Archive for the 'making it work' Category

Another One Bites the Dust

Friday, September 30th, 2011

Are you ready for this one?  Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore are heading for divorce.  He allegedly cheated on Demi with a younger woman.  In doing that (if if fact he really did), he joins a ridiculously long list of famous men who’ve cheated on their wives. Famous people are used to being the center [...]

Exploring Alternatives to Monogamy

Tuesday, September 27th, 2011

I’m always thinking about swinging, open relationships and the pros and cons of polyamory and monogamy. In all these situations, it’s safe to say “different strokes for different folks.” ( pun definitely intended!)

Who’s the Weaker Sex?

Wednesday, September 7th, 2011

Clint Eastwood.  John Wayne.  Marlon Brando.  James Dean.  Symbols of the quintessential American Man, these men (and others like them) collectively portrayed hundreds of heros in movies over the past century.  Strong, silent, not to be messed with; they were men of action, not words.  They rarely showed strong emotions.  They have been role models [...]

Learning to Trust Again

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011

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?

“I Love You, But I’m Not In Love With You”

Tuesday, August 16th, 2011

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 [...]