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- Relationship Intimacy: Partners Coaching Each Other Towards Intimacy - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2013 from Penny CohenDo you love your partner but don’t feel like you are “in love” anymore?” At the beginning of a relationship there’s usually the lusting romantic stage. Two people are so totally into each other there’s a magnetism and craving to be together. You feel like you know each others’ thoughts and ...
Views: 1033 - "It's Not Fair" How Whining Can Kill Successful Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Marcus Ambrester"Successful Relationship" from the book Pillars of Awesome Relationships "It’s Not Fair!" How to kill a successful relationship. Pillars of Awesome Relationship - Successful Relationshipwww.pillarsofawesomerelationhsips.com We are spiritual beings having a human experience and so often, ...
Views: 2220(2 votes) - How To Get A Man's Attention By Embracing Your Flaws - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2013 from Virginia ClarkI wish you could see the picture of my dog, Buddy, I am holding. When we rescued him he had a mouthful of rotten teeth. The vet had to remove 22 of his teeth. When we brought him home I noticed he looked different. Because of his missing front teeth his tongue now lolls out the side of his mouth ...
Views: 1063(1 vote) - Want Some Real Relationship Advice? Don't Fake It. Ever! - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2013 from Virginia ClarkThere are few exceptions to this rule and at the moment I can’t even think of any! If you’re faking it in any area of your relationship it’s only a matter of time before it comes back and bites you. Once you’ve faked it, you’ve painted yourself into a corner with only two options: staying in ...
Views: 1064(1 vote) - Stop Giving Away Your Power In Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from Virginia ClarkOne reason your relationships tend to fail is that you start out well enough, but then slowly, without realizing it, you start to give away your power. This process is insidious and before you know it, instead of having a healthy give and take, the relationship has lost its balance. When you ...
Views: 4122(1 vote) - Boundaries: The unsung heroes of Awesome Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Marcus Ambrester"Boundaries" from Chaprter 7 of Pillars of Awesome Relationships. “I only have to be willing to get up one more time than him,” Deena said about disciplining her son and constantly enforcing boundaries with him. Her son tested limits and pushed boundaries with her all day, every day. She ...
Views: 1601 - Boundaries: The unsung heroes of Awesome Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Marcus Ambrester"Boundaries" from Chaprter 7 of Pillars of Awesome Relationships. “I only have to be willing to get up one more time than him,” Deena said about disciplining her son and constantly enforcing boundaries with him. Her son tested limits and pushed boundaries with her all day, every day. She ...
Views: 1641 - Relationships: Why Do Some Men Feel Powerless With Women? - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperIt is a human need to feel a sense of power; with the most important power of all said to be based around having a sense of personal power. This is more of an inner power, where one is generally in control of themselves, as opposed to being in control of others. And when it comes to the area ...
Views: 4374 - Dr. Romance: Married, Different Shifts - How to Stay In Touch When You Barely See Each Other - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2013 from Tina TessinaIn this tougher economy, couples are finding it necessary to take the jobs they can get, and that means more couples work different shifts. If one of you works a “graveyard shift” or rotating shift job that limits your time together; the difference in your shifts and commutes may mean you ...
Views: 1662 - Relationships: Why Do Some People Feel Unlovable? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperTo have a relationship where one feels a healthy sense of love from another, is one of the most important elements of having a fulfilling relationship. Love can mean different things to different people, but generally this can include: affection, kindness, support, validation, touch, care and ...
Views: 8787 - Spirituality as a Relationship Path/Relationship as a Spiritual Path - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Marcus Ambrester"Spiritual Relationships" from my book Pillars of Awesome Relationships . . . We are spiritual beings and we never get farther away from our true spiritual nature than when we are triggered in an intimate relationship. Intimate relationships can be the most challenging part of living a ...
Views: 1544 - Relationships: Do We See Others As We Want Them To Be? - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperIt is often said that in the very beginning of a relationship, one doesn’t see the other person for who they are, what they see is their own projections. So here, one will create all kinds of associations in their mind and attach these to the other person. The other person may even posses one ...
