Just as a homeowner maintains a house, those involved in meaningful relationships need to work to keep their partnerships in good repair. Jobs, children, friends, hobbies, and the like gobble up a person's time. Because of this, love relationships can become casualties of neglect. Instead of taking time to nurture the relationship, often times it is left for dead last. Pledge to resume working on your romantic relationship today, and watch the positive effects your actions will have.
First, a husband or wife should always feel like a priority to the other spouse. Even little gestures, such as bringing home
Liked – But Not by Everyone
by Lori Sciame October 8th, 2012 | Relationships
Throughout a person's life, he or she comes in contact with hundreds of people. Some of these meetings will result in friendships, either temporary or lasting, some will even lead to love; however, not every meeting will end on a good note. In life, there will be times when a relationship ends badly. Realizing this early on can save a sensitive person a lot of heartache.
Relationships occur at school, at work, at church, and in recreational settings. It's a rush to meet someone new that shares similar values and goals - someone with whom you feel a connection. Although
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Relationships occur at school, at work, at church, and in recreational settings. It's a rush to meet someone new that shares similar values and goals - someone with whom you feel a connection. Although
Warning Signs – Controlling Relationships
by Lori Sciame September 24th, 2012 | Relationships
Does your significant other dictate what you can wear, what friends you can hang with, and even where you can go? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, be careful - you may be in a controlling relationship.
Both men and women can become involved with controllers, as they often appear so caring at first. It may seem like they have your best interests at heart, almost like they know "what's best for you," yet do they really? If you have been wondering if your significant other is too controlling, read this post.
I had a friend
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Both men and women can become involved with controllers, as they often appear so caring at first. It may seem like they have your best interests at heart, almost like they know "what's best for you," yet do they really? If you have been wondering if your significant other is too controlling, read this post.
I had a friend
Introverts Should Build Relationships
by Lori Sciame September 10th, 2012 | Relationships
If you tend to be introverted, making friends (and keeping them) can be a taxing endeavor.  For some, even attending social gatherings to meet and mingle can prove exhausting. Because of this, it might seem easier to avoid the work of building lasting relationships.
Don't choose that route, as having strong relationships can benefit you in many ways.  Curious? Read on to learn more about the positives of having friends, even it you classify yourself as an introvert.
Studies show that having friends, people you can count on in good and bad times, helps to you actually live longer. It makes sense
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Don't choose that route, as having strong relationships can benefit you in many ways.  Curious? Read on to learn more about the positives of having friends, even it you classify yourself as an introvert.
Studies show that having friends, people you can count on in good and bad times, helps to you actually live longer. It makes sense
A Few Relationship Don’ts
by Lori Sciame August 27th, 2012 | Relationships
There's a lot of buzz online about relationships.  Much of  the advice you may have heard time and time again, such as establishing open lines of communication and learning to share household duties equitably.  But maybe you've never thought about specific things to not do in a relationship.  Looking at building a relationship from what you shouldn't do may be easier to comprehend.
For instance, what exactly are open lines of communication anyway? Â Does communicating require extensive knowledge of both verbal and non-verbal cues? And does simply talking a lot mean you and your significant other have great communication skills?
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For instance, what exactly are open lines of communication anyway? Â Does communicating require extensive knowledge of both verbal and non-verbal cues? And does simply talking a lot mean you and your significant other have great communication skills?