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- Some Principles of Keeping Love Alive… - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2012 from Adele TheronI am sometimes really frustrated that the education system today does not prepare us for what it TRULY takes to make a romantic relationship work in the long-term. I wish that I had known some of these principles before I got married. Unfortunately I had to make all the mistakes before I learnt ...
Views: 2930(2 votes) - The Art of Science and Love - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Daniela RoherMany people have been studying and discussing the mysteries, the pains and the joys of love as long as humans learned to communicate with each other. With the discovery or reading and writing, personal experiences, as well as emotional and logical theories about love were left by earlier ...
Views: 1409 - Become Aware of Your Perception of Reality: Don’t Let it Harm Your Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Doron GilINTRODUCTION You and your partner react and behave in your relationship each from your own Perception of Reality – your personal view point of how things “should be”. Your perceptions are affected by many factors you have internalized over the years while growing up. As long as you are NOT ...
Views: 2755 - Putting Others First or showcasing our “Good” deeds? - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Renee Richardson M.Ed.Article Renee L Richardson Putting Others First or showcasing our “Good” deeds? As I sit and reflect on my experiences with sexual relations, I have found that I have performed such more so for my partner than for myself. For instance, I enjoy the concept of having sex but the actual ...
Views: 2707(1 vote) - Men are from Earth and so are Women - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Bob LivingstoneThere has been a lot written about how men and women are fundamentally different (Men are from Mars Women are from Venus as an example). There is not much discussed about how the sexes are similar. While several social movements in America have created more equality between the sexes, societal ...
Views: 2024 - Charisma Tips - Improving Eye Contact - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Andre ThunaCharisma and eye contact go hand in hand. When you have the charming appeal that attracts others you have a higher quality of life, in many areas of your life, both personal and business. Charisma is something that individuals possess naturally and individuals develop, and when you seek to ...
Views: 4076 - Has Foreplay Turned into Boreplay? Five HOT Reasons Why Women (and men!) Need to Read Erotic Romantic Literature! - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2012 from Ande LyonsEver heard of ‘bibliotherapy?’ I’ve been a practitioner for years, but I never heard this fancy word until recently. Bibliotherapy is an academic term used to describe the amazingly beneficial (and very delightful!) mind/body reactions that occur from reading erotic romantic literature. ...
Views: 2377 - McDonalds Sex - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2012 from Kelly ChicasIs your sex life like McDonalds? Filling, but full of empty calories? Satisfying, but nothing special? Let's face it, we all go to McDonalds occasionally, but if you eat nothing but a plain hamburger every day, you probably need to branch out to something more appetizing, like a Double McRib ...
Views: 1503(1 vote) - Qualities to be examine when choosing a friend - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2012 from Kevin ChonyuiSomeone who hardly spends time with you just for the joy of being together but allows obstacle and circumstances to come in between is not a good friend Foe drains you of your energy and enthusiasm for what you are supposed to do. One whose advice has always landed you into trouble ...
Views: 1159 - Forgive a Cheating Wife - How to Move on From the De-Masculation of Infidelity - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from Jacob ElichmannRight now, you don't understand how it's even possible to forgive cheating...Is every man who's ever repaired his marriage after an affair really just jading over their feelings of jealousy and betrayal? Or do you believe that full forgiveness really is possible? That you and your wife can ...
Views: 12954 - 5 Phases to A Committed Relationship - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2012 from Jon TaberGreetings! A committed relationship is where you and your partner explore and discover the strengths, assets and wonders of each other, and agree to love, support and protect each other through good times and bad. It is where you behave as described in many wedding vows: “I, take you, to be ...
Views: 5479(1 vote) - Keep It Personal And Create Stunning Photo Cards - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Shane MartinSending greeting cards to let people know that you’re thinking of them at a special time of the year like Easter is always going to be a fantastic way of letting them know that they’re in your thoughts. More than text messages or e-mails, cards are a tangible symbol of the fact that someone is ...
