Explore the beautiful intricacies of relationships and how they contribute to an enriched and joyous life. Delve into the importance of meaningful connections, from friendships to family ties, and discover how nurturing these bonds can lead to profound happiness. Learn practical tips and insights to strengthen interactions and create lasting, fulfilling relationships that elevate your everyday experiences.
Happiness In Relationships | Building Strong Connections | Family Bonding | Friendship Nourishment | Emotional Wellbeing | Relationship Advice | Conflict Resolution | Long-Distance Friendships | Work-Life Balance | Effective Communication
We live in a day and time where the value of marriage in our society has diminished. The success of the marriage relationship seems to be a hit or miss, with divorce rates soaring over 50% for first-time marriages. For second marriages, the marriages dissolve at a 67% rate, and 73% for third-time marriages. There … Read more
We can be emotionally unavailable and difficult to deal with for several reasons. For many of us, it is simply a rest stop on the speedway of life. We find ways to power through painful circumstances, suppress the pain, and heal so that we can return to functioning from a healthy perspective. And while being … Read more
Your work team scheduled a virtual meeting. You’re signed in and waiting as others gradually join in. It feels awkward as no one seems to know what to say. Then the mediator asks, “Who inspires you the most?” Suddenly, everyone in the room is excited about giving their answer. The tension dissolves, and everyone is … Read more
When you think about saying “I do” and that you’ll have and hold your partner through sickness and health and the rest of the traditional wedding vows, are you ready? Are you ready to commit to this person, ready to put in the blood, sweat, and dedication to make your marriage work (because it’s not … Read more
I have a friend, Lisa, who always ends relationships that should have lasted longer. She constantly feels like her boyfriends are about to dump her, so she dumps them first. Yet, in the relationship, she’s the clingy one, the one who checks on where her significant other is and what they are doing. Her life … Read more
Just because you’re a couple doesn’t mean that conversation comes easily. Whether you’re newly dating or newlyweds, the last thing you want is for your partner to find you boring. Couple ice breaker questions can save the day! These can truly break the ice and get the conversation started, and make you look like you’re … Read more
You meet someone and they (almost instantly) become your whole world, except you are the person who gives and gives and gives some more. The other person may reciprocate to some extent, or they may just do the taking. Perhaps that person ends up not meeting your expectations when you realize you became attached to … Read more
Naturally, we are drawn to people who smile. When someone looks sad, angry, or upset, we avoid them like the plague. When they smile, it allows us to let our guard down a little. As kids, we used a smile to gauge whether it was safe to approach our parents about going outside to play … Read more
We all tend to jokingly say that “in-laws” are so difficult, which can include mothers-in-law, fathers-in-law, and sisters-in-law (via your brother and from your husband). However, nothing prepared me for how toxic my sister-in-law (by marriage) could be. After I confided in her about something personal, she phoned my husband to tell him what a terrible … Read more
Finally! You’re dating this fantastic person, but your intuition is telling you something’s off. You’re not quite sure if they’re fully invested in a serious relationship or want to keep things casual. The fact that they’re giving you little to nothing to work with makes it even more challenging to uncover their true motive. This … Read more