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- ***Communication in Marriage - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2014 from Bisi AdewaleLack or breakdown of communication is the primary reasons marriages fail. Couples have to learn to talk and listen to each other if they desire a solid marriage. Communication, most especially verbal is what makes us different from other animals and that is the foundation of all human ...
Views: 2086 - ***Deep Connections, Vulnerable Selves: How Vulnerability Enhances Intimacy - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2007 from Richard NicastroLasagna, the earth's crust, and people;what do they have in common? They're all made of layers. Our layers are certainly more complicated than pasta and cheese, and very different from the planet's natural stratifications, but as thinking, feeling humans, we're complex, layered individuals. ...
Views: 1363 - ***Discover What Your Marriage Is Missing: Your Relationship Check-up Is Long Overdue - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2008 from Richard NicastroNo one can deny the benefit of preventive medicine. First of all, it's often easier to prevent an illness than it is to cure it--that's why you go in for your annual physical (or why you should). And we all can agree that feeling healthy is preferable to feeling sick. So looking out for ...
Views: 971 - ***Healthy Marriage, Healthy Self: Build A Stronger Connection Through Self-intimacy - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Richard NicastroIntimacy is all about connection--the feeling that you and your partner are kindred spirits. The hallmark of a healthy marriage or relationship is feeling close and attuned to your partner, but maintaining this connection isn't always easy. Therefore, finding ways to enhance intimacy is a ...
Views: 1261 - ***How to Deepen Intimacy through the Power of Empathic Listening - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2008 from Richard Nicastro"I hate having to compete with the TV or computer for my husband's attention. He used to be such a wonderful listener. I feel like I'm not important enough to him anymore." ~Jennifer "It's really frustrating. I'll tell my girlfriend something and by the next day, she's forgotten what I said. ...
Views: 2231 - ***How to Turn Fear of Dating into Fun Dates - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2011 from Bobbi PalmerWhen you think of dating – especially online dating – do you feel any fear? Do you get even a tiny twinge of terror? If your answer is "yes," you are not alone. In fact, I think you're among the majority. The women I'm coaching often tell me about situations they describe as "scary." Here ...
Views: 1940 - ***Intimacy 101: Is This Intimacy Or Dependency? - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2008 from Richard NicastroCouples often seek marriage counseling because of difficulties with intimacy. Why are so many couples struggling with intimacy? In order to fully connect with your spouse/partner, you need to share the deepest parts of yourself while maintaining a separate sense of self. This balancing act isn't ...
Views: 1266 - ***Intimacy 101: Uncover The Hidden Rules That Run Your Relationship - by Submitted on May 11, 2008 from Richard NicastroNo matter how we might resist them at times, we can't deny the presence of rules in society. From traffic lights to ticket sales, rules help us avoid chaos and establish routines that allow us to cope as a society. But beyond the macrocosm, rules are an important presence in the microcosm of ...
Views: 2775 - ***Intimacy In Marriage: IN-TO-ME-SEE - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2014 from Bisi AdewaleAccording to a Dictionary intimacy is defined as, "showing a close union or combination of particles or elements: an intimate mixture." Being intimate involves the mixing of our life with another's, a mingling of souls, a sharing of hearts. This is something we all long for because it's how ...
Views: 1342 - ***Intimacy In Marriage: Politeness Is The Key - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2014 from Bisi AdewaleIt is easy for people to throw caution into the wind after weeding, disrespecting their spouses, removing courtesy hurting each other deeply. Many wrong things we cannot do to outsiders are what we do to our spouses, this is totally wrong. To have intimacy in your marriage, to enjoy ...
Views: 2100 - ***Intimacy in Marriage: WONDERS OF VILLAGE LODGEMENT - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2014 from Bisi AdewaleOne key to marriage success was exposed in the Bible by King Solomon long time ago; but most modern couples are ignoring it or they are not aware of it. Let’s check it out first before I comment on it. "I am my beloved’s, and his desire is toward me. Come, my beloved, let us go forth into the ...
Views: 1476 - ***Love, Laughter and Marriage: Why Laughter is Vital to a Healthy Relationship - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2009 from Richard NicastroTwo happily married couples, together for over fifteen years: "If I had to pick out one thing that has made the difference in our marriage, I guess it would be that he makes me laugh." ~Sarah "We just enjoy each other's company. We're playful and tease each other in a light-hearted way. Life ...
