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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- Should I leave my partner? - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Dia ThabetShould I leave my partner? A few days ago, while surfing one of the forums, I came across a question by a woman asking, “Should I leave my boyfriend?” She says that he is “cold” toward her and doesn’t show any feelings toward her. She went on saying that he cares mainly about his work among ...
Views: 1472(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) - Working On Your Relationship Alone - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Geoff FarnsworthAs the saying goes, it takes two to tango. It also takes two to make a couple. It takes two to make a relationship and, it follows, two to work on that relationship. But what happens when one person in a relationship doesn’t want to do the work—especially if that work means going to couples ...
Views: 1307(3 votes) - Checklists For Divorce Mediator - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraAfter endless talks and arguments, you can’t take it anymore. Both of you have decided that divorce is the solution and there’s no other way. You can’t live another minute with each other anymore. So, one of you walks out of the house. So, now is the time to think of your checklists for your ...
Views: 1004(2 votes) - Christian Marriage Revealed - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Michael Fehlauer1. The Christian marriage is revealed in the creation of man– In the second chapter of the Bible we find God’s purpose regarding the marriage union. In Genesis 2:7 we read, “The LORD God formed man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man became ...
Views: 1265(1 vote) - 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: 3156(1 vote) - Marital Counseling: How to Make The Most of the Opportunities of Marriage Counseling - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Peggy FergusonPeople seek marriage counseling because they need help or are in pain. In any given couple, there is usually one who is more interested in counseling than the other. With a list of complaints, each partner usually feels compelled to make his/her case to the counselor about their spouse being ...
Views: 1371(1 vote) - Why People Have Marital Affairs - by Submitted on May 10, 2010 from Peggy FergusonWhy, when most people believe in monogamous marriages, and that affairs are "wrong", are so many couples struggling to recover from infidelity? Most people do not intend to have an affair and most couples never would have believed that it would happen to them. Affairs happen in the marriages of ...
Views: 2419(2 votes) - Is a Rebound Relationship Always a Bad Idea? - by Submitted on May 11, 2010 from Susie and Otto CollinsRebound relationships: We've all seen them and many of us have had them. These are relationships that are entered into a short period of time after one (or both) person has been through a breakup, separation or divorce. A rebound relationship can look like any other love relationship. ...
Views: 5817 - Stop Drinking and Save Your Marriage Now! - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Lyn AbdullahLife takes on a feverish ‘spin’ when alcoholism becomes the root of unwanted behavioral problems in family life and the scenario becomes worst if there are kids in the family. Showing signs of being too dependent on alcohol is the first sign of trouble and if prolonged, and still denied by the ...
Views: 5549(4 votes) - Marriage: The Anticipated Birthday Gift - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2010 from Dawgelene SangsterDo you remember what birthdays were like when you were a child? You anxiously awaited your birthday gifts so you could unwrap them. You didn't really know what to expect sometimes, but the excitement of getting that gift was well worth the wait. Your spouse is like that much anticipated birthday ...
Views: 1443(3 votes) - Why Many Marriages Fail - Expecting Too Much and Not Trying Hard Enough - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from leonard rosmarinIt is not necessary to be a keen observer of the social scene to realize that the marital relationship as we know it is floundering and, in many cases, sinking. The divorce rate is astronomical and shows no sign of slowing down. Intelligent and experienced people rush into matrimony with the ...
Views: 2754(2 votes) - Divorce - Not Me! - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Wendy MacKayWhat Happened? This is likely a question you ask yourself over and over again after divorce. You thought you had a great relationship, the home, the kids, the pets, financial security. Where did it all go wrong? I can't tell you what happened, or where it began going wrong, but I can tell ...
Views: 1052 - Why Should a Family Law Attorney Conduct an Asset Search? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Edward Amaral, Jr., Esq.If used properly and if conducted by a reputable asset search company, asset searches can be used as a valuable tool in divorce. Before you enter into discovery, or accept your adversary’s financial statement, shouldn’t you be certain that all assets are declared? What happens to an attorney who ...
Views: 1039 - 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: 3105(2 votes) - How Divorce Affects Your Children - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2010 from Shelley StileRecently I spoke with a woman whose coaching practice revolves around the issue of children and divorce. She had many useful strategies for dealing with this challenge but what it all seemed to come down to is this: if you love your children more than you might hate, resent or simply dislike ...
Views: 1643(1 vote) - Be the Butterfly - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Meghan GehanOver the past two years, I’ve used various activities to cope with my divorce: yoga, meditation, coffee dates with friends, workshops and the OJC retreat, etc. One simple, yet effective coping mechanism has been inspirational quotes taped to my bathroom mirror. They change periodically depending ...
