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The Most Common form of Abuse Experienced by Christian Women in MarriageIs Divorce Harder for Christians than for Everyone Else?What God and the Bible Really Say About Divorce- Secrets of A Single Mom - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from Virginia McCormackThe road from a two parent family to a one parent family can be laced with tears, heartbreak, relief and rage. However single motherhood can be embraced, honored, and celebrated. As a veteran single mother I find strength in looking back at my own journey. Here are a few of my secrets of ...
Views: 1394(2 votes) - How to build healthy relationships? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Dia ThabetHow to build healthy relationships? How do you build healthy relationships with your partner? What should you do to build and maintain happy and healthy relationship and marriage? Everybody wants to have happy relationships and marriages and all couples want to keep improving their ...
Views: 1000(4 votes) - The Magic Of Making UpSubmitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Bernard CuizonAre you wondering how to win your ex girlfriend or boyfriend back? Or perhaps you are asking yourself whether it's possible to win your ex back? Well, a split up does not necessary cause the end of a love. Although no-one can assure that you'll surely get your ex lover back, you can always do ...
Views: 773 - Broken Relationship Grief - How To Beat The Stages Of Break Up Grief Fast - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from JD DeanCoping with broken relationship grief commences with understanding just what each stage is. When you know this it's simply mind boggling how much of a calming influence this tends to have on you and whilst the anguish associated with a separation won't magically go away, knowing what you should ...
Views: 3324 - Divorce for Men – Your Way to Recovery - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Kyle MorrisonSo what does divorce for men really entail? Well for those who haven’t experienced it yet, it can be quite difficult to explain. Those who have however will tell you that it’s one of the most painful, difficult, traumatizing, and confusing experiences you will ever have to deal with in your ...
Views: 1021 - PARENTING AFTER DIVORCE - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Darlene LancerChildren intuitively know that there are problems in a marriage, sometimes despite their parents' best efforts to hide them. They may even believe divorce is a welcome relief from their parents' hot or cold war. However, they do not share their parents' need to separate, but on the contrary, ...
Views: 1805(4 votes) - PARENTING GUIDELINES AFTER DIVORCE - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Darlene Lancer1. Tell your children the truth, with simple explanations. Tell them where the other parent is. 2. Don’t bring up grievances or speaking derogatorily about the other parent to or in front of your children. 3. Don't discuss financial, legal or other disputes with your children. 4. Don’t ...
Views: 1055(3 votes) - Coping with a Debilitating Divorce - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Alvin PoliranA marriage breakup is regarded as one of the toughest problems that anybody can undergo in their lifetime. Quitting a married relationship leads to a a variety of feelings and problems that can threaten to overwhelm and destroy anyone. Dealing with the breakdown of a spousal relationship is much ...
Views: 1635(2 votes) - LOSSES OF DIVORCE: LETTING GO and MOVING ON - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Darlene LancerEven if you wanted the divorce, it entails loss. Aside from the ending of the relationship with your spouse, you may be losing your home, time with your children, in-laws, extended family, and even friends. There are inevitable financial losses, loneliness, a change of lifestyle, imagined ...
Views: 1621(1 vote) - DIVORCE: A TRANSFORMATION PROCESS - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Darlene LancerThe emotional unbonding that can occur during divorce is the cornerstone for transformation and is my focus. The task of emotional separation involves unbonding romantic and dependent aspects of the relationship, and mourning. This is the stage where growth and transformation unfold. It includes ...
Views: 1400(1 vote) - The Stages of Divorce - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Darlene LancerDivorce ranks just above death in severity of stress and is often combined with other stressors, such as marital discord, serious financial problems, a move, single parenting, multiple losses and litigation, all at once. It's a life cycle crisis that presents a crucial period of increased ...
Views: 1140(3 votes) - 6 Divorce Effects on Men You Should Know - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Kyle MorrisonDivorce is probably one of the hardest and most difficult situations anyone has to go through. While it would be somewhat unfair to say that women get the upper hand in terms of surviving divorce because of the numerous resources and documented pieces of advice that they are able to utilize, ...
