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Marriage Therapy: 8 Signs You Should See a Marriage Counselor - Dave Turo-Shields- Healing the Dis-ease of Entitlement - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2019 from Kelley KosowLately I have been thinking a lot about the concept of entitlement -- that feeling so many of us have that we are owed something, that we have rights or deserve something to be the way we think it should be. Think of the times you have thought or had someone say to you: • “I deserve to be ...
Views: 1099 - Dear Dr.Romance: We Still Love Each Other, but I Don't Know - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2019 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: i need some relationship advise really bad bad. Can you help?? I really need help, See, I cheated on my boyfriend of 4 years And he found out and forgave me! And he went out And slept with 3 girls that night is it possible for us to still work? We love each other but I ...
Views: 911(1 vote) - Mother Enmeshed Men: Why Would A Mother Raise Her Son To Be A Surrogate Spouse? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough some men are able to form healthy relationships with women, there are others that are unable to do so. There are, of course, a numbers of reasons as to why this is. For those that are unable to do so, it can be because they lack confidence or are emotionally disconnected. Then again, ...
Views: 773 - Your Weekend Love Advice from Spirit - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2019 from Tanisha Snipes-DixonThis is a signal to walk away from what you’re contemplating. Pursuing it will only bring about a difficult situation you will be sorry you got yourself into. Stay away. Spirit has a plan, and that plan is to place you in front of the right person at the right time. You have met or are about to ...
Views: 931 - Three Features of a Spiritual Relationship Part II - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2019 from Scott & Stephen PetulloMost people realize, upon maturity, that seeking a perfect relationship is futile. Another strategy is necessary in order to be happy, since it's impossible to achieve and always maintain excellent emotional, mental, and sexual compatibility. Viewing relationships from a spiritual viewpoint ...
Views: 863 - Dear Dr.Romance: She doesn't believe that I'm trying to find a job - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2019 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: My wife she wil get angry very easily. Even for simple things she gets very angry. She always tells me to leave her and she wants to live her family especially with her mother. She tells me she doesn't want to live and mostly she hurts her self. The biggest problem is my ...
Views: 804(1 vote) - Clever Questions You Need To Ask On Your First Date - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2019 from Alex NickWhenever you hear the words “first date”, do you tremble or smile? Having your first elite dating experience can become really awkward as well as exciting and nerve wracking at the same time. A big factor during the first date is the first impression you give to each other and how well you both ...
Views: 824 - Dr. Romance on how to keep your marriage safe from infidelity - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2019 from Tina TessinaInfidelity can be devastating to a marriage. While couples can recover, it is far better to never have cheating in the first place. Here's how to "cheat-proof" your marriage, and head off problems before they begin. Dr. Romance on how to keep your marriage safe from ...
Views: 903(1 vote) - HABIT BUILDING FOR BEST LIFE - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2019 from Emma ViglucciWhat routine tweaks are you implementing for more peaceful and joyful days? What systems are you putting in place to have more ease and flow in your home? What ritual can you integrate to launch the new season with spunk? What habit will you put in place to start the new quarter strong? How will ...
Views: 712 - 5 Scenarios For When to Give up on Your Marriage - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2019 from C Mellie SmithMarriage is a layered and complex relationship; one of the most intimate bonds we have in our knowledge of the human experience. Marriage signifies a deep and intentional connection, and it’s not to be entered into lightly, nor should it be exited out of after the first fight. You are the ...
Views: 965 - Dear Dr.Romance: I recently discovered numerous women he text messages - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2019 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I have just read your article "Keys to a Happy Relationship" and would be greatful for some advice. I havn't been with my partner long. We are both in our twenties and we met a few months ago and already live together because it's the only way we could see ...
Views: 924(1 vote) - Steps to Get a Restraining Order against an Abusive Life Partner - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2019 from Arifur RahmanEnding a relationship can be difficult. Ending an abusive relationship can be both difficult and extremely dangerous. Unfortunately, many men and women are subjected to psychological and physical abuse by a significant other. For example, approximately 1-in-4 women and 1-in-7 men who are 18 ...