Views: 1806 - Relationships: Should Relationships Be Easy? - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThere are all kinds of ideas in the world as to how a relationship should be. These ideas are often shaped by popular culture, from influences such as Disney or Hollywood films. And by taking on board these perspectives, some people can come to expect relationships to be easy and straight ...
Views: 2117 - Relationships: What Are Your Relationships Mirroring Back To You? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperRelationships can be fulfilling or unfulfilling and they also have the potential to create incredible satisfaction or immense frustration. There will be people who one can connect with without too many challenges appearing and others who cause one to question the human race. But regardless of ...
Views: 1686 - Dr. Romance Video: Is there a right way to ask for more sex? - by Submitted on May 27, 2013 from Tina TessinaTo watch the video click here: Dr. Romance's Guidelines for Creating a Sexual Agreement: * Set up a problem-solving session: * Having a time to talk about sex will help you create trust and sexual openness which makes finding solutions much easier. * Begin with reassurance and ...
Views: 2333 - I'm going to make this place your home - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from William Fetter" I'm going to make this place your home" I was just listening to the radio and heard a song by Philip Philips entitled "Home." It reminded me of how important it is to return home whenever we feel overwhelmed with the day-to-day happenings of life. I know it is true in my case that I've ...
Views: 1591(2 votes) - The Link Between Sex and Health - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from Marni BattistaSometimes it’s hard to tell what’s an old wive’s tale and what the truth is when it comes to the link between sex and your health, so Dating with Dignity compiled some TRUTHS for you about S-E-X, your health, vitality and overall mojo. Sex does a body good. Regular sex (safe sex!) can actually ...
Views: 1367 - Don’t You At Times Wish that Your Relationship with Your Partner Will be as Good as the One You Have with Your Friend? - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from Doron GilHave you ever wished that your relationship with your partner will be at a similar level of friendship like the one you have with your closest friend? That with him you would be able to talk about everything in the open, like really two soul-mates? Hellas, this is often not the case. And when ...
Views: 1440 - Overcoming Upset - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Behnam BakhshandehOvercoming Upset How to overcome upset by developing connection to resources for a peaceful and content life This is an excerpt from upcoming book “Anatomy of Upset” by Behnam Bakhshandeh As we all know by now UPSET is big part of our daily living. We are upset a lot and it seems ...
Views: 1804(1 vote) - How to Get Your Ex Back In Your Arms Fast - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Uadiale AmberYou probably never saw it coming, and out of the blue your lover decided to breakup with you. However, you still have feelings for them and want to know how to get your ex back. We all have gone through a breakup in our relationships at certain times in our live, so you are not alone. You feel ...
Views: 1022 - What to Say to Get Your Ex Girlfriend Back In Your Arms Fast - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Uadiale AmberHave you been thoroughly considering what to say to get your ex girlfriend back? The fact is that, getting her back is easier than you think. However, men find it difficult to control their feelings. Women can easily detect the feelings of men from their face. More often than not, men allow ...
Views: 807 - Everybody Needs Somebody Sometimes - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from William FetterDependence This week's message is about relationships in the deepest sense. As a very independent, stubborn, and don't-try-to-control-me type person, it's been hard for me to face up to the many many times I needed to depend on others. Yet when I have, there's been a softening inside, a ...
Views: 1395(3 votes) - Relationships: Why Do Some People Attract People Who Are Unavailable? - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperIn order to have a relationship with someone it is important that they are actually available. And although this can seem like a normal and an obvious thing to expect, it is not always the case for some people. For them, it can seem as though it is impossible to attract someone into their ...
Views: 1736 - What Makes a Person Likeable? - by Submitted on May 10, 2013 from Eduard EzeanuIf you wanna have success in this world, then your ability to make yourself likeable will play an essential role. Find out what makes a person likeable and you will access a very important resource for your personal or professional success. The truth is there are lots of things that can ...
Views: 2087 - Communication: Is Vulnerability An Asset? - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to creating a deeper connection and a lasting impression on others; it is often assumed that sharing ones good points is the best approach to take. To share ones vulnerable side is something that should be avoided at all costs. This means that successes and achievements should ...
