The homework assignments aided me in uncovering and understanding many things that have contributed to who I am. A lot of the exercises had me reviewing my whole life, relationships and experiences. I thought this was great, because often times we only look at what is in front of us. The exercise of looking behind and forward is what is really going to help me move through my journey with a strong foundation of self and my eyes wide open.
I often recommend that couples, especially those with young children, make a regular date night. Today I have a suggestion for where to go on your date: an upscale gentlemen’s club. Yes, a strip club. Before you come after me with a pitchfork, let me explain.
Being betrayed by your romantic partner is devastating. If the betrayal is deep enough, it usually means the end of the relationship. How can you learn to trust again, whether it’s trusting the person who betrayed you or trusting a new partner?
How many times have you heard or said that sentence? It’s commonly used to end a romantic relationship, but the idea that we’re supposed to be “in love” with our partner forever is a myth. It’s a myth that has destroyed many a relationship that could have been saved, if only the partners knew the [...]
Divorce is rampant in America; 50% of first marriages end in divorce, and over 70% of subsequent marriages fail as well. Even with those staggering statistics, some people stay in marriages that should have ended years, if not decades, ago. At the same time, many of the divorces that do happen could be prevented.
The other day my husband and I were talking about cheating. His first serious girlfriend cheated on him repeatedly, so he takes a hard line approach. In his mind, if I cheated, our relationship would be over. It doesn’t matter if it was a one night stand, someone I never wanted to see again, or [...]
