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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- A Failed Marriage – Can It Be Saved? - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Hope AfterdIntroduction: When a couple start to lose respect and understanding of each other, the marriage tends to run into troubled waters, often resulting in divorce. Every individual has different feelings and expectations which may be unique to them. In a marriage such unique feelings and ...
Views: 866(1 vote) - Alimony versus Child Support Payments - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from David KaneWhat is Alimony? Alimony is also often called spousal support. Alimony payments are used to provide the spouse that is making a lower-income with funds to cover expenses that are not provided for through child support or through the division of property. Many factors come into play when ...
Views: 1710(1 vote) - Allowing Yourself to Grieve - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Ligia HoubenBe strong, time heals, move on, are phrases that we may hear when we suffer a loss and may hinder our grieving process. Because grief is the normal expression of a loss, but it is not easily recognized in society, we may internalize some of these messages which could interfere with our healing ...
Views: 3515(1 vote) - Are you Spending Enough Time Together? Relationship Counseling Advice - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2016 from Nicola BeerTime can be a big source of conflict in relationships. When you get married “your time” also becomes “their time” and if you have children then you need to also schedule in “family time” and time for family chores. Many couples I speak to are feeling so busy and stressed by feeling pulled ...
Views: 3972(1 vote) - Beyond the Grief of Divorce - 7 Steps Toward New Beginnings - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2009 from Jonathan HuieIf you have been divorced, you know it hurts - especially if your marriage had lasted many years. Whatever the circumstances of your relationship, and whatever the nature of its ending, there is always grief and regret - perhaps regret over the ending or perhaps regret over not ending the ...
Views: 2079(2 votes) - Breakup Survival - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Deb KluggerSurely divorce or the breakup of a long term relationship is one of the most difficult emotional experiences we have. Recently, I was working with Carrie Ann who had just painfully decided to end her 5 year relationship to Peter. She loved Peter very much. However, she had reached the ...
Views: 1322(3 votes) - Causes And Results Of A Divorce For Couples - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Hope AfterdIntroduction: Divorce! Though it is a common enough word and situation in this day and age, the stigma and unpleasantness attached to a couple who divorce never actually goes away. Why do couples get divorced? There are so many reasons, but one could consider incompatibility as one of the ...
Views: 619(1 vote) - Creating Happiness After Divorce - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2010 from Merlene BishopCREATING HAPPINESS AFTER DIVORCE Divorce is the loss of a relationship, and it's painful. You will go through a grief process that involves denial, sadness, and anger. Depending on your particular circumstances, recovering from the sadness and anger and moving into acceptance can take ...
Views: 3223(2 votes) - Custody of child can be a major issue in Divorce - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2013 from louis jamesIf you are about to get separated, you will have to conclude on the custody of your children. Such decisions will encompass lawful custody, and physical custody. You will furthermore need to arrive up with a schedule of when the progeny will glimpse each parent throughout the school year, in the ...
Views: 677(1 vote) - Dealing With a Broken Heart - Powerful Strategies - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2010 from Chris RobertsIf you are interested in dealing with a broken heart, there are a number of issues you should be aware of. First of all, you should understand that no breakup is fun, and completely getting rid of any trace of pain may be impossible. However, there are some powerful strategies that will help you ...
Views: 1414(2 votes) - Dealing With Divorce - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Pat BurnsDivorce is traumatic. Having been through it personally, I can speak to the fact that even if you are ending a terrible marriage, there is still trauma and grieving. You may not be grieving the reality of your marriage, but rather grieving the death of all your hopes and dreams..what you hoped ...
Views: 2420(2 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: I don't think I want to be in this relationship after all - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2014 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I am currently reading your book, The 10 Smartest Decisions a Woman can Make Before 40 and absolutely loving it. I have been married for a year and four months and we are going through a really tough time right now. I have suggested counseling and my husband ...
