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- Three Ways of Increasing Your Communication for Greater Emotional and Sexual Intimacy in Your Relationship. - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Jim BowenAren’t sexual intimacy problems everywhere? People who have come in for emotional intimacy issues can be communicating clearly to their partner: “Get lost!” “It’s all YOUR fault!” It’s so very normal to get caught up in these communication pitfalls. It’s a negative loop of hope, desire, ...
Views: 2470(2 votes) - My Wife Says I Don't Satisfy Her Sexually: How To Satisfy Your Spouse Sexually - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2018 from Melvin SheltonMy Wife Says I Don't Satisfy Her Sexually: How To Satisfy Your Spouse Sexually Every man out there wants to be the king in the bedroom and he wants to be the best lover that any woman has ever have. With your current woman, you want to make sure that you are giving her pleasure so good, she ...
Views: 2467 - Spending Time, Not Money: Turn your bedroom into a romantic getaway! - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Ande LyonsIn a perfect world, my husband and I are alone at a romantic resort, where we get couples massages, candlelight dinners al fresco, breakfast in bed, dancing under the stars, and lots of undisturbed nookie time. Here’s the reality – two busy careers, two busy kids, too busy and broke for ...
Views: 2462 - Learn How to Turn Your Best Guy Friend into Your Boyfriend: Turn Your Best Guy Friend into Your Boyfriend - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2017 from James UadialeLearn How to Turn Your Best Guy Friend into Your Boyfriend: Turn Your Best Guy Friend into Your Boyfriend Could you convert your best guy friend to your boyfriend? Do you know how? Why would you want to do that? What are the dangers? Read on and find out the pitfalls and rewards that may be ...
Views: 2457 - Being Self-Conscious Regarding Your Penile Curve - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Paul RodgersFed-up of these locker room conditions? Getting changed and feeling ashamed about your penile? Of all the examining and competitiveness which goes on, on who has got the biggest penile? Well, we have found a few very good news - it's possible to have the biggest penis! Intruding glances… ...
Views: 2454 - Attachment: What Causes Attachment Problems? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThe term attachment is often used in the area of relationships and to describe what kind of relationship one had with their primary caregiver as a child. This first attachment plays a massive role in our development as a child and in how we are as adults. A General View So here I will give ...
Views: 2452 - *** Top 10 Tips to Infidelity-Proof Your Relationship - by Infidelity can sneak up on even the most solid partnerships. According to an infidelity poll conducted by http://www.WomanSavers.com of 6,330 women, 92% believe that emotional affairs lead to physical affairs, whereas only a mere 7% believe they do not..* Source: ...
Views: 2442 - An Easy Path to Intimacy - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Stuart BlochOften people think intimacy is learning about their partners and teaching their partners what they want their partners to know about them. In actuality, the word "intimacy" says it all – IN TO ME SEE. Seeing intimacy as this simple phrase can be the key to unlocking the door to true openness ...
Views: 2440(2 votes) - Learn to Listen to Your Divine Self - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Carla TaraThe Tantric path is to reunite with our Divine spark. It encourages us to identify with our Higher Self, our Divine essence. When you identify with your Higher Self, you live in a heightened vibrational field and you are open to the intuition coming to you from your Divine self, guiding you ...
Views: 2435 - Are You Fully Present in Your Marriage? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2010 from Nancy Wasson"Presence is more than just being there," states Malcolm S.Forbes. How true! Have you ever been talking with someone and felt that they were miles away even though they were sitting next to you? They might have appeared to be listening, but you could sense that they weren’t really mentally ...
Views: 2432 - 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 ...
Views: 2429(1 vote) - Wanting vs. Having: Disabling Hypnotic Language - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Jack EliasWanting vs. Having -- I hear it from almost every client, but hearing it from all these people at once somehow made it a fresh new phenomenon. This is one way I like to look at the problem: 1) Our subconscious mind is always listening, especially to what we say to ourselves over and over. ...
Views: 2426(2 votes) - 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) - How To Give Your Woman An Anal Orgasm: Steps to Give Women Orgasmic Anal Sex - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2018 from Melvin SheltonIn this article you are going to discover how to give your woman an ANAL ORGASM. And please believe me when I say that -- if you are the kind of man who wants to give his woman INCREDIBLE SEXUAL PLEASURE, anal orgasms are something you will enjoy giving her very much. In fact, when you ...
Views: 2415 - How to Get Back The Man You Were Dating - Tips - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from Gery WriterThere might be nothing more traumatic in everyday life than when the man you like tells you he had enough and he is leaving. If this is a scenario all too real, you may feel incredibly distraught and upset because of your current predicament. But don't upset yourself, nothing is lost. Take a ...
Views: 2413 - How to Stop Ejaculating Too Soon And Have Her Begging For More? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from Wisey LimHow to stop ejaculating too soon? This question is common among men who suffer from premature ejaculation. Let me reveal this to you. You are not alone. 40% of men suffer from this problem. But this condition is curable. Don't focus on the question of "how to stop ejaculating too soon?" Focus ...
