Their eyes meet, and it's instant chemistry. They both smile as they gravitate towards each other. Soon they engage in conversation. Twenty minutes later he asks for her number. One of them thinks it's been fun talking to a like minded person, and the other is already thinking about the engagement ring.
It doesn't matter who has jumped the gun, the man or the woman. What does matter is the fact that trying to rush a new relationship usually ends in disaster. Intrigued? If yes, read on to learn about three reasons not to rush a romantic relationship.
The Stalker Label
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Three Reasons Not to Rush a Relationship
by Lori Sciame February 23rd, 2018 | Relationships Read More
Can’t You Just Get Along?
by Lori Sciame January 26th, 2018 | Relationships
No matter who asks for the divorce, the process can devastate both parties involved. Loss of self-esteem, fear of living alone, and even financial instability can affect both people in a broken marital relationship. Although the relationship between the couple will never be what it once was, if there are children involved, the couple needs to work towards being able to interact civilly. Children will benefit from divorced parents who continue to communicate effectively vs. those who have hostile interactions.
Children Should be First
If a divorce is fresh, putting the child's feelings first may be especially difficult; however, it is
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Children Should be First
If a divorce is fresh, putting the child's feelings first may be especially difficult; however, it is
Give a Daily Valentine
by Lori Sciame January 12th, 2018 | Relationships
Next gift-giving holiday? Valentine's Day! Even though most holiday lights decorating the outside of homes haven't been taken down, stores already have shelves full of Valentine's merchandise - stuffed teddy bears with big red hearts, heart shaped boxes filled with delectable chocolates, and even racy undergarments. Retailers jump on any chance to capitalize on holidays that center around gift giving. They are in business to make money; however, in our own important relationships we need to be less focused on buying love. This means we should not focus so much on particular days of the year (and
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Holiday Survival Guide
by Lori Sciame November 17th, 2017 | Relationships
Soon the holiday season will be in full swing. There will be presents to buy, special treats to bake, and parties to attend. While many of the parties will be filled with good cheer and laughter, some will seem more like funeral wakes - complete with morose faces and mumbled greetings. If this sounds familiar, then take the time to read this post. Learn a few tips on how to survive a less than perfect family celebration.
Reject Emotional Blackmail
The first key to survival involves stopping emotional blackmail in its tracks. In essence, don't let yourself be bullied. For instance,
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Reject Emotional Blackmail
The first key to survival involves stopping emotional blackmail in its tracks. In essence, don't let yourself be bullied. For instance,
