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Commitment Phobia: Are You Commitment Phobic? By : Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Marilee, a client of mine, was commitment phobic. “I’d love to be in a loving relationship,” she told me in one of our counseling sessions, “but I’m not willing to give up my freedom. I have a great life. I love my work and my friends. I love to travel and take workshops and classes. I don’t want anyone telling me what I can or can’t do. I don’t want to deal with someone feeling hurt because I want to work rather than be with him. It’s just not worth all the hassle.” Marc... Partnership Originated From A Dream By : Natali Roettger A few years ago I - Natali - was still living in Russia and had never dreamt of living in a foreign country. On a beautiful sunny day, back in 1996, when I worked as a kindergarden-teacher, we were given notice that our kindergarden was about to be closed down.Two months later I was out of work. Totally by chance - as it happens often - I discovered an ad in the newspaper, where a company offered work for AuPair girls abroad. It seemed quite interesting and tempting, so I ... Online Dating At The End of the Rainbow By : Naim A. Samad The journey to healthy dating, intimate, social and personal relationships start at the beginning of the rainbow. Fairy tales and fictional characters harbor illusions in our minds, constantly generating a false sense of reality. We begin to believe what we imagine to be real, loosing all perspective of reality. Online Dating The Art of Selection By : Naim A. Samad Dating manuals thick as telephone directories can be written on the subject of selecting the right dating partner. The key to the selection process is not to focus on our potential dating partner, but to focus on our ingrained human instincts. Building Bridges, Not Walls! By : Willie Jones Only twenty years ago, people would casually stroll the neighborhood, stop and chat with each other or walk down the street and greet you cordially. Nowadays people walk at a very fast pace and for the most part just walk past you looking at the ground lost in their own thoughts. It seems less people will say hello to a stranger. So it seems to a lesser degree with family and friends. Have we in this society lost some of our ability to communicate? Are we so involved in ou... I’m So In Love, So Why Am I Depressed? By : Margaret Paul, Ph.D. “I’ve waited so long for love to come into my life, yet now that it’s here, I’m depressed. I can’t figure this out,” complained Elayne in one of our phone counseling sessions. “Todd is really terrific. He’s all I’ve been wanting in a man – open, caring, and emotionally available. I really think there is something wrong with me.” “When did you start to feel depressed?” I asked. “Well, I think it started last week right after we spent a wonderful weekend together.” ... Sending Your Love Through An Online Florist By : Sintilia Miecevole If you are far away from your loved ones, it is sometimes hard to show them how much you love and appreciate them. You can send cards and letters through the mail, but sometimes you want to give them something special. Online florists can be the answer to all of your gift-giving woes. Rather than having to locate local florists in faraway places, online florists offer you the flexibility of sending flowers to virtually anywhere just by entering your payment information and pi... There's More To Buying A Diamond Than The Price By : Sintilia Miecevole Of course the price will be one of the factors that will influence your decision of whether to buy a diamond or not, but it is not the only one. Not knowing anything about gems may make you buy one of an inferior quality. This is the reason why knowing the fundamental points needed when purchasing a diamond can help. These are the 4 Cs: Color, Cut, Clarity and Carat Weight. Once you have learned the 4 Cs it will be easier for you to choose the right diamond. Here we have ... Love, Lies, Betrayal, And Deceit - Why Do We Lie To Those We Love? By : Timothy Cole Why do husbands and wives, boyfriends and girlfriends, lie to each other? Our romantic relationships are seldom what they seem. We all want a relationship that is built on openness, intimacy, and trust, but the truth is, our relationships do not always work that way. More often than not, our intimate relationships involve secrecy and deceit. In fact, if you want to look for deception and betrayal in your own life, the best place to start is close to home. Husbands an... Anger and Hurt: another lonely place! By : Dorothy Being human can really be challenging, to say the least. We feel emotions with every breath we take, every move we make. Some emotions are so sweet that we never want to lose that feeling. Other emotions cause us so much anger and hurt that we are paralyzed with pain. Being Dumped, just plain sucks! By : Dorothy "Posted by Anonymous The last woman I was involved with was quite full of herself. So then why did she dump me?" And my answer to him was this... BROKEN TRUST! By : Dorothy If you have been there so to speak, then you know what it means to suffer from a trust betrayal, or BROKEN TRUST. For lack of a better word. It just plain SUX! CONTROL...who exactly is being controlled? By : Dorothy "If I can’t trust my spouse to keep their sexual promise to me, why am I in this relationship? I don't ever want to "control" another person's life. I choose to believe in the promise until prove otherwise. Positive attracts positive." My first thought was,"WOW"! Does one really feel that they are controlling