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- Fighting Right vs Right Fighting - Strengthen Your Relationship the Right Way - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2011 from Sarah MichaelsIn the foundation of any relationship, learning to respect each other and “fight right” is of paramount importance. One thing that Rori Raye points out in her have the Relationship You Want eBook is that many fights are not about the issue at hand – they are about control. Learning to manage ...
Views: 3494 - What Matters … To YOU? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Heidi CornelissenI forgot a friend’s birthday this month. A friend that I’ve known for over 20 years. I really have no excuse, as it just so happens that 7 birthdays of close friends and family fall in the first week of January. So I’m usually prepared for this week and quite aware of each birthday on each ...
Views: 1166 - How Understanding Relationship Psychology Can Help Diffuse Conflicts - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Andrew HunterUnderstanding the psychological impacts of relationships can be very difficult. After all, both you and your partner are unique people who each have your own different beliefs. When it comes to understanding your partner and really “getting” their psychology, you have to try to understand ...
Views: 903 - Forgiveness is Such Sweet Sorrow - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2011 from Hu DalconzoHurt comes in many forms. Some instances come at us like an arrow from the bow; we see it coming but cannot avoid the hit fast enough. Other forms of hurtfulness build up little by little. Each day another slight, another insult, another rejection. Sometimes we don't even know we are ...
Views: 1050 - Ghosts of the Wheat Harvest - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Dan L. HaysIn the fall of 1990, I was meeting with two other men on a regular basis to explore our dreams and aspirations. Every two weeks, we would gather at a Chinese buffet and talk for several hours about things we’d like to do some day. It was around the time of the Men’s Movement, where men went ...
Views: 1635(2 votes) - Step 4. - Offer Love - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Kristin EcklundIf you’ve come this far, and it’s a long way from where you started, spiritually, then you might as well join me for this step, because it’s a powerful one. It erases the hurt that you held in the first place and will offer you a profound healing in your heart of hearts. You will not be the same ...
Views: 1056(2 votes) - Are you a Peacemaker - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from cedric riceIt’s best to be a Peacemaker The bible says blessed be the peacemakers which is so true. Now the peacemaker may be blessed because he or she attempts to smooth over things which are not right but I believe that they are blessed because of their state of mind. The peacemaker has to be an ...
Views: 1586 - Opening Your Heart to Love in Order to Find the Strength to Forgive - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Thadddeus FergusonJust suppose you could open your heart to love in order to find the strength to forgive. How often have you found yourself experiencing some kind of circumstance in which you find forgiving someone (or maybe even yourself) nearly impossible. In the past you may have thought that holding ...
Views: 1374(2 votes) - THE WISDOM OF WORDS - JUDGMENT - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Lani NichollsPREFACE: My husband was recently hospitalized and upon discharge his doctor ordered a hospital bed to help his breathing when he sleeps. This necessitated moving my office into another area at home to make room for the bed. Having moved everything I began the process of re-organizing my ...
Views: 1096 - Step 3 - Offer Forgiveness! - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2011 from Kristin EcklundYou might think this step is about forgiving the other person. That’s what ego would like you to believe, but it’s not. It’s about forgiving yourself for having had the judgments you just listed in Step 2. You see, the ego would like you to forgive, and you can, but it’s easy for ego to take ...
Views: 1108(1 vote) - Is this your husband? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2011 from Maryanne ComarotoI think I used to be funnier than I am now. I’m not sure if that’s true but it feels true. And I am not exactly sure what happened or when, but it might have something to do with the fact that it’s scarier now to be decidedly anything…out loud. Including satirical blogger, politician ...
Views: 1409 - Immaculée Ilibagiza: A Profile of Irrational Forgiveness - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Steve RiceExtraordinary every-day heroes surround us. Immaculée Ilibagiza is one of mine. Her courage to survive the Rwandan holocaust and her capacity to forgive the ones who massacred her family inspires me. Forgiveness is one of the most difficult decisions that we, as human beings, can be called ...
