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- Helping a Friend Through Divorce - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraOne of the most painful experiences a father can endure is divorce. Yes, men hurt as much as women, although it is always assumed that women are the only hapless victims. A lot of men going through divorce also feel loneliness, anxiety, disappointment, and depression. There may be feelings of ...
Views: 2878 - *** Don't Become a Divorce Martyr - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2008 from Carolyn EllisDivorce is one of the most emotionally demanding life transitions you'll ever encounter. One big pitfall is getting preoccupied and consumed with making sure everyone else is taken care of first. Some divorcees adopt a martyr role as they navigate the new waters of their life. "Yes, my life is ...
Views: 2877 - *** Law of Attraction: Allow and Receive Your Desires - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2007 from Carolyn EllisSeparation and divorce are two of the biggest roller coaster rides you’ll ever find emotionally. The Law of Attraction can give you some traction so you can regain your footing and see your way forward in your divorce journey. Our thoughts create feelings, which in turn create vibrations ...
Views: 2866(2 votes) - ***How Do I Know I Am Ready for a Divorce? - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2009 from LB WishHow Do I Know I Am Ready for a Divorce? A great question not so easily answered. Research has shown that even happy long-term marriages have rough patches that the couple manages to triumph over, not just survive. Yet, there are truly very bad marriages that often involve behaviors such as ...
Views: 2861 - How A Separation Agreement Affects A Virginia Divorce - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from James GarrettIn Virginia, either party of a marriage is permitted to initiate a divorce based upon fault or no-fault grounds. Fault based divorces are permitted to be initiated immediately provided that the required grounds are existing at the time of filing. Fault based grounds include abuse, desertion, and ...
Views: 2856(1 vote) - How To Deal With A Negative Critical Husband: Moody Negative Husband - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2018 from Maci AspenHow To Deal With A Negative Critical Husband: Moody Negative Husband Last week I heard the following (names changed to protect identity) "Nicola, my husband is chronically complaining and forever in a bad mood. He manages to find something wrong with everything and is constantly feeling hard ...
Views: 2848 - Various Solutions to Stop Divorce - by Submitted on May 06, 2011 from Jessica AndrewsDivorce is something that has rapidly increased in the US, as 50% of all marriages are expected to fail; unfortunately, this number is increasing. Does that imply that you should simply raise the white flag and give up now? No! absolutely not. If you feel your marriage is in danger of divorce, ...
Views: 2830 - ***Procrastination: The Dream Stealer - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2007 from Carolyn EllisProcrastination is a dream stealer. It's insidious and has the potential to snuff out our vitality and diminish how we feel about ourselves. According to the American Heritage Dictionary, to procrastinate means "to put off doing something, especially out of habitual carelessness or laziness". ...
Views: 2808 - Predictors of Long Term Marital Success - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Chris HartwellWith so many marriages ending in divorce, researchers have started investigating what makes some marriages withstand the test of time? Research has shown that couples who divorce seem to have several things in common. It’s important to review the factors that seem to make marriages fail as well ...
Views: 2803 - Mother In Law Acts Like She Is Married To My Husband: My Husband And His Mother Are Too Close - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2018 from Bentley MilesMother In Law Acts Like She Is Married To My Husband: My Husband And His Mother Are Too Close An integral part of a lot of marriages seems to be an irritating, annoying, or cold mother-in-law. I agree that there are some psychotic mothers in law whom you have to stay clear from. However don't ...
Views: 2800 - Dealing with breakups and depression - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from M.Farouk RadwanI have helped thousands of people get over the depression they felt after breakups and while each one of them had a completely different story than the others they all shared one common cause for the suffering they experienced after the breakup which is having false beliefs about both breakups ...
Views: 2795(3 votes) - Loving Yourself Through Your Divorce Journey - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2008 from Carolyn EllisWhen we’re going through a stressful time like a divorce, how do you move forward? These are the moments that define who you are and reveal the important inner workings of your own mind. Sure, it’s easy to feel good about yourself when things are going your way. More important to ...
Views: 2793(1 vote) - How Do I Seduce My Wife: How to Seduce Your Wife and Have Her Initiate Sex More - by Submitted on May 16, 2018 from Weston BrantleyHow Do I Seduce My Wife: How to Seduce Your Wife and Have Her Initiate Sex More The husband who wishes to enjoy sex more often must get clear on the fact that his wife is not interested in any kind of an offer where she loses. A man's wife will almost always reject a seduction attempt if she ...
Views: 2788 - 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: 2778(1 vote) - Why Do Bad Breakups Happen? - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2012 from Jesse MartinBreakups hurt as anyone going through one will attest to. Some people feel sad for a while, change some routines in their lives, reconnect with friends, and bounce back rather swiftly. Others, however, become entrenched in insurmountable sadness and gut wrenching grief. Why is it that some have ...
Views: 2777(1 vote) - My Husband Is Not Intimate With Me Anymore: Lack Of Touch In Marriage - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2018 from Colten ReeseMy Husband Is Not Intimate With Me Anymore: Lack Of Touch In Marriage Do you know why a 90% of couples get divorce? Is your marriage getting boring? It is almost inevitable to prevent Boredom and Fatigue in a marriage, which unfortunately are the causes of most divorces as a result of loss in ...