their mate? Her Cries for help are Real!! By : Dorothy Throughout my dealings with women from all over the world, I have met so many that are in a prison of pain and frustration. Through my website, they search desperately for a way out of this prison. They want so desperately to be heard. Jealousy: A lonely place to be! By : Dorothy "Jealousy as many women knows is a very hard emotion to control , it takes your stomach and twists it into knots until you scream for release. Problem is when we scream it is usually misunderstood and frowned upon. Just love me! By : Dorothy Just LOVE me, like a fat kid loves cake! To Trust or not to Trust ! By : Dorothy Trust is something we learn as very small babies. We trust the first person that we bond with and it grows from there. Have you ever noticed how cool kids are? They trust every little thing we say. They rarely question us when we tell them something. Walking on egg shells ! By : Dorothy Walking on egg shells! Has anyone ever told you, that's how they feel around you? If they have, it's a huge red flag and one that should not be ignored. It needs to be dealt with immediately. Walls Of Communication! By : Dorothy This is why communication is so important. It is the key to opening all those doors. Without it, the doors will remained locked and one will have to work very hard to break through. "You are killing US with YOUR jealousy" By : Dorothy I also feel that I have neglected to reveal how the other party involved in a relationship that suffers from jealousy or self-esteem issues also suffers. Six Steps To Planning A Hawaii Beach Wedding From Afar By : Blake Kritzberg There's much to do when you're planning a wedding in Hawaii. But as with any destination wedding, a special wrinkle is that you'll need to take care of many details from far away. And perhaps you've never been to Hawaii before. All this can pile some frustration onto your planning, but in the end, there are few places in the world that can compare to the Garden Isle of Kauai, Magic Island off Waikiki, or Oahu's Paradise Cove, just to name a few of Hawaii's many jewels. Her... What You Say, What People Hear By : Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Communication between partners often gets confusing, and there is a very good reason for this. Most of the time, the words we use have far less impact than the energy behind the words. Therefore, what you say is often not what the other person hears. The energy behind a communication is determined by our INTENTION. In much of the communication between partners, there are two different intentions that can motivate any given communication: we are often either intent upon co... Romance on a Budget –“Cheap Thrills can Lead to a Lifetime of Love.” By : Heidi Richards Romance isn’t about spending money, it’s about spending time together, spending energy and creativity to attract and keep the relationship exciting and the love alive. - Heidi Richards Excerpted from the Book - Romance on a Budget The Romance Calendar: Romance isn’t just for Holidays and Special Occasions By : Heidi Richards Ooh I need romance babe , I hope you know it's true Hope you need romance babe, Just like I do too… Excerpted from the Book - Romance on a Budget By Heidi Richards Your Intuition and Romance - Using all Six Senses to Be More Romantic By : Heidi Richards “Knowing what your partner wants and needs is your sixth sense or intuition at work.” - Heidi Richards Feng Shui and Romance - Using the Ancient Art to Enhance Your Romantic Space By : Heidi Richards “If your love life needs a quick boost, you can use the art of placement to produce the romantic results you desire.” Heidi Richards Here Comes the Sun (Signs) - Romance, Astrology and You - Fire Signs By : Heidi Richards Your sun sign can tell a lot about you as a lover. It can help you explore how you approach your romantic love interests." Heidi Richards Here Comes the Sun (Signs) - Romance, Astrology and You - Water Signs By : Heidi Richards Air signs have a great deal to do with relationships and intellect and are gatherer knowledge using their intuition and the head. They are known for getting what they desire and achieving their goals. Their hallmark is making a difference in the world, whether it be in their own circle of influence or something much larger. Ashton & Demi: A Giant Step For Older Women? By : Barbara Morris So, Ashton Kucher, 27, and Demi Moore, 43, got married with her kids and ex-husband in attendance. It’s great! It’s Bizarre! She’s a cradle robber! It’s a giant step for older women! Which one is it? How about “A giant step for older women.” Well, almost. It’s not unusual for older female celebrities to hook up with much younger men. Fame and fortune are powerful magnets. But men are visual creatures. What happens after her beauty fades? Not to worry. Loss of a... Are You Too Nice For Your Own Good? By : Royane Real Do you always put the needs of everyone else first, and your own needs last? Do you think it's wrong to stick up for yourself in a relationship? You may think this is what you have to do to be a nice person, but chances are that other people will take advantage of you. If you don't think your own needs are important, other people won't believe your needs are important either. Men Want A Classy Woman By : Sintilia Miecevole Ladies, this one is for you. Your mother always told you “Don’t give away the farm.” Yet men have been saying, “Why buy the cow when you can get the milk for free?” It’s a paradox; women think they need to put out, or they’ll lose their man. Men don’t want a woman who puts out; at least not long term they don’t. Are you the type of woman who men take home to bed; or the type who men take home to meet Mom? One man described it this way, “When I’m talking to a woman, either... The Many Styles Of Celtic Engagement Rings By : Clinton Maxwell Irish traditions are rich and full of both whimsy and sentiment. This is especially true when it comes to weddings and marriage. The Irish symbolize beautifully the real meaning of marriage with their wedding rings. Celtic engagement rings and wedding bands have a style all their own, but still lend themselves to adding your own personal touches. An antique gold ring with the telltale woven pattern is the perfect symbol of the blending of two lives. Designing Your Celtic ... 