Views: 1795 - Why Having Passion Will Get Her Back - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Frank RobinsA good amount of passion needs to exist in a relationship in order for it to be successful. Without passion in a relationship, both couples will start to drift apart. When trying to win your girl back, you need to get back the passion that you two once had. Passion is sort of like a magic pill ...
Views: 1204 - 3-Steps To Asking Better Questions by Michael Harris, PhD - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Michael HarrisEveryone knows one of THOSE PEOPLE; someone whose language patterns are so negative that you wonder if anyone can help them out of their “self-imposed messes” that they have created. I get those too, not a lot of them, but occasionally. I have a client that for a while now; I’ve been ...
Views: 1467 - Cheating Partners – How to Decide if You Should Stay or Leave Your Cheating Spouse - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Lisa Penn-JamesChoosing between staying with cheating partners or calling a divorce lawyer – is one of the first dilemmas in the tortured and suffering mind of the betrayed spouse. You don’t know what to do and dozens of different reasons for both directions – flood your head all together. Here you will ...
Views: 2522 - How to Forgive a Spouse for Cheating - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Lisa Penn-JamesYou’ve been betrayed. The person that’s supposed to be your best friend, the one you trusted most, has lied to you, cheated on you and shattered your life as you know it – leaving you angry, shocked, afraid and with no self confidence what so ever. It’s a horrible feeling. The foundation of your ...
Views: 1507(1 vote) - Recognition – this is your mirror - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Kristin EcklundNow, for the sticky part….recognize that all these judgments, all these grievances, are ones that you’ve held against yourself. Gulp. Yes. Remember, this person may have done real things, acted in real ways, and yet you would not have attracted them into your life had you not, on some level, ...
Views: 974 - Relationship Breakups - How To Stay Friends - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2017 from Katarina PhangRelationship breakups don't always mean that the person you're breaking up with needs to be cut completely out of your life. Many people continue to have warm and satisfying friendships with their exes by making sure that their relationship breakups are done without hurting anyone more than ...
Views: 8180(4 votes) - I Need Her Back: Five suggestions to Repair Your Relationship - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Matthew JohnsonEven if you divert your attention to other exciting activities, you still feel the emptiness as the sun sets in the west. You don’t feel it when your hands are quite full in the office, when you’re hanging out with your friends or when you’re watching soccer on TV. But when you’re about to ...
Views: 2659 - Five Notable Differences between National and International Logo Designs - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Beverly HoustonA company responsibility becomes twofold when it is presented on an international platform. It is not only representing its own company but its country as well. Therefore, each and every component of a multinational business should be well planned, well crafted and well designed. These ...
Views: 1585 - Make a list of your grievances - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Kristin EcklundStart by listing the judgments that you hold against the person you have in mind. And be honest, very honest. The more real you are with yourself, the better this will be. It’s best if you can write it out, on a piece of paper, because then you’ll have the physical evidence of all that your ego ...
Views: 1497(1 vote) - How To End a Relationship and Move on To a Healthier Relationship - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Bellaisa FilippisHow you end a relationship matters. In fact it matters so much that it can affect your next relationship in a positive or negative way. So when ending a relationship you need to take that into consideration! There are two common feelings that can occur from a bad end to a relationship. They ...
Views: 995(3 votes) - Help Me Get My Ex Back - I Really Miss Them And I Want Them Back! - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from John OnyekaBreaking up is easier said than done, and you would most likely be astonished with the number of couples that are both brokenhearted over the fact that they have broken up. A lot of people approach me asking, help me get my ex back and make things return to how it use to be again. Even though ...
Views: 1133 - Are You Free to Love? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Christine AryloMany of us say that we want love We spend tons of energy Sometimes even money On trying to find it But then I wonder Are we really open to receiving it Once it shows up on our doorstep Or do we actually shut the door On the very thing we want most Does your heart open wide when ...
Views: 1866(1 vote) - The Awakening Process- Healing and Letting Go of the Past. - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2012 from Adrian BoniardiIn the same way you wouldn't wear your favorite perfume without taking a shower first, you can't really grow into a bigger, wiser, wealthier you (remember that true 'wealth' means much more than just 'money') without understanding, healing and letting go of the old you... and anything else that ...
