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- Age Differences in Dating - by Submitted on May 29, 2016 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance gets a lot of 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 can find this ...
Views: 1377(2 votes) - 10 Factors That Promote Intimacy - by Submitted on May 27, 2016 from Linda and Charlie BloomEmotional intimacy is a foundational aspect of all great relationships. The word “intimacy” refers to the experience of being fully seen and comes from the Latin “intimus” meaning innermost. When we share this experience with another, we feel whole, complete, and at one with the world. Yet we ...
Views: 1469 - Cherish Your Loved One with an Amazing Birthday Gift - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2017 from Lauren JohnsonGiving gift to someone is a disturbing matter. Sometimes you want to get the special attention of your loved one, but you get failed in this task. Because! You do not get the right idea of what to gift. To sort out this problem we have come up with amazing birthday gift ideas. You will ...
Views: 2261 - Singles: In a Dating Rut but You're Ready to Fly? - by Submitted on May 23, 2016 from Daydree HornerSingles - Spring has sprung! Birds are singing and butterflies are mating. It’s in the air! Are you ready to become a love magnet? Or are you feeling stuck and a little lost getting back out in the dating world? If so, here are a few tips to get you moving: 1) Energy - How do you feel ...
Views: 1342 - Is My Ex Boyfriend Over Me - Signs Your Ex Boyfriend Wants You Back (19 Signs He Still Loves You) - by Submitted on May 22, 2016 from Michael UadialeHow will you ever know if your ex wants you back... if you don't even know the SIGNS that your ex wants you back? You probably have seen some behavior from him that you think might be a sign, so I'll do what I can to give you some hope. What can you do to get your ex back? What are the ...
Views: 2919 - I Think About My Ex All The Time - I Think About My Ex A Lot - by Submitted on May 22, 2016 from Michael UadialeBreakups are not the nicest event in anybody’s life. It bring tears, anger and hatred. Sometimes, people will go all the way to hurt their ex for the break up without going through and evaluate the situation with a rational mind. Some of you girls will hate your ex-boyfriend and there are ...
Views: 960 - How To Make Up With Your Ex Boyfriend / Girlfriend - How To Get The One You Love Back - by Submitted on May 22, 2016 from Michael UadialeSo you recently broke up with the one you love and you feel like you can't live without them. You think about it everyday; your relationship was not meant to end and you want your lover back in your life, back in your arms. Well, pull yourself together and stop moping because here are a few ...
Views: 1423 - Amazing Anniversary Travel Ideas to Make Your Year Extra Special - by Submitted on May 20, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyAnyone who is in a long-term relationship knows how important it is to celebrate each anniversary that passes by doing something special together. To spend some extra special time with your loved one, there are a number of places you could visit for an incredible getaway. When you want to travel ...
Views: 1122 - Dr. Romance on Less Talk, More Action - by Submitted on May 18, 2016 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: Those of you who have read my articles know that I am always talking about the importance of good communication, urging better communication, and giving skills for being better understood. Communication is one of the most important aspects of relationships; positive and ...
Views: 1130 - Cory Martin's LOVE SICK: A Memoir about a young woman's journey dating with M.S. and her path to finding balance - by Submitted on May 14, 2016 from Holly WatsonEXCERPT FROM LOVE SICK by Cory Martin Reprinted with Permission from Write Out! Publishing Copywright: Cory Martin, 2016 OMG. FML. I am too old for initial speak, or internet jargon, but this is the kind of shit that’s floating around my brain these days. My life has always been simple, ...
Views: 1206 - 3 Secrets to Ever-Lasting Love - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2016 from Bere BlissenbachAs current divorce rates show, staying in love is not something we can take for granted. Despite this realization, modern society does not prepare couples well for making their relationship last. For instance, romantic movies typically end at the point where a lifelong relationship begins - ...
Views: 1481 - The Key to Nourishing My Relationships - by Submitted on May 06, 2016 from Orsolya HernoldI am grateful to be living in a loving relationship with my partner, for more than ten years now. I also have a good relationship with my children–and I even count those times when they use all their creative energies to annoy us until it is unbearable, as well as those times when I am too tired ...
