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- Are You Sexually Connecting With Women? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Jonathon BirrellDesire for sexual abundance was probably the reason most of us got into the seduction community… …but it may be our greatest undoing as well. The allure of it is all-pervasive. With the promise of complete sexual abundance, whether that be with many women, or just that “one” you’ve been ...
Views: 1043(4 votes) - Are You With the Right Partner? - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2013 from Pat LaDouceurAm I with the right partner? As a couples therapist, I've been asked this question a lot. The couples I see are usually frustrated, and often for good reason. They've tried to solve relationship problems by talking, by not talking, by changing their behavior and by not changing it. ...
Views: 1657(1 vote) - Barriers to Intimacy - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Sylvia FlanaganBarriers of intimacy ultimately mean breakdown in communication. This breakdown usually manifests in one of two ways – blame/criticism or shutdown/withdrawal. Intimacy doesn’t always feel good and it sometimes includes wrestling with issues and a struggle. But, if done properly, and with ...
Views: 1446(2 votes) - Book review: The Erotic Mind - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeThe Erotic Mind: Unlock the Inner Sources of Sexual Passion and Fulfillment by Jack Morin In this intriguing, insightful mix of analysis, anecdote and advice, San Francisco psychotherapist Morin developed an ‘erotic equation’ by drawing on the discussions of 351 respondents, straight and gay. ...
Views: 2635(1 vote) - Build a Love Nest for Two - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2010 from Candace CzarnyWho can forget that rush of budding love? Everything is perfect. He or she is perfect. The freckles on their nose are perfect. In the first flushes of love, you even feel like you are perfect. There is absolutely no feeling like it in the world. Then life sets in and perfection seems to be a ...
Views: 1705(1 vote) - Building A Better Relationship With Your Partner - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Paul RodgersAlthough erectile dysfunction affects you physically it could do severe damage to your self-confidence and self-esteem. It is a well known fact there are over 200 million men , suffering from erectile dysfunction all over the world. And yet, most of these men refuse to change their ...
Views: 1786(1 vote) - Can You Walk the Six Steps for Your Marriage Counseling Journey? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Dr. Joseph AbrahamThe Six Steps of ‘Save Your Relationship’ Marriage Counseling Guide Six steps of my Marriage Counseling processes are reviewed; the various qualities of being a marriage counselor, a psychologist, a life coach and a relationship advice provider are outlined. Step # 1: I ask to speak loud ...
Views: 2558(1 vote) - Connect: Be Fully Present NOW! - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Karen Mehringer, MAEager to fill our hungry bellies after a full day of hiking and soaking in the mineral hot springs, John and I sat waiting for our food to arrive. Observing my surroundings, I noticed a woman sitting with her husband text-messaging with her iPhone. The couple appeared to be on vacation. Next, I ...
Views: 2346(2 votes) - Couples Who Sweat Together Stick Together - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2015 from Michael MantellWant to get active and healthy while also improving your romantic life? That’s right. The two go hand in hand. If you are concerned about your spouse’s/partner’s health, his/her weight or activity level, here’s a method for you to be a good role model for health, have some healthy fun with each ...
Views: 1387(2 votes) - Creating Sacred Space for a Superb Valentine’s Experience - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2016 from Dr. Elsbeth Meuth, EdD & Freddy Zental WeaverDo something different this Valentine, something extra special for and with your beloved partner. What could you do to create an ‘out-of-this-world’ love experience that would make your partner’s heart melt and feel extra loved and taken care of? Here is what you want to do: Prepare YOUR ...
Views: 1338(2 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: Am I Insane? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2016 from Tina TessinaDear Dr Romance, I seek some understanding & hope that you will be able to help. I think that I don't know what love is & it has me in constant turmoil. I married when I was 23 yrs old & have 2 beautiful children. Regrettably, the marriage ended in divorce. I am ...
Views: 1551(2 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: I want a man in my life that I can trust again. - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: After experiencing alot of physical and emotional abuse in my life, my last relationship was very damaging emotionally and physically. Now, many years later, I haven't had a serious relationship or even a date since. I've had two opportunities this year, but one wanted ...
