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- The One Simple Thing Every Woman Wants - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from lisa mcleodAn open letter to men: We love you, we really do. We know you're different than we are, and we like it that way. It's true we often ask you to act more like we do. But if we're honest, we know - and you know - that our differences make things more interesting and exciting. People ...
Views: 1170(5 votes) - "We Can't Communicate" - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Margaret PaulWhat are couples really meaning when they say, "We can't communicate"?The issue with understanding what this means is what they mean by "communicate."All too often, when a partner states, "We can't communicate," what he or she means is "I can't get my partner ...
Views: 10161(6 votes) - Are You Being Emotionally Abandoned? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2012 from Darlene LancerMany people don’t realize that they’re feeling emotionally abandoned or that they did as a child. They may be unhappy, but can’t put their finger on what it is. People tend to think of abandonment as something physical, like neglect. They also may not realize that loss of physical closeness due ...
Views: 7479(6 votes) - Recovery from Codependency - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2013 from Darlene LancerCodependency is often thought of as a relationship problem and considered by many to be a disease. In the past, it was applied to relationships with alcoholics and drug addicts. It is a relationship problem; however, the relationship that’s the problem is not with someone else, but the ...
Views: 2974(8 votes) - ***Pre-Nuptial Agreement: Should You Have One? - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2012 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. In the September 14th edition of the Huffington Post an article entitled, Prenuptial Agreements Are They Necessary? Two Legal Experts Debate, causes us to chime in on this important debate based upon our 30+ years of research on successful marriage ...
Views: 2379(51 votes) - Relationship- Teen Marriages - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2009 from Francis HoseinYoung teens are getting married because they feel that they cannot do without each other. This is what is happening to many families lately and parents feel they have no choice but to go along with it. Teen are growing up very fast and they may not have the skills to make it happen. ...
Views: 2356(1 vote) - BEING AVAILABLE EVEN IF YOUR THERE. - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2009 from Norman CsarniThe world, as we view it today has become so stressful and demanding. With so much tension from work, environment, and society, you tend to exhaust all your time and energy to meet its demands. By the time you come home to your cozy little home, you are already too tired and expired to make ...
Views: 783(1 vote) - Husbands and wives Apples at The top of the Trees are Amzing - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriHUSBAND / WIFE The Real Wife— Teaches her children to love and serve God always Honors her husband and loves him sacrificially Engages in learning activities that promote holiness in her marriage Redeems and restores her husband when he falls out of grace Expects her husband to be her ...
Views: 1660(2 votes) - Marriage Compatibility - Top 10 Signs - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Thomas M TurnerYou think you are ready to walk down the aisle and say "I do," but you want to make absolute sure that this is the person you are supposed to spend the rest of your life with. Look through this list of the top signs of marriage compatibility. How well suited do you think you really are to each ...
Views: 2169(1 vote) - Men always say they can’t understand women, and that women are so complicated. - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Ryan HughesWell, for many women, it is the exact opposite. Most would give anything to understand what makes men “tick.” Even though women want to know what he’s thinking, men are often reluctant to share what is in their hearts. What’s a woman to do? Rather than describe all the differences between the ...
Views: 2048(1 vote) - The Process of Healing a Broken Heart - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2010 from Greg BakerLoss of sleep, an ache deep in the bit of your stomach, frequent tears, a heart seems to get heavier as the days go on, depression, and feelings of isolation and abandonment are all signs of a broken heart. How, if possible, do you heal from a broken heart? There is no quick fix. If you are ...
Views: 3018(1 vote) - ***ACHIEVING “OK” IS “GREAT” IN MARRIAGE - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2014 from Larry WaldmanIronworks Inc. and Acme Steel have been doing business together for twenty-five years. Ironworks manufactures steel widgets and Acme sells raw steel. These two companies have worked together for all this time for two basic reasons: 1. They need each other. 2. The money is right. Ironworks ...