Views: 973 - Relationships: Can The End Of A Relationship Trigger Someone's Childhood Pain? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen a relationship starts, there is the chance that one will experience a lot of pleasure, and then as time passes, this could change. This is not to say that this will go from being a something that has a positive effect on their life, to something that has a negative effect. What this ...
Views: 1710 - How to Get Over Your Ex Girlfriend When You Still Love Her - Amazing 5 Tips - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2016 from Alex J. StevensonHaving trouble forgetting your ex? Do you miss the way that they smiled at you? How they smelled? The way their hands felt in your hands? Do you think you see them on the street when really it’s a stranger? Do you still hear certain songs that reminds you of them? When is a big part of ...
Views: 2673 - Relationships: Is Being Curious An Important Part Of Experiencing Intimacy? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to go and see their doctor, there is a strong chance that they would be the point off focus. This is primarily due to the fact that one is likely to be there because they have a problem and the doctor is there to assist them with what is taking place. One way of looking at this ...
Views: 1682 - Dr. Romance on: The Power of Politeness - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2016 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: Politeness and sensitivity are not held in high esteem in the media these days. The nastiest politicians get the most air time. Many media spokespeople, stars and commentators, “gangsta” rappers, nasty radio talk show stars and “edgy” comedians; as well as personalities ...
Views: 1754(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: Age-Gap in Gay Relationship - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2016 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: Thank you for such a wonderfully positive article on "generation-gap" relationships. I just finished reading "What's Behind the Trend of Women Dating Younger Men?". Although I am in a gay-relationship, I read the article with ...
Views: 1705(1 vote) - "To Really Trust a Woman" - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2016 from Barry and Joyce Vissell(Excerpt from the Vissell’s not-yet published book, To Really Love a Woman) To really love a woman is to give her your complete trust. I love the line in Bryan Adams’ song, “… and when you find yourself lying helpless in her arms, you know you really love a woman.” To lay helpless in her ...
Views: 1816 - Relationships: Is Someone A Victim If They Always End Up In Abusive Relationships? - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile some people end up in relationships that have a positive effect on their life, there are others that don’t. And while this can mean that they are used to being with people who are not a good match, this could be an understatement. Instead, they could find that they end up with people ...
Views: 1411 - ***To Really Trust a Woman - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2016 from Barry and Joyce VissellTo really love a woman is to give her your complete trust. I love the line in Bryan Adams’ song, “… and when you find yourself lying helpless in her arms, you know you really love a woman.” To lay helpless in her arms, you need to give up control and be vulnerable. You need to trust that she ...
Views: 1614 - Self-talk Saves Marriage, Other Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2016 from Marcia Naomi BergerPeople don't just get upset. They contribute to their upsetness. -- Albert Ellis Maybe you've heard the joke that talking to yourself is the first sign of madness. Actually, the good ...
Views: 1529 - Tips to Thrive in Later-in-Life Marriage - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2016 from Marcia Naomi Berger"So what's the secret for a good marriage?" asked Ellen, 72. She's been single since her early twenties, after divorcing her physically abusive ex-husband. "Choose wisely and learn what it takes to succeed in marriage," I said instinctively. Never Too Late for Love While this ...
Views: 2056 - 4 Exciting Ways to Keep the Spice in Your Relationship - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2016 from Anica OaksLet's face it: being with someone for a long period of time can become boring. If you're trying desperately to keep the romance fires burning, you may want to try these four ways to spice up your relationship. 1. Shower Them with Love Letters Sometimes it's the simple things that mean the ...
Views: 1487 - ***When You Are Being Nice, Are You Loving Or Controlling? - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2016 from Margaret PaulBy Margaret Paul, Ph.D. March 21, 2016 ________________________________________ There can be a big difference in intent between being nice and being loving. Being nice might be manipulative, while being loving means being authentic. ________________________________________ Our ...
Views: 1468 - Ouch! Best Responses to a Difficult Person - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2016 from Marcia Naomi BergerIs there a difficult person in your life? ll of us are likely to know someone who "pushes our buttons." The person could be almost anyone -- a spouse, in-law, other relative, friend, coworker, boss--or even (gasp!) our self! Which reminds me of what Rabbi Joseph Richards said: "People are ...
