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- Why People Have Marital Affairs - by Submitted on May 10, 2010 from Peggy FergusonWhy, when most people believe in monogamous marriages, and that affairs are "wrong", are so many couples struggling to recover from infidelity? Most people do not intend to have an affair and most couples never would have believed that it would happen to them. Affairs happen in the marriages of ...
Views: 2419(2 votes) - Our Marriage Is In Trouble But My Spouse Won't Go to Marriage Counseling: 7 Reasons Why Your Spouse May Resist Counseling - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Peggy FergusonThe idea of marriage counseling is usually brought up and pursued by one partner, initially. The possibility of marriage counseling is often an ongoing debate or discussion for sometime before couples actually find their way to the counselor's office. There are a number of reasons why one ...
Views: 2630 - Sex Advice Nobody Else Will Give You - by Submitted on May 07, 2010 from Alisa BowmanNobody Else Is willing to Impart to You When you received the Birds and the Bees conversation from Mom and Dad, it most likely centered on two objectives: how you can get around unintentionally creating a child and the way to steer clear of becoming infected with a disease that has no ...
Views: 2257(3 votes) - A Sure Marriage-Killer: The War Between the Sexes - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Noelle NelsonYou glare at your husband over the kitchen table, the family checkbook held hostage between you. “Dryer!” you snap. “Carburetor!” he retorts. “Pay down credit cards!” you demand. “Put away for savings!” he insists. And it’s like this all the time. It’s not just that you can’t seem to agree on ...
Views: 1350(5 votes) - Humility - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Radomir SamardzicThis is what the dictionary says about what we mean by Humility: humility |(h)yo??milit?| noun a modest or low view of one's own importance; humbleness. But is this really enough to grasp the whole importance humility plays, or does NOT play in our lives? Is being humble a positive or ...
Views: 4116(5 votes) - Natural Relationships - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Radomir SamardzicIn the last few years since I’ve been selling The Relationship Saver and coaching people in their relationships, I have come to see an interesting trend in age-old beliefs and behaviors taken for granted, never questioning whether they work or if there is a better way to do things. Namely, there ...
Views: 1836(8 votes) - Relationship Advice That Starts With You - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Shela DeanDo an Amazon search on "self-improvement" or "self-help" and you'll get a long list of books to choose from (including my book Frequent Foreplay Miles, Your Ticket to Total Intimacy). There are books on how to have better communication, better sex, more intimacy, fair fights, more fun, less ...
Views: 1363(4 votes) - The Collaborative Wedding Budget: Coordinating Multiple Parties with Ease - by Submitted on May 03, 2010 from Cherie JohnsonFor husbands-and-brides-to-be with large, extended families, they often find that both sets of parents, and perhaps even grandparents, want to chip in to help defray the soaring cost of today's weddings, which, on average, come in at a whopping $20,000. Many couples, too, are electing to pick up ...
Views: 1133(5 votes) - ***Does Marriage Improve Your Health? - by Submitted on May 03, 2010 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzAmerica’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts Over the past decade there have been a number of research articles expounding on the positive virtues of marriage and good health. We have reported on them. And as you know, there are some very strong opinions that accompany the research findings – ...
Views: 4995(47 votes) - My Wife Left Me: Christian Advice - by Submitted on May 03, 2010 from Michael and Wanda CollinsThe phrase "My wife left me", has become a common phrase echoed in many Christian homes. While the phrase itself is grammatically small, the implications behind it are rather large. Why on earth would a Christian wife simply pack her belongings and walk out? Well, there are a number of reasons ...
Views: 5907(3 votes) - What Is Your Relationship Climate? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2010 from Susan DerryIntentionally or not, you have created a relationship climate for all of your relationships. The quality of those relationships has a lot to do with this climate. Relationship climate has little to do with the exact words that you speak or the things that you do. You can say or do the exact same ...
Views: 6374(4 votes) - A Love Letter To Your Spouse - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2010 from Dawgelene SangsterWhen was the last time you took time out of your busy schedule to write your spouse a letter? Not just a list of to-dos or a grocery list, but a love letter saying how much you appreciate them and value having them in your life. We get caught up in everyday life, that we allow our marriages to ...
