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Marriage Therapy: 8 Signs You Should See a Marriage Counselor - Dave Turo-Shields- How To Bring Passion Back Into Your Life - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Lianda LudwigNo matter how much you love your work, your play activities, your friends, family and even pets, you need to take a break from them. There’s a behavior researched by psychologists called “habituation”. Essentially it means that with repeated exposure to any stimuli, you “learn”,whether ...
Views: 4251(7 votes) - What to Say to Get Your Ex Boyfriend Back and Keep Him - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2015 from James UadialeWhat to say to get your ex boyfriend back? If you're asking this question now chances are that you want to get back together with him. There are specific things to say to win him back. The moment most women realize that there are specific things to say to win back their ex, they wrongly conclude ...
Views: 4250 - Does It Make You Weak if You Stay with Your Husband After He Cheated? - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2011 from Andrew HunterIf you’re reading this, then there’s a good chance that your husband cheated on you in your marriage. If that’s the case, I’m truly sorry. I know only too well how painful the betrayal of adultery can be. Maybe women often assume that this means that the marriage is a failure and that it’s ...
Views: 4248(2 votes) - Rebound Relationships - The Truth About Rebound Relationships! - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2011 from Phillip TomWhat are rebound relationships? It is a relationship which you take up on the 'rebound'. A rebound relationship is one you get into immediately after a break-up. Why do people do this? Well, just after a relationship ends, friends are going to advise you to get into a new relationship. They may ...
Views: 4246 - Things that a wife would hate in her husband - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from Keneth ParkerHusband-wife relationship is a unique equation of “love and hate”. The person, who loves you the most, unconditionally can hate you for very simple things which might look silly for the world. This hatred is again a reflection of love for you which she expresses in a different way. This ...
Views: 4242 - Reconciling with an Ex Boyfriend, Wife, Husband, Girlfriend - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2016 from Tiemo DonaldReconciling With An Ex Boyfriend, Wife, husband, Girlfriend Initially at what time I first broke up with my ex, I actually asked myself and many others how to get my ex back and began finding out information from a lot of people, even reading magazines just to get a solution to getting my ex ...
Views: 4238 - ***How Mentoring and Coaching Can Change Your Life: It Changed Mine - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2010 from Dr. Diana Kirschner“Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while and leave footprints on our heart and we are never, ever the same.” ~ Anon This article is penned by my colleague and friend Jim Delpino. Jim is a highly gifted and experienced clinical social worker and marriage and ...
Views: 4237(38 votes) - Don't Put Your Life On Hold While You Search For That Special Someone - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Royane RealAre you looking for a mate? Sometimes people have the belief that their real life won’t start until they meet and marry their one true love. In the meantime, they put their life on hold. This belief is a fallacy. Your real life is going by right now, whether you are married or not. A single ...
Views: 4237(2 votes) - 5 Ways To Get Someone Who Doesn’t Know You To feel Comfortable Talking - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Max-Marc FossouoYou have about ten seconds before a person decides, subconsciously, whether they like you or not. Also, the image or impression someone has of you the first time the person meets you will last the next seven time the person will come to meet you. All that to show how important and delicate it ...
Views: 4233(1 vote) - I Think About My Ex Everyday: Why Am I Still Thinking About My Ex - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2017 from Michael BradI Think About My Ex Everyday: Why Am I Still Thinking About My Ex Do you still awake till 4:00 am everyday because you cannot sleep? Have you tried all those sleeping pills and they do not seem to be working to end your insomnia? Do you think you can't keep a record of how many sleepless ...
Views: 4226 - Love Letters For Him That Will Work - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2013 from David BrittoLove letters are a special part of any relationship. They're considered to be the keenest tool to speak out to your love , to inform him how special he's for you and how much you love and like him. Occasionally we seem to run right out of words when we are discoursing on the phone, or while ...
Views: 4224(1 vote) - 100 QUESTIONS YOU SHOULD ASK YOURSELF BEFORE YOU GET MARRIED - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzie100 QUESTIONS YOU SHOULD ASK YOURSELF BEFORE YOU GET MARRIED These 100 questions are from the website http://www.haqislam.org/pre-marital-questions/. Here are my answers. Before you get married do yourself a favor and work through these questions and offer them to your intended. If they are not ...
