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6 Ways to Deal with the Pain of Being Ghosted
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…
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 th…
Making Contact: How to Play It Cool without Cooling It Off
Open communication is one of the most integral parts of a relationship, but in the early stages it can also be the most cumbersome. How many times hav…
How to Improve Your Relationships With Mindfulness
“Give the ones you love wings to fly, roots to come back, and reasons to stay.” — Dalai Lama Do you have trouble understanding relationships? If so, t…
How to Develop Self-Love and Why This Will Strengthen Your Relationship
“An outstanding love doesn’t come from two half-fulfilled people coming together to make one whole, complete life. Outstanding love comes from two who…
What You SHOULD Do When He Asks You Out But Doesn’t Follow Through
If he didn’t confirm, he better have a damn good reason. It’s Monday and you’re talking on the phone with a nice guy you’re in…
Want Your Marriage to Last? Get Premarital Counseling
I spent my time at a recent wedding listening to people’s marriage problems. As the guests danced the night away in celebration, I sat in the back of …
18 Qualities You Need To Find In A Partner Before You Commit To Them
1.Trustworthiness. Trust is the foundation of a relationship. Without trust, there is nothing. 2. Happiness. I’m not talking all-the-time, happy-go-lu…
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 have…
5 Controlling And Manipulative Relationship Signs To Watch Out For, Because Love Isn’t Supposed To Feel Restrictive
When it comes to love, our society romanticizes intense, controlling relationships so much that it can be hard to recognize them for what they are. We…