Views: 2381(2 votes) - Who's Irritating You? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Laurie McAnaughHe's so irritating! She drives me crazy! I cringe when he walks in the room! I can't even listen to her talk! Does this sound like something you hear yourself saying at times? Is there someone in your life that just pushes your buttons? Is there a person in your family, workspace or ...
Views: 1046 - Why is it so Difficult to Apologize - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from cedric riceWhy is it so hard for some of us to say that we are sorry even when we know that our actions were wrong? If you don’t know this, allow me to educate you on a fact of life. We are all human so there is not a person in this world who has never made a mistake. We are all capable of making mistakes ...
Views: 1645 - Spirit Speaks - Forgiveness And Love Part 3 - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Kristin EcklundWhen you hold a grievance against anyone, in effect you hold it against yourself. They become your mirror. When you see them, what you’re really seeing is yourself, and the judgment that you think you have against them, is really one that you have against yourself. Whoa, say what? Yes, ...
Views: 1098(1 vote) - Overcome Evil With Good - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Robert CrutchfieldOvercome evil with good. A nice idea isn’t it? But what does it mean exactly? How do we apply this neat idea to our Christian walk? 1. The phrase comes from the 12th chapter of Paul’s letter to the Romans. It is found in verse 21, “Do not be overcome with evil, but overcome evil with good.” ...
Views: 2097(1 vote) - Getting Over a Breakup - 5 Sayings that Edify the Art of Letting Go - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2011 from Simone BrownGetting over a crumbled relationship is hard, but it must be done so you can go on with your life without feeling sorry. Here are 5 suggestions to get over a breakup and taking your new life as a precious gift. The Japanese were hurriedly crossing the street in Shibuya, Tokyo when Han (Sung ...
Views: 1671(2 votes) - ”You Are Eternal!” Near Death Experiences, Reincarnation and the Honorary Guards - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Hope Bradford“Your existence is eternal. This phase (of your soul) is so important because you learn so much in human form. This is where the individual’s ‘spark’ of existence can expand into bigger, more powerful energies…Many spirit energies are coming in all the time. Soul evolution is linear for some, ...
Views: 2338(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: He wants to call all the shots and refuses to compromise - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: My husband left me this past April. We are in our early twenties and we have been together since we were teenagers. We grew together so well, until he left me. He is Hispanic and very dominating and controlling. He wants to call all the shots and refuses to compromise. I ...
Views: 1250(2 votes) - Advice for Relationship Break-up - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Tara SpringettThe following case-study gives marriage and relationship break-up advice and demonstrates what can be achieved by practicing the simple self-help practice higher-consciousness healing as described in Tara’s book The Five-Minute Miracle. Sally came to see me because she felt depressed and ...
Views: 1425 - Spirit Speaks - Forgiveness and Love Part 2 - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Kristin EcklundWhat does it mean to forgive? First, let’s look at what it means to NOT forgive, that is, to hold onto old regrets, judgments, or lower vibrations of emotions when you think of that person – anger, resentment, frustration, sadness, etc. When you are unable to totally love someone, freely and ...
Views: 1163(1 vote) - Life Beyond Guilt - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Yvonne RacineOne of the biggest blocks to happiness and to clear inner guidance is guilt, which is a kissing cousin of shame. I'm not talking about the naturally occurring sense of being out of alignment with Life which is a wonderful mechanism that when noticed and heeded brings us back on track and is soon ...
Views: 1309 - Spirit Speaks - Forgiveness And Love - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Kristin EcklundIs there someone or something in your life that you know you haven’t forgiven? What I mean is this – are you holding onto judging someone in your current or past or holding onto bad feelings about something that happened to you? Let’s talk about forgiveness. No, this isn’t about forgiving and ...
Views: 1075(1 vote) - Forgive For Your Own Growth - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Judge JSometimes the hardest thing to do is to forgive someone. Other times the hardest thing to do is to forget. Many times the hardest thing is to do is to forgive yourself and forget. The funny thing is that forgiving and forgetting are both really important when it comes to trying to get ...
