Relationships and Family – Other

If you are in an abusive relationship it is of the utmost importance that you seek help and you get out. People are aware of your legitimate concerns. These concerns are valid, but not insurmountable.  You need a plan, a…
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Ending a relationship is not always easy but when you are in an abusive relationship things can seem much more difficult. There may be a number of reasons why you may have trouble ending the relationship. The tips in this…
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Throughout history, there have been many recorded accounts of relationships, gender roles, and family dynamics. In the past, women were thought of very stereotypically. Society impacted the lives of women with the gendered roles created for them in relationships. Before,…
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A huge wave of female confidence has impacted modern relationships by storm – think tsunami. Many “old school” beaus are now in over their heads, and good for them. Perhaps now they’ll learn how to swim the tide of the…
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Everyone has run across partners that are too needy at one point or another in their lives and it can be a tough situation to work through but each one person should know some of the signs that show that a partner is way too needy….
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When a relationship is about to end, there are two people to consider – yourself and the other party to the relationship. Although it’s easy to simply switch off an online relationship, the impact this may have could be devastating….
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The greatest gift you can give others is to instill in them hope. Hope empowers people with renewed strength to go on when everything else fails. It can have a stabilizing effect on those ridden with uncertainties of life. It…
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Whether you have friends who are feeling low or you simply want to encourage people you know to achieve their best, knowing how to instil hope in others is an important attribute. There is no set formula for doing so,…
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The days of arranged marriages and courting are long since gone. The man is no longer the sole provider in a relationship. The woman’s place is no longer in the kitchen. In today’s society, women are growing more confident and…
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“Two people meet, fall deeply in love, and live happily ever after” is just simply not the way it happens for most folks. Ask around; what are the stories you hear from your friends, your parents, others who have had…
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Relationships come in all different sizes, shapes, and colors. Are you building a strong foundation together or are you living on the rocks. What is a relationship? What do you think a relationship should be made of? A relationship is…
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Obsession is not love. It has absolutely nothing to do with love. Obsession kills something that might have once lived – passion, enjoyment or even happiness. Maybe you have found that your every move is now accountable to your partner,…
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Every person has flaws, just as they have talents and strengths.  Insecurity is a human flaw; acting on this flaw is when life begins to decay.  When a person has insecurities it can ruin and even destroy their relationship with…
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There is absolutely nothing more peaceful and rewarding than a loving relationship built on trust, honesty and commitment. This brings each partner an exhilaration and feeling of freedom. Why? Because there is total trust in one another. Both adults have entered the…
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There is no literal way of measuring the impact of insecurity on relationships. There’s no concrete statistic that shows the specific details, and consequences, of emotional insecurity on the divorce rate, the percentage of siblings who do not speak or…
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The key to successful aging is to pay as little attention to it as possible.                                                                                                                     Judith Regan Everyone, if they are fortunate enough, will experience the advantages and disadvantages of old age. Being a successful senior requires certain skills and attitudes that need…
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A healthy relationship is built on honesty and trust.  It requires communication and cooperation from both people involved.  When one person, or both, becomes unsure of his worth in the relationship, the relationship becomes unbalanced and it is difficult to…
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BDSM is something that many people wonder about – there are references and  innuendos to this kind of activity in the media, on TV and in the movies and there are a lot of myths that circulate in the general…
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The writer’s dad was unconscious for six days. It was touch and go, and they had no idea what was going to happen to him. She was distraught, her mother was inconsolable, and the rest of their family just wandered around in shock. He is only…
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Are there not enough men to go around that some women fall in love with men who are on death row? The answer is that for some women, loving a man on death row is more appealing. It is easier…
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Many positive things can be said about cell phones, however, they have become such a huge force in people’s lives that they have started to have some serious negative effects. Cell phones have made communication easier and more convenient. No longer…
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Many desire falling in love and being with the man or woman of their dreams for the rest of our lives. However, the idyllic fairytale sometimes ends sooner than it began.  Unfortunately, you do not all get the opportunity to love…
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Ending a relationship is always a difficult position to be placed in, though however painful it may be, if you are unhappy, unsatisfied or even possibly abused by your current partner it is clearly unhealthy to allow the continuation of…
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Being in a relationship can be quite exciting especially if you really love the other person. However, there times when you will begin to feel like things are not working out and it is time to end the relationship. There…
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There are many ways to successfully end a loveless relationship. In most situations, it isn’t necessary to do it without hurting the feelings of the other person. If you can do it with consideration, it can be beneficial for your…
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It is not uncommon to enter relationships in the heat of the moment, with little forethought. Or once upon committing to a relationship, reality steps in and there are failed expectations. The singer, Usher, once said, “If you’re with an…
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Everyone needs somebody to love, but sometimes your partner can become too needy, and that’s a real turn off. If you spot any of these signs in your partner, maybe he or she is not your perfect match after all….
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If your partner is too needy they may suffer from a form of Dependent Personality Disorder, which includes having a controlling personality. A needy partner excels in making you feel sorry for them. They suffer from having a low self-esteem. They…
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How to end a relationship without arguing depends on the type of relationship you have, the personality traits of the significant other that you are dealing with, and your own traits. Then take into account your upbringing, your cultural background,…
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End a relationship without arguing? If you can do this, that means that something wasn’t right. Your partner didn’t like you that much or simply thought it wasn’t necessary to try to be with you any more. Don’t ever try…
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