Many couples look forward to the day they can create a family. Kids are supposed to be a joy and make their parents’ lives better. But this isn’t always the case. Being a parent is quite stressful. And as a result, it isn’t uncommon for relationships or marriage difficulties after baby to arise. That doesn’t…
Money issues between couples cause problems in any relationship or marriage. As much as a third of adults with partners indicate that money is a huge source of conflict with their partner. Thus it is no surprise that financial problems are listed among the leading cause of divorce and break-up. Key to avoiding this is…
Sharing a connection with someone close to us is one of the most basic needs any person will experience. This includes closeness with friends, family, peers, and especially another person in a relationship. Being intimate is part of such relationships and expresses things like love, physical contact, trust, and closeness. Being intimate with your partner…
Married people cheat. This is an unavoidable fact. Upward of 40% of married couples are impacted by infidelity in marriage or a relationship. And most people, even those who cheated, will admit that cheating is wrong. Myriad factors contribute to the cause of infidelity, ranging from mental disorders to the prevalence of social media and…
Thousands of individuals across the world suffer from severe anxiety. In many cases, it is manageable and may not be totally obvious. But many couples may find that having anxiety in a relationship can create significant strain. Whether it is simple dating anxiety, social anxiety, or general anxiety with life, this can create tension with…
Depression in a relationship affects all aspects of one’s life. Whether it’s suicidal feelings or simply feeling down, these create some very challenging roadblocks in life. Depression creates a lack of feeling, which prevents you from the connection we need with friends, family, and significant others. This can cause significant strain in any relationship and,…
If you have found the man or woman of dreams and you have decided to tie the knot, you may be asking yourself the following questions. — When should we set the date? — What venue(s) are we going to try to book? — What will our wedding colors be? — How many guests should…
How do you make your wife feel special? It is often the simple and small gestures that help to make your partner feel loved and appreciated. We need to express and remind each other of the love we feel every day, several times a day. You may be wondering how you can make your wife…
Many people remember the middle school drama when rumors spread quickly or peer misunderstandings led to the “silent treatment.” In research on relationships, these practices have names. Rumor spreading and gossiping are called “social sabotage” and the silent treatment is one way to engage in “love withdrawal.” Both these behaviors are considered “relational aggression” or…
After getting married, some find they have difficulty expressing their true emotions to their spouse. Much of what they learned about emotional expression may have come from experiences in their families growing up. For example, in my family, displaying any emotion besides happiness was discouraged. I was taught that if I was feeling any kind…
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