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- Empower Yourself to Succeed in Marrying - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2015 from Marcia Naomi BergerIf you're a woman who's been wanting marriage for a long time, and it hasn't happened, possibly your attitude has been holding you back. Women in my "Marry with Confidence" workshops have expressed these attitudes: • All the good men are married. • There aren't enough single men in my ...
Views: 1474(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: It is sad that I cannot stop loving him - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I told my husband that if he cannot be with me as his wife and does not give me the place that a wife should have that I wanted to go on with my life and file the papers. He stopped seeing the other woman for a weekend. Then, on the Thursday that followed, he called me ...
Views: 1140(1 vote) - Narcissism, Trump-isms, and Realism: The Narcissist's Illusion of Grandiosity - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2015 from Darlene LancerDonald Trump has grown an empire of wealth and power, but is it enough? He admits that it isn’t the money that motivates him. (The Art of the Deal, 1987) What drives narcissists are their fears of feeling weak, vulnerable, or inferior. Consequently, for male narcissists in particular, achieving ...
Views: 2054(1 vote) - 3 Surprising Ways Being "Selfish" Makes Your Relationship Happier - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2015 from Peggy SealfonSometimes you have to take a stand for your own happiness! I have a client who, on one hand, says she's always considerate and helpful to her husband, making valiant efforts to please him. But then, in the next breath, she complains that he treats her like a doormat. She continues doing ...
Views: 5674(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: Something Might Just Happen! - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I think I may be having some difficulty within my marriage! :( I dont really know if you can even help me! Maybe even give me some recommendations! I've been married for over 25 yrs. and we are in our 50s. Ever since we had a child 13 yrs ago there has been no more ...
Views: 1318(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: How can I get my husband into therapy? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance : I'm getting worried because my husband is drinking more, and laughing less. He works too much, he has lost interest in his guy friends and sports. He's gotten more tense, and is on edge and irritable. Sometimes he even yells at me and the kids. I think maybe he needs ...
Views: 1576(1 vote) - Dealing with a Passive-Aggressive Partner - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2015 from Darlene LancerPassive-aggressive people act passive, but express aggression covertly. They're basically obstructionist, and try to block whatever it is you want. Their unconscious anger gets transferred onto you, and you become frustrated and furious. Your fury is theirs, while they may calmly ask, “Why are ...
Views: 1634(1 vote) - 10 Reasons Why Boundaries Don’t Work - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2015 from Darlene LancerHas setting limits not worked? Despite your efforts, are your boundaries often ignored? It's frustrating, but it's not always the other person’s fault. Here's why and what to do. There are several reasons why boundaries don’t work. As I wrote in Codependency for Dummies and How to Speak Your ...
Views: 2054(2 votes) - Envy, Jealousy, and Shame - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2015 from Darlene LancerEnvy, jealousy, and shame are inextricably intertwined. Envy and jealousy are primal emotions that frequently overlap. They’re commonly first felt in the form of sibling rivalry and oedipal longings. A child innately wants mommy and daddy all to him or herself and feels “excluded” from the ...
Views: 1824(2 votes) - Great Relationships Embrace We Time and Me Time - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2015 from Marcia Naomi BergerWhile still single, Emily discovered something important about marriage. She had heard the part about two becoming one. The eye-opener for her was learning how to remain a vibrant individual while being a relationship partner. When she wasn’t involved with a man, Emily spent her free time ...
Views: 1244 - 7 Tips to Becoming a Love Magnet - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2016 from Daydree HornerWe all want love. We see evidence of this when we engage in relationships, make babies, build a happy home and career, when we do good work and make great art. These are all ways we choose to create and express more love around us and within us. In our matchmaking program The Good Love™ for ...
Views: 1472 - Surviving...and then...Thriving - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2015 from Trisha SugarekI guess my absence, from contributing to this site, is a testimony to my recovery and mental health. I have spent the past few years rediscovering myself after being part of a relationship my whole life. It's been a painful, bittersweet, empowering journey. This Sunday will be the nine year ...