Views: 1292(2 votes) - ***Five Silly Ideas That Can Hurt Your Marriage Relationship - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from Dr. Neill NeillSome of the old notions about marriage relationships, often stated as wise truths by our grandmothers, are still floating around and are still doing damage. One of my grandmother’s favorites was “Never let the sun set on an argument.” Silly idea number one: never go to bed angry. I ...
Views: 1505(1 vote) - ***How to Enhance and Enrich Your Marriage - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from Garrett CoanAny marriage counselor will tell you that one of the most common problems observed when couples come for help is poor communication skills. People get into trouble in their marriages because they have not developed their ability to listen and communicate. Barriers to Communication These ...
Views: 1066(3 votes) - ***The Functioning Alcoholic and Marriage - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2011 from Dr. Neill NeillI recently received an e-mail from a woman who believes her husband is a functioning alcoholic. Joan (alias) recently took the Alcoholism Test and then emailed me. Although a few details are changed or left out for privacy reasons, Joan began with: "I was researching functional alcoholism ...
Views: 8214(3 votes) - ***The Relationship Trap: "Let's Talk." - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Margaret Paul"Let's talk tonight," said Callie."Oh no, not again!" thought Darren as he gave Callie a blank stare, feeling like a deer in the headlights.Darren knew from past experience that "Let's talk," meant, "Let's talking about what you are doing wrong, and about how ...
Views: 4432(2 votes) - 10 Tips for A Passionate Marriage - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from Kristen BakerThere he is, that guy you had been admiring for some time now. Will he ever notice you? You have to let him know you are there. If not you tell his pal that you would like to meet him for a drink. The butterflies are flying around in your belly, you turn your head for a moment and turn back ...
Views: 4308(2 votes) - 10 Tips When Using an International Wedding Directory - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Mike Gerrish1) First, when using an international wedding directory, you should first find one that has information on the country you need. Under the “International” tab you will usually find a listing of various countries. 2) Next, when you’ve clicked on the correct country, scroll through and make ...
Views: 503(2 votes) - 10 Ways To Improve Your Marriage While It’s Raining - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsYour environment has a dramatic impact on your mood. You wake up in the morning and glance outside, the sun is up without a cloud in the sky, you get in the sunny day mood. Perhaps you feel a bit more energy, You want to get outside and enjoy the weather. On cold blustery days you long to sit by ...
Views: 665(1 vote) - 3 Important Phases For Dealing With Infidelity - Surviving An Affair Solution - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Brenda StewartAfter finding out about the affair, it is common not to know where to start the healing process and once you learn how to deal with infidelity, surviving an affair will become much easier. Because you are experiencing a crisis after your spouse cheated on you it is hard for you to begin saving ...
Views: 1784(2 votes) - 3 Important Rules For Surviving An Affair - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Brenda StewartWhen a couple is surviving an affair they are struggling with regaining the trust because after one of the partners has cheated, the other one is doubting about the cheater's ability to heal after the affair and repairing the relationship. After a spouse has cheated the task of rebuilding the ...
Views: 1276(2 votes) - 3 Secrets to Manage Breakups - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2009 from Andrew HunterAlright, so something happened and now you find yourself alone again. If you are feeling lost and lonely, you likely want to know how to survive a breakup. It is typical for you to feel depressed and hurt after a breakup. It might sound trite, but it will take time to come back from the breakup. ...
Views: 1324(3 votes) - 3 Things to Avoid If You Want to Save Your Marriage - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Mika MaddelaDo you feel as if your marriage is falling apart? Where are the days loving looks, tender caresses, intimate conversations and happy moments you guys used to share together? It's not loss, it's just buried beneath all the accumulated stress brought on by day to day life. When stress gets in the ...
Views: 739(1 vote) - 4 Different Ways To Help Your Marriage Thrive - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from Mika MaddelaThe most important things in our lives is our relationships. So what do you do when your relationship with your husband or wife is deteriorating? Your marriage was once a happy and loving marriage that has now turned into a dark and unhappy aspect of your life. It takes hard work to keep the ...