Views: 1680(1 vote) - My Boyfriend is Not Loyal to Me – Six Means to Take Out Infidelity Issue - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2011 from Simone Brown"My lover is unfaithful to Me ", she believed. Before you give the break up idea and shatter her feelings even more, attempt to recommend these six steps to salvage the affiliation. Your closest colleague who’s sitting right in front of you, broke the news of unexpected betrayal. You could ...
Views: 4446 - The Two Healing Faces Of Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2011 from David OttCan you see the two faces in this picture? To view this Face and the other "Cloud-Layers of Ego" illustration in this article Click the following Link: http://www.peakrecovery.com/two%20faces.pdf If you are young or happy in a new relationship, you will probably see first or easily the ...
Views: 2765(1 vote) - Positive Ways In Getting My Ex Back - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2013 from David BrittoI experienced an emotional breakup with my ex girlfriend. I would have liked to resume the relationship as soon as possible but I had to face the reality that this barely happens. My first instinct after the breakup was to call text and email my past lover. Fortunately , fact sat in and I ...
Views: 6762(1 vote) - How to Get Your Ex Wife Back - 3 Steps to Get Her Back into Your Arms Once Again - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Simone BrownSo you messed up and find yourself losing your marriage. Nonetheless, realize that nearly all of shattered relationships can be repaired if you are prepared to put a real effort into it and here's the first essential three steps. When a marriage ends, not only does it shatter two lives but ...
Views: 1503 - WHY FORGIVE? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Janet Smith WarfieldThere is no need for forgiveness and yet every need for forgiveness. What in the world do I mean by that paradoxical statement? In what sense is there no need for forgiveness? Each of us physical human beings births onto this planet with limited perspectives, limited bodies, physical needs ...
Views: 1324(1 vote) - Simple Proven Steps To Win Your Ex Girlfriend Back - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2013 from David BrittoIf you are really considering trying to get your ex-girlfriend back, then you still have hope. I have put together 5 straightforward steps to be successful. Breaking up might be harrowing but don't stay stuck in this moment. There's a great lesson to be had no matter whose mess up it was. Every ...
Views: 4365 - Forgiveness Begins with Our Self - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Cindy Powers ProsorIf we truly want to live a happier life, we must dig deep and learn to forgive. Forgiveness is the most precious treasure that we can give ourselves and each other. When we are willing to take responsibility for forgiveness, we are guaranteed a life of peace, gratitude, wisdom, expansion and ...
Views: 1601(2 votes) - How Do You Show Neighborly Love? - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionIn a small town lived a young Christian woman named Erin who whole-heartedly followed the Bible's commandment, "You shall love your neighbor as yourself." (Leviticus 19:18, WEB) Whenever her neighbors were in trouble, they could always count on her for support, be it emotional, spiritual, or ...
Views: 2556(2 votes) - Sibling Rivalry: An Older Child’s Confession - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Lorri GiffordMy reign of being an only child ended abruptly at the age of five. Initially I was excited at the thought of a new brother or sister. After all, my twin cousins had each other and an older brother. In my mind, they always had someone to play with. I always had fun when I played with them and the ...
Views: 2414(1 vote) - Forgiveness - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Nataxja CiniAs we go through life we discover that people will hurt us by their behaviours or actions. we are usually hurt the most by those who are the closest to us , who know us the most intimately. We have all been emotionally or physically hurt by someone. We can all recall the sting of a harsh word, ...
Views: 1159(2 votes) - Loving Yourself - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2011 from David SamuelYou cannot make yourself love yourself just as you cannot make you love another person. Loving yourself is a result rather than a cause of a changed personality. When you have rid yourself of qualities that you dislike or are no longer limited by fears and inhibitions, or you just happen to have ...
Views: 1381(2 votes) - 5 Ways to Fix Your Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2013 from Erin HeavenMost of us have struggled in unfulfilling and troubled relationships. We may have tried counseling, couples' therapy, or even the self-help section of our local bookstore! What if I told you there was another way to address relationship issues that often produces dramatic results in your life ...
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