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- Are You Honest In Your Relationship? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2007 from Becky DeGrossaMy clients often report that they’re upset with their partners about something or the other. When I ask them, “Did you tell him or her that you were upset?” they routinely say, “No.” Why Not Be Honest? Often, we neglect to tell our partners what we’re upset about because we • Don’t want to ...
Views: 1065 - What is Love? - Part 6 - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2007 from Robert NajemyLoving the Wave or the Ocean Part 6 of a 6 part series on the "The Stages of Love" Robert Elias Najemy When we limit our love to a specific person (we do not mean sexually, but rather emotionally, mentally and spiritually), it is difficult to experience love in its highest expression. We love ...
Views: 698 - What is Love? Part 5 - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2007 from Robert NajemySpiritual Universal Love Part 5 of a 6 part series on the "The Stages of Love" Robert Elias Najemy A later stage in our spiritual maturation process is the development of spiritual universal love where wisdom or spiritual discrimination is now added to our love. We now perceive all forms as ...
Views: 1315 - What is Love? - Part 4 - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2007 from Robert NajemySelfless Love Part 4 of a 6 part series on the "The Stages of Love" Robert Elias Najemy Selfless Love for a Specific Person An essential stage in the evolution of love is being able to love others regardless of their behavior. Probably the closest most of us have come to experiencing such ...
Views: 769 - What is Love - Part 3 - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2007 from Robert NajemyLove, Pleasure or Affirmation ? Part 3 of a 6 part series on the "The Stages of Love" Robert Elias Najemy Needing Others for Pleasure Let us examine how our needs for pleasure and affirmation can limit and distort our experience of love. We create relationships that give us pleasure and ...
Views: 680 - What is Love ? Part 2 - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2007 from Robert NajemyLove or Need for Security ? Part 2 of a 6 part series on the "The Stages of Love" Our Love is Mixed With Need Our love is still mixed with a considerable amount of need. Love wants to give. Need wants to take. Sometimes what we are seeking to take is very subtle and requires deep inner ...
Views: 735 - What is Love ? part 1 - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2007 from Robert NajemyPart 1 of a 6 part series on the "The Stages of Love" Love is our greatest need. Is it our highest most fulfilling state. Do we really love or are we simply attached to, identified with or dependent upon the persons we "love"? Is our love free and unconditional, or is it mixed with various ...
Views: 750 - What Does She Expect Anyway? - by Every woman is different, with her own personality, so what I'm writing here is just a generalization. You need to get to know the women you are with, and find out what she wants. If you aren't willing to do that, then ask yourself why are you dating her? If all she is to you is a pretty women ...
Views: 627 - Unconditional Love (starting with you) - by Gay Hendricks says in “The Learning to Love yourself Workbook? Humans tend to demand from others what we are most unwilling to give.
Isn’t that funny. We expect and demand someone to give us what we are not willing to give. Unconditional love. If we expect that from someone to make us feel ...
Views: 20458(5 votes) - The Body Language of Flirting - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from M.Farouk RadwanDo you want to know if she likes you? Are you unsure if he is interested in you? For most people, the answers to these questions is a definite yes, and so here are some of the signals that show whether the other person was intending to flirt with you or not. * Playing with her hair : This ...
Views: 1354 - What To And Not To Do During Kissing - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2007 from dale mazurekDon’t ever think you know there is everything to know about sex. No matter what you know and practice there is always going to be small things you haven’t learnt yet. I’m sure you have better things to do with your life than trying to learn everything about sex so when you ...
Views: 7802(1 vote) - Loving Our Soul - by Love is the most powerful emotion in existence. With it, one can capture the world. Without it, one can conquer the world. People who made history through their evil deeds have been known to have had a lack of love in their childhood. The truth is that without knowing how to love ourselves, we ...
Views: 1149 - How to Make Someone Fall in Love with You (Based on the Psychology of Falling in Love) - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2007 from M.Farouk RadwanMyths About Making Someone Love You Do you think that love is just an uncontrollable random process? Do you think that if the person you loved didn’t love you back then nothing can be done about it? Do you think that you can't make someone fall in love with you? The Truth About Making ...
