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- Executive Marriage Coach – I Thought My Marriage Was OK - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Tom King“I thought my marriage was OK”. This was the lament of a young man who came in with his wife to see me for coaching. A couple of months ago his wife informed him that she has been unhappy in their marriage for about five years and now is thinking about leaving. How could they have such ...
Views: 1106 - Relationships: Can Childhood Trauma Stop Someone From Being Able To Move on After A Breakup? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough there are some people who can generally move on after a relationship has come to an end, there are others who find it incredibly difficult to do so. Nonetheless, when one can carry on with their life, it doesn’t mean that they won’t experience pain. Manageable What it is likely ...
Views: 1105 - Sexual Complexity Calls for new Therapy - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2014 from Freja NjordenEvolving Relationships and Sexuality Calls for a new kind of Therapist Sex is simple, except it's not. As our society becomes increasingly exposed to sex, increasingly educated and connected, and more aware of sexual potential, a gap in the area of education and teaching has become glaringly ...
Views: 1105 - The Difference Between Not Caring and Not Being Concerned - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2013 from David SamuelNot caring is an empty, dead feeling. Not being concerned is a very alive vibrant feeling that can come by keeping the awareness in the chest with no other thought, fully present. One is full and the other is empty. For this to be a full feeling, training and practice of repeating a word ...
Views: 1105 - When Do You Know If He's Right? Relationship Advice - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2013 from Uadiale AmberHow many dates does it take to make a decision about whether or not you want to pursue a relationship? I've always been curious about this aspect of dating, because very few women have comparable experiences. With some dates, the knowledge is immediate and instinctual. With other dates, ...
Views: 1103 - Communicating with Men in Your Relationships - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Amy RosenthalyMaking a male to be open and exhibit just what they are wondering or experiencing can be challenging. Guys do not generally reveal themselves as much as ladies do, which may be distressing in a relationship wherein individuals are meant to connect with one another. With regards to having your ...
Views: 1102(1 vote) - Love's Perfect Questions - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Lex SisneyHave you ever noticed how the work week tends to build up a dust of separation and isolation between you and significant other? You’re doing your thing. Your partner is doing his/her thing. You’re both busy, doing your best to juggle the demands of work, home, family, kids, money, carpools, ...
Views: 1102(1 vote) - This is the Most Common Statement I Hear About Sex - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2019 from Sheryl PaulI hear a lot about sex in my work with clients. I hear about their fantasies, their shame, and their shame about their fantasies. I hear about their arousal confusion, their sex anxiety, and their struggle with desire. I hear about the common arc of sexuality in long-term relationships: the high ...
Views: 1102 - Are You Ready for Love? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2011 from Dr. Rick SchaeferIf you attract a lover right now, they will be just as screwed up as you are right now! People all seem to have a common question about relationships: “I want a lover who loves me completely, who supports me in my dreams and goals, who gives me moral support and boosts me up when I'm ...
Views: 1101 - 136. Thoughts about Being Able to Develop a Healthy and Satisfying Intimate Relationship - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Doron GilMany who are not happy with their relationships. They would have loved to make a change for the better, but they are afraid. At times they themselves don’t know what they are afraid of, still they hesitate to take steps leading to a change. They stay stuck in their unsatisfying relationship, ...
Views: 1100 - Sex Equals Sleep? - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMost men snooze after sex, but do women? Personally, I become energized in a relaxed, relieved, happy, “let’s go get some things accomplished now” kind of a way. I recently heard about a study on The Today Show where men and women respond differently to partnering, mating, and being ...
Views: 1100(2 votes) - Give Up the “Wish-List” and instead Embody the Soul-Connection You Long For…then Set an Intention - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Julie-Anne ShapiroMany of us are carrying around a "wish-list" of the qualities and attributes that we would like in a partner; "tall, financially secure, loving and kind" etc. I have seen wish lists that state which location a person should live in, what car they should drive and what they should do for a ...
Views: 1099 - Relationships: Do People Have Fulfilling Relationships If They Are Attractive? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone is attractive, it can be normal for other people to believe that they are intelligent, well-adjusted and successful, among other things. And, this is something that they can believe even if they don’t know anything about them. This person’s appearance will then be what typically ...
Views: 1099 - Six Tips for Increasing Sexual Intimacy in Your Marriage - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2013 from Liam NadenCouples who have been together for a while often experience a decline in their sexual relationship. Whereas early on they felt lots of passion and lust, with time their sex life can become mundane or even non-existent. Yet it doesn’t need to be that way. If you really would like to experience ...
Views: 1098(1 vote) - Seniors: How you can experience more intimacy as you age - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2015 from Victor MarchioneA lot of things in your life have probably started to slow down as you’ve aged. Maybe your digestion isn’t as effective and running around isn’t as easy. These are to be expected as we grow old. But there’s one aspect in our life that can actually get better over the years and that’s intimacy ...
Views: 1093 - Saying YES When You Rather Say NO Harms the Relationship. Make a Change and Stop Sabotaging Your Intimacy - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Doron GilLearning to say “No” is an important step forward in improving your quality of life and relationships. Often, those who can’t say “No” within a relationship (or, for that matter, with new dates even before a relationship has been formalized) are often those who can’t say “No” in other situations ...