Views: 769(1 vote) - 4 Soul Mate Mistakes: Avoid These or Suffer - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Scott & Stephen PetulloMost singles want to find a soul mate, but aside from the common romantic assumptions about this elusive magical bond, they generally don't stop to think about the spiritual purpose of soul mates or the true meaning of the term. Thanks to movies, TV, and romance novels, the perception of a ...
Views: 4132(1 vote) - 5 Habits Happy Couples Have - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2013 from nancy traversIt’s important to develop healthy habits of all kinds, and that includes habits that have an impact on your relationship with your spouse. At first, you may have to make an effort to practice positive habits, but after awhile they become part of your routine. It takes about 21 days to establish ...
Views: 1458(1 vote) - 5 Important Financial Planning Tips for Married Couples. - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2013 from Yvonne and George LevyYou are happily married and running a home with your spouse. Congratulations! Your marriage partner is the single most important business partner you have, and your credit, financial reputation and overall economic picture is closely tied to this person who may or may not have the same ...
Views: 1624(2 votes) - 5 Strategies to End Your Turbulent Marriage - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2013 from Rhonda NeelyIf you feel that your marriage needs a change, you may be tempted to point fingers at your significant other. However, real change begins with a good look at that person in the mirror. With the training process outlined in Marriage by Re design, couples learn how to take 100 percent ...
Views: 2332(1 vote) - 5 Successful Marriage Tips When a Spouse is Unemployed - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2010 from Michael and Wanda CollinsHere are 5 successful marriage tips for those who have been affected by the economic down turn. Is this really necessary you ask? When you consider money is among the top three reasons couples divorce today, it really is necessary. Currently, thousands of families across the United States have ...
Views: 3225(2 votes) - 5 Tips to Handle Conflict - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Rhonda NeelyDo you find yourself arguing more and more? Would you like to turn your arguing into communicating? Here are 5 tips to help you out. 1. First and foremost, build your relationship with God. When your relationship with God is strong, very little can cause conflict in your life. 2. ...
Views: 1464(2 votes) - 5 Ways to Stop Feeling Resentful While Living with an Alcoholic Spouse - by Submitted on May 21, 2010 from Angie LewisMost spouses and loved ones of addicts, that have not helped themselves, do feel resentment and anger. They feel resentful for taking care of the alcoholic. They feel resentful for taking the brunt of the abusive behaviors that come with addiction. They feel resentful because they are spending ...
Views: 7898(1 vote) - 5 Ways You're Setting Your Marriage Up to Fail - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Mika MaddelaDo you have a great relationship with your spouse? Do you think that nothing can ever tear you guys apart? Well, many failed marriages start off with that mindset until they begin to make these mistakes. Take preemptive measures to prevent your marriage from becoming a statistic in divorce. Here ...
Views: 811(1 vote) - 6 Tips for Letting Go - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2013 from Darlene LancerHave you been told, “Just let go of it,” or tell yourself, “I have to let go,” but wonder, how? I’ve asked myself that question. Sometimes you want to let go of a worry or an obsession about someone else. You may try to detach, but can't. Other times when you can’t move forward after a major ...
Views: 3007(8 votes) - 6 Ways to Keep Your Relationship as Fresh and Exciting as Your First Date - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2013 from Sulagna DasguptaHave you been in a stable relationship/marriage for quite some time now? In that case chances are you’ve experienced those relationship ruts when you seem too familiar and same old to each other with nothing new to offer. A long and steady relationship often puts us into an everyday rhythm ...
Views: 893(1 vote) - 7 Ways Depression Affects Marriage - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2013 from Chris HartwellDepression can have a huge impact on a marriage. Depression can sometimes respond to treatment, in the form of medication or therapy. However, it can have a huge impact on a marriage in the meantime. Marriage counseling can be effective in helping couples work together when depression ...
Views: 1046(1 vote) - 7 Ways To Save Your Marriage And Get Out Of A Marriage Rut - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2009 from Shane BoydIf your marriage is on the brink of divorce and you’re looking for ways to save your marriage then this article may offer some friendly and useful advice. It’s far too common for marriages to fail simply because one or both parties get bored in the marriage and the sparks simply die out. I’ve ...
