When it comes to romantic relationships, trust is one of the foundational aspects that keeps couples together – happily and healthily. It’s the glue of relationships. When you start dating your partner, you need to build trust from scratch. And things happen in life that break trust, so you need to work hard to rebuild … Read more
Have you ever been involved with someone who always thought they were right? Did you ever feel you were starring in a real-life version of the film, “Gaslight“? You know, your lover showed no compassion, used manipulation to get their way, and tried to convince you that what they were saying was true instead of … Read more
Relationships can sometimes leave us scratching our heads about what went wrong. Have you ever been in a relationship or friendship with a woman who seemed to have trust issues? Maybe she overreacts with anger, fear, or sadness? If so, understanding her may be difficult but not impossible. Even though you may love this person … Read more
Uh-oh! Your husband does what? He yells at you? I’m sure you feel hurt. After all, you expect him to love, respect, and protect you. That time my girlfriend said to me, “My husband yells at me and makes me cry,” I wanted to tell her to yell back at him and let’s see how he feels. I had … Read more
There’s no such thing as a perfect relationship. Let’s be honest; we’ve all got huffy over nothing, thrown a disgusted look of ‘how could you!’ and even retreated to the sofa for a night or two of self-pity. Although the fallout may be hard at the time, the good news is these are perfectly normal … Read more
Seeing an elderly couple walk hand in hand down the road gives us all hope that love really can last forever. It ignites a warm feeling in our hearts. And reminds us that, together, we can get through anything. As the gentleman opens the door for his wife, he smiles at her. She is just … Read more
It’s not always easy to realize that you are in a relationship with a controlling man. After all, you are so in love and infatuated with your man that you don’t realize you’re in an abusive relationship… nor do you see the early signs of a controlling man. Love tends to excuse the abuse – … Read more
We were created to need and depend on others in this wonderful worldwe live in. If you don’t believe me, try moving an entire household of furniture into an upstairs apartment all by yourself (I am speaking from experience). Not only will you see the need to depend upon others. But you will never undertake a … Read more
There must have been at least one time in your adult life you were confronted with this question: “How soon is too soon to move in?” If you’re wired for commitment and marriage like I am, then you probably asked the same question a few times. Moving in too fast can be a decision you later regret, … Read more
Ahhh! That warm, fuzzy feeling of a new relationship. It’s unmistakable. You’re getting showered with so much affection, you feel like you’re on cloud nine. You can hardly wait to enjoy the promises made by your new partner for a bright future. Yet there’s this nagging feeling things seem too good to be true. What can … Read more