Views: 1092 - Wedding Invitation Etiquette Spelled Out - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2012 from tracy weddingWedding invitation etiquette can be hard to learn, especially if you're doing your wedding invitations for the first time without help. Here are some easy, spelled out rules for creating and sending your invitations to make the process easier. General Invitation Etiquette If your invitations ...
Views: 1092(1 vote) - Putting Your Spouse First In A Blended Family: Blending Families With Children From Earlier Relationships - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2021 from Baker JackPutting Your Spouse First In A Blended Family: Blending Families With Children From Earlier Relationships Children from "broken" families can be a force to be reckoned with in a new marriage. To maintain a successful second marriage, some rules and boundaries need to be made by the new ...
Views: 1089 - It’s Time to Reconnect- Just Gaze into Your Lovers Eyes - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2016 from Dayr RichDo you remember when you were a newlywed and intimacy was at the top of your and your beloveds list? Do you remember how very close you felt? Even if they weren’t around, when you thought of them you felt like everything was right in your world. It was. You were deeply connected at an ...
Views: 1088 - Hope For Marriage - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Diana Weiss-WisdomHope for Marriage This summer we held our first Keeping Love Alive Marriage Retreat at The Cottage Clinic. It was one of the best experiences of my life. The experiential two and ½ day workshop was based on the best selling book, ‘Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love,’ ...
Views: 1087 - The Meaning of Life - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2012 from Pam GuthrieWhat do you think the meaning of life is? I’ve spent a lot of time wondering about that. I wonder about a lot of things. I have a current, working theory about the meaning of life. It’s working pretty well for me these days so I figured I would share it with you. There is lots of stuff to ...
Views: 1087 - COMBAT NARCISSISTS’ AND ABUSERS’ PRIMARY WEAPON: PROJECTION - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2019 from Darlene LancerProjection is a defense mechanism commonly used by abusers, including people with narcissistic or borderline personality disorder and addicts. Basically, they say, “It’s not me, it’s you!” When we project, we are defending ourselves against unconscious impulses or traits, either positive or ...
Views: 1086(3 votes) - Interesting Wedding Decoration Ideas - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2013 from Deepak vermaYour wedding is one of the special occasions that need a lot of planning to make it a surprisingly attractive and valued remembrance. Thus great wedding decoration ideas should be given chief precedence while planning for a wedding interesting. The bride and groom will always be incredibly ...
Views: 1086 - How To Make The Bond Of Marriage Stronger: Building A Strong Marriage Foundation - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2018 from Sylvester DanialHow To Make The Bond Of Marriage Stronger: Building A Strong Marriage Foundation Nobody marries to have a miserable time, we are all looking for our, and they lived happily ever after. I think that it doesn't matter how long you have been married, there is always something that you can do to ...
Views: 1085 - ENERGY, PASSION & SEX - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2019 from Emma ViglucciCouples frequently come to my practice expressing that they have lost something or that something is missing in their relationship. They complain there is no passion. They share that they are good friends, but want something more in their relationship. A lot of these couples have a sexless ...
Views: 1084 - The Simplicity of Life - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from David SamuelSearching for the meaning of life, ultimate reality? Thinking of going into a monastery because life is too tough? What do you think the right path to truth may be? There must be some special, mystical, hidden secret teaching or school out there that will bring you to liberation of the ...
Views: 1084 - Relationships: Can The Fear Of Abandonment Cause Someone To Believe That Their Partner Will Leave Them? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one starts a new relationship, there is no guarantee that it will last for a certain amount of time. It could last for a few months, a few years, or it could come to an end when their life comes to an end. Two Sides Now, this is not to say that this is something that is completely ...
Views: 1084 - 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: 1083(1 vote) - 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: 1082(1 vote) - 3 Ways To Live Without Regret - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2015 from Nurturing MarriageOriginally published here: http://www.nurturingmarriage.org/the-little-things/3-ways-to-live-without-regret Time never stops marching on. I remember watching TV every New Year's Eve, and seeing the ball in Times Square drop - all while inevitably hearing my parents say, "Every year seems to ...
Views: 1080(1 vote) - Sex and the King of Fruits - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeWhat is the relationship between sex and durians? Is there any at all? Since I am paid for my time, I like to use metaphors and analogies to make sure that I get my intended message across in the most effective way in the shortest amount of time. This has a lot to do with my first career in ...
Views: 1080 - ***Are your friends hurting your relationship? - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2008 from Richard NicastroYou exist within a web of relationships. For instance, if your friend is going through tough times, you may find yourself feeling an emotional heaviness throughout the day, thinking and worrying about your friend. As this colors your mood, your partner may start to notice that lately you've been ...
Views: 1079 - 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: 1079(1 vote) - Getting Started: "Ready, Set, Talk!" - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Peggy FergusonSometimes couples wish they felt more emotionally close to their spouses. You may feel taken for granted and might even recognize that you take your spouse for granted. One or both of you might be daydreaming about dedicating some time and energy to restoring that eroding emotional connection. ...