Views: 1045(2 votes) - 9 Steps to Forgive an Emotional Affair Without Going Insane - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2012 from Jacob ElichmannAre you struggling to put the past behind you? What if I gave you a simple instruction manual on how to forgive an emotional affair? It's common knowledge that the lies, deception and subsequent broken trust caused by emotional infidelity is much more difficult to forgive than the damage done ...
Views: 30675(2 votes) - A Deeper Look at “Yours, Mine and Ours” - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Joan ChamberlainThe Story Line. This is such a great story, at least from my values perspective (more later on that). It’s really funny, too, but not ridiculous. It’s a very light couple of hours, nothing heavy. And, for most of us that’s a good thing, at least once in a while. Frank and Helen, who were ...
Views: 4302(1 vote) - A Fabulous Honeymoon in Cabo San Lucas - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Thomas ButcherIt doesn’t matter whether your wedding is a grand affair with hundreds of guests, or a small intimate ceremony with only your closest friends. What most newlyweds look forward to with excitement and anticipation is what comes after the nuptials. The long awaited, romantic honeymoon. The time ...
Views: 956(1 vote) - A Gift for Your Husband - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from Lorrie FlemThe biggest gift you have for your husband is yourself. Let’s look at what Solomon’s love said about him along this line in Song of Songs 7:10, “I belong to my lover, and his desire is for me.” Did you notice the confidence and pride with which she says this? She happily proclaims that ...
Views: 1110(2 votes) - A Happy Marriage Does Not Just Happen... - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2013 from Yvonne and George LevyIf you are married and you are reading this, you probably know what I’m talking about: The wedding day came and went. So did the honeymoon. And then you are back to “real life” to do what, according to romantic novels, movies and fairytales is known as “living happily ever after.” And it ...
Views: 1390(1 vote) - 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: 11807(3 votes) - A Marriage To Remember - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Jay LindsaySeveral weeks ago my best friend from high school, “Big Bad John” Friedrich, died in Westfield, New York after a 19-year battle with Huntington’s chorea, a devastating disease of the central nervous system that is hereditary. During my junior and senior years, John and I sang together in a ...
Views: 840(1 vote) - Addressing a Betrayal or an Emotional Affair by Linda Lipshutz, MS, ACSW - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from linda lipshutzI Want to Believe Him, But………. In today’s world, we like to think of ourselves as worldly and open-minded in our love relationships, but what happens when our instincts are telling us that something is not quite right? Listen to your Gut Feelings!!!!! It wasn’t too long ago that family ...
Views: 2115(1 vote) - Advantages of Premarital Counseling - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2010 from Julie ColemanThe term "premarital counseling" is a bit of a misnomer. The main object is to teach relationship skills and help give the couple tools to get through difficulties in their upcoming marriage. People use the term "premarital counseling", but it's not so much helping solve specific problems that a ...
Views: 3078(3 votes) - Affairs: The Ultimate Challenge - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Sharon RivkinAn affair is one of the most difficult challenges a couple can face. It is a powerful catalyst that can either end the relationship or take it to a greater level of intimacy. An extreme symptom of a relationship that has been in trouble for some time, affairs do not happen out of the blue. ...
Views: 2242(2 votes) - After All the Years… - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2012 from Susan Schwartz, Ph.D.There is a common cartoon, with many variations, showing a woman making a pie. The man is commenting that she made the pie for years thinking all the time that he liked this kind of pie. And now, after 30 years he was hardly going to tell her the truth which was no, he did not like the pie. ...
Views: 1146(1 vote) - After the Wedding: What to Expect During the First Year of Marriage - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2009 from Lauri Allison LaBadieBy this time, most of us have probably attended at least one wedding this summer. I went to one last weekend, and my dear friends Lauri and Jeff, the co-owners of TherapyLinx.com, will be tying the knot in just a few weeks. That got me to thinking how these happy, glowing effervescent brides’ ...
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