Views: 573 - Best Female Dating Profile Headline Examples to Attract Everyone - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2019 from Mike AndersonDating on the internet is the modern way of meeting new people and getting into a romantic relationship with them. The idea is gaining ground, especially among women these days. Are you one of those women who is looking for a partner to date with? If yes, then you should try your hand at online ...
Views: 719 - What Is The Best Thing About Being A Bisexual? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2019 from Anna GreenMany people will smile when they see this title. Oh, it is certainly possible to date people with two different genders at the same time. I think this sentence is what bisexual friends hate to hear. How deep is the misunderstanding of bisexuality, how much bisexual friends hate this sentence? I ...
Views: 1571 - Your Spiritual Love Reading for September - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2019 from Tanisha Snipes-DixonIt’s time to address the unhealthy alliances you’ve formed and make a decision to heal the past. Not all relationships are dysfunctional, and not all of them will disappoint you. Don’t abandon yourself or the potential of finding love. You can connect to others in a healthy way once you ...
Views: 943(1 vote) - Acoustic Panels Manufacturer || Acoustic Panels - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2019 from Vinhem FashionCredence Industries is the leading brand manufacturer and exporter of acoustic panels. We can provide best quality of acoustic panels which provides noise control and a better acoustic products space. We are specialized in manufacturing a wide variety of acoustic products across Ceiling, Walls, ...
Views: 406 - WHY YOU CAN LOVE AN ABUSER - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2019 from Darlene LancerFalling in love happens to us―usually before we really know our partner. It happens to us because we’re at the mercy of unconscious forces, commonly referred to as “chemistry.” Don’t judge yourself for loving someone who doesn’t treat you with care and respect, because by the time the ...
Views: 836(2 votes) - A couple of Secrets to a Successful Marriage - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2019 from Cassandra HensonMarriage is a journey of two individuals which has its own ups and downs. Achievement comes in married life by realizing how to take the good and the bad. It is very easy to fall in love and get married, but very difficult to establish love and love fire in married life. Secrets to having a ...
Views: 626 - Amazing Ideas of Unity Ceremony for Christian Wedding - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2019 from Cassandra HensonA unity ceremony symbolizes the union of two individual’s hearts and lives in a Christian community. In Christian Matrimony, It is the most significant and beautiful part of the wedding because it is a visual symbol of two individuals lives come together as one. From lighting a candle to ...
Views: 713 - Why You Were Ghosted and What to Do - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2019 from Darlene LancerRejection and breakups are hard enough, but being ghosted can be traumatic. It can leave you with unanswered questions that make it hard to move on. Although ghosting also occurs in friendships, it’s usually associated with dating. More devastating, but less common, is when a spouse disappears ...
Views: 1007(2 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: What Causes One To Constantly Sabotage Oneself? - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2019 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: What causes one to constantly sabotage oneself? Why would someone constantly put up their own roadblocks? Dear Reader: Being out of touch with one's own wants and needs is a primary way to self-sabotage. Getting in your own way is all about how you relate your yourself. ...
Views: 760(1 vote) - Borderline Personality Disorder, Relationships, and Healing - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2019 from Dr. Parul PatelWhat is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Described as emotional dysregulation, BPD entails a long-term behavior pattern starting at adolescence or young adulthood. BPD is defined by the inability to regulate emotions that manifest in self-image, interpersonally in relationships, ...
Views: 1481(3 votes) - Common Relationship Mistakes To Avoid - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2019 from Brooke Whistance“We cannot go on like this!” If this is the phrase that is most common in your relationship, it means that something is wrong. The relationship does not go smoothly, and with each passing day, you realize that you are developing bad habits that make your union sink gradually. In ...
Views: 672(1 vote) - Trying To Change Others Is A Waste Of Time - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperOne could be in an intimate relationship that is not going well or they could have a friend who is having a destructive affect on their life. Then again, one of their family members could be living in a way that is not healthy or they could be toxic. Irrespective of who it relates to, one ...
Views: 649 - What Makes the Ideal Blessing? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2019 from Wajahat AliThere was fastidious mid 1990's educational investigation on blessing giving by Richard Beltramini and Cele Otnes to discover the responses to a few inquiries on the subject. The two specialists looked through past research of numerous orders distributed in Blessing Giving: An Exploration ...
