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Sometimes in relationships, women who previously enjoyed and were receptive to sexual attention suddenly no longer find pleasure in it. Loss of sexual connection causes tension and can be the basis for divorce if not dealt with. Women become frustrated because they’re unsure why they no longer want intimacy, and wish they could access the […]

Research shows men and women handle mistakes differently. The Newcastle Business School at Northumbria University conducted a study of 45 men and 45 women across multiple career fields to determine how men and women react to mistakes. Most men were able to get over their mistakes faster and found them difficult to recall later. Most

Happiness is a fleeting feeling, dependent on circumstances, but fulfillment is a foundational optimism that enables you to handle problems no matter your mood. Fulfillment is satisfying, persisting over time and contributing to mental health. This article posits that positively impacting the world is the only way to find fulfillment. Distinguish between what you think

Most couples wait until their marriage is really in trouble before seeking marriage counseling, but it can be very beneficial at any stage. Counseling can help you learn to resolve conflicts properly without making accusatory or inflammatory statements. The therapist’s office is a safe zone where you can discuss and dissect your feelings and actions

It is sometimes difficult to navigate the world of modern dating. Should the man take on a traditional role, or should women ask the man out? The answer depends on the kind of relationship you are looking for. In a more traditional relationship, the man takes control of asking the girl out, planning, and paying

We have all heard the adage that you have to love yourself before someone else can love you. Psychologist Leslie Becker-Phelps adds you have to think someone else can love you before you feel loved. If you feel loveable, you know you bring something valuable to relationships. If you see yourself as unlovable, you struggle

One useful way to manage happiness in a relationship is to look on it as a bank account. As with traditional bank accounts, you can make deposits and withdrawals, and in order for your relationship to be happy, you need to maintain a relatively high balance. Remembering the little things like showing and declaring your

When you’re facing a big sacrifice for your significant other, there are a few things to consider. How committed are you? If you’re confident about your future together and fully invested in the relationship, then making a big sacrifice may be easier. As you’re deciding if you’ll make a sacrifice, is your partner doing the

The popular definition of a soul mate is associated with finding the perfect partner, one who always makes us feel good and with whom there is little conflict. However, when that initial ecstatic period fades, people holding this illusion can become disenchanted with their partners and end the relationship because they believe they have not