Views: 1161 - Are There Still Differences Between Male and Female Psyches? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2015 from William CottringerAre There Still Differences Between Male and Female Psyches? By Bill Cottringer After John Gray’s Book “Men Are From Mars and Women Are From Venus” came out decades ago, significant mental and emotional differences between the sexes explained many of the difficulties that caused ...
Views: 1785 - Give a Mind-Blowing Look to Your Home with Traditional Rugs - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2015 from Anup KiranWhen it comes to make your home look good, every little thing in your house matters a lot. Everything from walls to furniture and electronic appliances to mantle pieces build a beautiful story around your house. Though, in today’s modern era, people prefer to buy modern home décor items, there ...
Views: 721 - Dear Dr. Romance: Which one should he choose? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance : A man loves woman #1 but he was unhappy with the relationship for some reason. He was stressed financially. He was supporting his family. He has 2 children with woman #1 all he wants is the best for them and them to be happy and have a family. He has been going ...
Views: 1026(2 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: I have lost the umph for even planning the wedding - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I heard you on "How to Stay Happily Married" podcast. I am getting married in June to someone I know for 3 years and lived with. He is now deployed in the Army and has been since last May. This is my 3rd marriage and I feel like my eyes are wide open now and I know ...
Views: 1180(2 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: I have a family member with two failed marriages - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I have a family member with two failed marriages, after she asked for my advice I suggested a spousal abuse counselor for therapy. She didn't receive counseling and went on to a second failed marriage. This time even worse than the first. She doesn't understand the ...
Views: 1460(1 vote) - Amazing Anniversary Ideas to Spice up a Stale Weekend - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2015 from Hannah WhittenlyWhether you’ve been married for one year, ten, or fifty, your wedding anniversary should be a special day every year. It’s a time set aside to remember your promises to each other, and enjoy the company you decided to keep years ago. Don’t confine yourself to just dinner and a movie, here are a ...
Views: 927 - The Good Boss and the Bad Boss: Motivation and How to Create It - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2015 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: Many of my clients have come in complaining of a lack of motivation; from not being motivated enough on the job, to not being able to diet, quit smoking, or get out of bed in the morning. They desire to achieve both positive and negative motivations — positive motivations ...
Views: 1296(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: Will this guy turn out like my wicked stepfather? - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I have a problem. My mother has introduced me to a male co-worker at her work. We have been friends for a month. My problem is that I am afraid that this relationship may become serious. The gentleman that she introduced me to is real nice, but my stepfather was the same way ...
Views: 1205(1 vote) - JEALOUSY, FAITHFULNESS AND DISTANCE - by Submitted on May 18, 2015 from Tina TessinaSo many couples are now separated part- or full-time because of military deployment and/or work travel and schedules, I get a lot of questions about faithfulness. Your marriage vows may have said, “'til death do us part” but no one said anything about what happens when a military ...
Views: 1280 - Dear Dr. Romance: I'm married but I love somebody else - by Submitted on May 18, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance I really admire how you advise people, please help me too. I'm married and I love my husband very much, but I love somebody else so much I don't know why although people say you can't love 2 people at the same time but I do. coz I love him very much and ...
Views: 1504 - Marriage Communication Problems? The #1 Tip to Stop Escalation - by Submitted on May 17, 2015 from Ana LoiselleThere’s nothing worse than escalation. Escalation occurs when partners respond back and forth negatively to each other, continually upping the ante while the conversation gets more and more volatile. Even just a minor negative comment can increase the level of arousal and soon a small ...
Views: 1089(1 vote) - When the Knot Becomes the Noose - by Submitted on May 07, 2015 from Valerie LipsteinAre you in business with a spouse or significant other or do you know people including family members who are? If so, you may understand there are some very unique challenges in these types of businesses that require attention. * Because these family run businesses are the backbone to our ...
Views: 1418 - Soul Mates and Unconditional Love - by Submitted on May 05, 2015 from Darlene LancerAre you searching for a soul mate or unconditional love? Your quest can set you on an impossible journey to find an ideal partner. The problem is often twofold: No human being, nor any relationship can ever achieve perfection, and often unconditional and conditional love are ...