5 Wedding Ring Engraving Ideas By : William Manor Engraving a message of love on the inner side of your wedding ring is a great way to add a special touch to this symbol of unending love. What to engrave? We've come up with five ideas. Take them as they are or use them to spark your imagination. What Destroys a Marriage By : Naim A. Samad Marriage counselors are professing to have the solution for a fee. Do you think they care about your marriage or dating relationship? The judicial branch of government is pointing the finger at the legislative branch. The legislative branch is pointing the finger at the judicial branch, and church organizations are partnering with social scientist to qualify for federal funding to rebuild marriages. Where is the solution? Women! Get More Love By Giving Less. By : Rori Gwynne Any woman can attract a better quality man or inspire the man she has to give her more love, affection and romance, by learning the truth about Overnurturing. What is Overnurturing? It's doing too much in a relationship. Giving too much. It's the reverse of how a relationship works best for a woman.Giving is what men are supposed to do. Women are supposed to receive the love, affection and gifts that men give, and then give love and affection back to them. Though many of ... Replace Your Wedding DJ With An iPod By : Tim and Tammy Smith Whether its true or not, most everyone agrees that wedding DJs are expensive. A popular tip circulating the net is to replace your wedding DJ with an iPod and DJ your reception yourself. While this may sound like a great idea, there are some things to consider. Just as with any do-it-yourself project, you must be aware of all facets before you start. Understanding The Symbolic Nature Of "Promise" Rings By : Sintilia Miecevole Promise Rings are common, but not so many understand what they are. They are particularly popular with the youth and it is important that any persons considering exchanging Promise Rings have some understanding of what they symbolize. So what are Promise Rings, and what do they mean? Promise Rings are a symbol of a promise made between 2 people. It is usually not appropriate to exchange rings to seal any promise, or that Promise Rings may well not be the correct rings... What Women Want From Men, Whether Dating Or Married. Tip #36 By : Willie Jones Men, If You Want Brownie Points…Send Her Flowers and Trinkets! Ok, ok! So you’ve heard that line before. But you may not understand why after all this time that it still works! Well, in the next few minutes prepare to get an insight into the mysterious women’s world. Here are some very basic things you should know: 1) Women (generally speaking) are the softer side of the human race. We have softer bodies, soft demeanor (usually) and instinctively want to nurture and ... Infidelity Investigation - Warning Signs of Wife Infidelity And How to Catch The Cheater By : Sunny Tan According to the dictionary, infidelity means unfaithfulness to a sexual partner, and in layman terms this simply means that your girlfriend / wife or your boyfriend/husband could be cheating on you for someone else. No marriage, no matter how rich, religious, political or powerful, is immune to the threat of unfaithfulness, so say experts who give advice on how to survive infidelity. Lifetime Relationships! By : Hans Hasselfors Do you realize relationships begin shortly after birth and are ongoing ways of life for every person on the planet? An important part of life depends on how we develop our relationships with others. Perhaps, if we consider examples of this development, a better understanding will enable us to think more clearly before we interact with others. Romantic Proposal Ideas for Mr. Nervous By : Michele Neisler Are you looking for a romantic way to propose to your beloved, but you just don't have any good ideas of your own? Fear not, Mr. Nervous, because this article is full of romantic proposal ideas that are sure to make her happy. Ideas range from the simplistic to extremely dramatic, but they are all great ways to pop the big question. Make More Friends With a Change in Attitude By : Royane Real Are You Open to Liking the People that You Meet? When you meet new people for the first time, do you usually like most of the new people that you meet? Or do you find that you usually dislike new people, unless they can eventually prove after a long time that they deserve your friendship? Perhaps you have never thought about this before. And you may even wonder if it’s really important. Does it really matter very much if you like most people when you first meet them, or if you dec Make Friends and Relationships a Priority in Your Life By : Royane Real Many of us are so busy today that even though we are lonely, we barely have time to exchange emails with the people we care about. If you want to maintain friendships, you have to make