Views: 2412 - Shrinky's Guide to Sex for Teenagers: The 5 Most Important Things You Need to Know - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Glenn BergerAre you thinking about sex? Are you wondering if you should have it? Do you want to know the best way to do it? Are you embarrassed to admit that you don't know as much about sex as you pretend? You will get the best information here so you can learn everything you want to know about sex, be ...
Views: 2409 - THE IMPACT OF SEXUAL FULFILLMENT ON OUR MENTAL AND PHYSICAL WELL BEING - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Sadie SheafeFor the patient, psychotherapy is the treatment of emotional or behavioral problems designed to encourage communication of conflicts and insight into their problems; the goal being relief of symptoms and changes in behavior leading to improved functioning. Our expression, experience, and ...
Views: 2409(1 vote) - We Are All Connected - Remember When Faced With a Critical Incident - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2012 from Dr. Erica GoodstoneWe are all connected and all part of the universe and the Kingdom of God. We create our reality and bring about our good fortune by the way we respond and naturally affect the responses of others. In fact, we are all basically seeking to return to the realization of who we are, a magnificent ...
Views: 2409(1 vote) - Four Steps to Avoid Playing the Blame and Shame Game - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from Robyn VogelWhen you have something important to share with your sweetie, but feel like all you want to do is blame him (or her) here is exactly what you need to move forward. Take these 4 steps with ease: 1. Take 5-10 minutes to journal what you are upset about (don't skip this very important ...
Views: 2407(1 vote) - Relationship Help: 5 Tips from Successful Couples - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2010 from Richard NicastroWhen it comes to building a healthy marriage/relationship, one of the best resources is to hear from couples who have been together for many years and, most importantly, would do it all over again with the same person. In the marriage/relationship enrichment workshops I run, there are often ...
Views: 2401(1 vote) - Is Honesty the Best Policy for a Relationship? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2012 from Dr. Christy WiseWhen speaking of honesty, I am referring to honesty with your partner and being honest with yourself. Let's first talk about being honest with you. People enter into relationships for a variety of different reasons. Some do it because they enjoy the companionship while others work better in life ...
Views: 2400(1 vote) - 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: 2398 - Weekend Forecast; Wet or Dry? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Allura JoyA woman’s body can be just as unpredictable as the weather. When it comes to preparing for sexual activity, sometimes women can become naturally lubricated fairly easy – other times it can be quite difficult. It is important to engage in plenty of foreplay to encourage emotional connection and ...
Views: 2398(1 vote) - Relationships: What Causes Enmeshed Relationships? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhile human beings are physically separate, it doesn’t mean that they are emotionally or intellectually separate. And as connecting to another human being involves opening up and allowing another person to open up, there are going to be moments where one merges with another. This is not only ...
Views: 2395 - Top 8 Hidden Spiritual Reasons for Bad Sex - by Submitted on May 12, 2014 from Scott & Stephen PetulloGreat, mind blowing sex can be healing and transformational, making you feel alive and full of energy, but unfortunately, it’s rare. Common complaints about sex that is less than satisfying are selfishness, lack of interest, poor hygiene, low energy, being too quick or slow, being too ...
Views: 2395 - Falling Out of Love - Should We Pack It In? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2010 from Peggy FergusonOften when a couple comes in for couple’s counseling, one of the partners is stating that s/he has fallen out of love with the other partner. Sometimes they both feel that way, but usually it is just one spouse verbalizing this. When you are feeling this way, it is common to question whether ...
Views: 2390 - Dear. Dr. Romance: Every Time We Talk, I'm in Tears and He's Mad - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I have been married for 17 years and thought we had a great marriage. 10 years ago I got hurt and have had 6 back surgeries. At one point I would double up on meds and drink to ignore life. During this time my husband was an angel; until he discovered I was ...
Views: 2389 - Feel Your Feelings. - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Meg HubbardSo many of us rush around stuffing our feeling and emotions deeper and deeper down inside of us. We refuse to let them out. We may subconsciously remember childhood programs we picked up like… “stop crying or I’ll give you something to cry about”, or someone calling you a “cry baby”, or ...
Views: 2384(3 votes) - On Match Making - Common Interests Vs Contrast - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2015 from Brian KrallThis is a post on relationships and compatibility, because I have seen so many people dating and interviewing their prospective partners on things such as their interests, hobbies, job, and the things they like to “do for fun”, in order to delineate whether or not they are a good match, the ...
Views: 2383 - ***"Are You Someone Who is Open to Being Loved?" - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Sandra DawsonThe answer should be an unconditional, “yes!” But you may not know that, because you don't love yourself, or you may answer yes, but still find yourself having great difficulties finding love or keeping love alive. Instead of truly being open to being loved, you may be feeling like the only ...