Views: 45026(8 votes) - I Can Never Forget About Him, He Was the One - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2007 from M.Farouk RadwanI Can Never Forget About Him I can never forget about him… He was the only one I ever loved that much… I will never love someone else as I loved him… I can never imagine myself being with someone else… Do these phrases sound familiar? Have you been in that situation ...
Views: 1516 - Relationships With a Vision - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2007 from Steve AndersonHow can you get your spouse to join you in creating a relationship that is supportive, honest and full of love? You can create a rewarding, wonderful relationship from a lifeless one by starting with a clear vision of what you want. Many people define what they want in their relationships by ...
Views: 570 - Powerful Relationship Foundations - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2007 from Steve AndersonI noticed one of our houseplants the other day had soil that was dry and hard, and the plant drooped over the edges of the pot, ready to die. The plant did not have enough power to suck any more moisture from that dry soil. I checked in with my wife to see if she had noticed, and it turned out ...
Views: 704 - International Relationship Scams - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Danielle DaoustIn the last months, I have had the unfortunate task of informing a number of clients, and even a good friend, that they were caught up in another relationship scam. Sad to say, we so want to be loved - and to love - that we can be trapped by our desire, our willingness to trust, afraid to listen ...
Views: 1371 - The One Decision, and How I Discovered It. - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2007 from Judith WrightI first discovered the One Decision almost by accident. Now, as I look back, I see that I had already been living my life in accordance with my One Decision, but I didnt have any inclination that I had actually made such a choice. In fact, I didnt even have a name for it. It was only after ...
Views: 707 - Why Always Having to Be Right Can Poison Your Relationships - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2007 from Nancy WassonWhen someone feels that he or she always has to be right, you can bet that there’s trouble ahead in the relationship arena. It doesn’t take a fortune teller with a crystal ball to predict the future when a person is determined to win every argument or disagreement at any cost. Always having to ...
Views: 15686(1 vote) - 25 Inexpensive and Romantic Ideas for Valentine's Day - by You can be romantic this Valentine's Day without spending too much. All it takes is a little creativity and forethought. The key lies in personalizing your celebration and letting your loved one know how special you feel each ordinary day that you are together.
Here are 25 ideas for ...
Views: 2509 - Why Love Relationships Fail - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2006 from Bob MakranskyLove relationships fail because at no time in our training by society are we given a factual model of what a love relationship is, or how to make one succeed. There are fundamentally three levels on which intimate relationships operate, and our social training only prepares us to deal with one ...
Views: 893 - Why Retaliation Affairs Only Make Things Worse - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2006 from Nancy WassonIt’s not unusual for a partner whose mate has had an affair to have a “get even” or “retaliation affair.” The feelings of betrayal and the emotional pain are so devastating that the partner may want to hurt the mate like he (or she) has been hurt. In some cases, the affair is planned out in ...
Views: 5834 - What women should know when dating - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2006 from Nathalie FisetWhat women should know when dating Unlike before, when the total outcome or atmosphere of dating solely depends on the man, women of today have learned how to take part of the entire process. They have realized that in order to make most out on a date, they have their own “roles” to play. They ...
Views: 750 - Unique Wedding Ideas: Everything Old is New Again - 5 Fun Tips for a Retro Wedding - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2006 from Lesley MattosMagazines and websites are bursting with the latest trends in wedding ideas and themes - and just trying to sift through them can be as overwhelming as actually planning an entire wedding! So take a deep breath, relax and consider this: some of the most unique wedding ideas can be found by ...
Views: 964 - How to Cope with a Critical Partner - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2006 from Nancy WassonDo any of these statements describe your feelings? ___ You often feel that your partner criticizes you unfairly. ___ You feel that your partner consistently looks for nit-picking things to criticize. ____You feel that your partner routinely criticizes you for things that have been blown out ...
Views: 13621 - If Money Matters - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2006 from Johanna DocenaTrue enough, a wedding is the most difficult event to plan and prepare for. And it gets even more challenging if the budget is tight. But don't fret, we have come up with some tips to help you stay on track money-wise. 1. Limit your invites to the most important people in your life. Less ...