time in your life for them. A life without friends will not give you deep satisfaction, no matter how many achievements you have, or how much money you make. Why Send Valentines Day Flowers By : LeeAnna Why you should give your loved one Valentines Day flowers. For hundreds of years Valentines Day has been celebrated by lovers everywhere. Where did this traditions start anyway, and why to we exchange Valentines Day flowers and candies with each other? Well, I have done some searching and I have come across some interesting stories that go along with this tradition. Some of these stories may be true and others may be just what their supposed to be—stories. Here is a short ver... Actions Of Love By : Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Myrna, 38 and a successful physician, sought my help because she often felt inadequate. While she really valued herself as a doctor, she did not value herself in her important relationships with friends and family. In addition, she said she wanted to be in a loving relationship but she took no actions to meet available men. In the course of our work together, it became apparent that Myrna rarely took loving action in her own behalf with her friends and family. For example,... Fear Of Commitment In Relationships By : My Relationship Tips Fear of commitment scientifically, is a type of phobia. It is commonly called as the commitment phobia which refers to a person who is afraid of being committed to any deep relationships, tasks, projects and responsibilities. Have you ever know someone who has the fear of commitment? I have several friends who have the symptoms of this kind of phobia. Most of them are men. They cannot decide on simple things. They find it hard to choose on what to eat during a dine-out in ... How To Get The Chemistry In Your Relationship Back By : My Relationship Tips - Most relationships start out in a way that its like there’s fireworks everytime the two people are together. Both of you just cant get enough of each other, you enjoy the times you spend together and cant wait to do it again. There is some kind of chemistry developing between the two of you that just seems to bind and fuse the two of you together the more you spend more time with each other. Sparks just seem to fly when you get together and more and more people tend to notice... How To Survive A Long Distance Relationship By : My Relationship Tips - Let’s admit it. Long distance relationships are far from easy. It is a sacrifice. You have to be able to transcend the loneliness caused by the distance and the paranioa caused by knowing he's so far away. And you should bear with the things that compose long distance relationships. Once you have decided to get into it, and decided to never let go of each other despite the distance between you and your partner, then congratulate yourself as it takes a great amount of maturity... Making The Most Of Valentine’s Gifts For Him By : Roy Thomsitt - The emphasis on Valentine’s Day remains, in the majority, with a man’s token of love to a woman. The red roses that so symbolize the modern Valentine’s Day are a male love token, a gesture of the man’s heart, a product of romance….. and some quite heavy marketing. The annual love peak is reached on February 14 each year, and marriage proposals hit the news as the more imaginative men think of unique ways to pop the question, while others bring out their engagement rings with ... Support For Non-ADD Spouses And Partners By : Tara McGillicuddy - Living with adult ADD can be quite a challenge. Not only is it a challenge for the actual person who has ADD but for those around him or her. Much needed understanding and support for adults with ADD has finally begun to surface. But what about the people who have chosen to love, honor and cherish adults with ADD? Where do they go for support and understanding? Who is going to help them cope with the challenges of adult ADD? Over the past couple of years both online and lo... 5 Fabulous Valentine Gift Ideas For Her By : Adriana Copaceanu - It’s almost Valentine’s Day and you have no idea how to show your love for your special girl. Don’t worry: here are several ideas you can use now, and be a hero. 1. Roses! I know what you are thinking: boring, thoughtless, not good enough, etc. Well, here is a way to make giving roses very special: buy her a dozen roses and place a pearl inside each rose bud. As the rose buds open, the pearls will be revealed as an extra surprise. Once she finds all your pearls, take them ... How To Be True To Yourself And Be In A Relationship! By : Nancy Powers - The Three Stages Of Relationships Stage 1: The Dependent Relationship Woman were dependent on men. Men were not supposed to express their emotions and were confined to the role of "breadwinner". Woman were confined to the role of housewife, with little political or economic power and few opportunities to move beyond their household lives. We needed each other in order to feel whole and complete. The first stage partner says “I need a partner to complete me.” Both partner... Friendship Bracelets By : Ines Chulina - Friendship bracelets, a fashion accessory once attributed to young girls, can now be found on the wrists of people of all ages. Friendship bracelets are bracelets that are generally hand made by one person and then given to another as a symbol of the friendship. The bracelet can be crafted from one of a number of different materials, including beads, hemp or wool. The bracelet is then placed on the wrist of the friend. It shouldn’t be removed manually because if it is... Friends with Benefits - Can