Views: 1393(1 vote) - Did I Marry the Wrong Person? Marriage Problems & Marriage Advice - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2016 from Nicola BeerWhen people get to the stage of seeking help for the dissatisfaction or conflict in their marriage, they often wonder “Did I marry the wrong person?” or “Did I marry right or well?” These are common thoughts many share with me that they struggle with. So, how do you know if you have? Is there ...
Views: 1464(1 vote) - Discover 5 Important Steps On Dating Your Ex-Husband - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Richard NelsonDiscover 5 critical things for dating ex-husbands. Dating your ex-husbandarmight be good or it might not. Although you might bring back the prior passion you had, it could also be your biggest error. Dating an ex-husband can be very complex. You should think about the children, custody of them, ...
Views: 1169(1 vote) - Divorce Advice: Getting Divorce Advice From the Right Source - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2004 from Karl AugustineGetting the right type of divorce advice depends on what type of divorce advice you want and what you want to use it for. When looking for advice about divorce, it is smart to clearly define what you are seeking the advice for so you can be sure to look in the right places. Seems simple enough ...
Views: 1859(1 vote) - Divorce and Custody - Love Gone Wrong in the Military - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2009 from Dr. Erica GoodstoneMarriage is a wonderful state. It can bring a sense a fulfillment, belonging, love and intimacy when both people enjoy their life together. Adding children can fully complete the picture. However, so many marriages exist with disharmony, disappointment, distress and tension. The additional ...
Views: 2310(4 votes) - Divorce as a Divide | Mediators vs. Lawyers - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2010 from Drew GerberWe all know divorce can be extremely time--consuming, very expensive, and mentally and physically exhausting. But divorce can also be an amazing source of motivation an initiator for growth and a transition to a place of greater awareness. And sometimes this transition has to be expedited with ...
Views: 1490(3 votes) - Divorce Decision: Things To Consider When Making A Decision About Divorce - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2004 from Karl AugustineWhen making a divorce decision, there are quite a few things that you should consider. Too often people find themselves unable to clearly identify what they need to think about when making a divorce decision which leads to further indecision and frustration. When making a serious divorce ...
Views: 22847(2 votes) - Divorce: Why It's Important Not to Alienate Children From Their Parents - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Rosemary FansherDivorce: Why It's Important Not to Alienate Children from Their Parents by Rosemary Fansher, M.A. aka HighConflictExpert I have been a High Conflict Expert for many years. Sometimes I feel like I have seen and heard it all! One of my jobs as a high conflict expert is being ...
Views: 2043(1 vote) - Don't Stay in a Broken Marriage "For the Children" - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2009 from Jonathan HuieIf you are clear that you are miserable in your relationship, don't procrastinate on getting a divorce "for the sake of the children." While some experts would argue that having one parent move out of the home increases the stress on young children, consider the likelihood that the benefit of ...
Views: 2993(2 votes) - Healing a Broken Heart - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2004 from Kathryn AliceThere is no such thing as a broken heart-only a heart that is learning to love more and better. Realizing that your heart isn't damaged is a relief. But when you're desperately trying to let go of a former mate, and you're in emotional agony, this bit of wisdom is cold comfort. Many say they ...
Views: 35990(7 votes) - Helping Children Through Divorce - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Virginia McCormackWhen you made those vows in the beautiful dress with the man you couldn’t wait to spend the rest of your life with, divorce was the farthest thing from your mind. When he sat with you in labor and then watched in awe as a miracle was placed in your arms, you weren’t thinking about divorce. Now ...
Views: 1090(2 votes) - How Not To Tell Your Children That You're Getting A Divorce - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyDivorce is hard on everyone, particularly on kids. Many parents struggle with their marriages for years before deciding that divorce is the best option for everyone. When this decision is made, it then falls to the parents to let their kids know what be happening. Unfortunately, well-meaning ...
Views: 1718(1 vote) - How to Bypass the Road to Divorce - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Phyllis GoldbergAre you and your partner worried about money in these uncertain times? During any economic crisis, couples have to face tough financial decisions. This can lead to an increase in stress and aggravate problems that already exist in your marriage. As you look back to when you first met, what ...
