


The Difference between Acceptance and Forgiveness
Views: 1410Our culture places a great deal of value on the idea of forgiveness. In some part, this is done without thinking about what forgiveness might mean in extreme situations like the one you have been in. There are all kinds of culturally defined connotations to...
How to give your partner space in your monogamous relationship
Views: 33A recent issue of Psychological Inquiry provided a number of scientific articles about the current state of monogamy and marriage. One paper in particular outlined how most of us are guilty of psychologically and emotionally suffocating our romantic partners...
The Importance of Affection in Relationship Intimacy
Views: 44An extended lack of physical affection is also a deeper sign of trouble. A marriage should have a strong element of intimacy, both in out of the bedroom. Sex is obviously important as it’s part of the bond that keeps a couple together in a romantic sense....Computer Spying: How to Investigate Web Browser History
Views: 79With the advent of the internet, infidelity in the virtual realm has become a major problem in relationships for both partners. The increased ease of infidelity has tempted men and women alike into the darker realms of internet chat rooms and pornography...Why having a family meeting is essential
Views: 34The Family Meeting Strengthening the family bond can prove to be challenging even for the most dedicated parents. One of the best tools to achieve this goal is holding a Weekly Family Meeting. In my years of practice this has proven to be one of the most...Trust your unconcious mind over your concious mind to Pick a Lie
Views: 78It’s remarkably difficult to tell when other people are lying. That’s not just my opinion, that’s the result of many studies on lying conducted over the years. As, Leanne ten Brinke, the author of a new study investigating lie detection, says: “Our research...
The Exit Affair
Views: 225The Exit Affair AKA: Out The Door Affair MESSAGE: Finally it’s my turn ABOUT: Exiters are Conflict Avoiders at heart, but they take it further. One spouse has already decided to leave the marriage and the affair provides the justification. The...The Split-Self Affair
Views: 769The Split-Self Affair About: Romantic Affairs are intense. Of all the basic types of affairs, none is so crazy as falling in love with someone who is not your spouse. Often the romantic affair partner is someone much younger or older, someone with even...