it work? By : Imagine We Meet writing staff Is there ever such a thing as "No Strings Attached?" Can a friendship between two people withstand casual sex? Or is that just an idealistic concept? Valentine's Day Gifts On A Budget By : Dawn Holland - How many times have you found that perfect Valentine's day gift but lost your “heart” when you saw the price? Not everyone has $50 extra for that beautiful bouquet of roses. Here are some meaningful but inexpensive ideas for a Valentine's Day gift that is sure to win the heart of your sweetie for the rest of the year. Hand Written Love Letter Write each other a hand written love letter letting each other know all the reasons why you love each other. Warning! You will n... Love In A Time Of Herpes By : Christopher Scipio - I was born in 1965- a year often considered the first year of “generation-x”. The previous generation- the baby-boomers like my parents, grew up in a time of free love. My mother didn’t take advantage of this but my father sure did, but that’s another story. Us gen-x’ers were the first generation to have to deal with AIDS and the fallout from it. Instead of the sexual revolution we had fear and loathing in our own pants. Now as a Holistic Herpes Treatment Specialist I ... Orgin Of Valentine's Day By : Nicole Dean - Each February, in places around the world, friends exchange flowers, gifts, and candy in celebration of Valentine's Day. The name of St. Valentine is known across the globe as a patron saint. Most of us however, do not know the true origin of St. Valentine and how this special day came to be. What we do know is that February is the month of romance. As we know it today, St. Valentine's Day contains elements of both ancient Roman and Christian traditions. The Catholic Church r... Frugal Romantic Weekend Getaway For Your And Your Spouse By : Nicole Dean - You do not need to spend a lot of money to have a romantic weekend getaway with your loved one. There are many opportunities for inexpensive weekend trips that will give you a special memory with the one you love. You may feel that if you do not spend a lot of money, you will sacrifice style and luxury, but this is not necessarily the case. Tent Camping State parks that have camping facilities are a good choice as well. You can set up a tent, cook over and open fire, and... You Love Them Because They're Funny! By : Heather Diodati - For years I heard woman after woman say after obviously falling in love, "He's so funny! I just love that about him." Often after someone has lost a family member, they'll say "I'll always remember her smile, the way she laughed, the little jokes she would tell to lighten the mood." Could it be we love people who have a great sense of humor? I've always thought so. And now we have scientific proof of what many of us long suspected. Humor is one of the things we enjoy mo... One Man's Perspective on Love By : Patricia Twtichell One man shares his insights into how to make a relationship more romantic. Before You Say I Do By : Naim A. Samad One out of every two marriages ends in divorce. Millions of Americans are filing for divorce. As the divorce rate continues to escalate in America, dating relationships are becoming more popular. Relationships: Conflict Resolution Without Words By : Margaret Paul, Ph.D. - In the last few decades, partners have spent countless hours trying to “work out problems.” Yet over and over again they often come up against a major roadblock: they just don’t see things the same way. No matter how long they talk and how hard they try, neither ends up feeling really heard and understood. While there are some couples that just naturally see things the same way, most people have a really hard time seeing things through the other person’s eyes. What often h... 10 Best Valentines Gifts to Give By : paul wilson World over in February young couples celebrate Valentines Day with laughter and promises of undying love. The celebration knows no barriers and whether 4 or 80 years old, people with hope treasure the phrase “Will you be my Valentine.” Rebuilding Trust By : Timothy Cole - The loss of trust is a very painful experience. It often involves a lot of hurt, confusion, anger, and sadness. Dealing with these emotions is critical when trying to rebuild trust. When upset, we want our partners to understand our point of view - to understand our feelings and emotions. Understanding how we feel is important because it helps us deal with our negative feelings and move beyond them. If a partner does not take the time to make us feel understood - we... Learning And Teaching Social Skills: A Relationship-Based Approach By : Adam Cox - For those of us committed to helping children overcome learning challenges, the quest to teach social skills is particularly important. Social learning impairments are associated with a wide variety of learning disabilities, although they are especially problematic for people with nonverbal learning disabilities (NLD), noted to have underdeveloped right-hemisphere abilities, including deficits in: • reading facial expressions • perceiving emotions • using nonverbal com... What To Do After You've Been Betrayed By : Dan Castro - It might have been your best friend, your partner, your boss, your brother or even your lover. It burns deep inside. You can’t sleep for the anger, the shock and dismay. You may find yourself still not believing it’s happened to you. But it has! When those we have entrusted with our money, our plans, our strategies, our loyalty or even our love betray us, we feel violated deep inside. We feel crushed. We wonder if we can ever