Views: 1103 - How To Heal Relationship Problems - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Popa WoolseyIf you are searching for ways to improve your love relationship problems. Then here is some relationship advice that you may find helpful. Start discussing with your partner something to do that is out of the routine. Long term relationships often become patterns of the same and ...
Views: 2035(1 vote) - How To Treat Premature Ejaculation Naturally? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2012 from Wisey LimIs premature ejaculation causing you much embarrassment? Have you been trying to find the natural cure to end this misery? Let me share with you 3 simple steps which you could apply immediately. You have found the answer to the question of how to treat premature ejaculation naturally. The 3 ...
Views: 2571 - Stop Sabotaging Your Relationships! Learn How and Develop a Successful Intimacy - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Doron GilIf you desire to have a satisfying intimate relationship but haven’t been successful until now, you can probably “predict”, your chances at success next time around based on your past experiences. In all likelihood, if you have failed until now, there is no reason to believe you will succeed ...
Views: 2351 - The Effort Dynamic - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Sarah RuizWe all strive for equality in our lives. We look for it at work, we demand it in our classrooms and we ask for it in relationships. Gender equality, race equality and opportunity equality for all. The search is always there. The need for it is relentless, and should be. This article examines ...
Views: 1362(1 vote) - A Couples’ Symbiotic Relationship - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Sarah RuizI recently read a powerful book that had a tremendous impact on the way I view how couples relate to each other. “The Five Love Languages”, by Dr. Gary Chapman, carefully illustrates how we express and receive love based on how we ourselves process it. There are five clear languages that ...
Views: 4784 - The Golden Days of Mills and Boon Romances - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from katherine buxtonWhen I was a student in college, I had to frequently use the public library for research purposes (and off course as a meeting place for friends, but let’s keep that as a separate issue shall we?!). I noticed that there was a whole section of the library which was devoted to romantic novels and ...
Views: 1056 - Asking for What You Want - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Tina TessinaIn my counseling office, I see a lot of damage done because people don't know how to ask for what they want, or don't think it's OK. Not asking for what you want means you'll eventually resent somebody, and that leads to a lot of strife. So today, I thought I'd give some hints about how to ask ...
Views: 1794 - Codependent Problems in Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2012 from Darlene LancerEveryone laughs when I tell them that I wrote Codependency for Dummies. But codependency is no laughing matter. It causes serious pain and affects the majority of Americans, both in and out of relationships. I know. I spent decades recovering. There are all types of codependents, including ...
Views: 2755(2 votes) - How to get into a new social group - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2012 from Kevin ChonyuiWe have many types of friendship like the rich class, the poor class, the average, popular class etc. While all these social classes may seem difficult for some people to associate, if you get closer, you will notice one thing about them; there is no different between you and them. You'll be ...
Views: 1205 - I'm Right and You're Wrong: Is Conflict Ruining Your Relationship? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2012 from Cathy HartmanIf you’re like many people, when you think you are right and your partner is wrong - you may not actually say the words, ‘You’re wrong!” - but your gestures and tone of voice may be clear as day. How might you handle this differently? Why would you want to? Have you ever heard the saying, ...
Views: 1108 - Will He Like You Naked? - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2012 from Bobbi PalmerAre you excited about the notion of hopping into bed with your new guy? Slowly undressing…eyes locked…savoring each other’s bodies…lust so intense that you both might explode… …or does the thought of it make you so nervous you want to puke? Let’s face it: if you’re working on attracting ...
Views: 2076(4 votes) - United Kingdom and Custom Wedding Invitations - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Aden MooreIf you want to have an United Kingdom in the near future, so it's important to choose the right wedding card India. If you are interested in the announcement is impressive without breaking the budget. It is important to grasp the right words and above all very good words, and printed with great ...
Views: 825 - Thinking to Have An Event Planner - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Aden MooreThe planning and execution of events is probably similar in analogy to the model of a typical birthday party, provided that the arrangements to be set more efficiently. However, there are intimate details about the management of events that must be observed carefully. Today the term seems to ...