Views: 1245 - ***Marriage Alert! Can Your Relationship Survive The Financial Crisis? - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2008 from Richard NicastroWhen we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves. ~Victor Frankl You don't need me to tell you about the dire state of the American economy and the reverberations being felt around the world. While you're probably well aware of how this is directly ...
Views: 1179 - ***Marriage Alert: Why Falling Out Of Like Is Dangerous To Your Marriage - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2008 from Richard NicastroA recent marketing book I read touted the importance of getting potential clients to "know you, like you and trust you." It seems that marketing and romance have more in common than meets the eye: In the world of marketing you're trying to convince someone your product or service is worthwhile; ...
Views: 1060 - ***Marriage and Barriers to Openness - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2014 from Bisi AdewaleA whole lots of people are having problems in their marriage today because they allow barriers in their openness to their spouses,here let us check some of the barriers you must remove to give room for open ness in your marriage. 1.Ignorance. Many lack godly wisdom in marriage. ...
Views: 1915 - ***Marriage Help: 3 Steps to Becoming a Better Listener - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2009 from Richard Nicastro"You never listen to me...I've asked you a thousand times to let me know when you can't pick the kids up from daycare!" In my work with couples, it is common to hear one person accuse the other of "not listening." This usually takes the following form: 1. You ask your partner to do something ...
Views: 1261 - ***Marriage Help: Two Therapy Principles That Can Transform Your Relationship - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2008 from Richard NicastroIs life more manageable because of your partner? Do you ever feel upbeat and rejuvenated after spending time with your spouse? Does a reassuring word from your loved one bring you comfort and peace? Intimate relationships have the power to make you feel happier, energized and more alive. ...
Views: 872 - ***Marriage Lessons: A Golden-Anniversary Couple Share Their Wisdom - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Richard NicastroNo matter how well your relationship is humming along right now, there's room for the advice of relationship mentors. Couples who have been together for many years (and who have been relatively happy, despite the inevitable rough patches) have discovered what has benefited their relationship the ...
Views: 948 - ***Marriage problems: Are power struggles destroying your relationship? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2008 from Richard NicastroIn the past you were single… …and you could make decisions without having to check in with anyone. Your favorite color was red and you liked small, fast cars (as in Cherry Red Sports Car, beloved even though you wrenched your back getting in and out); The one bedroom apartment ...
Views: 2235 - ***Marriage Slumps, Relationship Ruts and Other Painful Realities About Love - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2008 from Richard NicastroWarning: the contents of this article may upset you. In fact, I strongly recommend that you close this page. If you're like most people, you have a child-like naïveté about romance. I don't want to spoil that. Sure, you were able to handle the truth about Santa Claus and the tooth ...
Views: 1849 - ***MARRIED COUPLES' SEX GROUPING - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2014 from Bisi AdewaleTo make our marriage better and enjoy intimacy in our marriage,one important thing we need to know about ourselves and our partners is to understand our sexual desires, how we are sexually wired, the way we act and do what we do. Why some want sex often, others don’t. This may have to ...
Views: 2924 - ***Passionate Sex: How To Overcome Boredom In The Bedroom - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2008 from Richard NicastroQ: I love my husband, but somewhere along the line we've become more like friends than lovers. We had an amazing sex life early in our relationship but now we're lucky if we have sex once a month, and when we do it's pretty unremarkable. I really enjoy sex and I'd like to make it a regular part ...
Views: 3010 - ***Relationship Advice: Stop The Negativity And Build A Better Relationship - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2008 from Richard NicastroNew love seems to cradle and carry couples for a time—magnifying all that is good about your partner and your future together. We now know that relationships go through a series of phases over the years—some that can challenge the very bond that holds you together. It's interesting ...
Views: 1225 - ***Relationship Alert: Discover How This Common Habit Can Ruin Your Relationship - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2008 from Richard NicastroThere are times when it's helpful to use compare and contrast thinking. For example, fifth-grade Social Studies. Remember when Mrs. Dogoody assigned the paper: "Compare and Contrast Ancient Roman and Ancient Greek Civilizations"? (I do; I still have the occasional nightmare about that one.) The ...