Views: 1612(1 vote) - Do You Ever Think How Can I Change My Spouse? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2015 from Nicola BeerYou wouldn’t believe the amount of husbands and wives that come up to me and say “Nicola, how do I get my Spouse to Change? ”If you are trying to save your marriage by desperately attempting to change your partner to no avail - STOP! Want your partner to exercise more? Stop social media? ...
Views: 990 - Help! My Spouse is Driving Me Mad – 6 Steps to Deal with Annoying Habits - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2015 from Nicola BeerWhat’s are your spouse’s most annoying habits? Is it the way they talk, eat, sit, clean up? Do they perhaps hum an annoying tune or crack their knuckles? When was the last time they did something that irritated you? Last week? Yesterday? An hour ago? One of the most annoying things about ...
Views: 1609 - Yes, I got Triggered Again! - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2015 from Valerie LipsteinOur most intimate partners know how to trigger us. Sometimes we get annoyed or even angry. We take the bait and we’re in reactive mode. It’s not a matter of “if” we will get triggered, it’s a matter of how often and what we can do to stay grounded and accept the gift being offered. Yes, you ...
Views: 1265 - Train Your Mind, Change Your Marriage - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2015 from Ana LoiselleWhether you have been married for only a brief period of time, many years, or even decades, you want your marriage to be the best that it can be! You may have encountered some serious difficulties in your marriage, or you may simply wish to improve what is already a good relationship. The good ...
Views: 1011(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: I have a family member with two failed marriages - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I have a family member with two failed marriages, after she asked for my advice I suggested a spousal abuse counselor for therapy. She didn't receive counseling and went on to a second failed marriage. This time even worse than the first. She doesn't understand the ...
Views: 1406 - It’s Not What you Think it is! - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2015 from Valerie LipsteinMost couples believe they need better communication skills and that would change their relationship for the better. They claim that they either argue because of misunderstandings or that one or the other don’t discuss their problems openly. Communication (or lack of it) is often NOT the ...
Views: 1317 - Married to your business & partner… 2 Hot Spots - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2015 from Valerie LipsteinAre you and your sweetheart running a business together or thinking about it? These unique partner run businesses are on the rise. If you are one of the 2.5 million and growing spouse run businesses, or you work with them here are two areas to address from the get-go for greater ...
Views: 1190 - Guidelines for Being Better Understood - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2015 from Tina Tessina1. Seek first to understand. If you know your partner's frame of reference, you can speak to him/her within it. 2. Pay attention to how your words are landing. If your companion's response looks off the mark for what you said, check out what he/she is ...
Views: 1240 - When Mr. Close Enough, Turns Into Mr. Wrong! - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2015 from Pamela SchulteSociety, at least as it was when I was a young adult, expected that women should and would get married. In fact, women still didn't really even have to worry about having a career - as long as we married and had a man to take care of us. And heaven help us if we made it into our mid to late 20's ...
Views: 1071(1 vote) - When The Other Man Becomes... A Roommate! - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2015 from Pamela SchulteRoommates, you may have had one when you were in college or just starting out so that you had someone to share the burden of expenses while you worked to become financially independent. Then eventually you met someone, took the leap of marriage and rather than having a roommate you now had a ...
Views: 1345(1 vote) - Married To A Single Man - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2015 from Pamela SchulteHmmm, I know, you're thinking, "how can anyone be married to a single man?". Yep, crazy. I would never have believed it possible either, then one day I realized that that is how I was able to best describe my marriage! Really! When I said "I do" I thought that meant that we (my husband and I) ...
Views: 1003(1 vote) - Honeymoon Sex, Are You Kidding Me?! - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2015 from Pamela SchulteI know, I know. Everyone expects to have sex on their honeymoon, right?! That's what you hear your whole life. Sex on your wedding night - to finally consummate the relationship, then sex, sex, sex and more sex throughout the entire honeymoon. After all, this is the person you've been saving ...
Views: 2525(2 votes) - How to Get Through Divorce Court in One Piece - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2015 from Anica OaksDivorces will always evoke a variety of emotions ranging from anger and fear to doubt and sadness. Whatever you may currently be experiencing, it is important to remember that these feelings will pass and you must get proactive about your future. Anyone who is currently going through this legal ...