Views: 726 - “I Love you and I Don’t Care What You Do” - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from JoAnne Ceccarelli-EganDoes this sound confusing? How can you love someone and not care about what they do? What does this mean? In AA circles it is called “Detachment with Love”. In Christian circles: “Holy Indifference”, while Buddhism calls it “Non-attachment or Equanimity”. Whatever its name, it is an aloofness ...
Views: 1625 - Do You See the Real Me? Using the Objective Eye - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2012 from Renee Richardson M.Ed.Article: Written by Renee L Richardson Do You See the Real Me? Using the Objective Eye When we become attracted to someone, do we really see them or are we seeing what we perceive? When dealing with perceptions, we must keep in mind that such is based on a variety of processes of which ...
Views: 2323(1 vote) - The Root of Misinterpretation - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2012 from Renee Richardson M.Ed.Article: Written by Renee L Richardson The Root of the Misinterpretation: What we say versus what we think As I sat down pondering the confusing intimate relationships of which I have endured, I was led to the dictionary. I began by looking up the definition of the word change. I chose to ...
Views: 3307(2 votes) - Love detectives on Valentine's Day duty - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2012 from James DongFinding a lifelong partner should not be left to chance. When we are seeking partners, we must believe that several minds are better than one when it comes to formulating strategies to attract your desired partner. Quick dating and matchmaking services are nothing new thanks to Hong Kong's ...
Views: 723 - People Don’t Lose Weight On Diets Of Emotional Deprivation - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2012 from Mitchell MilchWe have finite energy stores to manage our lives. If we spend an inordinate amount of time planning our meals, cooking, eating and sadly, recovering from episodes of over indulgence, we may not have enough energy left for other matters of importance. Over dependence on one form of nurturance ...
Views: 1430 - Your Marriage Can Be Very Successful and Fulfilling, Just Try This! - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Agu JaachynmaMarriage is a union of two adults, the Bible says,for this cause shall a man leave father and mother and cleave unto his wife and both shall become one flesh. Marriage is not a trial and error kind of relationship, it is not what you enter into unprepared for it is commonly said and believed ...
Views: 1092(2 votes) - The power of play - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Martha Tara LeeI have a question to ask you. Amidst the hustle and bustle of your busy work and personal lives, when was the last time you played? Close your eyes and try recalling some of the happiest moments in your life: What might they be? Whether this memory is of you as a child or as an adult, chances ...
Views: 1344 - Sex - a job or a joy? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Martha Tara LeeIs sex a job or a joy to you? Sex means many things to different people, often depending on where they are emotionally, or even the time of their life. For some, it is a chore, a duty, an obligation, simply a way to keep the harmony in a relationship. For others, it may be a way to ensure food ...
Views: 2545 - Masturbation is self-love - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Martha Tara LeeMention the word “Masturbation” and what do you think of? While masturbation means different things to different people, it is one of the most misunderstood subjects in the world, as it is enshrined in mystery and secrecy because of the simple reason we speak so little about it. Masturbation may ...
Views: 6712(1 vote) - Three Lifestyles that will Make Your Marriage Very Satisfying and Rewarding! - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Agu JaachynmaMatrimony is the coming together of two adults to become one flesh, the Bible says, for this cause shall a man leave father and mother and cleave unto his wife and both shall become one flesh. This state of being united to a person of the opposite sex as husband or wife in a consensual and ...
Views: 1088(2 votes) - Have You & Your Partner Lost That Lovin’ Feeling? - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Bonnie Gayle10 simple things to spark that desire and set your love life on fire again! After many years of being in a committed relationship, both people very busy, kids running around, family obligations, and possibly even two careers and a household to manage, it’s not shocking that intimacy would be ...
Views: 1590 - Wedding Jewelry for Memorable Day - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Aden MooreNice attractive wedding jewelry makes bride’s wedding day complete and overall appearance of the bride. On her wedding day, bride wants to look most beautiful and wants everything special and unique from her dress to jewelry. Most importantly wedding jewelry should tone well with wedding attire ...
Views: 1015(1 vote) - Wedding photographer - wediings in the cultures around the world. - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Taylor RowenWith the coming of Spring, many couples turn their thoughts to planning their Summer Wedding. With people now regularly crossing borders and settling in foreign lands, it is no wonder that the modern day wedding ceremony has become a chance for either, or both, the Bride and Groom, to display ...