Views: 4221 - Chemistry--What is it and how do I recognize it? - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Alisa Goodwin SnellI define chemistry as “the feeling or desire that compels you, when in the presence of a particular person, to want to please them, touch them, and make them happy.” That’s it! Too many singles associate chemistry with the desperate feelings, longing, and compulsive thoughts that are ...
Views: 4221(7 votes) - How Can I Get Him to Chase Me Again? Advice to Get Your Ex Boyfriend Back! - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2011 from Charles UadialeHow can I get him to chase me again? If this is what you are wondering it is clear that you still love your ex boyfriend. You thoughtfully recall the time when he was longing to get you. It felt astonishing, didn't it? Being aware that your ex boyfriend loved you so intensely. When the ...
Views: 4211 - What is unconditional love - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Dia ThabetDo you know what love is? What is unconditional love? Love is the one of the strongest emotions a person can have. It is a tender feeling of affection that you feel for another person. Everyone seems to have his own opinion of what love is. Regardless of what definition you want to give it, ...
Views: 4210 - Relationships: Does Balanced Alway Mean Equal? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Ellen GerstBalance is a state of equilibrium for which we each strive, not just in relationships but in all aspects of our life. Envision yourself with your feet planted on a narrow plank atop an oversized ball. With your arms spread out and your legs flexed to spring into action, you attempt to keep ...
Views: 4206 - How To Show Your Ex Girlfriend You Want To Get Back With Her - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2013 from David BrittoIf you are going thru a break-up it could be one of the hardest situations. Break-ups could be very fragile and sensitive. Be extra wary on handling the way you are going to get back with your ex-girlfriend. Try and come up with different ideas you can do on a daily that can lead you back to ...
Views: 4202 - An Introduction to Retroactive Jealousy - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2014 from Rick DaviesJealousy can be one of the most and disruptive and harmful of emotions. Often jealousy in relationships is directed at the present or the future. It is rooted in a fear of future loss - fear that one may lose their partner to something that is happening currently, or might happen in the ...
Views: 4199(2 votes) - Get Your Ex Back – Use the Power of a Reverse-Psychological Mind Trick and Give Your Relationship a New Lease On Life! - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2013 from Jeff ThomasIt's absolutely understandable for you to feel frustrated, angry and depressed when you're in a midst of a break. This is especially true if your ex broke up with you. The good news is that you are proactively looking for a solution, which is why you're reading this article, right? You need ...
Views: 4199(4 votes) - Does Your Ex still have Feelings for You After The Break-Up! - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Larry GateLove is strange sometimes! It as well makes you do things that are stranger. For example falling deeply in love with someone and then calling off the relationship for reasons that are unavoidable. However this is not what is strange! The thing that is strange occurs when you can’t get your ex ...
Views: 4197 - ***Phone Psychic: Accurate Answers, Your Part in A Good Reading, as the Caller - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Emily Erickson-SandstromPhone Psychic: Accurate Answers, Your Part in A Good Reading, as the Caller Caveats about Integrity: This article begins with your call. It assumes you have done your homework choosing whom to call. Briefly re that: Integrity on both sides is a good thing. There is a world of dishonest ...
Views: 4193(5 votes) - Tips for dating Divorced Men - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2012 from Holly HayesIn the modern world, relationship break ups and divorces have become a very prevalent occurrence. This is usually brought about by misunderstandings or infidelity within a relationship. After the break up, most folks usually tend to move on and find other partners. There has been a marked ...
Views: 4193 - ***Do you want to complain or to heal? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2008 from Rose RosetreeFollowing yesterday’s discussion of narcissists (posted here at Self-Growth under auras), one of our Blog-Buddies — Lisa — wrote this as part of her comment: "Rose has recently done some spiritual healing work for me and cut a cord of attachment to someone who was also very ...