Views: 2381(3 votes) - 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: 2381 - Relationships: Why Are Some Women Needy? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperTo have needs is part of being human and this means that it is not something to be ashamed of. Yet, just because this is the case, it doesn’t mean that one feels comfortable with their needs, and this can cause them to come across as being needless. They then act as if they don’t have needs ...
Views: 2380 - What About Your Sexual Intelligence Quotient? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2012 from Dr. Elsbeth Meuth, EdD & Freddy Zental WeaverWe all know about IQ, emotional intelligence, kinesthetic intelligence, and so forth. But what do we know about sexual intelligence? The term isn't well-known, nor is it something that has been developed traditionally. Sexual intelligence can be distinguished by two dimensions: The first ...
Views: 2378(1 vote) - ***INTIMACY IN MARRIAGE: POLITENESS IS THE KEY - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2014 from Bisi AdewaleMany couples lack some basic courtesies needed to build intimacy in marriage. Rudeness, careless words, disrespect for one's spouse, criticisms, public embarrassment do not portray politeness. Before the wedding, most singles ensure they are courteous as they put their partner ahead of ...
Views: 2375(1 vote) - Dancing & Music is Much Like Sex - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Allura JoyIf you’ve ever danced the night away, then you know how truly liberating, invigorating and therapeutic it can be to just let it loose on the dance floor. Music has a way of touching the soul in an extraordinary and profound way. Whether fueled by a DJ or a live band, dancing is quite similar ...
Views: 2371(2 votes) - The Most Common Sexual Fetishes - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2015 from Mike HatcherIf you've always been involved in just normal sexual activities, you may be unaware of the number of sexual fetishes that exist. In fact, you may not have any idea how widely these fetishes are used. Usually, fetishes are something which you execute a lot of times, take delight in observing them ...
Views: 2371 - Let's Talk about Sex - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2013 from Robyn VogelI have sex on the brain! Now, it's not what you think (or rather, I don't really know what you are thinking!) --- well, it is my "work" after all. It's also because I'm going to a talk on Friday night on how to talk to teenagers about sex. I'm interested in hearing what this woman has to say ...
Views: 2369 - *** Overcoming Marriage Problems: Start Focusing on Solutions - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2009 from Richard NicastroWhen a troubled couple comes to me for relationship help, one of the first questions I ask is, "What have you already done to try to solve these relationship problems?" Several issues immediately become apparent as I listen to these distressed couples: 1. Many of them didn't have a plan to ...
Views: 2362 - 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: 2361 - 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: 2359(1 vote) - Top 12 Annoying Things Women Do In Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2013 from Amy RosenthalyAny relationship can benefit from some help day to day. To help your love develop for each other, it's best to know and comprehend the little problems that each person in the relationship is put through. Here are some innocent things women do that annoy the men they're with. Seeing your ...
Views: 2354(1 vote) - When Did We Become Enemies? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Renee Richardson M.Ed.Article: Written by Renee L. Richardson When Did We Become Enemies? Through many years of observation and failed relationships, I have become interested and dedicated to studying human interactions on an intimate level. Because I am an African American female, I spent countless amounts of ...
Views: 2350(1 vote) - The Elephant in the Bedroom: Talking About Sex - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeFor most people, sex is a sensitive and difficult subject to talk about. I have come across a man who, after 15 years of marriage, admitted that he and his wife have never talked about sex. Don’t get me wrong. They do have sex. They just don’t talk about it. In other words, they never ...
Views: 2349 - 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: 2348 - 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) - Long Distance Relationship Advice. How to Keep Your Relationship Intact - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2013 from Devango BobsMaintaining a long distance relationship is surely not the easiest thing to do. When you are living far away from each other, your relationship becomes more vulnerable. For one, there’s the lack of intimate contact. Then there’s also the problem with miscommunication. Given these possibilities, ...
Views: 2344 - Top 3 Reasons Why Marriages Fail - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Mika MaddelaAre you married and the worse case scenario for you and your spouse is divorce? Perhaps you are already in a struggling marriage that's headed for disaster. Here are 3 tops reasons why marriages fail. Are you doing any of these things that's ruining your marriage? 1.Communication This one ...
Views: 2341 - Don’t Let Your Belief-System Hurt You & Sabotage Your Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Doron GilIt is being said that having a belief-system is good: it is something which directs you; guides your actions; motivates you to know how to go about feel you know how to move forward with life. But if your belief-system controls your attitudes and behviors without you being aware of it, you are ...
Views: 2340 - Why I Am Not Authentic Anymore! - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2010 from Tom WrightTom Wright In a conversation with a woman the other day, she told me that she was "authentic" when in my opinion, she was anything but. Oh, oh! What mirror was I looking into! Wow! Was that an eye opener. The third eye, for certain. That's when I realized that people (and yes, I am a ...
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