Views: 2766 - Tips On How To Restore A Relationship - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2010 from Amy AndersonAttaining your goal in the game of love entails a great deal of dedication, energy, and hard work. Because so much effort is necessary, failing this game is undoubtedly upsetting. For this reason you'll find plenty of suggestions and guidance on how to fix your relationship. For a great article, ...
Views: 2763(6 votes) - HOW TO GET OVER YOUR PAST (AND PAST YOUR HURT) By Mort Fertel - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Mort FertelHas your spouse neglected you? Rejected you? Emotionally abused you? Are you struggling to get over the pain of an affair? If you're having marriage problems, the chances are good that you need to put some hurt behind you. It's one of the most common questions I get. "Mort, I want to ...
Views: 2748(3 votes) - A Recipe for The Blended Family - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Lee BlockThis is a recipe that is more common every day. It can be delicious or a complete disaster. The base ingredients are pretty standard, although sometimes there are a few variations. Here is the recipe for a blended family. Children. The children are a key ingredient. They may be primary ...
Views: 2746 - Healing After a Break Up - 7 Helpful Tips To Heal a Broken Heart - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Johnny WayneHealing after a break up can still give you so many questions left unanswered at the back of your mind. Really, when will you realize that you're done grieving? Is it really enough for you? Are you aware with what you are feeling? Will you allow yourself to keep on asking reasons and why's ...
Views: 2745 - Definition: Divorce Counseling - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2007 from Debbie MolisA positive trend becoming noticeable in marriage counseling and therapy is that more couples are going in for counseling before seeking a divorce. However, there are more useless and incompetent marriage counselors and marriage therapists than ever. So it's best to check out and look for the ...
Views: 2744 - The Top 10 Reasons Why Women Divorce - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Cindy .HolbrookAccording to the national Center for Health Statistics, the woman files two-thirds of divorce cases. A more amazing statistic is that when the couple are college-educated, divorces initiated by the wife is a whopping 90-percent! What's more interesting that for the past one-hundred years the ...
Views: 2742 - ***Top Tips For Life After Divorce - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2008 from Carolyn EllisPeople going through divorce often focus on the endings it represents – the ending of a relationship, a dream, a way of life. To thrive after divorce requires you to look at divorce as a beginning – the beginning of a new life, of new possibilities for loving relationship, of a sense ...
Views: 2734 - What To Do To End A Relationship Successfully - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2007 from Hollis PolkWhat to do to end a relationship successfully Sometimes, things really do happen in threes. And my rule is that when something happens three times, I should have a serious look at whatever the issue is. Yesterday, I had three people call me about their divorces. One is just beginning a ...
Views: 2734 - 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: 2733 - 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: 2726 - I Hurt My Wife Emotionally: How to Make Up For Hurting Your Wife - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2018 from Henry JosephI Hurt My Wife Emotionally: How to Make Up For Hurting Your Wife When a marriage goes through a crisis, it can either be the breaking point of the relationship or it can be a vehicle for moving forward as a stronger couple. Everyone makes mistakes within their marriage but some mistakes are ...
Views: 2719 - Divorce Survival Kit - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2007 from William CottringerDIVORCE SURVIVAL KIT By William Cottringer, Ph.D. A pending divorce can be a scary and devastating experience for a married couple. For every divorcing person, the future is nothing but uncertainty, anxiety and confusion. Such an emotional state is not good for focusing on priorities or ...
Views: 2703 - ***Dating After Divorce - Tips To Getting Back Out In The Dating World After Divorce - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Carolyn EllisDating after divorce can be intimidating. For some people, it may be a few decades since you've been out there in the dating scene. As a divorce coach and author, a big concern my clients have is what to do to ensure they have more success in their future relationships. Here are some important ...
Views: 2691 - Why Are Divorce Rates Increasing in the United States? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Cindy .HolbrookThe divorce rate in the United States has increased tremendously over the past 75 years. Analysts have several theories on the reason behind this. The divorce rate is an alarming 45-percent for a first marriage and over 60-percent for a second marriage. Based on my personal experience as well ...
Views: 2688 - ***Marriage Decline - Blame the Legal System - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. Two recent and very powerful studies about the state of marriage in America offer irrefutable proof that marriage in America is in decline. A study by the Pew Charitable Trust, and another entitled the National Marriage Project at the University ...
Views: 2678(17 votes) - My Wife Has A Bad Attitude: How To Deal With A Disrespectful Wife - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2018 from Jennifer SageMy Wife Has A Bad Attitude: How To Deal With A Disrespectful Wife A large number of husbands complain that their wives are nagging and distressing. Some of them find things to do and places to go outside the home in an effort to escape their wives pestering nature. If you feel your wife is a ...