Views: 481 - CREATE YOUR STRONGEST PARTNERSHIP POSSIBLE - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2019 from Emma ViglucciWe’ve been on a little Journey together these past few issues. We’ve been diving into aspects of the 5 Elements in our Successful Couple Strategy™: Boundaries (Element1: Context & Mindset – Empower Yourself) Communication (Element2: Communication & Alignment – Improve ...
Views: 635 - 6 Ways to Improve Your Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2019 from Tayyab ZakkiRelationships are a part of each field of life. When our relationships are more stressful, life is stressful. Through the years, I have learned some things, and when I always apply them not only do they enhance my relationships, nevertheless they also allow me to be a happier, more grounded and ...
Views: 718 - Dear Dr. Romance: Although I had to let go, I still care a lot. - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2019 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance Your articles are very helpful to me. Can you tell me what book of yours can help me heal from my last relatioship. The pain is still there and although I am sure I had to let go, I still care a lot. Dear Reader: I'm sorry you're hurting. I know how difficult it ...
Views: 807(1 vote) - Three Features of a Spiritual Relationship Part I - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2019 from Scott & Stephen PetulloBy age 40, most people realize there is no such thing as a perfect relationship. Every couple has varying levels of mental, emotional, and sexual compatibility and none are perfectly matched on every level. But everyone can experience a better relationship if the pay attention to the spiritual ...
Views: 738 - Dr. Romance: "How to Deal with a Partner's Annoying Quirks" - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2019 from Tina TessinaMany guys, especially younger ones, are well known for having 'courting behavior' and then relaxing into their old, slobby selves once you're committed. It's not that men are from Mars, women from Venus - it's more like all of us have grown up on different planets. Couples can get caught up in ...
Views: 832(1 vote) - Start Making Space for Your Partner to Grow - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2019 from Guy FinleyIt was a little before 7 AM on Saturday morning when Alex sat down in his living room with his first cup of coffee. He was up a little bit earlier than usual because a strange noise had awakened him from his sleep. So, when he looked out of his bedroom, he wasn't too surprised to discover the ...
Views: 837 - Dear Dr. Romance: why are men in their mid 40s-50s attracted to 20ish girls? - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2019 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I was wondering if in any of your books or articles you discuss about why men in their mid 40s-50s might be attracted to 20ish girls. I kind of know the obvious reasons, but being more curious about what that might mean maturity wise etc. Dear Reader: From your ...
Views: 2507 - Dear Dr. Romance: How can I move forward when I hit a setback? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2019 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: When one hits a setback in life what are some healthy ways to keep moving forward? How can one build a healthy mental outlook when things go wrong? Dear Reader: The most important and uplifting thing you can do is look for what you can learn from the problem. ...
Views: 666 - Swinger dating can strengthen the relationship between husband and wife - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2019 from jianghe chen6 Things Women Need to Know About Dating a Swinger Man. Establishing relationships with swingers is not an easy matter. Many people still think that swingers are a disease. If you are a swinger or have a relationship with swingers, then you should not be normal. although there are many ...
Views: 843 - Understanding Emotional DNA: What Is It? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2019 from Alvina JenniferThe nature vs. nurture debate, which aims to solve the source of your responses to your environment, has gained mixed reactions from scientists and psychologists through the years. Some believe that genetics has a more significant impact on your physical, emotional, and mental predisposition, ...
Views: 982 - Relationships: Can Someone Look Towards Others To Fulfil Their Unmet Childhood Needs? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone is an adult, it could be said that they won’t need the same things that they needed when they were a child. This comes down to the fact that they will have grown out of a number of these needs. As a result of this, what they look for from others is going to be different to what ...
Views: 747 - Dear Dr. Romance: at funerals, how do you comfort families in morning? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2019 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: What suggestions can you offer for guests at funerals in regards to comforting families in morning? Thanks! Dear Reader: Your presence at the memorial or funeral, honoring their loved one who passed, is the most comfort, so go if you can. When you are greeting the family ...
