Communication

7 Days to Affair Proof your Relationship

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It seems as if every week a new infidelity story hits the media waves, and as widely accepted as cheating has become among celebrities, it remains our biggest fear in common marriages. And for good reason! Threats to marriages are everywhere, but the greatest threat – the one you truly need to worry about it…Read More

10 Ways to Be a Better Friend

being a better friend

There’s nothing like the companionship of a female bestie. That girl who you can swap any secret with, whose closet you can raid and who actually will tell you that yes, you do look fat. But it takes effort to nurture such a special relationship and if your half of your best friend necklace is…Read More

4 FUN Ways to Test Your Relationship

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Day to day stress, life drama and occasional tragedies can sure test a relationship, but if you really want to know if you and your honey have what it takes to make it for the long haul, try these four activities, all designed to put your relationship skills to the test. If you pass with…Read More

Your relationship with your in-laws

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Just because you found the perfect husband doesn’t mean he was raised by perfect parents. In fact, preferring elective surgery to dinner with your in-laws, is rather common, but, it doesn’t make for very happy marriage dynamics. So, now is the time to raise your head high, accept that trying to change your in-laws ISN’T…Read More

Communicating Sexual Dissatisfaction

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Couples who claim to have fantastic sex lives unanimously agree that a main ingredient in their secret sauce is communication. And although at first look, communication may not sound as sexy as wearing spicy lingerie, learning a new sex trick or becoming an exhibitionist, the simple act of being able to communicate your needs and…Read More

QUIZ: BF + GF = BFF = Luv 4eva

An essential, an often overlooked element to building a strong relationship with your partner is having a deep friendship. According to relationship expert extraordinaire, Dr. John Gottman, author of The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work, he explains that what deteriorates a marriage isn’t poor communication (in fact he states in his book couple can…Read More

Fighting with Purpose

fighting with purpose

Fighting is tough. The name calling, the false accusations, the heart hurts… and often no positive results. That’s because couples usually aren’t fighting with purpose, but instead are fighting to win. If you or your partner engage in a fight with the goal of winning, you have already lost because you are making the argument…Read More

Get What you Want

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In 2010 you need to finally accept men for who they aren’t – mindreaders. And, at the same time, put to good use what you have, to get what you want. No, not that, you dirty girl! I’m talking about the power of your persuasive voice! No more wishing upon a star that someday he…Read More