Views: 692 - How to Keep Jealousy from Destroying Your Relationship - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2006 from Nancy WassonJealousy has often been called the “green-eyed monster,” and with good reason. The “monster” is fueled by envy and can over time devour the trust and harmony in a relationship. According to B.C. Forbes, “Jealousy…is a mental cancer.” It spreads quickly and can be fatal to a relationship. Once ...
Views: 11013(1 vote) - The Real Secret of Attraction - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2006 from Abe KassThe secret of attraction is the unconscious hope for healing and understanding. This is why we are so discriminating in our choice of a marital partner. Not just anyone will do. And when we find the right person we become infatuated and fall head over heels for him or her. Our passion and hope ...
Views: 859 - What Can You Do About Control Issues in Your Relationship? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2006 from Nancy WassonIt’s so much easier to blame your partner than to look at yourself—and this is especially true when relationship control issues are involved. If you’re the more controlling partner, it’s tempting to blame your passive mate for waiting so long to speak up about her (or his) distress over the ...
Views: 12776(1 vote) - Don't fall; Rise in love! - by No topic has been discussed more than love. For ages we have been the audience to great love stories, some happy and some tragic. The mere mention of love puts a shine on some people's face while a layer of sadness appears for those who failed in love relationships. People "fall" in and out of ...
Views: 6115 - I Need You…I Need You Not: Is Needing Part of the Love Equation? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2006 from Gabriella KortschWhy is it that so often when we feel we are in love, we also feel we are in bondage if anything happens to shake the feeling of “security” in the love? Why does love so often make us dependent on the other person? Shouldn’t love be a marvelous and freeing feeling rather than these other ...
Views: 671(2 votes) - Love - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2006 from Yolanda CardenLove He may not look like it, but that Elmo's a love machine. When parents tell me, "My child lives for Elmo," I tell them that Elmo lives because of their child's love for him. I don't just mean that Elmo is alive in their child's imagination, though that is certainly a part of it. That child ...
Views: 948 - How long does it take to rebuild trust? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2006 from Gary DirenfeldHow long does it take to rebuild trust? Sometimes it’s couples where one partner has had an affair. Other times it’s between parents and a teen where the teen has stolen, lied or has been doing drugs. The issue is trust and the question is, “How long does it take to rebuild trust when ...
Views: 6195 - Biology of Love - by Submitted on May 21, 2010 from Janis EricsonIn light of current biological research, it seems that the phrase "madly in love" is not merely a metaphor. There is ample evidence to suggest that falling in love is physiologically similar to mental illness. Disorders like OCD are associated with an imbalance of serotonin, and when studied, ...
Views: 9001(2 votes) - Reflections on Healing a Broken Heart - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2006 from elizabeth spring“You seem to have led a charmed life,” her words echoed uncomfortably in my ears. Yes, after twenty years of marriage all the visible markers of a charmed and successful life were in place: a healthy child, a thriving business, and a beautiful home. But something was wrong, and I knew that ...
Views: 4021 - Everything I Know About Relationship Success I Learned At The Playground - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2006 from Stanley LeffewIt happened again! I was enjoying an evening with my little 2-yr. old son at the playground when, BAM, it happened. You ever have one of those moments in life when you know you are being taught an important lesson? Picture in your mind a chaotic atmosphere of over fifty little children ...
Views: 719 - The Informal Normal In A Black-Tie-Affair World - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2006 from Stanley LeffewWhen it comes to defining love, life and relationships, have you noticed the trend? You ever notice how on programs like "The Bachelor" most of their dating episodes are via limousine escort? They travel to lavish destinations amid scenic splendor. The sunsets are so beautiful you can almost ...
Views: 833 - Challenged by your relationships? Good! - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2006 from John RobsonChallenged by your relationships? Good! by Andrew Schneider Why are our relationships such a challenge? By their very nature, relationships always push us toward duality, toward the opposites. They take us into both the light of our souls and the darkness of our subconscious. They force us to ...
