We often hear or read that stifled emotions can cause untold havoc in an individual and in a couple. Airing our grievances, in a constructive manner, is not only important for our health, it is crucial to the long-term survival of relationships. We need to maintain our individuality in relationships as well as our connections. As […]

Rebound relationships have many dynamic aspects that can contribute to their demise, or can be the basis for their long-term survival. Much of the difference will depend on the extent to which the individuals have their eyes open going into the relationship. When a primary relationship is ended, a sense of urgent need to connect may

Marty McPadden and Misty Belardo-McPadden expound upon social media and online relationships. Both of them are very active on social media sites. They met online and their relationship grew into a marriage. Not all online connections end up with such positive outcomes. Perhaps this is why they share the following seven truths: 1) Social media

Is honesty really the best policy? Different people have different answers to the question of whether to tell or not after cheating on your spouse. Dr. Trina Read has looked into the matter, and tries to shed some light on this difficult situation. Digging into the research, she found that studies varied widely on the

No one likes to argue with their partner but surprisingly, fighting is a healthy part of our relationships, if it is done the right way. Healthy arguments are all about listening to and understanding each other. Unhealthy arguments are about getting the last word or “winning.” Research shows that fighting, within the rules, will actually

Dr. Terri Orbuch suggests making a change as a way to find love again. She tells about one of her clients, who was the epitome of routine. She convinced him to try something new. He took up the banjo and joined a bluegrass band. One thing followed another and he found himself involved in more

There are a myriad of ways that things can go wrong in the sex life of a couple in a long-term relationship. Rather than delve into those issues, this article outlines seven ways to improve things:  1) Take care of you body. Good health is a key to good sex. 2) Let yourself be vulnerable.

Do you keep your anger bottled up inside? Do you bite your tongue when you are irritated because your significant other leaves laundry on the floor or comes home late?  If this describes how you deal with anger, it is time to rethink your approach to handling the things that throw you off balance. Doctors

Dr. Abigail Hirsh shares how her youngest child’s growth experience demonstrates the power of a new perspective. The baby was five months old and sitting in a high chair for the first time.  According to Dr. Hirsh, “This new perspective was transformative.” The big brothers noticed him and started talking to him, also, for the

This article delineates five basic steps to accomplishing an important communication skill: the apology. In any relationship, this skill is a key to putting hurtful experiences behind you. According to this blog writer, the steps necessary to making “I’m sorry” mean something include expressing regret and acknowledging your partner’s pain. Next, accept responsibility for causing