Views: 1350 - ***Relationship Basics: Have You forgotten The Fundamentals Of A Great Relationship? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2008 from Richard NicastroYou often hear struggling athletes say that they have to "go back to basics." After years of repetition, it's easy to lose sight of the fundamentals they need to stay on top of their game. Often they need an outsider's perspective (i.e., a coach) to help them determine which fundamentals ...
Views: 1219 - ***Relationship First Aid: How To Heal A Fear Of Intimacy - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from Richard NicastroIntimacy is a lot like trying to get warm on a cold winter night. You wrap yourself up in your favorite blankets and settle in for sleep, but at some point overnight you may feel too warm and constrained by the blankets. So you disentangle yourself and push the blankets away. But after a few ...
Views: 3915 - ***Relationship Help: How The Latest Research Can Transform Your Relationship - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2008 from Richard NicastroThink back to the time when your love was new, when you had just fallen in love: How did you know you were in love? Maybe you couldn't eat, couldn't sleep, couldn't concentrate on work or chores or anything that didn't involve your love object. Maybe you felt like a totally different person, ...
Views: 825 - ***Sex, Lies And Secrets: Is Secrecy Destroying Your Marriage? - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2008 from Richard NicastroAfter the story broke that New York governor Eliot Spitzer was having sex with prostitutes, relationship experts popped up on every news channel, dispensing theories about Mr. Spitzer's behavior. Opinions about why a married man (and one with a great deal to lose) would behave this way ranged ...
Views: 1572 - ***Tantra for Singles - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2012 from Corynna ClarkeTantra for Singles by Lara StewartL http://blog.planetlovematch.com/post/Tantra-for-Singles.aspx Many people, if they’ve heard of Tantra at all, think that it is something for couples to do to enhance their sex lives. While that is something that tantric practices can do, that is just one ...
Views: 5069 - ***The Dance Of Intimacy: 5 Key Steps For A Closer Relationship - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2008 from Richard NicastroA loving connection is the bedrock of a committed relationship—all couples are trying to find ways to remain emotionally close to one another as they navigate the complexities of life. When people feel deeply connected to their partners, they often describe feeling "complete," "whole" or ...
Views: 1504 - ***TRANSPARENCY IN MARRIAGE - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2014 from Bisi AdewaleOne thing that is lacking in many marriages that makes it difficult for many is transparency. Many people in marriage are simply not open to each other, this gives to lots of crisis and conflict in the family, if your home must be joyful, peaceful and blissful you and your partner must be ...
Views: 4587 - ***UNDERSTANDING INTIMACY IN MARRIAGE - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2014 from Bisi AdewaleDuring an extensive marriage seminar; the speaker emphasized on the fact that intimacy is the bedrock of romance in any marriage. He did his best to convince everyone in attendance to nurture intimacy in their homes. As Jude and his wife sat listening with rapt attention to the speaker, they ...
Views: 1535 - ***WHAT LOVE MAKING MEANS TO YOUR HUSBAND - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2014 from Bisi Adewale“Let my beloved come into his garden, and eat his pleasant fruits.” SOS 4:16b The way your man sees sex, is quite different from your perception of sex. It means much more to your husband than to you. He is passionate about it and might even be “crazy” about it. ...
Views: 3809 - 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: 1348 - 10 Habits for a Healthy Relationship - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2017 from Lou Worldweaver10 Habits for a Healthy Relationship A relationship is a partnership capable of enhancing every aspect of your life, emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and sexually. Each couple is different and there are no hard and fast rules to a healthy relationship. The key is for both ...
Views: 1256 - 10 Surprising Questions To Ask Your Partner To Build Emotional Intimacy In Your Relationship - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2019 from Todd CreagerIn this post I’ve compiled a list of 10 surprising questions to ask your partner as a way to help you build emotional intimacy. One of the most important aspects of an intimate relationship that makes it thrive is when both partners really know each other and each partner gets the feeling ...
Views: 1056 - 10 Ways to Mentally Stimulate a Woman’s Mind - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Latorria FreemanThe biggest erogenous zone for women is not between her legs but between her ears. Stimulating her body is the easy part. Stimulating her mind shows her what you are really made of. There are many different ways to stimulate a woman’s mind so try different techniques. Study, listen and ...
