Maya* was frustrated, upset, and confused. She had met a guy and gone out on a few dates and thought the relationship was progressing nicely, but then he disappeared. He stopped calling and texting an…
Relationship experts say these are the 8 red flags to look out for when you start dating someone — and some are surprisingly common
Any new relationship is full of challenges. You’re getting to know someone, and there’s no telling when something might happen to burst the bubble of your new romance. In general, it’…
9 Questions To Ask On A First Date, According To Divorce Lawyers
Few people have a keener eye for relationship red flags than divorce attorneys. They’ve seen firsthand how quickly personality quirks can turn into major annoyances and the problems that can lead to c…
If You’re Waiting For Him To Text Back, Stop Waiting
Stop. Put down your phone. Look around you. What’s going on? Have you really taken a moment to sit back and look at what’s happening? Time goes by so fast, and it goes by even faster when …
The 55 Best Questions To Ask To Break The Ice And Really Get To Know Someone
What’s the first question most people ask you when you meet? It’s likely, “What do you do?” This has become the new “How’s it going?” or “How about that weather?” and it’s awful. If you’re anything li…
7 Reasons Calling is Better Than Texting in Dating and Relationships
I’ve been a marriage and family counselor for more than 40 years. Though the times and technologies have changed, the basics of dating and mating haven’t. The new science of love demonstrates that the…
Improving Communication with your Spouse
Below are some simple small steps you can take to make improvements in your communication with your spouse. Communication is key to the success of your marriage and a strong long lasting relationship.…
Being away from your Loved One
One of the hardest tests of any marriage is spending time away from your spouse. Spending time away from your loved one is a test that a marriage will go through, whether the trip is for business or p…
So You Have Found The Perfect Person
So you found the girl you want to get married to, and you go and propose. You make sure your hair is combed, teeth are brushed and you wear the best of your garments and get ready to meet her family. …
3 Ordinary Questions That Will Create an Extra-Ordinary Marriage/Relationship
Effective communication is at the heart of every healthy happy and loving relationship. When we think of effective communication, we often overlook one very critical aspect of communication. We focus …