The holidays are a often a lonely time for many singles. There’s no time of year that comes with more social expectations than the holiday season. Parties, family dinners, concerts, and the frenzy at shopping malls—the season seems to take off with its own frantic energy (though much of that has been engineered by retailers). […]
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When it comes to talking about sexuality, desire and successful relationships, Esther Perel is an erudite and visionary therapist who shares many insights and fascinating perceptions about modern love and relationships. Her popular TED Talk has been viewed close to 3 million times. She recently appeared on Lewis Howe’s podcast, The School of Greatness. This is a
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If you’ve been in a relationship, you probably know that relationships are hard. But did you know that what makes relationships hard has more to do with primitive reasons and your brain than how compatible you are? I’m a huge fan of the work of Stan Tatkin, not only because I’ve trained in his PACT approach to
Relationships Are Hard, But Why? A TEDx Talk by Stan Tatkin Read Post »
In the early part of your relationship, it’s easy to assume the person you love has the same values and ideals as you. This stage of a relationship is often called the honeymoon stage, and for good reason. It’s a time when you see your partner through rose-tinted glasses. You unconsciously ignore their faults,
Are You Asking These Important Questions Before Getting Married? Read Post »
If you have problems talking about sex with your partner, you’re not alone. Lots of couples struggle to talk openly and honestly about their sex life. It’s also important to learn how to communicate during sex. The better you can communicate your sexual needs, the better your chance of having them met. So here’s a
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Researchers from the University of North Texas have discovered some interesting findings in one of the first studies of the hugely popular dating app Tinder. They found that men who use the app are most at risk for lowered self-esteem. The research findings seem to contradict past research, which has shown that women’s self-perceptions tend to
Is Tinder Destroying the Self-Esteem of Men? Read Post »
Is it possible to bring a relationship back from the brink of breaking up? This is a question I was asked recently by Ellen Fanning on the ABC Radio National show Life Matters. Here’s a summary of some of the topics we discussed: How can you tell if your relationship is doomed? The research shows
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If you’re getting married, there’s a fair chance your marriage won’t last in the long run. That’s because in Australia today, one out of every three marriages ends in divorce, with the median duration of marriage to a divorce being 12 years. In the US, the statistics are closer to one out of every two
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We all know that some of the biggest issues in relationships include housework, sex, kids, and money. So here’s an interesting infographic that shows you eight eye-opening findings of money and relationships. Secret spending, hidden bank accounts, differences in approaches to saving and bad spending habits are some of the biggest deal-breakers when it comes
8 Reasons Why Couples Fight About Money [Infographic] Read Post »
I was recently interviewed by the well-known online dating site eHarmony. They asked me the question, “how do you know if you’re in the right relationship?” This got me thinking, what is the ‘right’ relationship, and is there such a thing? And even if there is, how can you tell if you’re in one? What
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