Views: 1970(2 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: I want the playgirl, but they like the bad boy type - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2016 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: This is something that's puzzling me for along time. I often do want the playgirl, but they like the more bad boy type. I know for sure I want sex without strings attached, many men get this, but I simply attract women who want a boyfriend, and I ...
Views: 1920(2 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: It's as if something turned out bad - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I have a friend who's asking for an advice and accidentally, I saw in the Internet your advices to some heart problems. So I told myself to try ask help from you also. This lady friend of mine is well, kind of in love with a man who's also in love with her. ...
Views: 1143(2 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: The constant problem has been broken trust - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2016 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance, My girlfriend is 17 years older than me and we have been dating for over 2 years. The past year has had lots of fighting and has been very tough on both of us. We are currently taking a break, trying to work out our differences. The constant problem has been broken trust. I ...
Views: 1624(2 votes) - Did You Know That It is Integration That You Are After? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Carolin HauserIf you are anything like me, you probably have done a lot of “healing” work on your self. A few years ago, I was introduced to the concept of “integration”. I was invited to think in terms of integration instead of in terms of healing. It made a lot of sense to me, and brought profound ...
Views: 1335(2 votes) - Disadvantages of Debating and How To Avoid It For Better Relationships - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2010 from J. AcobArguments - what's it good for? Debates are rarely "won." When you think you won an argumentation, what did you gain? The "loser" at least learned something, right? But what did you get? arguing practice, ego satisfaction, and diminished Brain power. Argument Decreases Brain Power? At ...
Views: 4945(1 vote) - Discover How You Can Enhance Your Commitment In Your Marriage - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2011 from Mika MaddelaPeople going through marriage problems often look for marriage advice when they can no longer take the pain of what there relationship lacks. Usually at this time, a lot of damages has already been done and will take quite a bit of effort and commitment to make the marriage work. With that said, ...
Views: 927(1 vote) - Discovering Authentic Feelings - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Tom WrightThere is a balance point between feelings, that when practiced, makes for harmonious relationships. We're not usually at that point, due to the masculine/feminine bent toward opposites poles in relationship to the way we use feelings, not feelings themselves. And it's this "use" where our ...
Views: 1797(1 vote) - Do You Need Marriage Therapy to Save Your Marriage? - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Mika MaddelaThere is no such thing as a perfect marriage. That's why so many married couples seeks for help. It's not uncommon for a couple to have a marriage therapist or a counselor. Some people may feel embarrassed that their marriage needs help. There is no shame to admitting that you're in a situation ...
Views: 660(1 vote) - Do You Swear To Tell The Truth, The Whole…? - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2012 from Geoff LaughtonWhether or not you’re currently in a relationship with a lover/partner/spouse, you know that relationships of ALL kinds are a crucial ingredient in what makes life worth living (at least that’s how I look at it). You probably also know that managing a relationship with anyone easily and quickly ...
Views: 1484(1 vote) - Does Your Diet Affect Your Sex Life? - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Allura JoyOur diet affects everything; our energy level, body composition, strength, endurance, stamina, mental cognition, body odor, mood, sex drive, sleeping habits and overall vitality. The health and wellbeing of every living creature on earth significantly depends on their diet and the quality of all ...
Views: 2958(2 votes) - Dr. Romance on Older Women Dating Younger Men - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2016 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance gets letters about older women dating younger men; which appears to be shocking to some people, but I don’t find it so unusual. Why would a younger man want to date an older woman? Who isn't attracted to success, smarts and experience? Young men ...
Views: 1554(2 votes) - Dr. Romance On: The Tennis Match: How to Balance the Power in Your Relationship - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2016 from Tina TessinaCouples often come in to Dr. Romance's counseling office soon after they move in together, because they’re arguing about differences in design and life styles. Whose furniture to use, where to put it, who can use each room, or how to work out the division of labor. These squabbles are ...
Views: 1610(2 votes) - Essence of Readiness by Susan Sheppard - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2011 from Susan SheppardAre you really ready for a relationship? So often I hear, I want a boyfriend, I’m married but I’m not happy. I just got divorced and I don’t want to make the same mistake again. When will I find someone? It occurred to me recently that in order to be in a relationship that works, it’s ...