Views: 17445 - Christian Marriage Counseling Getting God Inspired Guidance - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Jancar TsangChristian marriage counseling is used by many couples striving to follow God's will and seek His guidance when the need for marriage counseling has come. When you marriage is struggling it is important for couples to get good advice from marriage counselors. If you are Christians then it very ...
Views: 672 - Coping Advice for Men – Phases of Divorce and How to Deal with Them - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Kyle Morrison“Life is not a difficult thing” – at least that’s how men want to appear in front of other people. As men, we want to show the world that no matter how difficult complicated, or painful a situation can be, we will always be able to deal with it easily and come out fine in the end. Well, ...
Views: 2348 - Divorce Advice for Men Trying to Survive - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Kyle MorrisonMen have been known to be the stronger half of the species, and while many today will generally argue this fact, it is one that has already been proven time and time again. Whether in physical or emotional aspects, men have been known to show resistance and resilience against breakdowns – but ...
Views: 920 - How To Get Over a breakup - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from Kevin ThompsonSharing an unhealthy relationship ultimately leads to the decision of a break up. People consider parting away a better option than staying together and arguing maximum times. But after they part away they realise that it is very painful to live without your love whenever you remember the ...
Views: 1903 - Cutting Cords of Attachment -- Could That End an Addiction? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Rose RosetreeBrain imaging shows that a failed love relationship can be as hard to release as a cocaine addiction. What wasn't studied for this article in the Journal of Neurophysiology? Cutting cords of attachment. By Rose Rosetree, author of "Cut Cords of Attachment: Heal Yourself and Others with Energy ...
Views: 3120(4 votes) - Guilt Trips and Divorce - How to Handle Religious Issues, Family and Friends - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Dr. D. Ivan YoungHandling intrusive family members, prying friends and nosey parishioners while going through a breakup is never easy. It’s tough enough coming to grips with the fact your relationship is over. Throw in the frustrations, disappointments, stress and anger, plus, dealing with guilt as you ...
Views: 2015 - “My spouse wants a divorce and there's nothing I can do about it...” - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Susie and Otto CollinsLindsay feels as if she's trapped in a nightmare. She was well aware that her marriage to Sam has been rocky over the past year or two, but she always believed that the two of them would eventually work out their problems. She was completely unprepared when Sam came home from work a few ...
Views: 2301(1 vote) - I wanted the Divorce; then why am I falling apart? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Afsaneh NooriI have coached many women, straight and gay, going through separation and divorce. One of the themes I hear from women is about their bafflement about their conflicting emotions once the separation or divorce is final. They say things like, “I couldn’t stand living with him anymore!”, “She was ...
Views: 3002 - How Long Does It Take To Get Over A Break Up? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraYou can’t plan everything, life can be pretty random. And one of the things in life that you can’t prepare is a nasty break up. You should’ve seen the break up coming, but you didn’t because your ex wait for you to get relaxed and get comfortable before he pick the ice pick down between your ...
Views: 3161 - Being Friends With An Ex- Is It Possible? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraA few weeks ago, I had an encounter with the past. At first, I didn’t know what or how to react, because its been months since I haven’t seen my former boyfriend, but as the conversation progresses, it turned out to be a good meeting. That night, I contemplated about the x- factor. During our ...
Views: 851 - 11 Important Rules In Mending Your Broken Heart - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraLife is about making choices. Some choices, like who you marry are big… while others are even bigger. Another choice is how to get over a break up. Some handle it calmly, while others jump into rebounds and some get free reign to whine to their friends. Yes, I believe that part of the breaking ...
Views: 1068 - Do Not Let My Love End Stop My Divorce - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Jancar TsangIf you are going through that terrible time when your love feels like it is coming to an end and you find yourself pleading, "Someone, please stop my divorce!" you are not alone. There are many who have gone through it and saved their marriage, and plenty who did not but found themselves ...
Views: 1502(1 vote) - A Guide for Blended Families (Step Parenting) - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2012 from Dean SunseriA blended family or step parenting can be a very big challenge for everyone involved. The following are some guidelines to make the new family unit function more effectively. 1. Be Patient – A natural family is created slowly, yet a blended family is more abrupt. Allow time for ...