Views: 1347(4 votes) - How to Choose a Couple Therapist - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Mark KauppWith couples divorcing and splitting up at the highest rate modern time, quality couple therapy is a must. And, finding a qualified couple therapist is essential. Only 14% of therapists in the United States that state they do couple therapy have actually had training in how to do couple therapy. ...
Views: 1706(1 vote) - HOW TO DEAL WITH STRESS AND ANXIETY - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Barbara MillerIt’s time to change those negative thoughts that keep bombarding your mind with fear and anxiety. We all face times of stress in our lives and while normal at times, not dealing with stress can lead to feelings of insecurity, panic attacks, insomnia, poor digestion, heart palpations, and ...
Views: 1526(1 vote) - How to Get Over Your Divorce in One Day - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2004 from Jeanette CastelliDo you know that you can come out of the pain, and suffering from divorce in just one day? When you start taking control of your healing, by setting yourself a process for recovery, you will come out of the immobilizing pain immediately. Complete emotional healing takes a series of steps, ...
Views: 27707(2 votes) - Is Your Marriage A Private Matter? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Radomir SamardzicCertainly not; your wedding wasn't. Let me try and explain, but first let me say what prompted me to write this article. I'll make it short. I recently talked to the parents of a couple who was about to get divorced and they said: "We cannot do anything about it. It's their business and their ...
Views: 1756(3 votes) - Learn how a happy sex life may safe your marriage from divorce - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Hans NeukommA marriage without happy sexual romance is no true love marriage To understand the importance of a truly divine sexuality within a marriage or relationship of love between a man and a woman, you may want to look at one of the main causes for divorce. Often one of the partners has an out of ...
Views: 2327(4 votes) - Learning To Leave - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Susan McNeal VelasquezSome of my most cherished beliefs about who I am are the exact ones that I have had to surrender to allow the winds of transformation entrance into my life. When I married at nineteen, I was crystal clear that I was making a solemn vow “for better or worse/ for richer or poorer/ in sickness ...
Views: 1670(2 votes) - Letting go of a relationship - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2011 from Elsabe SmitWhy is it that we hold on to relationships long past their natural end? Think of a friendship that no longer exists. Do you still remember how your friend insulted or deserted you? You gained new friends, but you still feel that hurt. Remember that supervisor who made your life such ...
Views: 3523(3 votes) - Life After Divorce: Living with Change and Uncertainty - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Shelley Stile“If we can recognize that change and uncertainty are basic principles, we can greet the future and the transformation we are undergoing with the understanding that we do not know enough to be pessimistic.” -- Hazel Henderson (Economist, writer and syndicated columnist) Fear of our future ...
Views: 3093(1 vote) - Life Struggles to Life Dream; it's all about Hard Work - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Carmen DjemalianIt has been seven years since my life changed. Back then I had no clue what that meant. I was in shock. Seven years ago, as my numbness subsided, I could only foresee struggles ahead. I always viewed my life as a collection of situations pushing me to struggle for any chance of achievement. ...
Views: 1305(1 vote) - Loving Authentically - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2013 from Heather Fraser -Whether you are husband and wife, spiritual partners, lovers, soul mates, it doesn’t matter what you call the union, what matters is - do you cherish and adore this person? Is this person what YOU want? Do you have chemistry? Do you feel uplifted when you see them? Do you feel like ...
Views: 1787(1 vote) - Marriage, Divorce, and the Economy: No Excuse for Irresponsible Parenting - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Rosalind SedaccaIs our down-turned economy having an effect on divorce in the United States and other nations around the world? While it’s too early for statistical evidence, reports from marriage counselors and divorce attorneys around the globe are in agreement. They’re finding many couples who were ready to ...