recover from this. It is at this moment of... Bring On The Love With Aromatherapy Candles By : Andrew Green - When you are trying to incite a romantic mood you need to have some good quality aromatherapy candles to arm yourself with. These aromatherapy candles will be what makes or breaks your romantic evening. You need to take special care when choosing the aromatherapy candles that you want to use as well. There is nothing like a terrible smell to turn someone off and nothing like a great one to turn them on. The trick is to know which is which. Remember that what smells good to yo... Engagement Party Planning By : George Meszaros - Engagement parties are not only fun but also a great way to announce your engagement to the world. Your engagement party offers an excellent opportunity for your families and friends to get to know each other. There are no hard-set rules about when an engagement party must occur. Your engagement party could be scheduled anytime after your engagement and before your wedding day. Normally, engagement parties are scheduled within a couple of months of the engagement. The part... A Note From Saint Valentine - A First Person Tale Of This Wonderful Day By : Eric V. Allen - Let me introduce myself. My name is Valentine. I lived in Rome during the third century. That was long, long ago! At that time, Rome was ruled by an emperor named Claudius. I didn't like Emperor Claudius, and I wasn't the only one! A lot of people shared my feelings. Claudius wanted to have a big army. He expected men to volunteer to join. Many men just did not want to fight in wars. They did not want to leave their wives and families. As you might have guessed, not many m... Choosing A Vintage Style Engagement Ring By : Peter Wilson - Vintage style engagement rings are a popular choice for brides who love the romantic Victoria era or the ornate settings of antique design. Vintage style engagement rings can be true antiques or they can be modern creations fashioned after the old style rings of another era. Finding a Vintage Style Engagement Ring There are jewellery designers who will create a vintage style engagement ring for you from a new design. They may already have several on display or in thei... This Valentine’s Day Say “I Love You” With Cookies By : Christine Steendahl - What better way to tell your sweetie “I Love You” than with some fresh baked cookies? Give some of these sweet treats a try this Valentine’s Day. Cupid himself would be impressed by these yummy creations. They are sure to be a hit with your Sweetheart, Children, Neighbors or anyone else special to you as well. Don’t forget to get the kids involved! I still have memories of making Valentine’s Day Cookies as a child. Heart Shaped Cookies Make you favorite roll-out sugar co... Am I In Love? Signs That Will Tell You Are On The Right Track! By : My Relationship Tips - It is love that initiated the union between a man and a woman when they finally decided to get married. Before they went through this very important decision of their lives, everything seemed to be on a reverie, with all the goodness and the sweetness that any couple could experience. When the couple gets married, it is that same love that would keep them together, their bond stronger than ever, and their life transformed from a reverie to pure realism. The love that ke... You Can Be Romantic! By : Christos Varsamis - Why is it that so many people believe that they don’t have time or take the initiative to be romantic? Maybe most people don’t believe that they are creative enough to be romantic. Everyone is creative! The definition of being creative is having the ability or power to create. The word create offers a much broader definition than most people accept when it comes to the process of being able to come up with something original or simply well thought out. Gifts that are consi... Trust Full Moon For The Most Romantic Valentine Gift Ever! By : La Tunya Sifford - When shopping for a romantic Valentine gift this year, don’t forget the comfort, ease, and gift choice variety offered online. Here at Full Moon Gift Baskets, we’ve an exciting and tantalizing selection of Valentine Day gift ideas from which to choose. WOW that special man or woman in your life with a unique romantic gift that’s a little out of the ordinary. Take our Naughty-n-Nice Gift Basket, for instance. An assortment of romantic treats and Valentine sweets that’ll hav... Reading The Signs: Common Relationship Mistakes By : HowToSparkRomance Staff - No matter how you slice it, the break up of any relationship almost always leaves at least one person asking, “How did this happen?” The people who ask this question are the ones who fail to recognize the warning signs that point to a relationship in jeopardy. The reasons for which can range from being too involved in the relationship to being too detached. As they say, hindsight is always 20/20 vision. The insight and wisdom you’ve gained, unfortunately, came in too l... Relationship Tip - Keeping The Spark Alive By : HowToSparkRomance Staff - To be loved by someone could be one of the most beautiful things one may experience in life. A person can find his own ways on how he can express love to another person. It is overwhelming to be loved by another person especially when that person makes him very special in his life. A person can express love in many ways. When a person puts his arms around the shoulder of his loved one, he shows affection for the person. There are also times that lovers look at each other a... Should I Spend Money On Women? By : HowToSparkRomance Staff - As the old