Views: 1378(3 votes) - Broken Heart Love Poems Are A Good Therapy After A Breakup - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Randall PaulA Great Therapy After A Breakup Is To Write Broken Heart Love Poems. If you are really wondering how you heal a broken heart, then an early step in the healing process is writing broken heart love poems. This helps you face the facts right up front instead of avoiding the situation and ...
Views: 3022 - The First Steps To Divorce - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from MW SmithEvery action for divorce starts with the same document: a complaint. The complaint will list certain identifying information about you, your spouse, and, if applicable, your children. One of the items you are required to list is your address. The complaint will also list what type of Divorce you ...
Views: 753(1 vote) - The Fourth of Seven Sins in Obesity – Changing Family Dynamics - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Gail McGonigalWe have now reached the fourth reason that is driving obesity in the western world, which is not entirely due to the individual. I consider that the western culture corporations have designed this pattern, firstly by encouraging everyone to use a car for transportation, instead of their own ...
Views: 1763 - Releasing Anger and Resistance to Embrace Love - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Wendy MacKayIf you are experiencing negative emotions in regards to a specific person that you feel affected your life, I am here to share my story of how I was able to eliminate anger and resentment with my mother, and embrace love and acceptance for myself. You are responsible for your own emotions and ...
Views: 2020 - Pain Is Inevitable - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Richard (Dick) WarnBad things happen. The passing of a parent, the death of a pet, rejection from someone important, the loss of something you truly enjoy, and the list is endless. There is no “pain free” way to live. We build attachments. Attachments come to an end. Yet, as Buddha said, “Pain is inevitable. ...
Views: 1765(1 vote) - HOW TO CREATE THE LIFE YOU WANT YOUR WAY - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2010 from Barbara MillerThe following are excerpts taken from my new book, You Lost Your Marriage Not Your Life. I survived crushing change through divorce and found the strength to create a new life—my way, and so can you! My story begins with returning home from visiting my ill mother to find a near empty house and ...
Views: 940 - Everyone Loses When You Give Up on Your Marriage Without Trying to Acquire the Skills You Need To Keep It - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Peggy FergusonThere is the "should" that says that you should be able to solve your own problems without help. Here is the rationale: "If your relationship has enough tension and strain that help is needed, the relationship is not going to make it anyway, so why waste time and money with counseling?" The ...
Views: 1548 - Eat, Pray, Love Many Gods: Why Elizabeth Gilbert’s book inspired so many to find God off the beaten path - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2010 from Dr. Steve McSwain,It made little sense to me why my wife would hide Eat, Pray, Love in the nightstand beside our bed. So, when I decided to see what all the fuss was about, I reasoned, “No need to buy a copy since there’s a perfectly good one in the nightstand beside our bed.” You’d have thought I just made ...
Views: 1744 - IS MARRIAGE A NATURAL STATE? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieWHAT DO DIVORCE RATES SAY ABOUT MARRIAGE? We have all heard about the high rates of divorce in the West and we have also heard about how people are increasingly shunning marriage in the UK and US, opting instead for living together or singledom. Are soaring divorce rates indicative of an ...
Views: 5113 - Top 4 Tips to Getting Your Ex Back - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2010 from ron cYou want to know how to get your ex back, right? I feel ya. Getting dumped is one of the worst things a guy can go through. Recently I saw a life stress ranking list, and having an intimate relationship end was actually listed as more stressful than serving a jail term. So if you're ...
Views: 1044 - Broward Divorce Lawyer Explains the Housing Market and Divorce - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2010 from Evan H. BaronMore often than not a couple’s most valuable asset is their home. When they become involved in a divorce, the disposition of their home becomes a central issue in the final resolution. In the majority of cases, the home (if titled in joint name) is considered a marital asset and subject to ...
Views: 537 - After the Divorce - Trust after Infidelity - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Maryann CanditoIf you’ve been the victim of marital infidelity and are now working through the divorce; healing infidelity can be a daunting process. As much as you think to yourself, how will I move on? There will come a time when you will be interested in dating again, therefore trust after infidelity is ...