Views: 1841(3 votes) - My Divorce Journal - Pressure to Feel - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Dawn SinnottLast week I was confronted with the question “What are you doing to fix this?” This week I am looking inside to figure out what I had been avoiding for many years. Then - 12/24/2003 “I have had my share of obstacles in our relationship but somehow I always find a way to crawl out of my ...
Views: 1011(1 vote) - My Divorce Journal - Saying “Yes” When I Mean “No” - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2011 from Dawn SinnottLast week I was addressing how I’ve sought approval and affirmation from others. This week I’m addressing when I say “Yes” but want to say “No”. Then – 4/2/2004 “Journal question – Do I say “Yes” when I want to say “No”? What happens to my ability to manage my life when I do this? It ...
Views: 971(1 vote) - My Divorce Journal - Vicious Cycle - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2011 from Dawn SinnottLast week I was pressured to feel my feelings and come to terms with them. This week I’m getting increasingly frustrated with the vicious cycle that had been a part of our marriage for awhile. Then - 1/24/2004 “I am so tired of being the leader. I would love to be partners in the true ...
Views: 979(1 vote) - Pain from a Break-up Resolved with EFT - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2009 from Patzia GonzalezAs part of her ongoing "Life Makeover" psychotherapy process, Mia brought up her severe neck and shoulder pain in a session. I asked several questions regarding the pain, including when it had started. She said ten years ago. I then asked: What had happened ten years ago? Mia's eyes immediately ...
Views: 2463(3 votes) - 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: 2213(1 vote) - Parental Alienation Syndrome - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2005 from Robert EvansParental Alienation Syndrome In 1985 Dr. Richard Gardner (M.D.) coined the phrase "parental alienation syndrome (PAS)". Dr. Gardner defines PAS as "a childhood disorder that arises almost exclusively in the context of child-custody disputes." Primarily it is the child’s campaign of denigration ...
Views: 1954(1 vote) - Part Of The Story - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2011 from Dr. Cal FredenPART OF THE STORY We had been married for ten years and had three little kids. I was busy as a professional person and my wife was an excellent homemaker. A few years prior we had moved from Minnesota to Seattle and we loved it out here. Yet, after ten years of a normal life, with no major ...
Views: 1051(1 vote) - Pitfalls Parents Should Avoid When Telling Kids About Divorce - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Rosalind SedaccaFacing divorce and stymied about how to tell your kids? Wondering how it will affect them? Worried about hurting them with the news? When’s the best time to talk? What to say and not say? What they will say? Not sure just what to confide? Well you’re not alone. There’s no doubt this might ...
Views: 1563(4 votes) - Reasons For Divorce; What Constitutes Viable Reasons For Thinking About Or Wanting A Divorce? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2004 from Karl AugustineAccording to the Center for Disease Control's National Vital Statistics Report of 2002, 50% of first marriages ended in divorce and 60% of remarriages end in divorce. But, the Center for Disease Control also found that 96% of Americans express a personal desire for marriage, and almost ...
Views: 5776(2 votes) - 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: 1609(2 votes) - 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: 2442(4 votes) - Surviving Divorce: What To Think About To Ensure Surviving Divorce - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2004 from Karl AugustineSurviving divorce can be a valid fear if you're contemplating getting a divorce. In order to ensure surviving divorce, you should first understand that your divorce decision shouldn't be taken lightly. Ensuring that you'll be surviving divorce can be comforting and can influence your path as you ...
Views: 10169(1 vote) - Surviving the Pain of Divorce - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Lisa Merlo-BoothThere are many people going through the pain of divorce and breakup in our society today. Some have asked for the breakups, while others were blindsided by it. Most, however, struggle with the fallout of being alone. Below are five tips for getting through the pain of breakup or ...
Views: 1200(1 vote) - Take action now!- Apathy Can Ruin a Troubled Relationship - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from Gery WriterIf you’re in a difficult situation, the instinct is usually to avoid additional conflict and just curl up into a little ball. If that sounds like you- improve your game immediately! Inaction will be the downfall of all things you’ve built. When you sense trouble, you need to act. Rocking the ...
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