adage goes, “Money makes the world go round.” You can buy almost everything if you have the money to pay for it. It makes every person wanting to have more to buy more. It creates the instant flow among businesspeople, consumers, negotiators, etc. However, one thing is certainly included in this money consumption, and yet it nobody seems to be the least concerned about it. It is the fact that there are men who are willing to spend more money on women. However... What Is Body Language? By : Codi Morieta - Have you heard of the word Body English? I remember one basketball game when the sportscaster said, "Air Jordan used a little Body English to coax that ball into the hoop, as he released the free throw". He meant that the player moved his hips sideways, as if using mind control, so that the ball will go through the basket. Body English is just one of the myriad of examples of body language that we do and apply to our lives every now and then, consciously or unconscious... Develop and Maintain Positive Relationships Immediately Using Only Four Ingredients By : The Master Blog Builder The way we learned to develop and maintain our relationships with others usually started in our homes when we were young. If our parents showed love and respect for each other, we tended to do the same for our family members. Having had positive interactions there, we took it to school and eventually to the work place. However, if we never witnessed or learned mutual respect at home, we developed an indifference for our fellow-human being. It is no wonder that we never knew how to show it. Do Not Let Anxiety Get The Better Of You In Your Relationships By : Stan Popovich - It can be tough to deal with managing your anxiety while in a relationship. Maintaining a relationship is tough enough let alone having to deal with your anxieties. As a result, here is a list of techniques and suggestions on what to do in managing your anxieties while being in a relationship. In a relationship, we may sometimes encounter a scary situation that gets us all upset. When encountering these events, always remember to get all of the facts of the given situation... The Trouble With Rebound Relationships By : Nathan Miller It never easy when a relationship goes sour. All the love, attention, emotional investment that a person has made to his/her loved one suddenly goes down the drain. The stress and emotional turmoil that goes with this situation can be extremely devastating on a person. That is why it is not the most ideal time for a person who has just experienced a break up to enter into a new relationship. Because chances are, that a person who is in this situation is just committing hi... Deadly Relationship Habits By : Kim Olver - How many of you have ever been involved with a significant other who wanted you to do something you didn’t want to do? I doubt that I’m the only one. By virtue of a significant other relationship, there will be times when our partners will want us to do things we don’t necessarily want to do and conversely, there will be times when we will want our partners to do things they don’t want to do. This is perfectly normal. The key, however, is what we do about it. Can you remem... Top Ten List Of What To Do And What Not To Do In Relationships By : Kim Olver - Most of us who have been intimately involved with someone beyond the infatuation stage know that relationships are like a rollercoaster ride. When things are good, they are very, very good. When things are bad, they are very, very bad. As a relationship coach, I have developed Top 10 Lists---one for men and one for women on 10 things to do and not to do in relationships. MEN DO 1. Just listen to your partner without offering advice. 2. Trust and respect her. 3. Tre... Looking for a Matchmaker? By : Roy Turner Today, many high school graduates go right into college, and from there, enter life-long careers, leaving little time along the way for love and romance. Some find the time, obviously, or there would be a real population problem. But others rank personal relationships low on their priority lists, which means they tend to arrive at this need in their lives by the time they’re in their mid-twenties or older. Dating Online - Be Safe By : Jerry Smith People of any age find that dating is a challenge. Your hair, your make-up, and whether you look fat or not is a worry. Men, you worry about your tie, is it straight. You worry about having enough money and whether you will like her. Fears Of A New Relationship By : Margaret Paul, Ph.D. - Katie had not been in a relationship in ten years, and she was scared to death. In her last relationship, she had lost herself completely and then felt devastated when her boyfriend of three years left her for another woman. After working on herself emotionally and spiritually for a number of years, Katie, now 48, felt she was ready for a new relationship. So she joined an online dating service and promptly met Sean, who seemed too good to be true. Warm, compassionate, in... How To Share Romance In Your Relationship By : Codrut Turcanu If you are serious about spiceing up your current relationship, quickly and easily, you're going to uncover the couple relationship myths... How Compatible Are You And Your Partner? By : Kim Olver - What are the things you argue about? Where are the disagreements? The small resentments? Where do you have to give in to get along? Do you argue over money? Are you fighting over sex? Do you have different ideas about how much time you should spend together and apart? Do you squabble over extended family and friends? Is one of you daring