Views: 1908 - If You Wish to Succeed Having a Satisfying Intimate Relationship with Another, You First Need to Develop a Relationship with YOURSELF - by Submitted on May 03, 2013 from Doron GilIf you have been trying for quite some time now to develop an intimate relationship but are not successful, in most likelihood you keep trying, keep dating others, hoping and praying that one day, eventually, you will succeed. But would you? Is there truly a reason to believe that if you ...
Views: 1149 - Relationships: Where Does A Woman's Idea Of A Man Come From? - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to the outlook of what men are like, there is clearly not just one idea that a woman can have. And while some have an idea that men are a certain way, others view them in a completely different way. And no matter what this view is, it is one that is going to have massive effect ...
Views: 1715 - "What's With Left & Right Brains?" - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“What’s With Left & Right Brain?” • 1. “I’m confused, professor. Is there a left & right brain dominance? Which is better?” • 2. “The answer is too important to leave it to “educators”, who like things complicated, so they have a job explaining intentionally, abstract ideas. My cousin Albert ...
Views: 1259 - "What's With Left & Right Brains?" - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“What’s With Left & Right Brain?” • 1. “I’m confused, professor. Is there a left & right brain dominance? Which is better?” • 2. “The answer is too important to leave it to “educators”, who like things complicated, so they have a job explaining intentionally, abstract ideas. My cousin Albert ...
Views: 1176 - "What's With Left & Right Brains?" - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“What’s With Left & Right Brain?” • 1. “I’m confused, professor. Is there a left & right brain dominance? Which is better?” • 2. “The answer is too important to leave it to “educators”, who like things complicated, so they have a job explaining intentionally, abstract ideas. My cousin Albert ...
Views: 1224 - Are You a Single Mother In Search for a Partner? Awareness is Vital to Your Success - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2013 from Doron GilIntroduction Single mothers who wish to find a partner with whom to develop a serious and successful relationship need to be aware of their expectations and needs and share these with the prospective partner. If he will do likewise they increase the likelihood of becoming able to develop and ...
Views: 1283(1 vote) - Relationships: What Does A Relationship Mean To You? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThere is no doubting the importance that relationships have in life. They have the power to create incredible happiness, meaning and fulfilment. And they also have the power to create extreme unhappiness, pain and emptiness. For some people, the good that a relationship brings, outweighs the ...
Views: 1752(3 votes) - Reflecting on Your Intimate Relationship & Your On-going Issues with Your Partner Can Help & Improve Your Bond - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Doron GilSometimes, as you wonder about your relationship with your partner, you might wonder how it goes with others’ relationships: Are your issues similar to theirs? How do others combat, struggle with and solve their problems? How happy others are? How often do they make love – and whether whatever ...
Views: 1052(1 vote) - Relationships: Are Boundaries Important In Intimate Relationships? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperA big part of being intimate involves being able to share ones reality with another person. Here, one will share what they are feeling, thinking and sensing. And while this may sound clear enough to understand, it is not always the easiest thing to do in a relationship. One of the primary ...
Views: 1821(1 vote) - When You Fail Having a Satisfying Relationship – Denying or Acknowledging it Determines Your Future Success - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2013 from Doron GilThere are those who, in order to feel happy in their relationship, deny and reject all “negative feelings” which have to do with what they don’t like about their bond. But the only way to “be there” in the relationship, to experience it, enjoy it and grow with it (and with your partner) is to ...
Views: 1145(1 vote) - Relationships: Why Do Some People Try To Rescue Others? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough relationships are often seen as two people sharing who they are with the other each and with both of them being on the same level; this doesn’t always take place. And when this doesn’t happen, one of the reasons can be due to one person trying to rescue the other. Now, in order for ...
Views: 6241(1 vote) - Everything You Want to Know about Penis Size but are Afraid to Ask-- The Folly of Modern Stereotypes - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Zen-Jay ChuangA curious episode happened in the small city-state of Singapore in the fall of 1967. More than 400 panic-stricken men rushed to the hospitals there, fearing losing their penises. According to Dr. Scott Mendelson, author of the book The Great Singapore Penis Panic: “Each feared that if his ...
