Getting the Relationship You Want Uncategorized
Marriage doesn’t come with a one-size-fits-all handbook that outlines the specific steps that couples can take to resolve conflict in marriage. One method that can be successfully leveraged when conversations become heated is the “time out” method. By taking a time out, the hopes are that both parties will “take a breather”, calm down, and retrain their focus on solving
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Getting the Relationship You Want
A common mistake in relationships is assuming your partner fully understands who you are. We expect them to know what we want in life, what we need from them, and to understand our goals. After all, we’ve talked about these things before. They should know by now, right? Unfortunately, these assumptions can lead to problems. To prevent relationship drama, take
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Many of us communicate with our spouses on a daily basis, often several times a day. When it comes to having a serious conversation with your spouse, it can be challenging to find the right time, place, or even the right way to effectively convey your message. Discussing “hot topics” is never easy, and it’s often least of all with
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Getting the Relationship You Want
In every relationship, there comes a point at which you must decide whether to go beyond casual to committed or end it and move on. In other words, fish or cut bait. Perhaps you’ve been there more times than you can count, thinking you’re starting a great relationship, only to discover they weren’t the right one. Rather than beating yourself
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This is such an exciting time – sharing your news with others elicits hugs, happiness, and congratulations. There is so much to do before the big day! And it’s going to be a wedding like nobody’s ever seen. The dress, the cake, the party… Hold on! Bridezillas and outrageous dress shopping make for entertaining TV, but smart couples know that
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The wedding was off the hook – people still talk about the beautiful ceremony, the amazing reception, and the picture-perfect pair you made. Among your friends and family, you are THE couple – the one that will make it: in love, happy, and strong. But a perfect wedding doesn’t mean you have the secrets to a happy marriage. It’s easy
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You have come to the heartbreaking decision to end your marriage. Regardless of whether you or your partner made the first move, it is now your move to position yourself to not only recover but thrive after this major life event. Now is the time to figure out how to enjoy life after divorce. Whether you have been married only
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Couples Corner Getting the Relationship You Want
You’ve decided that you are a couple, dating exclusively, maybe even talking about marriage. Great relationships take effort and attention. Despite the fairy tales we heard as children, true love is a product of honesty, kindness, and respect. To be one of those couples who care, keep these tips in mind to strengthen your relationship. Take Your Time When you
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Overcoming A Broken Relationship
Every week, I hear from a broken-hearted woman struggling after a breakup. The man she loved, the one she thought was THE one, cheated on her. It breaks my heart to hear the pain and sadness behind her words. “Why me? Was I not enough? I loved him, how could he do this?” When you are bogged down by a
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I see so many beautiful, talented women who are spending all their energy trying to be someone else. They are afraid they aren’t enough on their own, so they try to change their appearance to look like a model or superstar. They try to hide the very characteristics that make them unique. This only addresses half the issue. There is
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