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Relationships are vital to our health and happiness. With that said, our relationships with ourselves are no less important than our relationships with others. Taking care of ourselves positions us to be better partners and spouses.Personal spaceAutonomy is necessary for personal growth. It’s great to have time and space to ourselves. There are moments in which we all know that ignoring the need to recharge would be a terrible idea!.Moreover, taking time to do your “own thing” once in a while can actually benefit you and make you appreciate your relationships more. If you work or play apart for a bit, you…
Today’s topic is a great question. Some people do not put enough thought into this important decision. All couples should take some time going over a “Living Together Checklist” before they decide to move in together. While it may sound like a clinical approach, this list is necessary when making this life-changing commitment. There are many factors you should consider before deciding to live together. Firstly, create a list of important questions to ask yourself: Are you READY to live with your boyfriend? (This is the biggest question of all!) Do you both have similar relationship goals? Are you in agreement about…
In today’s fast-paced world, quality, and effective communication are sometimes neglected in our relationships. But you and I know that communication is the backbone of every successful relationship. Romantic questions for couples are a great tool that helps to bridge communication gaps and create deeper connections. If you and your partner will take time to ask yourselves meaningful questions from this moment, you will create a good space for understanding and genuine intimacy. Asking thoughtful and romantic questions for couples is not just about filling awkward silence, but it’s about creating opportunities to intentionally understand each other. Even long-term partners…
Is that a joke? Finding rest as a single mom? Motherhood is a full-time, 24/7, 365 days per year job, and there’s simply no vacation. We love those babies more than anyone else on earth possibly could. They bring us joy and laughter, and our hearts could almost burst when we see them hit a new milestone. Mothers love like no other, but we also serve like no other. The role a mom plays in a household is irreplaceable. Many moms often struggle to find time to sneak in a shower or sit down for thirty seconds, much less actually rest. And if you factor…
Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year. I love hot cocoa, Christmas decorations, Christmas music, snuggling under a blanket watching Christmas movies, eggnog, parties, and all the traditions that Christmas brings. I love seeing family and friends that I haven’t seen in a while. I love the reminder of childhood memories with aunts and cousins baking pies in the kitchen. But, let’s be honest. Christmas can be one of the most difficult times of the year for many, and especially for single parents. My first Christmas as a single mom is one of my saddest memories. My…
Substance abuse is a chronic problem, and it has only grown worse with time. According to the American Addiction Centers, 36.8 million adults over the age of 26 struggle with substance abuse. If your spouse is struggling with substance abuse today, know they are not alone. It has become more common within the past few years for people to struggle with addiction. All of your pain and heartache over your spouse is valid, but do not lose hope.With God, there is always hope (Psalm 62:5-6). You are very brave and compassionate for staying with your spouse as they are struggling…
What is a soulmate?The soulmate concept is often incorrectly attributed to Plato, but it was the playwright Aristophanes who wrote that humans are born with half a soul, doomed to a life of longing and despair unless they found the missing half of their soul in another person.This is clearly not a recipe for psychological well being, or for a healthy adult relationship. It takes work, commitment and patience to build a sound relationship house – and if you believe you purchased this house with the wrong person, you may lose the motivation to renovate.In my work with couples struggling…
So you want to learn how to make a relationship last? Keep reading, as I will show you everything you need to know. It takes more than love to make a relationship – you must be committed to it, understand it, and add more effort to make it work. According to the American Psychological Association, about 40-50% of marriages in the U.S. alone end in divorce. This shows that love alone can’t make a relationship work.The question is what does it take to make a relationship work? A relationship expert, Dr. John Gottman, said, ” Every successful relationship is not…
Love, relationships and dating is an ongoing frustrating topic with both sexes! The world today is a complicated place and many people are having a difficult time amidst all the turmoil. Finding love is not easy these days due to the ongoing demise of face-to-face contact. People are too busy or apathetic to take the time to get out and meet others organically. I even find myself spending too much time on my computer and having to force myself outside during the day. It is important to mingle with real people. It’s not all about work! Many of us have…
International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The theme this year focuses on the need to Accelerate Action emphasizing the importance of taking swift and decisive steps to achieve gender equality. It calls for increased momentum and urgency in addressing the systemic barriers and biases that women face, both in personal and professional spheres.That IWD falls during Women’s History Month is no coincidence. Women’s History Month is the time to highlight the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. The day is much more than…