Mourning is a normal part of the human experience. When a relationship ends it takes time to emotionally recover and move forward. Everybody is different and there is no set period of time to wait until beginning a new romantic…
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May 12, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Money is probably the most common bomb lying in wait for a married couple. You and your spouse may come from different backgrounds and be raised with varying ideas on finances. It can come as shock to a newly wed…
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Budgets are a fact of life whether or not you’re expecting guests. Many of us have to be aware of how much money we have to spend and most guests will understand that you have constraints. The point of the…
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Learning about other cultures is one of the benefits of living in a free society. Sharing our beliefs and traditions leads to a greater understanding and tolerance of one another. It is ironic that the diversity of the human race…
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Children look to adults for fairness and in blended families it’s especially important. Stepchildren are a fact of life in many of today’s households and often add tension to the newly created family unit. Remember they’re youngsters who are in…
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Sibling rivalry, even within a traditional family unit, can be disruptive enough to send a family into turmoil. When the children from two families come together the results, at least at first, can be traumatic for all involved. The adults,…
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Things have turned upside down and inside out or so it must seem to a lot of children caught up in the emotional turmoil of divorce and remarriage. As minors they crave stability, security and guidance from the adults on…
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Celebrating holidays and family events is an important part of our lives. For blended families these times can add tension to an all ready stressful, yet happy, gatherings. Traditions and expectations vary from family to family and are truly unique…
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Staying away from someone you find attractive if they return your interest is easier said than done. But when you both work for the same company the possible repercussions may have you thinking twice about accepting or offering an invitation for a date. Relationships…
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April 2, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Living with a person who is overly critical and insists that things be done their way can, over time, wear their partner down mentally, emotionally and physically. Marriage is usually viewed as partnership where both people compromise for the betterment…
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March 20, 2014 Friends and Peers
Friendships are built over time and the strong ones endure through the harsh and good times of those involved. When a friend finds a new love interest it’s an exciting time for them but can play havoc with established relationships …
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Your house has an order to it unique to the individuals, both human and animal, who call it home. It’s one of the reasons that when a guest brings an unexpected and usually unwelcome animal along that your household has…
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The Internet has brought an almost inconceivable amount of information to our fingertips (as long as you have the necessary technology) and as a result our world has changed. People can connect to one another from the comfort of their…
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It’s a loss when a long term relationship ends and the parties involved are entitled to a period of mourning. They need time to connect again with the world in single mode which is quite different than approaching it as…
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Obsession can be easily confused with love but if left unchecked can lead to damaging consequences. When an individual loves another person they’re willing to do whatever is best for them including setting them free. Obsessive behavior is all about the…
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February 18, 2014 Communication
Your children’s father will always be their dad regardless of your relationship with him. Sometimes, in abuse or neglect situations, maintaining a relationship with him isn’t possible. But most of the time the two of you need to be able…
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February 10, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Affairs can be emotional or physical. Both are a betrayal of trust which is a key ingredient to the foundation of a marriage. If both partners wish to save the marriage it can be accomplished with hard and often painful…
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January 31, 2014 Friends and Peers
In a perfect state the work environment is a place of team effort where, while structure exists, everybody plays on the same side. However clashing personalities, office politics and personal ambitions are just a few of the factors that interfere…
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January 26, 2014 Relationships and Family - Other
Misconceptions exist that being a loner is a negative thing. For the most part this belief is incorrect. Desiring to have alone time during which you can nurture creative desires, read or engage in other quiet activities or simply mentally…
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Your new world, the blended family, began with the two of you deciding to have a life together. If you don’t work at keeping your union strong there’s little reason to continue with the marriage. Not only should you try…
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January 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
All marriages go through difficult times and when one spouse refuses to cooperative with his or her partner it has the potential to throw the union into a tailspin. The term “uncooperative” can cover a broad spectrum of behavior from…
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January 10, 2014 Relationships and Family - Other
The average American couple spends about twenty minutes of quality time together every day. The stress and demands of everyday life often serve as a barrier to keep partners from bonding on multiple levels. It’s important, when striving for a long term…
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Sometimes the loneliest place to be is in a crowed city. Relationships can end suddenly and occasionally without warning. It can leave both parties feeling stunned and unnerved. If you find yourself seeking companionship take heart, other people are in…
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December 27, 2013 Communication
It can be difficult to deal with a motivationally challenged (lazy) person. How to proceed with this individual depends on the circumstances and your relationship with them. People do change but only if they have the desire and that can be…
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Breakups are painful. Both parties need to mourn and find a way to get on with their lives as a single person. After a marriage (or a long term relationship) ends there needs to be a cooling off period. If children are…
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December 24, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
There are many ways one spouse can deceive another, but two stand out as being particularly damaging to a relationship. There is infidelity (ages old and still extremely painful) and financial deception. Unfortunately there can be a combination of the…
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December 24, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Committing to marriage, despite the divorce rate, is a life altering step. It is a decision that will affect you and your partner not only emotionally but legally. Before you take the plunge take an honest look at your situation. Sometimes waiting…
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December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Affairs happen and the fallout from them can be devastating to the married couple. But they don’t necessarily signal the end of the marriage. If a both partners want to remain together and are willing to work through their issues…
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December 23, 2013 Relationships and Family - Other
The words and pictures transmitted via the Internet paint a world that is easy to step into and lose sight of what may be perceived as a more boring existence. It is frighteningly simple to be in the comfort of…
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Everybody has to eat. Throughout history food has been at the center of celebrations and events. A home cooked meal has the power to bring people together. In today’s world with all of its pressures and demands it’s easy to…
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