Marriage and Divorce

What is considered as “extended family” for the rest of the world is actually family for India. Parents and siblings form part of the family, rest are considered as extended family. The traditional joint family system still exists in most…
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Indian society can be described as an interwoven network of communities, each of which consist of many extended families, joined with each other through bonds of marriage, local neighborhood and common cultural heritage. Hence it should come as no surprise…
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Within every couple, each partner has his or her unique strengths and weaknesses. My position is that there does not need to be a boss. Adults, particularly when married, need to have an individual sense of authority and responsibility. When…
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For years, it was almost like a running joke between my husband and me. I’d ask for “permission” to play with his spiffy, state-of-the-art cell phone, and time after time he’d find ways to divert my attention to something else….
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There was a time not so long ago that if a man or woman wanted to cheat the opportunities were limited. In today’s world of advanced technology the opportunities can often find them. Even if they did not start out…
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Cultivation is key….Knowledge is POWER! We cannot be afraid to begin teaching our children at an early age about relationships. Boys and girls should be cultivated on how to treat, the person that is chosen to become his or her…
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Cheating is like plastering on too much foundation on skin that may or may not really require cosmetic procedure. First, in most instances, it may be skin that requires some ‘doctoring’, akin to having a marital problem that husband and…
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Only a fool would cheat on his or her spouse, however we all know it does happen. But, do we all know how to gain trust back in a relationship that has been damaged by such an event as cheating?…
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I don’t think that virtual relationships are taking precedence, just adding another layer to how you meet people, and creating opportunities to be in touch with people who you otherwise would not get to meet. Through the internet, I have…
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Infidelity: You can forgive, but can you ever forget? Let me start off by saying these are just my thoughts on the subject. This is only something that those people can answer. Sometimes you may think you got over it…
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In a society where “passing the buck” has become an art form, laying the blame for cheaters on the Internet seems perfectly acceptable, but truthfully, if a spouse is going to cheat, they’ll find a way, right? Wait a minute;…
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If you are fortunate, you have never had to deal with your spouse or significant other having an affair. However, chances are you know someone who has, or perhaps it has happened to you at one point, or may happen…
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There are many things we can do to try to prevent infidelity in a relationship. Before I began with my suggestions I believe that it is important for everyone to realize that they can only control themselves. If your mate…
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It was June of 2004. I first discovered my future bride upon seeing her photograph and brief background overview on an on-line matchmaking service. After corresponding via e-mail, we got together over lunch, and it was love at first sight…
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Marriage is difficult, in the least. Even when love and support exists on a regular basis, there will be days when your patience is put to the test by your spouse. However, the rewards will always come from work, compromise,…
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What should a husband do to make his wife happy? It sounds like it might be a line in an old comedy routine. Somehow, I keep expecting a punch line to follow. Although it does sound like part of a…
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Does cheating ever really make you feel better? It is believed that people who cheat is not fully satisfied in their relationship or marriage, There is a serious problem lingering within them and they’re seeking to be nurtured or feel…
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When a spouse is engaging in a traditional affair, the signs are easy to spot. When the same spouse is engaging in an affair online, those signs are typically tossed out the window. While there may be a few things…
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To say that cheating can revitalise a dying marriage is far to generalised. The same is to be said of saying that it cant. The seven year itch can sometimes be a necessity. Whether it be to prove that you…
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The unthinkable has actually happened and you are reeling from the shock of finding that your partner is having an affair. All those nagging doubts and suspicions that you had pushed to the back of your mind have been realized…
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“In sickness and in health,” was one of the vows we made to each other on that humid and clear August afternoon in front of over 300 family and friends. We were all smiles and joy on that day and…
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I do think that it is difficult to correctly define emotional infidelity. There is an indistinct blurring of the line between friendship and love, very easily crossed and therefore a real danger to the unsuspecting. So many of us nowadays…
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There are a number of ways to get revenge.  One could wait until things have settled down somewhat and suddenly announce that he/she slept with their friend, male/female relative or co-worker.  They might snicker and chortle at that, thinking you…
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Chronic illness is a hard situation for everyone involved. Truly, as a caregiver and a partner, you end up looking for just a few good days in a row. You learn to celebrate those days. Your expectations change the longer…
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Is chatting online considered to be cheating? Who really knows? This seems to be a simple question. However, this question can be interpreted in any shape, way, or form. When interpreted differently, it is not really a simple question. The…
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Overcoming the marital stress of chronic illness To say my headaches are bad would be a grave understatement. My migraines are violent in nature and rake my body with nausea and stomach ailments that explode my head with every episode….
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Man and women living under the same roof has advantages and I’d like to say more positives than otherwise. It’s nice when no one has an expectation either way of the other as far as house work goes. In my…
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Marriage is a partnership. It should be an equal partnership with each spouse shouldering half of all the burdens as well as enjoying half of all the joys in life. Very few relationships, healthy or otherwise, enjoy this equitable division…
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As I wake to the sound of pure silence, I realize a new day is here, my first exhale feels great, embracing another weekend leaves me totally excited. The thought of what I’ve planned leaves me resonating, as I turn…
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Is Your Spouse involved in an Online Affair? It’s the age of the internet and with the popularity of instant messengers, many people are discovering that their spouses have been having an online affair. So why worry? After all it’s…
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