Views: 1377 - What Happened? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Wendy MacKayWhat Happened? This is likely a question you ask yourself over and over again. You thought you had a great relationship, the home, the kids, the pets, a secure income. Where did it all go wrong? I can't tell you what happened, or where it began going wrong, but I can tell you that you are ...
Views: 1032 - Brains, Trains and the local 5:15 to CooCooville - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2010 from Thomas MichaelsWhen we were separating, one of the comments my soon-to-be ex made to me was “You’ll never find another person like me ever again”. I Thought for a minute, and replied: “If I no longer want to be with YOU, why would I look for someone LIKE you? Duh. When God handed out brains my ex thought He ...
Views: 670(1 vote) - Ways To Stop Divorce - When Your Marriage is Suffering... - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2010 from Jessica AndrewsFamilies really suffer when a divorce looms in their future; for this reason, many individuals are looking for ways to stop a divorce from hurting their family members. No one wants to witness a relationship that they have invested in fall apart, but sometimes even the best intentions aren't ...
Views: 920 - Battling Parents -- Not Divorce -- Most Damages the Children! - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2010 from Rosalind SedaccaIt's a controversy that just won't quit. Is it divorce or parental discord that most damages children? Well, answers are finally coming in! A recent article by marriage and family therapist Ruth Bettelheim has much to say on this topic that is both relevant and, quite surprising for many. ...
Views: 2193(7 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) - 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) - Five Things to Avoid to Win Her Love Back - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2010 from Andrew HunterSoon after finding yourself dumped, it could be harder for many men to win their exes back. They can not endure the hurt that they are dealing with after being so terribly damaged. Some men around simply want their girlfriends back because they really want to confirm it to themselves and to the ...
Views: 4424(4 votes) - Rebound Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2010 from Valerie W. MooreRebound relationships are difficult to fathom. They often occur when one of the partners of a new relationship has recently come out of a long term affair. It takes a long time for one to heal emotionally from a long relationship coming to an end, especially if it has not been on amicable terms. ...
Views: 1520 - Saving a relationship - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2010 from Valerie W. MooreNobody likes to have any relationship break. The thought of bad blood with somebody you love can be difficult to digest. It can be quite awkward especially if you are part of a larger friends’ or family circle. The best way to save a relationship is to keep working at the differences you have. ...
Views: 781 - How to stop a divorce - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2010 from Valerie W. MooreWhen you attend a couple’s 50th wedding anniversary, you tend to look at them with awe. How does a couple live together for that long and look so happy about it. Well the answer is simply this – they may not always have been happy, but they have tried to resolve their problems and make a success ...
Views: 716(1 vote) - Breakup Tips That Minimize the Hurt - Unexpected Outcomes and Spiritual Words - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2010 from Richard PorrWith any breakup, there are plenty of strong emotions and great potential for long lasting harm. But the point of the greatest hurt is also the point of the greatest damage. That's normal. The challenge is to think beyond the pain and supposed consequences of a breakup and give consideration to ...
Views: 2381 - For The Weak At Heart, How To See Things You Do Not See About You And Others - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Dr Char Richards, DD,Msd,CHT,NLP,CLC,DEFor The Weak At Heart The Best Things Are The One Given To Times Of People Seeing What Is Really Important To Them, Such As Our Children, Our Lovers, Family, Friends And Other Loved Ones Because Some People Get Stuck In Spots Where They Think Only One Thing Matters Or They Are Hurt Or ...
Views: 1350(1 vote) - Spring Cleaning - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2010 from Meghan GehanI love spring. Who doesn’t? One of the things I love about spring is that I get to clean out my closets and dressers, deep clean my bathrooms and kitchen… throwing myself into that yearly ritual of getting rid of what doesn’t fit me or my life any longer in order to make room for the possibility ...
Views: 1475(2 votes) - Clues An Ex Wants You Back - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2010 from Amy AndersonA relationship is similar to a amusement park ride. You'll notice downs and ups, round and round, backwards and forwards, and even sideways. Occasionally the ride is dull. In other cases it can be exciting; and in some cases it can be frightening. However, you'll also find instances when the ...
Views: 1225 - Is Your Relationship Failing? - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2010 from Ryan D'eathWhen a relationship begins, it can be positively thrilling! We get so tangled and engrossed with each other and think that it will never end...sometimes however it does... So how do you know if your relationship is going down hill? No. 1: Are you spending less time together? When you ...
Views: 876(2 votes) - A Divorce can also be collaborative! - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Richard FrenchWhen people think of divorce, they often think of high lawyer’s fees and acrimonious court hearings. However, through collaborative law all this can be avoided - the focus is on discussion and understanding as opposed to confrontation and accusation. The calm and dignified communication methods ...
Views: 925(2 votes) - “Should I Get a Divorce?” - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2016 from Sheila AlleyOn the surface this seems like an easy question to answer, do I want to be married or not. In reality it is a question that can haunt a person for years. Sometimes the easiest answers aren’t that easy. Divorce is never easy, and the longer you have been with your partner the harder it can be ...
