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Experts Comment: Love, Lust & Commitment In The Digital Age [Video]

Watch these world-leading sex and relationship experts share their best tips I just LOVE this video that contains a couple of my favourite sex and relationship experts answering the biggest questions people have about sex and relationships.Marisa Peer, Esther Perel, and Dan Savage were all on a panel at the A-Fest by Mindvalley event in Ibiza, … [Read more...] about Experts Comment: Love, Lust & Commitment In The Digital Age [Video]

Is There a Reason Why We Keep Difficult People in Our Lives? 

How many difficult people are in your life? Unless you live alone in a mountain cave or on your own private island, you probably have at least one difficult person in your life, someone who causes anxiety and conflict for others. But is there a reason we keep these hard cases in our lives? New university research says yes.Two researchers, … [Read more...] about Is There a Reason Why We Keep Difficult People in Our Lives? 

The “Year 12 Divorce”: Don’t Let Your Marriage Be a Statistic

Therapists are reporting the phenomena of the "Year 12 divorce" is on the rise I was thrilled to be recently invited to write for the Mamamia blog on the topic of “Year 12 divorce”. This is the growing trend of marriages ending when the couples’ children finish school. A lot of therapists report that inquiries for relationship counselling have … [Read more...] about The “Year 12 Divorce”: Don’t Let Your Marriage Be a Statistic

Does Competition Lead to More Passion in Romantic Relationships?

The more competitive, the more passionate in romantic relationships, study finds. Modern human societies seem drastically different than ancient, tribal ones—but despite our technologies and physical evolution, some things are exactly the same. One major constant: competition for partners leads to more passion in romantic relationships. This … [Read more...] about Does Competition Lead to More Passion in Romantic Relationships?

The What, Why, and How of Open Relationships

Curious if an open relationship can work for you? An open relationship is not for everyone, however,  there are plenty of couples who are either curious, interested or just plain ready to open their relationship.Open relationships are not for the faint of heart. And they certainly aren't a solution for a failing relationship. Simply put, … [Read more...] about The What, Why, and How of Open Relationships

Desperate and Dateless? Try the 5-Second Rule

Do you have problems meeting new dating partners? The 5-second rule can help you I was recently searching on Amazon for some of the top-rating non-fiction books and stumbled across the book by Mel Robbins called, The 5 Second Rule: Transform Your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage.  I then discovered Mel's TEDx talk, viewed over 12 … [Read more...] about Desperate and Dateless? Try the 5-Second Rule

Marriage Equality is the Law: New Same-Sex Marriages May Save the Institution

The winning Yes vote on same-sex marriage, and the subsequent passing of the legislation, means relief for so many couples, but possibly discomfort for others—the people who voted No. But people whom, for whatever reason, disapprove of gay marriage, are missing a larger point: the institution of marriage is making a comeback, and that’s good for … [Read more...] about Marriage Equality is the Law: New Same-Sex Marriages May Save the Institution

Australians Say ‘Yes’ to Same-sex Marriage: What Happened and What’s Next

As you’re probably well aware, Australians voted to legalise same-sex marriage in the voluntary postal survey, by a large margin—61.6% for to 38.4% against. And almost 80% of eligible voters participated, so this result has more weight than most global elections.Among all age groups, participation exceeded 70%, including younger voters. The ABS … [Read more...] about Australians Say ‘Yes’ to Same-sex Marriage: What Happened and What’s Next

What to Do When You “Let Yourself Go” in Your Relationship [AUDIO]

Have you noticed the modern phenomena in some long term relationships when one or both partners start to 'let themselves go' by putting on weight or not caring about their health or fitness?With 60% of Australians now overweight or obese, it's no surprise it's become so common.I was recently interviewed by Talking Lifestyle Daily Drive … [Read more...] about What to Do When You “Let Yourself Go” in Your Relationship [AUDIO]

3 Compelling Reasons to #VoteYes for Marriage Equality

 If you’re wondering how to vote in the Australian marriage law postal survey, a ‘yes’ vote can make a positive difference to same-sex couples.Nothing is going to change for you if you’re straight, but it will mean a lot for LGBTQI people in same-sex relationships who want to get married. More importantly, a ‘yes’ vote symbolises … [Read more...] about 3 Compelling Reasons to #VoteYes for Marriage Equality

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