Views: 2672 - Making Your Ex Boyfriend or Ex Girlfriend Jealous To Get Them Back - How It is Done-New Ideas - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Vanessa MooreMaking Your Ex Boyfriend or Ex Girlfriend Jealous To Get Them Back - How It is Done; We have all tried to use jealousy to our advantage throughout our lives, sometimes more successfully than others. If you have any experience with jealousy you will know that it can backfire a lot of the time and ...
Views: 2667(1 vote) - My Husband Says He Is Not Happy and Wants To Leave: Husband Says He Is Happier Without Me - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2017 from Baker JackMy Husband Says He Is Not Happy and Wants To Leave: Husband Says He Is Happier Without Me My husband says he is not happy is something that many wives find themselves saying after they've been married for a time. When you love a man and he confesses to you that he's unhappy it puts you in a ...
Views: 2665 - Different Parenting Styles after Separation - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Carolyn EllisIt’s not uncommon for the difference in parenting styles between parents to become very apparent after separation. Children usually experience some transition time to get acclimated to the unique rhythms of each household. Realizing you have little control over what happens “over there” at ...
Views: 2661(2 votes) - The Seven Stages of Becoming Single Again - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from sarah palmerEnding a long term relationship can be devastating, destructive and depressing but… there is light at the end of the tunnel. Having experienced at first hand a 21 year marriage blast apart with a hurricane force, I know that the effect is, to put it mildly, earth-stopping. If you’ve ever ...
Views: 2655(1 vote) - ***Learning How to Thrive after Divorce - by Divorce. Separation. Gloomy concepts for most people. Sharing the news that "I'm getting a divorce" is the kind of pronouncement that can cause a hush at even the liveliest cocktail party. About 50% of all marriages end in divorce, and one in three Americans are already part of a blended family. ...
Views: 2644 - Cutting Cords To Past Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2013 from Gustavo CastanerOne of the most important things a person can do for their relationship evolution is cutting cords that still bind them to previous relationships and prevent them from completing those relationships in the highest of ways. Most people do not realize that when you have a relationship with someone ...
Views: 2640 - ***Marriage and the Pain of Abuse - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. While we normally write positive stories about successful marriage, a recent interview caused us to alter course, albeit, temporarily. A few weeks ago we interviewed a woman who had recently gotten divorced. Her story was so emotional and ...
Views: 2629(11 votes) - How to Get My Ex Boyfriend To Want Me Back - Find out How With These three Ideas - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from Michael LoisBefore answering your question "how to obtain my ex boyfriend to want me back"? Let me tell you that having a boyfriend is from the priceless gifts in life, a boyfriend whom you can take into account as your secret box. Unfortunately, quite a few couples found themselves struggling in their ...
Views: 2598 - Even the best relationships come to an end! - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Dr. D. Ivan YoungChances are, that relationship you’re ending has been knocking at death’s door for quite some time now or should never have begun to start with. The handwriting has been on the wall but you didn’t have the courage to say that it’s over. Bad advice from your peers, relatives and ...
Views: 2593(2 votes) - How To Get My Wife Back When She Wants A Divorce: Wife Filed For Divorce Will She Change Her Mind - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2017 from Baker JackHow To Get My Wife Back When She Wants A Divorce: Wife Filed For Divorce Will She Change Her Mind Marriage is full of both good times and bad times. No one ever truly knows what they're getting into when they march down the aisle on their wedding day. Obviously, there are going to be ...
Views: 2588 - Going Through a Difficult Divorce? - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Lance ClaeryGoing through a difficult divorce? Disagreeing with your ex about child custody and visitation? Dealing with domestic violence? Ending a domestic partnership? Fighting over child support or spousal support? If you are going through any type of family law litigation, you may feel stressed, ...
Views: 2585(9 votes) - Heal Your Heart in Just 21 Days - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Lisa SteadmanConventional wisdom says it takes just 21 days to establish a new habit. So what if that new habit involves getting over a breakup? Is it possible to exorcise your ex, clear your head, and heal your heart in just 3 weeks? It is when you enroll in a crash course in breakup survival, immerse ...
Views: 2584(3 votes) - How Long to Get Over a Breakup - 8 Factors That can Affect the Recovery Process - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2012 from Ashley KayA common question most people who are recovering from a breakup is “how long to get over a breakup?” They are recovering from the end of their relationship and they are having a hard time coping with it. If you and your ex had a bad breakup and you’re also wondering “how long to get over a ...
Views: 2584 - *** Viewing Divorced Life As An Adventure - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2007 from Carolyn EllisLiving life as a separated or divorced person is like wandering into uncharted territory. Like a traveler in a foreign country, so much of what you will experience is new or unfamiliar. There's the legal process, your changing social network, the emotional roller coaster rides, creating new ...
Views: 2571 - 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: 2568(2 votes) - 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 ...
Views: 2564(1 vote) - Stuck On Your Ex? Reasons & Hints To Help You Move On - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Lori PinkertonOne of the hardest stages in the relationship cycle is moving on. Many of us ask the question, "Why am I still thinking about my ex?" We've all suffered through nights when we couldn't sleep because thoughts about the ex just wouldn't quit. That's normal. Here are 4 reasons why we continue to ...
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