Views: 3328 - How to leave Your Girlfriend without Drama - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Andre ZiziIt is hard breaking for any human to discover that the partner you trusted has actually dumped you. It's heart breaking for you, it's difficult for them, however if you really jump the gun in public place or in front of your neighbours, it’s strips both of you from your own dignity, and quite ...
Views: 6204 - Discover How to Avoid Getting Divorced - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Gerry RestriveraRelationship means a lot of work to make it stronger and last for years. It is sad that divorce is always an option for couples when things are getting complicated in their relationship. Although divorce is a painful reality experienced by most couples, of course, if you know how to avoid ...
Views: 2834(1 vote) - Bring Back the Passion and Save a Failing Relationship - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Gerry RestriveraKeeping a relationship is hard if you do not know how. Even if you are in a relationship, the truth is, you and your partner are still two different people and sometimes there are issues affecting the relationship resulting to confusion and doubts. There are ups and downs in a relationship and ...
Views: 3680 - What To Do Right Now To Keep Your Spouse From Leaving You and To Build A Better Life Together. - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2010 from Peggy FergusonWhat if you were called into your boss's office and told that s/he was thinking about letting you go, that you were not fulfilling your job responsibilities, and that you were holding the company back rather than helping the company grow and prosper? Yes, you might be shocked or stunned. You ...
Views: 2823 - Falling Out of Love - Should We Pack It In? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2010 from Peggy FergusonOften when a couple comes in for couple’s counseling, one of the partners is stating that s/he has fallen out of love with the other partner. Sometimes they both feel that way, but usually it is just one spouse verbalizing this. When you are feeling this way, it is common to question whether ...
Views: 2022 - Making Love Work - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2010 from Dr. D. Ivan YoungManaging conflict is the foundation of a lasting relationship. There were many implications that support the hypothesis that positive affect and de-escalation are predictive of positive outcomes in any relationship, including marriage. To the extent that positive affect and de-escalation ...
Views: 3845(1 vote) - 3 Tips For Dealing With A Broken Heart - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Randall PaulDealing with a broken heart is seriously hard to deal with. I trust that these three tips can help your journey mending broken heart. Breaking up with someone, especially unexpectedly, is very hard to deal with. A broken heart is one of the hardest things for anyone to deal with. It's the ...
Views: 3690 - Your Relationship Breakup: Was It Complete Failure or Just Complete? - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2010 from Noelle NelsonYou’ve tried. You really have. You loved this man, you believed he truly was your “happily-ever-after.” You wanted this to be THE relationship of your life. When things started going downhill, you read all the self-help articles, more books than you can count, went to couples counseling ...
Views: 2617 - To speak ill of your Ex with your child says "I love you, but biologically you're 50% a jerk!" - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Jill DarceySpeaking poorly of your child's other parent is one of the largest issues overlooked by co-parents - and yet it is one of the easiest for you to resolve. The reasons (or should I say excuses) that it is acceptable to slag off about your Ex to your children are numerous and yet the confusion that ...
Views: 2273(5 votes) - Beyond Split & Broken - Complex Instead - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Jill DarceyStatistically, the effects of divorce on our society are difficult to prove although there are figures bandied around. What we do know is that some people go on and have far better lives and some don't. For majority however, we can say divorce carved its mark on our life and we live with it for ...
Views: 1886(6 votes) - Matrimony to Acrimony or Harmony? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Jill DarceyThe choice is yours ... this is how you make it. The importance of the choices you make when your marriage ends through which children were born into this world, becomes more apparent as time continues to march forward. Each step takes us down one of two pathways - acrimony or harmony. Time ...
Views: 1651(4 votes) - But, You Don't Know My Ex! - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Jill DarceyThis is one of the most common comments heard when talking with people about an Ex. Those of us who are parents and inside a Complex Family often have an Ex, and we normally believe it is near impossible to get on with them. Let's face it, it didn't work when we were married or partners, so why ...
Views: 2519(4 votes) - ***Mel Gibson Had His Button’s Pushed - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2010 from Teagin Maddox,Mel Gibson strikes again, and this time, his disgraceful tirades have been caught on tape and released for all to hear. His behavior has generated a domestic violence investigation and some surprising discussions amongst celebrities, some whom are more upset about the tapes being made public on ...
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