Views: 935 - Getting Out of Your Way - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2015 from Tina TessinaRecently, I wrote here about making the most of time. This month, I have been asked a lot about how people can overcome paralysis and self-sabotage, so I thought I’d pass on my ideas on the subject. Getting in your own way is all about how you relate your yourself. In addition to not ...
Views: 1150 - How to Create a Fantastic Relationship, part 2 - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2015 from Clement McGrathI previously wrote about the assumptions and expectations we bring into a relationship, and the patterns of forcing they can set up. Sounds simple in theory but what exactly am I talking about? How do you recognise your own automatic assumptions and patterns and then change them in ways that ...
Views: 1505 - How to Create a Fantastic Relationship, part 1 - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2015 from Clement McGrathRelationships are the core of Life, but they can be a challenge. The real challenge is the way you deal with the differences that start to show up. They always show up because you have two people with different communication styles, different ways of resolving issues, different needs and ...
Views: 1716 - First night of Marriage - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2015 from Academy QuranMost of you reading this article , might have passed your first wedding night while many others have been planning not only to face the first night of a wedding but preparing to make it as a memorable moment or worth remembering chapter of life. As the days come to closer to one’s marriage, ...
Views: 1032 - Surviving Loss and Thriving Again - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2015 from Tina TessinaNone of us wants to think about it, but the standard definition of a totally successful relationship is the old, traditional “til death do us part.” Any time we love, whether it’s a life partner, a dear friend, a child, a sibling, a parent or even a beloved pet, we are risking ...
Views: 1079 - 3 Ways To Live Without Regret - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2015 from Nurturing MarriageOriginally published here: http://www.nurturingmarriage.org/the-little-things/3-ways-to-live-without-regret Time never stops marching on. I remember watching TV every New Year's Eve, and seeing the ball in Times Square drop - all while inevitably hearing my parents say, "Every year seems to ...
Views: 1079(1 vote) - 3 Ways Facebook is Killing Your Marriage - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2015 from Nurturing MarriageOriginally published here: http://www.nurturingmarriage.org/the-little-things/3-ways-facebook-is-killing-your-marriage Facebook is great. It is something that most of us use almost every day. However, it shouldn't be surprising to hear that Facebook has been mentioned in many a divorce ...
Views: 1166(1 vote) - The 10 Best Compliments You Can Give Your Wife - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2015 from Nurturing MarriageOriginally published here: http://www.nurturingmarriage.org/the-little-things/the-10-best-compliments-you-can-give-your-wife Your wife is the most incredible woman in your life! She is talented, confident, beautiful, and funny. She's the woman of your dreams and means absolutely everything to ...
Views: 2677(1 vote) - 10 Things Husbands Do That Win the Universe - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2015 from Nurturing MarriageOriginally published here: http://www.nurturingmarriage.org/the-little-things/10-things-husbands-do-that-win-the-universe Alright ladies, we know your husband is your Mr. Incredible. We know that some days you just stare at him in awe that you convinced this super-hero of a husband to marry ...
Views: 1558(1 vote) - Are Your Mental Models Getting In The Way of Improving Your Marriage? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2015 from Ana LoiselleAs the saying goes, I suppose it is tempting, if the only tool you have is a hammer, to treat everything as if it were a nail. The same reasoning applies when you're approaching your marriage problems. We all have mental models that help us make sense of the world we see. A "mental model" is ...
Views: 1200(2 votes) - Gay Marriage: Why all the Hullabaloo? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2015 from Christopher EvansWith the first gay marriage to take place last year, I did struggle to understand the widespread opposition to this historic event. Time after time I would listen to the familiar arguments put forward by prominent members of the clergy and theologians, that marriage is a union between a man ...
Views: 1454 - The duties of a husband - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2015 from Academy QuranAlmighty Allah SubHanuhu wa Ta’ala has prescribed certain duties of the husband towards their wives. The Holy Qur’an says: “The women have enjoy rights over men as men have certain rights over the women in kindness.” Beloved Prophet SallAllaho Alaihi wa Sallam has said: “The best among you are ...
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