Views: 781(2 votes) - The First Down - Approaching a Man or Woman - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2006 from Jaci RaeYou see a man or a woman who strikes your fancy but you aren't sure how to approach him / her or get to the "first down." This can be a very intimidating and awkward moment, but you can succeed if you are sincere and confident (but not cocky!). Step 1. Occasionally glance over at him / her and ...
Views: 1374 - Is your Marriage at High Risk for Divorce? - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2006 from mike sheryTake this quick test: · Were either of you under 22 when you married? · Did either of you not get your high school diploma or GED? · Do you make under $24,000/year as a couple? · Are you two of different religions? · Did either of your parents divorce? · Are you or your spouse very ...
Views: 617 - Why do Spouses have Affairs? - by Submitted on May 28, 2006 from mike sheryWhy do Spouses have Affairs? Most husbands and wives who cheat on their spouse fully expect that they can continue their marriage and their affair(s) with little disruption. They sneak and hide to cover their tracks so that their spouse is none the wiser. They want both, the marriage and the ...
Views: 3187 - Ah, Newlyweds… then reality sets in. - by Submitted on May 18, 2006 from Gary DirenfeldAh, Newlyweds… then reality sets in. The wedding day is met with much anticipation. Bright eyed, eager, some butterflies, plans in place. So much thought and preparation for a single event. Then the honeymoon and then back to real life. There is often magical thinking that goes into a wedding. ...
Views: 846 - The Top 9 Marital Blunders - by Submitted on May 14, 2006 from mike sheryWhen thinking about my patients, I've noticed a pattern to the marital conflicts that they share. Here's my list of the top ten things that put your marriage at higher risk for break-up and the things you must do to strengthen it. 1) Putting-Down Spouse's Friends/Family Don't badmouth your ...
Views: 594 - How To Treat Your Man Like A Man - by Submitted on May 14, 2006 from Angie LewisAre you a controlling wife? Do you take your husband for granted? Most women don’t realize it but they abuse their husbands daily just by their actions. Many women of today feel that marriage revolves solely around them and their husband’s are supposed to give them everything their heart ...
Views: 8885(1 vote) - Wedding Planning 101: Keep It Simple With A Wedding Timeline For Brides And Grooms - by Submitted on May 12, 2006 from Lesley MattosYou’re Engaged! You certainly want to enjoy this wonderful and magical time in your life but you know that planning your own wedding is going to be a big job! The following checklists might make it a little easier for you to keep it simple, keep it organized and keep you sane! The 12-Month ...
Views: 798 - An Unhappy Marriage: How to Know When It's Really Over - by It's a fact. There are a lot of people who feel unhappy in their marriage. But the real question many of them are asking themselves is, how do I know when my marriage is really over? Is it when your spouse says, "I don't love you anymore?" Is it after an affair takes place? How do you REALLY ...
Views: 5690 - Your Feminine Heart: A New Era of Love (Book Excerpt) - by Moving Beyond Feminism: The New Era of Love & Spiritually Enlightened Women
Women today have entered every facet of industry and business. But the industrialized world is a different place than it was forty years ago. We have evolved. In breaking through the shackles of limitation to gain ...
Views: 780 - How To Make Yourself Irresistible - by Submitted on May 02, 2006 from Cucan PemoHave you always wondered why do kids resist their parents even though they have their interests at heart? This happens to me when I am young. I find that I am attracted towards my friends and buddies in schools than towards my mentors, teachers or even my parents. I never really explored the ...
Views: 755 - Giten on the Inner Man and Woman and Relationships - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2012 from Giten Swami DhyanWhat are the inner man and woman? Our being consists of two energies: the male and female aspect. Irrespective of if we are a man or a woman, we have both a male and female side. Life develops through opposite poles and tendencies for example yes and no, joy and sorrow, light and darkness, ...
Views: 3017 - Listening 101 - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2006 from Curtis G. SchmittOdds are you're not a very good listener... Why would I say something so seemingly condescending? To shock you and get your attention, of course! Face it, if in fact you're not a good listener, then I need to do something special to engage you, don't I? Not to mention, it's probably true. ...
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