Views: 1078(1 vote) - Have You Ever Thought about Making an Agreement with YOURSELF in Order to Succeed with Your Intimate Relationship? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from Doron GilIt is customary these days for partners to institute a prenuptial agreement or, while dating, a “relationship agreement” - mutually agreeing on the “relationships terms and conditions”: for example, whether the partners commit to meet once or twice a week; whether they commit to spend a night or ...
Views: 1077 - Are porn sites the reason for more men to go MGTOW? - by Submitted on May 10, 2020 from Eric DesuzaPorn has become quite popular over the years, especially within the last two years, and that is all thanks to a growing community called MGTOW. All over the world, men have started making a decision not to be involved with women any longer… but what exactly does that mean? How have they come to ...
Views: 1072 - How Do Women Ejaculate: How To Fully Satisfy A Woman - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2018 from Melvin SheltonThis is a question on every man's mind: How do women ejaculate and how can I make my woman ejaculate? Men are obsessive about this topic because they simply want to make it happen for their woman. Men want to give women the best pleasure of her entire life and they want to make sure that it ...
Views: 1072 - YOU ARE NEVER TOO OLD - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2013 from Valerie VinarYOU ARE NEVER TOO OLD Really...you're not, whether you want to rekindle the romance that once was with the person you are with, or if alone, to find love. August is National Romance Awareness month. Time for you to let love in, and send it out. How to do that? First, ask yourself: ...
Views: 1071 - How To Get A Girl To Have Sex With You: How To Get A Girl In Bed - Need Help Lasting Longer In Bed - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2018 from Sylvester DanialHow To Get A Girl To Have Sex With You: How To Get A Girl In Bed - Need Help Lasting Longer In Bed Believe it or not there is a speed seduction technique where you can have sex with a girl within ten minutes. This is a very powerful technique that has taken a very long time to develop and ...
Views: 1071 - How to Get My Ex Back - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2013 from Devango BobsThere are various ways on how to get my ex back. All you have to do is to have a clear mind so you will not be clouded with the effects of rage and other similar emotions. Aside from this, you should make it a point to put yourself first before your ex-lover. That way, you will not have any ...
Views: 1071 - How To Talk Dirty To Your Girl And Send Her Into Overdrive: Dirty Things To Say To A Girl - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2018 from Melvin SheltonDo you want to learn how to talk dirty to your girl without embarrassing yourself? Adding some naughty lingo to your bedroom routine is an awesome way to spice up your love life and send your partner's libido through the roof. The problem is that initiating dirty talk in the bedroom can be a ...
Views: 1071 - How to Use Your Tongue and Give a Woman the Most Intense Oral Sex Experience of Her Entire Life! - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2018 from Melvin SheltonIf you are anything like me, asking for something sexually oriented will feel akin to begging and begging is not something men do well. I can guarantee that the opposite sex feels the same way about this and that most women long for their men to meet their needs without them having to say ...
Views: 1071 - 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: 1071 - I Want To Satisfy My Wife In Bed: My Wife Is Never Satisfied - How Many Times Can A Woman Come In One Session - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2018 from Melvin SheltonI Want To Satisfy My Wife In Bed: My Wife Is Never Satisfied - How Many Times Can A Woman Come In One Session Do you know that making a woman orgasm is more like a skill which can be mastered with time? If you are not able to satisfy women then you will never ever be successful with women at ...
Views: 1070 - My Wife Has No Desire For Sex What Can I Do : What To Do When Your Wife Stops Sleeping With You - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2018 from Melvin SheltonMy Wife Has No Desire For Sex What Can I Do : What To Do When Your Wife Stops Sleeping With You In this article you are going to discover the truth about why many women stop wanting to have sex after they have been in a relationship for a while. I get asked a lot of questions about the ...
Views: 1070 - Passion - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2014 from Dr. Anne BrownThere is only one way to avoid criticism: do nothing, say nothing, and be nothing.” Aristotle OK we all know this right? And yet how many of us enter into the most intimate relationship with our partners “saying nothing.” For those who still can’t discuss sex, it is time to lift that veil. ...
Views: 1070(1 vote) - 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: 1069 - Stress and Sex: 5 Stressors that Can Put Your Libido on Hold - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Dr. Patty Ann TublinSome people are capable of doing many things well while under stress, but being in the mood for sex and/or feeling sexy usually isn’t one of them. Stress is pretty high up there as one of the top reasons for why couples are not having sex! Here are 5 common stressors that might be getting in ...
Views: 1069 - Can a Narcissist Benefit from Psychotherapy? - by Submitted on May 29, 2019 from Darlene LancerMany people ask whether narcissists can change or benefit from therapy. Because narcissists see the cause of their problems as external due to their defenses of denial, distortion, and projection, their ability to look at themselves introspectively is limited. Thus, they don’t often come to ...
Views: 1067(3 votes) - Things to Talk to Girls: Ideas to Help You Start Conversation with a Girl - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2011 from Simone BrownDo you question what kind of stuff to discuss with girls, without making a fool of yourself? Here's the 3 ideas to guide you. Because they are very different from each other, there are no best things to talk to girls. You can talk about any topic with them, although the topic would actually ...
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