Views: 705 - Dr. Romance on: No Cooperation? Solve It Yourself! - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2019 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: What do you do after you have tried everything and your partner, friend, child or colleague still won't negotiate? In previous articles, like “Asking for What you Want,” “Couples Can Cooperate for Success” and “Gentle Persistence” we’ve explored a lot of communication ...
Views: 874(1 vote) - Uncommon Relationship Wisdom - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2019 from Joel BlockRelationship wisdom is like diet advice, most of it sounds good, but it doesn’t work. Here, the real thing gleaned from many years of treating couples: 1. Very often the initial attraction—what draws you to your lover—becomes, some years later, the basis for divorce. Remember that guy that ...
Views: 846 - Relationships: Can A Past Life Connection Cause Someone To Stay In A Dysfunctional Relationship? - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was to come to the conclusion that they are in a relationship that is not very healthy, they could look into what they could do to change it. Through taking this approach, it will give them the chance to see if anything can be done. There will most likely be what they will need to ...
Views: 670 - Personal Intimacy as an Overlooked Antidepressant - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2019 from Joel BlockDepression is commonly linked to career disappointments, financial setbacks, and disruption of normal routines—especially sleep pattern—as well as social pressures and conflict in personal relationships. It is this last factor that has captured my attention in relation to depression. Personal ...
Views: 793 - What is the Thing you most need in a Relationship? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2019 from Dada BhagwanThe thing you most need in a relationship is your ‘will’ to see the relationship succeed and flourish into a healthy, happy one. Where there’s a will, there’s a way!! If you have the required will, it automatically makes the way for the following cornerstones to create a strong bond and ...
Views: 512 - Dear Dr. Romance: I can't get my ex out of my head and heart - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2019 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: Several years ago I met this man. it was instant attraction for both of us. we fell instantly for each other but he had a girlfriend. I gave him the space he needed and we both agreed to just be friends. we tried it once when they broke up but it was difficult. So ...
Views: 923(1 vote) - Relationships: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Feel Comfortable With Hot And Cold Behaviour? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIf one is in a position where their romantic relationships have not been very fulfilling, what they may find is that it’s because they have the inclination to end up with people who are anything but reliable and consistent. If so, this will mean that they have been with a number of people who ...
Views: 657(1 vote) - Relationships: Can Someone Push Other People Away If They Feel Worthless? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2022 from Oliver JR CooperIt has been said that a key part of someone being able to function at their best is for them to have fulfilling relationships. And, as they are an interdependent human being, this is not exactly a shock. Taking this into account, it will be vital for one to have strong bonds with ...
Views: 692 - Dear Dr. Romance: My wife has been unhappy with me for years. - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2019 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I came across your article on "The Nail in the Fence: Healing Relationship Wounds". I am a thirty-something man living on the West Coast. My wife and I have been together for ten years, married for six. We have three small children, and my wife has a pre-teen daughter ...
Views: 1061(1 vote) - Water Signs Love Reading for August 2019. (Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces) - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2019 from Tanisha Snipes-DixonRight now you may be feeling like you have bad luck when it comes to matters of the heart. Things may not be going as anticipated due to a feeling loss or unfairness that has taken place. Have faith and hope that better times are ahead. If you have been arguing with your love one, know that this ...
Views: 696(1 vote) - Air Signs Love Reading for August 2019. (Libra, Gemini, Aquarius) - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2019 from Tanisha Snipes-DixonYou are coming toward the ending of a difficult situation. Plans may have been ruined or maybe this relationship didn’t turn out as planned. This can lead to feelings of disappointment, but take comfort in the fact that perhaps it was just not meant to be. You may feel a sense of despair and ...
Views: 661(1 vote) - Fire Signs Love Reading for August 2019. (Leo, Sagittarius, Aries) - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2019 from Tanisha Snipes-DixonThere's someone resurfacing from your past and for one moment this may bring you joy but when you really look into this situation, you see this blast from the past for what they really are and the position they play in your life. Most people and situations are left behind for a reason. They have ...
Views: 666(1 vote) - Relationships: Why Do Some People Fall Apart When A Relationship Comes To An End? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIf one has just gone through a break up, they may find that it is hard for them to focus on other areas of their life. Due to how much pain they are in, everything else could fade into the background. Perhaps they were with someone for a long time and they may have even had a strong ...
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