Views: 11795(3 votes) - Marriage: The Anticipated Birthday Gift - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2010 from Dawgelene SangsterDo you remember what birthdays were like when you were a child? You anxiously awaited your birthday gifts so you could unwrap them. You didn't really know what to expect sometimes, but the excitement of getting that gift was well worth the wait. Your spouse is like that much anticipated birthday ...
Views: 1443(3 votes) - Why Many Marriages Fail - Expecting Too Much and Not Trying Hard Enough - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from leonard rosmarinIt is not necessary to be a keen observer of the social scene to realize that the marital relationship as we know it is floundering and, in many cases, sinking. The divorce rate is astronomical and shows no sign of slowing down. Intelligent and experienced people rush into matrimony with the ...
Views: 2754(2 votes) - In Praise of Marriage - How to Stay in Love and Joyously Married - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from leonard rosmarinMarriages are going down the drain at an alarming rate. Many of those that seem to be surviving are fraught with terrible tensions and anxieties. Thus, it seems foolhardy on my part to sing the praises of what some people refer to contemptuously as "an institution." Yet, despite all this damning ...
Views: 1849(2 votes) - The Greatest Reason Why Marriages Struggle To Recover From Problems - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Greg BakerEvery couple will have their ups and downs. But more and more marriages struggle to recover from problems, issues, and difficulties. Many marriages survive these problems, but they don’t recover. They are like a volcano sealed with a plastic lid. It won’t hold. It will explode. But why? ...
Views: 2912(3 votes) - The Ten Christian Principles For A Successful Marriage - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Greg BakerI’ve counseled and been the pastor of marriages for years. In all that time, I have come to realize what makes a successful marriage. Any marriage, and I mean any marriage, that follows these ten principles will be successful. Yes, these are Christian principles. Here are the Ten Principles ...
Views: 11838(3 votes) - What Every Bride to Be Ought to Know about Couture Wedding Dresses - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Marcus LyleMost people have been frustrated by today’s sizing system. You head out to the store, knowing that you fit into a pair of size 6 jeans. But when you go in one store, their size 6 is tight. In another store, the size 6 hangs on you. You decide which pair is close enough to the fit you ...
Views: 687(2 votes) - Better Emotional Intimacy - 50 Ways to Love Your Lover - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2010 from Shela DeanIn 1975 Paul Simon released his hit song "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover." I recently looked up the lyrics and discovered something I'd failed to notice in 1975 when I was hummin' along. The song is about a woman giving a man advice on how to extricate himself from his current relationship. The ...
Views: 1607(2 votes) - Wedding Dresses: Stand Out Silhouettes - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2010 from Richard HayesEvery blushing bride wants to look her best on the big day. The most central element that trumps nearly every other aspect of wedding planning is, of course, the bridal gown. However, since buying an upscale gown is often a once in a lifetime prospect, it can be tough to find your footing when ...
Views: 923(2 votes) - Making The Little Things Count In Your Relationship - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Rachel MohebanMaking The Little Things Count In Your Relationship In my experience with couples in relationships, it’s usually the little things that count. Let me tell you a story by way of example… (this is a fictional scenario): John and Joan have been married for 5 years and are still very much in ...
Views: 1540 - A Few Tips to Cut Down the Wedding Costs - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Eli KellerOne of the most thought about factor which in most of the cases becomes big concern is the costs during the weddings. The wedding costs can vary depending upon your choice and requirements. Some people want the entitle wedding process to be very lavish and affluent. For all these people the ...
Views: 695 - Knowing How To Fix a Marriage - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2010 from Jessica AndrewsHave you been feeling as though your marriage is not as solid as it once was in the past? Rest assured you are not alone to feel that your relationship has stagnated after being married for awhile. Maybe you are beginning to take each other for granted, or not seeing the fact that your ...
Views: 750 - Great Tips on How Do I Save My Marriage? - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2010 from Jessica AndrewsDo you ever wonder why so many people are able to stay together for 40 or 50 years? The fact is, many people who last a long time never brush a problem under the rug. If you find yourself seeking ways to keep your marriage from failing, chances are you have taken the 1st step, and accepted ...
Views: 704 - Help With Marriage Problems - What You Need to Know... - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2010 from Jessica AndrewsHelp with marriage problems are needed by most couples at some points in their relationship. Just because you are going through issues in your marriage, even if you've never had this amount of trouble in the past, does not mean that everything is going to come] to a tragic end. Failures ...