Views: 1619(4 votes) - Essential Definitions for People Trying to Gain Assertiveness Skills - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Peggy FergusonAlthough most people have some pretty clear-cut notions about what assertiveness is and isn't, assertiveness is often confused with aggression. Assertiveness is not necessarily about having your will prevail over the will of others. That is actually more descriptive of aggression. Especially ...
Views: 1911(2 votes) - Executive Marriage Coach – Allow Love to Heal You - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Tom KingAll of us have scars from past experiences that cause pain and conflicts in the present. Until we allow healing of the wounds from those things long ago hidden away they will continue to surface in one form or another; self-destructive behaviors, physical or emotional symptoms, or recurring ...
Views: 1328(1 vote) - Fast-dating And Attraction - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Marie MalacamanSpeed dating parties are a common to quite a few clubs and bars. Serving the city’s singles’ scene, these are definitely hosted at least once a week to offer singles a centered an opportunity to connect with and greet. Helping singles to get out there and even meet to get to know a big range ...
Views: 1263(2 votes) - FINDING LOVE - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Jennifer Elizabeth Masters8 COMMON DATING MISTAKES MOST PEOPLE MAKE ON THE INTERNET Finding love We all want to be loved. It is a very profound human need. But how do we get it? Where do we look for it? Why don't we find it? ...
Views: 1840(1 vote) - five Means For making An awesome Initial Impression. - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from John DavidSo exactly how can you intrigue and impress after you meet up with a person new? Permit the industry experts — a few of them scientists — let you know: 1St Impression You’ve heard it prior to: All those very first several seconds of interaction with an individual new are vital. Scientists ...
Views: 3616(2 votes) - Fourteen Ways Women Close Themselves Off From Finding Love - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2013 from Joyce Dolberg RoweWhen dating or searching for a relationship, many times we unknowingly sabotage ourselves and undermine our chances for success. Here are 14 common ways we block the very same healthy relationship that we are endeavoring to find: 1. Carrying a big list: While it is important to make sure that ...
Views: 2888(2 votes) - Get Ex Girlfriend Back By Showing Her You’re Fascinating and Obtainable - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from Ray WeberDo you want to get ex girlfriend back? In three quarters of break ups, ladies are the ones who call it quits. As you're most likely aware by this time in your life, girls are irrational creatures. They don’t always say or do what is in their best interest. Often, within days of a break up, a ...
Views: 1118(1 vote) - Get Yourself off Shaky Ground – By Shaking It Up – And Improve Your Marriage Intimacy - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Beth Banning and Neill GibsonWhen couples are on shaky ground, they often think that it's best to lay low and let the storm pass. They think that because they are having trouble, it would be the worst possible time to make changes. “Why shake things up when we're already on shaky ground?” they ask themselves. The truth is ...
Views: 3161(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: 1417(2 votes) - Give Your Partner a Compliment and Become More Intimate - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2011 from Bellaisa FilippisInsults are easy to give. We give them all the time! We write books dedicated to insults that you can use for almost anyone out there, but good luck finding a book on compliments you can shout out to someone walking down the street. Giving a compliment means we have to admit that someone is ...
Views: 1857(1 vote) - Hormone Therapy: Lacking Libido? - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2009 from Dr.Amir FriedmanThroughout the media, we are flooded with sexy over-40s who seem to have stopped time – or at least made it work for them. I’d like to ask Demi Moore, Goldie Hawn or Michelle Pfieffer: How do you do it? There are so many other women hitting their 40s and at the same time their sex drives are ...
Views: 1900(2 votes) - How many lovers will be sleeping in separate rooms this Valentine’s Day? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Jennifer Ross-TaylorOh how you dread all the publicity around Valentine’s Day because even though you love your partner dearly, the intimacy and romance has seemed to have gone many years ago. Maybe it is because you sleep in separate rooms you think, but then you rationalize this by saying, it has to be this way ...