Views: 710 - Bermuda - Choose an Ideal Wedding Planner to rock the event - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Elbert JohnBermuda is an ideal place for destination wedding because it gives you perfect scenery of beautiful beach with cool breeze & green garden that is ideal for your wedding ceremony. It serves as a wonderful location for your relatives & friends to enjoy even after the marriage. I am sure if you ...
Views: 799 - How to Know She is Your Woman and a Woman You Can Do Right Things With - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Anyaele SamIt is in your best interest to know that men find great enjoyment and pleasure in women. Every man want a woman that brings him great enjoyment, a feeling of happiness, delight or satisfaction. The truth is that every man see better than he can think. No matter how you look at it, every ...
Views: 1333 - Vibrators Are The Surest Way To Your Valentine's Heart - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Jane DoeValentine's Day is the annual affair that sends everyone scrambling to find the one token that represents their love. Most are desperate to make their partners happy on this special day and will try not to leave room for disappointment. If you want to be one of those lucky few, consider ...
Views: 1419 - Foods that naturally increase your libido - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Yvette LaboyAll you see and hear about in the month of February is love, chocolate hearts and cupid shooting you with his arrow. Some people feel a lot of pressure during this month to be at the top of their game when it comes to sex, love and romance. However, at certain times we are just not feeling in ...
Views: 1497 - Sacred Partner Meditation - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Monica Loren CorbettThis is a great meditation to help re-connect with your partner and yourself. Set the Ambiance: Get comfortable. Find a comfortable place to sit with cushions and blankets. Play ambient meditation music. Light candles. Start of Meditation: 1. Come back to back. Begin connecting with ...
Views: 4294 - How & Why Does Self-Awareness Enable You to Succeed with Your Relationships: Two Examples - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Doron GilINTRODUCTION It isn’t easy to change habits. But when it comes to intimate relationships, sticking-on to your habits is a sure way to fail. When you understand your habits, realize the damage they cause to your relationships and make the necessary effort to change them, you increase your ...
Views: 1316 - Five Ways to Put the Sizzle Back in Your Relationship - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Debra FentressLet's face it, keeping the sizzle with your partner can get overshadowed by life in general. And yet, that's what part of what we fell in love with. If you want to rekindle those feelings use these five tips to get that lovin feeling back. 1.) How often do you compliment your partner? Or ...
Views: 2684 - Emergency Contraception - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from marie LucyEmergency contraception (sometimes known as the morning-after pill) may prevent pregnancy if taken within 72 hours of sexual intercourse. In this article: What is emergency contraception? Where to get it Side-effects Advantages & disadvantages When to take ...
Views: 1005 - Why Doesn’t Anybody Ever Talk About This Publically? - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Lee THave you noticed that no one ever talks about this publically? In case you are confused as to what we are talking about, we are referring to sexual health. No one ever wants to mention it. However, what they fail to realize is that sexual health is an important part of your health as well. ...
Views: 768 - Speak Out: How to Ensure Your Needs Are Being Met in a Relationship - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from nancy traversWhen we enter relationships, we do so with the knowledge that we will be providing the person with emotional commodities and that they will be doing the same for us. Every relationship is filled with needs. Each individual will have different needs, and each relationship will provide different ...
Views: 1052 - Gain Confidence to Improve Your Relationship and Rekindle Your Passion - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from nancy traversConfidence is an important factor in our lives. We naturally want to surround ourselves with confident people. We want doctors who are confident in their medical knowledge. We want colleagues who are confident in their ability to complete projects. We want friends who are confident in ...
Views: 824 - Married or Not You Should Read This.. - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from Asyraf AzizWhen I got home that night as my wife served dinner, I held her hand and said, I’ve got something to tell you. She sat down and ate quietly. Again I observed the hurt in her eyes. Suddenly I didn’t know how to open my mouth. But I had to let her know what I was thinking. I want a divorce. I ...
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