Views: 809 - Make the Announcement of Your Relationship in Most Innovative Ways - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2010 from Eli KellerThe most special moment of your life happens when you get the love of your life.The decision of choosing the right life partner for you is one of the most prime decisions of your life. When you make this decision, the next step is to announce it before all your family members and friends. Such a ...
Views: 541 - Handy Tips for Gaining Marriages Ending In Divorce Statistics - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2010 from Jessica AndrewsWhat Are The Chances? Thousands of people get married every day, and for many of them it is the happiest day of their lives. Of course every couple begins marriage hoping that the relationship will be happy forever. A quick review of the data behind the marriages ending in divorce ...
Views: 713 - ***How is the Current Recession Affecting Marriage? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. For the past several weeks we have been pouring over as much data as we can get our hands on to answer a question we are often asked – “How is the current Recession affecting marriage in the USA?” The answer is complicated. Here’s what we do ...
Views: 4794(45 votes) - Love, Marriage and Kids…How to Make it Work - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtLet’s be honest. The relationship we have with our spouse is different than before we had children. Our time and energy is split, we have more responsibilities, and being intimate can sometimes feel like just another chore on the “To do list”. Although it is true that our relationship is ...
Views: 854(4 votes) - Here is a Method for Choosing Wedding Favors - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2010 from Brian RollinsWhen you invite people to attend your wedding, you aren’t just offering up a free buffet and an open bar. You are asking them to witness the ceremonial bonding of your soul to another’s. The people you decide to surround yourself with on your wedding day are the most important people in your ...
Views: 515 - Expressing Yourself Using the Question Tree Technique - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Greg BakerExpressing yourself is not always easy. There can be many things that go wrong when you try to express yourself. Misunderstandings are perhaps the most destructive communication mishaps in relationships. So how do you solve it? No method is perfect, especially when you are dealing with someone ...
Views: 2827(12 votes) - Dealing With Unrealistic Expectations In Marriage - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2010 from Greg BakerOne of the great relationship destroyers is that of unrealistic expectations. Expecting something out of the relationship that the other is either ignorant of, unwilling to provide, or simply unable to provide. Frustration and anger is the result. This article deals with differing expectations ...
Views: 11176(7 votes) - Signs of a Controlling Relationship - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2010 from Michael FehlauerThe following are signs of a controlling relationship: 1. Flattery – Flattery is different than a compliment – A compliment adds to a person. It builds within you a sense of confidence free from any ulterior motives. Flattery on the other hand is insincere and selfish in its motive – which is ...
Views: 3772(7 votes) - ***The Ten Essential Virtues of Love - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2010 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. This morning, a great friend of ours sent along an article that we were really taken with. For those who have read our book, Building a Love that Lasts (Jossey-Bass/Wiley 2010), you may recall a chapter entitled, “A Tribute to Lasting Love” (pp. ...
Views: 8794(47 votes) - The Cause of Marriage Stress in Christian Marriage - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2010 from Michael and Wanda CollinsWhat causes marriage stress? Well, believe it or not, your words have the power to cause a lot of stress and damage in your marriage. That is, when you choose not to control them. The right words can extinguish a volatile situation, but the wrong words can add fuel to an already blazing ...
Views: 2213(1 vote) - Creating Emotionally Safe Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2010 from Michael Fehlauer1. Safe relationships involve suspending judgment – I can’t begin to recount the times I’ve jumped to conclusions regarding my judgment of someone’s motives. Even though “what” someone has done is clear, “why” they did it is rarely as obvious. It takes time and patience to discover what is in ...
Views: 2573(11 votes) - Organizing & Marriage: 'Til Death (or Disorganization!) Do You Part - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2010 from Lisa MontanaroI've worked with many couples as a professional organizer over the last 7 years. Many of them are married, some are domestic partners, others just roommates, etc. My background as a trained mediator often comes in handy during these client sessions. Often, during an organizing assessment, a ...
Views: 1648(3 votes) - I Am Tired and Sore (And What That Has To Do With Saving Your Marriage!) - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2010 from Lee BaucomI admit it! I am tired. I am sore. I have discovered muscles I didn't know I had, and ones I didn't know could hurt! Here's the thing: for years, I have been a trail runner. I love being in the woods, seeing the changing seasons, and running with my Yellow Lab, Sunny. We have a blast! ...