Views: 15134 - 100 Ways To Keep Your Lover - Happy - At Home! - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Al Link and Pala CopelandHere are over 100 ideas to help you keep monogamy hot! 1.Find out what music your lover likes, and play it. 2.Sing to each other, especially if you can't sing. Listen to a song that turns you on and write the words out so you will remember them. Then without any music sing that song as a ...
Views: 6962 - 136. Thoughts about Being Able to Develop a Healthy and Satisfying Intimate Relationship - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Doron GilMany who are not happy with their relationships. They would have loved to make a change for the better, but they are afraid. At times they themselves don’t know what they are afraid of, still they hesitate to take steps leading to a change. They stay stuck in their unsatisfying relationship, ...
Views: 1100 - 14 Ways to Come Back to Love Every Day - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2017 from Robyn VogelCome back to love is a daily practice....actually it's a moment-to-month practice. Every day, I have taken on these 14 beliefs and practices that support me in coming back to love at any time, in every moment....even when it's hard. Our tantra practice is helpful, too, of course! I invite ...
Views: 1536 - 17 Tips on How Can Self-Awareness Enable You to Develop a Successful Intimate Relationship - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2012 from Doron GilIn the following 17 tips I explain HOW BECOMING SELF-AWARE ENABLES YOU TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A SUCCESSFUL INTIMATE RELATIONSHIP. I show how becoming aware of factors which control you and affect the ways in which you react and behave in dating and relationships is essential to learning ...
Views: 3460 - 2 Secrets To Staying Connected In Intimate Relationship - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2013 from Jennifer JonesWhat’s the secret to ongoing intimacy, in and OUT of the bedroom? Most couples agree that they feel more emotionally, mentally, and physically connected with each other, after a good romp in the sack. But generally that yummy feeling of mutual connection begins to wane over time, ...
Views: 2284 - 3 Dirty Sex Tactics That Will Make Her BEG You to Make Love to Her: Pleasing Your Woman - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2018 from Melvin Shelton3 Dirty Sex Tactics That Will Make Her BEG You to Make Love to Her: Pleasing Your Woman The thing that a good number of guys don't understand is that love making is vital to make a relationship work. Here's why. A woman may not know what she really wants in a boyfriend, but she would ...
Views: 1175 - 3 Ideas to Surprise Your Boyfriend in Bed and Spice Up Your Sex Life - by Submitted on May 18, 2012 from Jack HutsonAfter some time of being with your boyfriend, it's natural that your sex life may get a bit monotone. But no worries girls - there is a solution for every problem, you just have to know where's the right place to look for it. I'll give you 3 ideas to surprise your boyfriend and make your sex ...
Views: 10216 - 3 Powerful Steps to Take Your Relationship to the Next Level - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2022 from Emma ViglucciAs the Love Month is coming to an end, our attention is now to focus on carrying on with the love theme… As being kind, loving and romantical for one month out of the year just won’t cut it... To create an amazing relationship, we must be amazing partners… It is common to get sidetracked with ...
Views: 573 - 3 Real Ways to Make Any Guy Fall Deeply in Love With You - by Submitted on May 18, 2012 from Jack HutsonAre you fed up with all the nonsense advice you get from popular female magazines out there? Of course you are. You and I both know that they'll rarely give you any valuable ideas that work in real life. As a guy with probably much more experience than the average Joe I believe I can tell you ...
Views: 19275 - 3 Reasons Why Not To Keep Secrets In A Relationship - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2010 from Rachel MohebanAll little girls grow up whispering secrets to their trusted girlfriends. Sharing secrets with friends is an integral part growing up and developing trust. Nothing changes as an adult except that, as everything does, it becomes a little more complex than simply whispering exciting little ...
Views: 3462 - 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: 1398 - 3 Sex Tips to Please Your Man Better Than Any Other Woman - by Submitted on May 18, 2012 from Jack HutsonHey girl. You and I both know that the best way to keep a man coming back for more is by giving him the best sex humanly possible. I'll give you 3 straightforward, no-nonsense sex tips for pleasing your man better than any other woman out there. They may sound strange at first, but if you apply ...
Views: 18877 - 3 STEPS TO BUILDING CONNECTION HABITS™ - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2019 from Emma ViglucciWe are at after the initial hustle and bustle of getting to back2school/business, and the accompanying anxiety, stress and overwhelm. We are at a time where the new routine starts to feel like second nature and can get into the groove. Where the energy of the season is inspiring, and ...
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