Views: 4184 - 3 Ways to Make Her Happy: Relationship Tips for Men - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2010 from Susie and Otto CollinsThe cover story on the men's magazine read, “Make Your Woman Deliriously Happy.” This article title immediately caught Jeff's attention. He was, however, disappointed to see that most of the suggestions involved bouquets of flowers, expensive romantic get-aways or extravagant jewelry. A big ...
Views: 4182 - Can I Get My Ex Girlfriend Back? One Thing You Must Know! - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Charles Wealth“Can I get my ex girlfriend back?” It can be hard going through a breakup, but this doesn’t mean the end of the world. When breakup happens, you are left wondering if your girlfriend would ever come back to you. You still love her and thought you would spend the rest of your life with her, but ...
Views: 4182 - Ways To Save A Relationship: 3 Simple Tips To Stop A Break Up - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Michael LeeLooking for ways to save a relationship? Determined to make it work no matter what? You're not the only one going through a rough patch. Everyone has, at one point in their life, encountered a dead end in their relationship. But I'm here to help you get through that. Read on for more ways to ...
Views: 4176(1 vote) - *** Relationships: The Art of Listening - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2009 from Margaret PaulIn 1974, Dr. Virginia Satir presented the concept of mirroring in her groundbreaking book, "Conjoint Family Therapy." In 1975 Dr. Thomas Gordon wrote a best-selling book called "Parent Effectiveness Training." In the book he taught parents to "active listen," which ...
Views: 4174(5 votes) - Dealing With Other People's Anger - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2010 from Greg BakerThere is a very revealing verse in the Bible that helps define the psychology of an angry person. Proverbs 22:24 Make no friendship with an angry man; and with a furious man thou shalt not go: The warning is very poignant. Angry people are exceptionally difficult to deal with. But for many ...
Views: 4174(3 votes) - The Heart: Why Do Some People Close Their Heart? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to relationships with other human beings and with life itself; the heart has a unique purpose. At an emotional level; the left side (feminine) of the heart allows one to receive and the right side (masculine) of the heart allows one to give. And when one of these sides is out of ...
Views: 4172 - 5 Steps To Mend Your Broken Heart and Move on - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Andrew HunterA broken heart is one of the toughest situations you will face in life. After a break up, it's important to find ways to fix your broken heart so you can keep moving on down life's road. Yes, it's difficult, but you must take steps to heal yourself. Healing a Broken Heart – Step ...
Views: 4170(4 votes) - *** Relationships: Do Humans Mate for Life? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Christine BreeseEveryone is looking for “the one” who will be a partner for life. Some even feel that they are looking for a lost soul counterpart, their other half somewhere here on the earth like a needle in a haystack. Many believe that human beings are meant to mate for life. However, I am not so sure about ...
Views: 4169(5 votes) - Reflections from Childhood - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Natalie AmsdenFrom the first time we open our eyes we begin imitating our parents. When our caretakers smile at us we learn to smile. When our caretakers get frustrated we learn frustration. When we meet other children, especially in early elementary school, it is often comical how much they act and talk like ...
Views: 4165 - ***How Do I Get My Ex-Girlfriend Back - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Paul Dobransky, M.D.You don’t. I’m sorry, but no matter who you are, who she is, and how many crazy skills in dating you have learned, you will never. ever get back that particular person. Why? It’s been programmed into us since the dawn of time, and it’s called COURTSHIP. There’s an actual set of ...
Views: 4160(3 votes) - Top 3 Reasons Why Men Become Insecure - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2016 from Kemi SogunleWe all have insecurities of some sort but when it takes a toll on our relationships, it becomes burdensome. You may have finally met the man of your dreams but it seems you cannot put your fingers on. It turns out he is always defensive or sensitive and has answers or excuses for everything ...
Views: 4155 - Is Text Messaging An Ex Boyfriend Good Or Bad Idea? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Mika MaddelaDo you want to win your ex boyfriend back into your life? Maybe, you've heard about the No Contact Rule but still don't know if text messaging an ex boyfriend will actually help you or hurt you. If you truly want to get your ex boyfriend back, but you're not sure if text messaging will truly ...
Views: 4153 - Loving Again - a past life regression case study - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Orly AravaLoving Again - a past life regression case study Like many others, Gale experiences hardship in her marriage. She and her husband have been married for ten years, have three kids, a mortgage and steaming frustration over various issues. “He doesn’t understand me!” she told me in tears. “He ...