Views: 2313 - Dear Dr. Romance: I'm married and I still can't forget about my first love - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2016 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I don't even know where to start… I just did the most stupid thing alive!! I send the man I can't forget a text message…and he did not reply. I don't think he wants to speak to me. He knows I'm married. I was 20 years old when I fell in love with him. I was ...
Views: 1810(1 vote) - Dr. Romance on The Freedom of Maturity - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2016 from Tina Tessina"And then, not expecting it, you become middle-aged... You achieve a wonderful freedom. It is a positive thing." -- Doris Lessing Maturity or middle age means different things to different people, writes Dr. Romance, but for most, reaching a mature age means developing a new set of ...
Views: 1418(1 vote) - Can You Talk about Money with Your Partner? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2016 from Marcia Naomi BergerDepending on who you are, talking about money with a partner may be taboo, acceptable, or somewhere in between. In many cultures and families, it is not okay to talk about money. In others, it's fine to speak openly about it. Regardless of which category you fit into, understanding the source of ...
Views: 1619 - Did You Know Marrying Takes Leap of Faith? - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2016 from Marcia Naomi BergerMany singles are conflicted about marrying. They yearn for the fulfillment a good marriage brings but are afraid to commit. They fear it won't work out, which given the current high rate of marriage failures, is understandable. It should come as no surprise that it takes a leap of faith to ...
Views: 1683 - How to Make a Man Adore You: 3 Ways You May Not Know Of - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2016 from James SmithHave you been searching for ideas on how to make a man adore you? Are you at that point where you've found a man that has the potential to be "Mr. Right" and you would do anything to make him feel the same way? Believe it or not, there are a ton of women that find themselves in this position. ...
Views: 2383 - How Brainstorming Ends Disagreements, Makes Couples Happy - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2016 from Marcia Naomi BergerDo you sometimes feel like you and your partner are stuck in a disagreement? By using the brainstorming for solutions technique, you can end up with a resolution with which you're both happy. Corporations use a structured brainstorming process in order to make good decisions. This method also ...
Views: 1987 - Win Your Ex Back With Beautiful Roses - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2016 from Ayiba Tiemo• Appearance is Key I have always said looking good is good business, everyone wants to be associated with an attractive person. Be conscious of yourself, look smart and neat, take a minute to admire yourself, appreciate you, love yourself so others can also love you. When going out, make sure ...
Views: 1020 - Are you a ‘Bargain Basement Betty’? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2016 from Pam ThomasImagine clothing racks where all the items are stuffed on hangers and shoved onto the racks in no particular order. Crumpled shiny shirts like the ones John Travolta wore in Saturday Night Fever, co-mingling with pairs of brightly colored spandex leggings circa 1980. In between the disarray of ...
Views: 1412(1 vote) - TOP 10 REASONS TO LOVE BEING MARRIED TO A CHIROPRACTOR - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2016 from Dr. Charles V. NicolaiBy Stephanie Adams-Nicolai After decades of being a professional model, author, playmate, financial investor, and media personality, I have to tell you, I have a very tough skin when it comes to all the nonsense, gossip, blatant jealousy of others laced with hearsay. My official web sites ...
Views: 3792 - 3 Essential Guidelines for Better Communication With Your Partner - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2016 from Michael BroderBefore that loving Valentine's Day momentum fades away, think of this season as a great time to focus on effective communication with your partner. So regardless of what else is going on between the two of you, by keeping these essentials of good communication in mind, you can only make things ...
Views: 1715 - How to Get your Ex Girlfriend Back, Sure techniques - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2016 from Ayiba TiemoFrankly it may be difficult to get your ex back especially when he see’s someone he already likes. But it is possible, first step is to have a positive ideology that you will have him back and no one is as pretty as you to take him from you. On how to get your Ex girlfriend back ; Well there is ...
Views: 1029 - February 2016 Earth Spirit Journal: Open Your Heart - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2016 from Gregory Reece-SmithWelcome to Shamanics in Portugal´s Journal. Our intention is to remind you our readers, friends and connections we are all part of a much larger, ever evolving community. Seeking to widen our audience, the Journal is available on YouTube so that you can listen to it as well as view some of the ...