Views: 1512(1 vote) - How to Attract an Irresistible Partner: 7 Secrets to Attracting, Keeping and Loving your Relationship! - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2011 from Cathy HartmanHave you ever looked out into the ocean of ‘single’ possibilities and wondered, “Where are all the good ones?” Maybe you’ve thought to yourself, “All the good ones are married”, or “I have no idea how to find who I am looking for.” Would you like the secret answer to these questions? Would you ...
Views: 1009(2 votes) - How to Avoid a Blissful Law of Attraction Relationship From Turning Sour - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Karen KanOne of the interesting questions I received lately: Hi Dr. Karen, About 3 years ago I began learning about the Law of Attraction. Single at the time, I immediately made a list of the qualities I desired in a partner and began imagining meeting him. It worked VERY quickly: in 10 days I'd ...
Views: 2564(1 vote) - How to Balance the Need For Independence and Intimacy - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2012 from Margie UlbrickTalking Relationships: Independence and Intimacy: 5 Tips to help get the balance. 1) Take responsibility for becoming independent and developing your own life. This is the mark of maturity in a relationship, being able to stand on one’s own feet and come together with a synergy that is ...
Views: 3861(1 vote) - How To Get Your Ex-Husband Or Ex-Boyfriend Back In Your Arms Fast - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2013 from Uadiale JohnFrom time to time we all think about the good old days with an ex-boyfriend, and how things could have turned out differently. In some situations, with a really great guy, it's actually worth not just thinking about it, and actually getting out and doing something positive to make it ...
Views: 1019(1 vote) - How To Love A Man - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from robert tingIt's always important to understand how to love your man for the connection between you to be a pleasurable one. Perhaps you've been a couple for a while now and the little stuff he does are beginning to get annoying. Or maybe you’re just thinking the way to show your love to him. Allow me to ...
Views: 962(1 vote) - How to make a girl fall in love with you? - by Submitted on May 08, 2010 from Dia ThabetHow to make a girl fall in love with you? Making a girl to fall in love with you is easy if you do the followings: 1. Radiate confidence- Based on scientific studies, the majority of girls are attracted to confident men. Girls don’t like guys who are not confident of who they are ...
Views: 3795(3 votes) - How to make a relationship last and grow? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Dia ThabetHow to make a relationship last and grow? Many couples wonder how to make their relationship last for ever. Studies show that more than 50% of marriages end up in divorce. Did you ask yourself why that is the case? What happened to the old times where people used to stay together for ever? ...
Views: 1302(3 votes) - How to Make Good First Date Conversation - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuA first date is an important step in the process of interacting romantically with another person. And good conversation is the fundamental ingredient to a good date. You may have been led to believe that the key to dating success is to look good or be famous or have lots of money. It is true ...
Views: 1968(3 votes) - How to Satisfy a woman in Bed - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2009 from tim jamesMen you have finally found the woman of your dreams and now you're not quite sure how to satisfy a woman sexually. You are sure this one is special and you want to make sure you have the sexual prowess to keep her happy. Just imagine how strong your relationship will become when you start ...
Views: 10383(3 votes) - How to Start a Sexual Conversation with a Girl Without Sounding Awkward or Creepy - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2023 from Josh ManuelHow to Start a Sexual Conversation with a Girl Without Sounding Awkward or Creepy. Your conversation with a girl you’re interested in should be geared towards sexually suggestive topics. In other words, if you’re talking to a girl you feel attraction for and want to get into a romantic ...
Views: 14058(2 votes) - How to Tell Your Spouse You’re Not Getting Enough of “It” - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Noelle NelsonYou love your guy. He’s a sweetie, mellow, easy-going. He holds down a steady job and does his fair share of the chores – well, most of the time anyway. He’s good with the kids, doesn’t get too ripped on “guys’ night out” and still remembers your anniversary with flowers. You know women who ...
Views: 1151(1 vote) - I Want to Sext with my Ex. - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2016 from Madeline FosterA divorce, separation or formal break up is a tough situation that people find themselves in everyday. There are always hard feelings between the parties involved and anger or hurt feelings can sometimes take over common sense. With mobile phones and SMS text messaging things can turn ugly ...
Views: 2424(2 votes) - 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 ...
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