Views: 1757(3 votes) - You Can Get Your Girlfriend Back! - 5 Crucial Techniques - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2010 from Andrew HunterIt's not startling to learn that more than fifty percent of men involved in breakups want their girlfriends back. Instead of thinking it over and making a comprehensive plan to get their girlfriends back, though, too many men say or do foolish things on the spur of the moment that actually ...
Views: 3145 - 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: 3076(6 votes) - Divorce - Breaking Up or Breaking Free? - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Barbara KellySo often, when I speak with someone who is divorced, the word "failure" comes up. We have been taught by religion, our families, and our culture that divorce is a failure of commitment. The following stories illustrate the transformative power of divorce. Whether you are the person who ...
Views: 1404(2 votes) - Divorce? What to Tell your Spouse Before You Tell the Kids! - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from Rosalind SedaccaEver go on a vacation without making plans in advance? The consequences are usually disastrous. If you fail to plan ahead regarding newspaper and mail delivery, feeding your pets or watering the plants, knowing where your destination is and reserving your accommodations, your vacation is likely ...
Views: 1736(2 votes) - Divorce: Don’t ask Why? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Shelley StileIn life, I have come to accept the fact that there are questions of mine that will never be answered to my satisfaction if at all. I have come to accept the fact that some things in life are beyond my comprehension and I must trust or have faith that certain occurrences are indeed outside the ...
Views: 1420(1 vote) - Tips For Having A Great Post-Divorce Valentine’s Day - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2010 from Laurie GilesWhile Valentine's Day can be the most romantic day of the year for some of us, it can be downright torture for anyone who's single, especially if they are single. Especially newly single. Any woman who has been recently divorced needs to find a way to "turn it around" and make it a day to ...
Views: 1748(1 vote) - My Wife is Abusive and Sexually Frigid - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Ted KallmyerI will try to make this as short as possible but to the point. My wife and I are both Christians. We have been married 16 years. She was a virgin when we married and STILL is today, 16+ years later. Yes, you read that correct, we have never had sex. My wife is also very verbally abusive, ...
Views: 4558(2 votes) - Ten Things to Do in February If You're Single - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2010 from Meghan GehanValentine’s Day. Here it comes again. Last year we ran a list of things you can do if you’re single in February, and got a great response. So this year, we’re updating the list with some new ideas for how to spend this highly commercialized ‘holiday’. Because even though you may not want to ...
Views: 2092(4 votes) - Was Your Divorce a Means to Healing Old Baggage? - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Shelley StileHere’s a fascinating take on divorce that I find more true than not: We choose our spouses, usually subconsciously, as a means to healing old emotional wounds we have been carrying around our entire life. Our divorce then becomes the wakeup call to clean up that mental baggage we have been ...
Views: 1270(2 votes) - A Realistic Approach to Reducing Unhappiness and Preventing Divorce - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2010 from Peggy FergusonWhile many conflicted and combative couples stay together through the holidays to not disappoint the kids or the extended family members, other couples who may have not even been thinking about divorce, begin to feel discouraged, disappointed, and disenchanted after the holidays and decide to ...
Views: 2311 - The Four Basics of Deciding to Stay Married or Get Divorced - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from John KuypersI feel prompted by the Holy Spirit to reach out to both of you. My intention in this note is to summarize the basics of deciding to say married or get divorced – what’s going, what your choices are and where things can go for you. Basic #1. You both appear to have concluded the status quo ...
Views: 1984(1 vote) - Parent/Child Communication – even more vital Post-Divorce - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Rosalind SedaccaIt’s no secret that one of the biggest challenges a parent faces after divorce is staying in good communication with your children. Obviously all parents struggle with communication issues as their children grow, but children who have had their lives dramatically altered by separation or divorce ...
Views: 1612(2 votes) - Are Your Beliefs Setting You Up for Unhappiness? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2010 from Shelley StileEach of us holds core beliefs about life. These belief systems have an incredible impact on our ability to be happy in life because they have a tendency to create expectations that all too often leave us feeling disappointed, resentful or angry. By uncovering these core beliefs, many of them ...
Views: 1052 - "Searching for Dimes" Tip for the Day "Find a Reason to Believe" - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2010 from Patricia ClappThe Boss sings about it. Self help gurus write about it. Setting goals is the ideal way to live your best life and most of my clients get that. However, how do you get to the point where you get that gusto to want to be a goal setting machine? The bottom line is, exactly how do you find ...
Views: 5793(11 votes) - Divorce – how it affects the children - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2010 from Richard FrenchCouples who are about to get divorced should know that their decision could have a negative impact on their child's long-term academic performance. The consequences of parental divorce may lead to higher school drop-out rates among children whose parents are getting a divorce, compared to their ...
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