Views: 1905(3 votes) - Dr. Romance: Stop Reacting and Start Relating - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2010 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: Richard and I will celebrate our 28th anniversary next month, and we agree there’s no better delight than sharing life with a loving partner, when you get along as well as we do. Money, Sex and Kids: Stop Fighting about the Three Things That Can Ruin Your Marriage is all ...
Views: 1592(5 votes) - Why Every Married Couple Ought To Date - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2010 from Greg BakerFor some reason, many couples find that much of the intrigue and interest in their relationship dwindled after marriage. One reason may be that the effort of pursuit and being pursued as evidenced by dating is no longer a part of the couples’ lives. Dating, at least once a week, will renew the ...
Views: 2136(8 votes) - ROMANTIC ANNIVERSARY IDEAS Setting the Mood for a Lifetime of Joy - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Odessa LemenceRomantic love is a combination of desire and care for your mate to make you feel 'in love' with. It can generate many powerful feelings and it strengthens and enlivens the marriage relationship. Like a tender plant, your mate's romantic nature can fully blossom only in a nurturing environment. ...
Views: 1673(2 votes) - Emotional Intimacy Starts With Touching - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2010 from Shela DeanTouch is essential to intimacy. Okay, I know you think I've just stated the obvious but I'm not talking about that kind of intimacy. I'm talking about emotional intimacy and the hand holding, arms around the waist, bear hugging, back rubbing, cheek kissing, fist bumping, high fiving, shoulder ...
Views: 3539(3 votes) - Is it too easy to get a divorce these days? Advice to Help You Through Relationship Rough Spots - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Susie and Otto CollinsA recent article in Psychology Today discusses the current state of marriage in the U.S. The author of the article asserts that couples in the U.S. today have too many choices-- and this is leading them to get divorced when the going gets rough. We don't get the sense that this Psychology ...
Views: 1750 - How to save marriage - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2010 from yanxue wuHow to save marriage? Is that a common question that you keep asking yourself? Due tothe stresses of modern day life, marriage problems are increasing day by day. Separations usually occur when the stress of married life finally gets too much. Theimpact that this can have on both parties is an ...
Views: 574 - Your Emotional Health and Your Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Michael FehlauerYour relationships are affected by your emotional health. The healthier you are emotionally the stronger your relationships will be with others. The best thing you can do for your spouse, family and loved ones is to take care of yourself. Here are some tips on how to take care of yourself so you ...
Views: 1514(5 votes) - Christian Romance Tips for Wives - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Michael and Wanda CollinsAll right woman of God, it's time you turned up the heat. Not in the kitchen, silly girl, in your bedroom. Yes, I know you work a full-time job, you cook, you clean, and you take care of the children. But the back burner is no place for your love life sweetie. You see, romance is an essential ...
Views: 1771(5 votes) - Biblical Marriage Separation Advice - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Michael and Wanda CollinsNeed marriage separation advice? Does the thought of separating from your spouse sound like a good idea? Well, unfortunately my friend, everything that sounds good is not good. As a Christian, you must be very careful that you are being led by the Holy Spirit and Godly principals rather than by ...
Views: 3721 - Save Your Marriage - From Misunderstanding to All Out War - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Daryl CampbellIn many films the great comedic team of Laurel and Hardy used a basic premise. A slight misunderstanding with some third party in the beginning of the movie makes a slow steady march to all out war by the end of the film. It's a comedy formula that has gotten many laughs over the years. ...
Views: 761 - The Relationship Exchange - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Carolynn AristoneDo you ever feel disconnected from your partner? Like you have needs that do not get fulfilled and you've tried to express this but somehow, the message doesn't get across? Or maybe you are on the receiving end of a frustrated partner. We often mistake change in a relationship as dependant ...
Views: 1254 - How to be Happy in Marriage - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Michael Fehlauer1. Don’t look to others to make you happy – The first step in discovering how to be happy in marriage is recognizing the true source of happiness. In most relationships we are initially attracted to another person because they make us feel good about ourselves. Yet, if the marriage is to grow we ...
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