Let People Know You Love Them
The old saying that actions speak louder than words, holds true when it comes to expressing the love we feel for others. This may come easy to you or you may struggle with showing your love, and if this is the case, you are not alone. Previous hurts, relationship experiences, and past patterns of how […]
Revving Up Intimacy in Your Relationship
One of the definitions of intimacy is a close familiarity or friendship, closeness. Intimacy is not simply about sex, although that can certainly help. But sex alone does not always lead to intimacy. There are several small but powerful things you can do to increase closeness between you and your partner. Be communicative, talk […]
The Freedom of Forgiveness
“Resentment is like drinking poison and then hoping it will kill your enemies.” ― Nelson Mandela “True forgiveness is when you can say, “Thank you for that experience.” ― Oprah Winfrey Forgiveness is not about pretending something didn’t happen, surrendering, accepting injustice, or being weak. It is about acknowledging what happened and moving past it, […]
8 Loving Tips To Improve Your Relationship
Do you feel a little distant from your romantic partner? Could your relationship with a family member be closer? Are you experiencing some friction with a friend? Here are some Loving Tips on boosting contentment and happiness in your relationships with a loved one: Accept the person for all that they are, and all that […]
Confusing Marital Statistics
The latest statistics on marriage in the United States say that 41% of first marriages end in divorce, 60% of second marriages and 73% of third marriages. This can be misleading. They initially might make one want to work in couples’ therapy on their first marriage as it has a higher possibility of success. While […]