Views: 1527(1 vote) - Finding Love - How I Found Success At Last - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2016 from Suzanne ZachariaOh my goodness. This was a life-changer that I learned in a workshop, the short course that changed the course of my life. I met my love after 5 years of being single and feeling more and more lonely, till that fated evening when I found out what I really wanted in a partner. And soon enough, ...
Views: 1540(1 vote) - The Truth About Love, Hurt, and Anger - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2016 from Janet PfeifferWe're all familiar with the phrase, "love hurts". Too often, we take a witty cliché and assign truth to it. We then refer to it in times when it brings comfort, helps us to make a decision, or emphasizes a point. In reference to "love hurts", those who have been betrayed by someone they loved ...
Views: 2027 - Connecting to Unconditional Self-Love: 7 Tips - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2016 from Estra RoellWhen we think of love, especially on Valentine’s Day, we think of romantic love. Romantic love is great and we all want it! It’s necessary to keep the species going and so it is hard wired into us. Dr. Helen Fisher, a top biological anthropologist, says romantic love is “one of the most ...
Views: 1577 - How to Get my Ex Boyfriend Back, One sure sign - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2016 from Ayiba TiemoYou find yourself thinking about your ex every time, you wonder if he has just as much thoughts for you as you do because deep in your heart you want your ex back. Hold on for a sec…all you think about is having your ex in your arms again. The good news is, there is a way to have your ex ...
Views: 1275 - Talking to Yourself Can Save Your Marriage - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2016 from Marcia Naomi Berger"People don't just get upset. They contribute to their upsetness." -- Albert Ellis For a good relationship, who do you think is the most important person with whom you should ...
Views: 1640 - WINNING COLORS FOR 2016 - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2016 from Judith RyanOn February 8, 2016 the exciting and vibrant year of the Fire Money begins. The Monkey is known as the Trickster in the Chinese zodiac. Beware of his ability to seduce you into his “monkey business”. If you’re gullible, his antics can prove to be quite costly for you financially and ...
Views: 2019 - 4 Online Dating Tips for Beginners - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2016 from Patrick BanksOnce you have decided to take the plunge and to start Internet dating, there are some important basics that you need to know. Many people set themselves up with the expectation that love is just around the corner and will drop into their laps in an instant, metaphorically speaking but just ...
Views: 1819(2 votes) - Dear Donna Financial Advice Column #5 How to Send Love in a Big Way for Valentine's Day at a small cost! Sat. 1/23/16 - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2016 from Donna LeeDear Donna Financial Advice Column #5 How to Send Love in a Big Way for Valentine's Day at a Small Cost 1/23/16 Sat. (I am not a certified financial planner but a financial coach and I cannot offer any investment advice by law.) Q.--How can I express my love on Valentine's Day in a Big Way ...
Views: 1405 - Love Quotes For Him On Any Occasion - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2016 from Chris ChandraSo…we might be a little early but I thought I’d add some spark before Valentine’s Day. You see, sometimes the best advice for relationships is to just give plain old love quotes or messages to your loved one. These simple gestures are perfect because it requires little effort and gives your ...
Views: 4572(2 votes) - 7 Must Do's Before Moving In - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2016 from Tina TessinaAccording to results from a recent GfK Roper poll, more than 80 percent of divorced Americans still believe in marriage, but we all know more than half of marriages don’t make it, for various reasons. Cupid, the ancient Roman god of love, was blind. In mythology, he’s been represented as a ...
Views: 1820(2 votes) - Is Ego Destroying Your Relationship? - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2016 from Kemi SogunleRelationships experience ups and downs and can sometimes lead to breakups and heartaches but is ego part of what is destroying your relationship? If you take a deep look at relationships across the globe, be it in the workplace, government or personal, pride/ego shows up when there is a ...
Views: 1774 - Dr. Romance's Fair Fight Guidelines - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2016 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: Almost forty years of marriage counseling and thirty-four years of a second marriage have convinced me that fights are not necessary in a marriage. Married couples need to have discussions, they need to solve problems, and sometimes they need to ...
Views: 1381(2 votes) - What Does Marriage Mean to You? - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2016 from James SmithWithin marr iage, there is often a struggle between intima cy and separateness. You want to be close to your spouse, yet maintain your own individuality or separateness. There are times you want to be alone and times you want to feel totally connected. One of the ways you may overcome ...
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