanings and implications of what you were saying? Doing this can be a sobering experience. Recently, after something really positive had happened unexpectedly, I said to my husband Lee, “I don’t believe ...
Views: 1431 - Why Always Having to Be Right Can Poison Your Relationships - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2007 from Nancy WassonWhen someone feels that he or she always has to be right, you can bet that there’s trouble ahead in the relationship arena. It doesn’t take a fortune teller with a crystal ball to predict the future when a person is determined to win every argument or disagreement at any cost. Always having to ...
Views: 16073(1 vote) - Why Retaliation Affairs Only Make Things Worse - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2006 from Nancy WassonIt’s not unusual for a partner whose mate has had an affair to have a “get even” or “retaliation affair.” The feelings of betrayal and the emotional pain are so devastating that the partner may want to hurt the mate like he (or she) has been hurt. In some cases, the affair is planned out in ...
Views: 6139 - How to Cope with a Critical Partner - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2006 from Nancy WassonDo any of these statements describe your feelings? ___ You often feel that your partner criticizes you unfairly. ___ You feel that your partner consistently looks for nit-picking things to criticize. ____You feel that your partner routinely criticizes you for things that have been blown out ...
Views: 14007 - How to Keep Jealousy from Destroying Your Relationship - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2006 from Nancy WassonJealousy has often been called the “green-eyed monster,” and with good reason. The “monster” is fueled by envy and can over time devour the trust and harmony in a relationship. According to B.C. Forbes, “Jealousy…is a mental cancer.” It spreads quickly and can be fatal to a relationship. Once ...
Views: 11319(1 vote) - What Can You Do About Control Issues in Your Relationship? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2006 from Nancy WassonIt’s so much easier to blame your partner than to look at yourself—and this is especially true when relationship control issues are involved. If you’re the more controlling partner, it’s tempting to blame your passive mate for waiting so long to speak up about her (or his) distress over the ...
Views: 13152(1 vote) - Improve Your Relationship By Taking Care of Yourself First - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2005 from Nancy WassonIt’s important for you to take care of yourself before you try to fix your relationship. The old saying ‘You can’t give away what you don’t have” applies here. Until you are peaceful and happy, you won’t have a peaceful, happy relationship. If you skip these steps and jump immediately into the ...
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