Views: 2906 - Having a Partner & Being in an Intimate Relationship: Does it Bring More Happiness? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Doron GilIs there a correlation between having a partner and being happy? Some believe that the “trick” to being happy is to have a relationship, as if it will solve all problems: depression, sadness, low self-esteem and so on. Having a relationship – so they believe – will make them satisfied and ...
Views: 1448 - Intimacy: What Does Intimacy Mean To You? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there can be general meanings to words, there can also be personal meanings to words and intimacy is no different in this respect. Intimacy is generally described as what occurs when one person is close to another. And although one can be close to friend's, family or colleagues for ...
Views: 2290(2 votes) - Relationships: Why Do Some People Sabotage Healthy Relationships? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperTo have a relationship that is healthy and functional is something that most people want in this world. Now, for some people this is reality and for others; this is often nothing more than a good idea and something that eludes them. And while there are people who have fulfilling relationships ...
Views: 2747 - What Are The Ten Signs To Tell If Your Relationship Is Failing - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2013 from Rhonda RabowMany clients come to me telling me I am the last resort for saving their relationship. Talk about pressure! They say they feel angry and resentful. Some say they have given up hope or feel numb to their partner. They tell me that I am their last hope before contacting the lawyers. ...
Views: 1250 - Use This Method to Get Him Back Fast - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Uadiale AmberWant to get him back fast? The secret to getting him back fast involves a number of things on your part. The tips below assume that you and your boyfriend are experiencing a minor break up - as in, you two are still on speaking terms. If this is not the case, continue to read on because I do ...
Views: 869 - How to Get a Girl Back - Real Tips That Work - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Uadiale AmberSuffering a break up with one's girlfriend can send you into despondency. You may struggle with continuing your daily life. However, if you want to regain this relationship, knowing how to get a girl back can determine whether or not you has a place in her future. The first thing that you ...
Views: 906 - Love Lives Within The Truth of Your Heart - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2013 from Moreen DuFermontLove Lives Within The Truth of Your Heart The sacred energy in the world amongst us all is love. It is what keeps the spirit alive. Love has an immeasurable power to connect us no matter where we may be. It is a gentle heart to heart, soul to soul nudging. For it is only your heart that ...
Views: 1217 - Is Your Heart Closed Or Simply Preoccupied. Emotional Opening Is In Being Present. It’s All In The Hug - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2013 from David SamuelIs the difference between being open and closed emotionally simply being focused or preoccupied? Maybe we are just too preoccupied with the stresses and problems of life to be able to relax our mind enough and that is partially what prevents our ability to feel and connect. Feeling your heart ...
Views: 1889 - Relationships: Why Do Some People Play Games In Relationships? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhile it is often the intention to have a relationship that is free from games and all the drama that they can create; this does not always mean that one will avoid them altogether. And as a result of this, one may come to the conclusion that they have absolutely no control as to whether their ...
Views: 2334 - How to heat things up in the bedroom ladies!!!!! - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from Priscilla BlancoKeep it monogamous with these ideas. Have you gotten to the point where you want to spice things up in the bedroom? Well the key is to become submissive. Have you been together for a long time and don’t know what else to try? Well I have a few ideas that may work based on experience. These new ...
Views: 3929 - Three Reasons to Send Your Love a Sweet Text Message - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Ron VannHow to show your boyfriend that you care about him? How to make your girlfriend feel loved? Try sending your loved one a short love message or love poem telling him or her ‘I love you’. It’s personal and immediate, whether via SMS or via more recent messaging services like Whatsapp. There are at ...
Views: 2086(3 votes) - 7 Keys to Self-Love and Positive Inner Calm - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Solvita BennettDear Friend, … We are generally conditioned through our life experiences that we must deserve love, not only from others, but also from ourselves. This influence comes from our very early childhood. We can all remember the situations in our childhood, when we as little children were punished ...
Views: 1574(1 vote) - Can Your Dreams about a Wonderful Intimate Relationship Materialize? - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2013 from Doron GilIt is wonderful to dream and fantasize about a wonderful relationship with a wonderful person. Who wouldn’t want to be involved with a great intimacy? But often, when you meet someone, even if at the beginning of the relationship you believe you have indeed seen your dream come true, slowly but ...
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