and reckless, while the other wants to play things safe? Does one of you want to be right all the time? Does one of you want to always b... You Can Improve Your Relationship By : Kim Olver - It seems as if creating successful relationships with our significant others and parenting children are two of the most difficult jobs we face and yet we get no formal training in either. It’s as if people believe that we are born with an inherent ability to do these two things. Yet, look around us. In the US, the divorce rate is slightly over 50%! I don’t know anywhere but baseball where a 50% average is a good thing. Couples go through life getting along when times are g... Managing The Pain Of Abusive Relationships By : Kim Olver - How many times have you said, “I didn’t have a choice?” This is a phrase that is uttered by many to justify their behavior or complain about their life circumstances. Surely, we can continue to believe there are no choices, but it is my belief that kind of thinking is what greatly contributes to our frustration and limits the strength and amount of personal power we experience. Whenever you are in a situation where you believe there is “no choice”, remember that there are ... How men are failing with women and dating By : Rion Williams Millions of men today are confused and in the dark as to how to treat or react to women when society tells them what to do yet the women ignore or reject them. This article will help men understand some of the issues and will help to bring men into the light of a more effective reality. Is Shyness Keeping You From Having the Relationships You Want? By : Royane Real If your shyness is so strong that it keeps you from having the social life you really want, you are probably lonely a lot. Learn what you can do to overcome your shyness, and learn what doesn't work at all! 5 Important Details Developing Rapport By : Sheila Easton - Let us take a peak at the basics of developing rapport with others. In a nutshell, what it takes is to ask questions, have a positive, open attitude, encourage an open exchange of communications (both verbal and unspoken), listen to verbal and unspoken communications and share positive feedback. Here are important details on each step: 1. Ask Questions Building report is similar to interviewing someone for a job opening or it can be like a reporter seeking info... The reality of attraction and dating in a post modern society By : Rion Williams Take a look at how our modern societies have influenced the lifestyles of countless millions of people in their dating choices and everyday realities. By understanding what is going on with how women and men relate to each other in the game of attraction, men can improve their lifestyle. Sending The Right Roses? By : Cynthia Marcano - You have probably received or sent roses at least once in your life. Besides the obvious "Someone has thought of me", what do roses say? Roses and their colors have different meanings. So before you send your next bouquet or after you have received one, you need to read this. Is there a secret message behind that delivery? As most people may know, the traditional bouquet of red roses signifies love. But nowadays, depending on who you ask, red roses can be described as anyt... How To Use The Power Of A Smile By : Codi Morieta - Have you ever noticed how the word “smile” assumes the position of a smile on your face right after it has been pronounced? The same is true with a grin or a grouch. Much of the words in the English language or perhaps in other languages of the world assume the facial expressions of the person pronouncing them. Perhaps this is how words came into existence. What kind of difference can a smile make? In spite of its simplicity and spontaneity, a smile can make all t... How to Use Eye Contact More Effectively By : Royane Real Have you ever wondered why some people seem to make conversation easily, and turn their conversation partners into friends quickly, while others struggle with conversation and friendship? Eye contact often makes the difference. Save Your Relationship With A Romantic Getaway By : Julia Brown - If the cliche familiarity breeds contempt is starting to take shape in your relationship then you might want to try a quick and easy relationship fixer. Get you and you significant other to go to a romantic getaway that will surely get you in the mood for some much needed quality time. Here are some great romantic getaway hotspots that you and your honey can hightail to even for just the weekend. 1. Jersey Shore, New Jersey New Jersey, highly known for its Beachy Glitz,... Do You Want Trust Back In Your Relationship? By : Timothy Cole - TRUST is hard to earn, but easy to lose. And without TRUST, relationships come apart quickly. Trust is the belief that a partner has your best interest at heart. And it is impossible to have a healthy relationship without trust. Trust is a two-way street. Trust involves telling the truth AND being open to hearing what a partner has to say. But, sometimes the truth can be difficult to tell OR hear. When this happens, trust gets damaged and must be repaired. Relatio... 10 ways to identify if your public relations company is right for you By : paul wilson PR plays a key function in a successful business. And for PR to be productive you will need to trust more than friendship or basic instincts in choosing an “ideal” PR company. Since public relations are about communication and steering the company towards realistic targets, you must consider a number or crucial and tangible issues.
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