balanced marriage Interview from Phil and Maude Mayes “What’s your holistic message on relationships now and how does that differ from, say, 20 years ago?” Maude: Our core message is that it is possible to have joyful, passionate, conflict free relationships. Twenty years ago this was a fantasy I had of relationships. Today it is a reality
dating Date Night Ideas for Couples Over 50 - Staying Young Together Should Dating Ever Be Over? Men and women of senior age, say this aloud with me, “Life is not over after 50!” This should especially be emphasized to those who remain single after 50, or who have lost a life partner and going through the silver years alone again. Instead,
divorce Is Masturbation Healthy? Taking Matters Into My Own Hands With Joy I Did It Myyyy Way! Since my marriage fell apart and I ultimately got divorced, I have found myself changing, learning, and growing in ways I didn’t expect. Thanks to my loving friends and family, a solid therapist, and my blog, I have been staring down my past and
behind the mask Behind The Mask - Everyone is Weird Behind The Mask – The Beginning When I first started dating I really didn’t know how weird I was. I mean, I seemed perfectly normal to myself. My family pretty much accepted me for who I was and even though we had some times that we misunderstood each other we
don't rush love The Road to the Divorce: Avoiding Detours That Lead to the D-Word Divorce Is Harsh and Real Life has many harsh realities and one of this is divorce. For romantics at heart who wish for their happily ever after, the D-word is a nightmare that they hope won’t happen to them. So what leads to divorce and what can be done
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arguing Change Your Words – Change Your Relationship There’s a Change Coming My wife Maude and I have a very loving and peaceful relationship, and we’ve looked hard at what we do to create this. One of the things is how we use language. Most conflict in a relationship arises not from what is being said,
business and love Love Or Business: Which One will You Choose? Which Do You Choose? Feeling a little lost in the maze? A career-oriented person focuses more his/her attention on work – or business. For those who are married, this trait often leads to losing time for family and loved ones. Those who are in a relationship usually neglect their partner
Interview with Jill Chivers ” First tell us about who you are now and where you came from to get here “ I grew up in a coal mining town in the 1970s and 80s, which shaped me in so many ways. I scraped into university (didn’t know what ‘study’ meant during high school) and
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dating Ways to Let Your Sweetheart Rekindle the Romance Don’t Lose that Loving Feeling Beware: Same old boring routine can actually be hazardous to your relationship! Couples who have been going out for over a year can find this to be all too familiar. While getting comfortable and familiar with each other is a good thing, it’s
dating Should You Date a Single Dad? The Single Dad Question You meet a cute and smart guy online. He invited you out for a dinner date and you feel that he meets every criterion on your boyfriend material list, except for one thing: He is a dad. If you are not into dating single daddies, then
dating Reuniting With Past Loves? Top 5 Steps to Follow Get Back With an Ex? Reuniting with a lost love can seem more comfortable than meeting someone else for the first time. Unlike new relationships, old issues may get in the way though. Was the breakup caused by: * cheating * distance * parental disapproval Depending on the circumstances of your breakup, reuniting
dads Father’s Day Gifts Dads Will Love One Size Isn’t Gonna Fit All Unfortunately, no Father’s Day gift is going to please every father out there. Sorry, all. The good news is that I’ve met a large number of very different fathers, and I’ve figured out what works for each of them. Layabout
graduation Small Gestures Can Reap Big Rewards Give Small, Get Big Building relationships isn’t just about finding common beliefs or shared interests. Sometimes it’s a nice gesture that can provide the opportunity to build an acquaintance into a friend. The same kind overture can also be the icebreaker that restores a damaged relationship. When summer
date coaching Dating Coach – What They Do To Fulfil Your Dating Dream What! A Dating Coach? In today’s hectic world, people often find it difficult to dedicate enough time for their personal and social life. The concept of work-life balance is more of a myth these days, and it can be ages since you have a good date. Consider This If
dating Date Night Style: Easy Tips for Looking Great Date Night Tips – Get Some! Congratulations: You made it through another stressful week. Now it’s time for date night! Whether single and ready to mingle, or married with a couple of kids at home, one thing all women have in common is the desire to look great on an
Romance The Spaces In Between The Moments in Life There are big, giant moments in the life of a relationship. Awkward first kisses, saber-rattling fights, babies born and anniversaries celebrated. You know, the kind of events that deserve epic movie scores or their own scrapbooks. Successful relationships deserve these moments, times in life when we
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conversation Good 2nd Date Conversation Topics to Keep Them Interested Tongue Tied? So, your first date was spectacular and now you are thinking about what you are going to do and say on your second date. Many people are very practiced and entertaining on a first date, but struggle on the second ones. You might even want to lower the
affection Showing Affection To Your Partner What’s All The Fuss About? There’s no doubt about the fact that every relationship has its own set of demands that are ruled by love, trust and acceptance (above all else). This is why every person desires their partner’s affection. It takes years and years of love
health routines Health Routines that Can Improve Your Relationship With Your Spouse There’s an expression that says, the couple that works out together, stays together. Fitness and healthy living bonds two people over mutual values of self-respect. We have to stay healthy so we can perform our responsibility not just as parents but as partners to our wife or husband too.
appearance What Can You Tell About a Person from Their Appearance? The Book and The Cover Can you judge a book by its cover? For some people, looks are the most important issue when making a connection with a potential partner. For others, they look towards signals such as a sense of humor and sensitivity to judge whether a person has
engaged Why Should He Be The One To Propose - Is It Right? Come on, Does It Really Matter? It is a very valid question. We guess it all boils down to how much of a traditionalist you are. If you haven’t yet entered into the 21st Century in your mind, then you may now be sitting there with your mouth wide