Views: 4153 - Things to Say to Get Your Ex Girlfriend Back - Words to Melt Her Heart Again! - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2011 from Michael UadialeIt is very painful going through a break up especially with someone you have appeared to understand and adore. Are you thinking of trying to find the best things to say to get your girlfriend back. This is at times a tedious task that should be taken care of correctly to guarantee you don’t do ...
Views: 4150 - Hurt People Hurt People - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Ken FieldsPeople who are hurt, specifically in an emotional or psychological sense, tend to hurt other people. Hurt people can hurt people with harsh words, biting comments, derogatory statements, ridicule, condescension, sarcasm, yelling and screaming, cussing and innuendo about family members or ...
Views: 4149(3 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: My Best Friend Is Leading Me On. What Do I Do? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: My best friend is leading me on. What do I do? My best friend has been leading me on for quite a while. We flirt a lot but we still aren't dating. A month ago, we confessed that we liked each other, except he wasn't ready for a relationship. I was okay with that. But now ...
Views: 4147(1 vote) - Every Behavior Has a Positive Intention - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Charles BenderWhy drilling down to a behavior's true purpose changes everything One of the most powerful NLP presuppositions is that every behavior has a positive intention. This does not imply that everything that a person does is 100 % positive - that would be utter denial of the truth - this presupposition ...
Views: 4147(1 vote) - Couples and Money: Don’t Let Financial Stress Ruin Your Relationship - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2009 from Karen McCallFinancial fear is creating tremendous stress for many couples. Yet, money problems can actually help couples draw closer together, rather than tearing them apart. The “statistic” that money is the number one cause of divorce is absolutely false. While financial disagreements may be the ...
Views: 4146(2 votes) - Stop Giving Away Your Power In Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from Virginia ClarkOne reason your relationships tend to fail is that you start out well enough, but then slowly, without realizing it, you start to give away your power. This process is insidious and before you know it, instead of having a healthy give and take, the relationship has lost its balance. When you ...
Views: 4146(1 vote) - Are You Sex-Starved? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Tina TessinaIf You're In A Sexless Marriage, You Need These Tips Now Sexless marriage is a complaint I get often from clients. While sometimes, in case of illness or injury, a complete sexual experience is not possible in marriage, it is always best to have whatever sexual experience is available to the ...
Views: 4145(3 votes) - How To Be An Alpha Male And Get Unlimited Women - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Dean CortezSurely you know about the term "Alpha Male." We often associate this phrase with animal species -- and the most dominant gorilla or lion that reigns over the others and is given access to the most desirable females. Some guys have a negative opinion of what it means to be an Alpha Male. To ...
Views: 4143(4 votes) - Relationships: How Should Someone Respond When Another Person Is Indifferent? - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile one can be friends with people who put in as much effort as they do, there is also the chance that this isn’t the case. It could then be said that some of their relationships will be out of balance. And not only might this apply to their friends, it could also be something that they ...
Views: 4143(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: 4138(1 vote) - Every Couple's Dilemma: To Be Truthful? Or To Protect Feelings? - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from John KuypersThere are only two kinds of marriages - truthful and protective. You cannot be both at the same moment in time. They are a dilemma in the same way that it cannot be both night and day at the same time. We have no choice but to give up one in order to have the other. I cannot protect you from ...
Views: 4137 - ***One Sure Fire Way to Improve Your Marriage - Turning Towards - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2018 from Dr. John SchinnererWhat if I were to tell you there are secrets, scientifically proven tools, that will light up your relationship with your spouse? Would you be interested? Would you be willing to learn? As it happens, there are proven tools that you can learn to improve your relationship with your spouse. And ...
Views: 4134 - A Woman's Intuition | Kathryn Crawford Wheat - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Kathryn WheatA Woman’s Intuition That little voice inside your head that gives you warnings about people and situations, is it real? Should I have listened to my friends all those years ago that told me the guy I was about to marry was bad news, after my money, arrogant, not good enough for me…..? ...
Views: 4132 - 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 ...
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