Common sense, and research says that good communication can improve relationships by increasing intimacy, trust and support. The opposite is also true.  Poor communication can weaken bonds and create mistrust. Here are some examples of negative and even destructive attitudes and communication patterns that can actually increase conflict in a relationship. Are you following one [...]

It might be time to take a look at your record and reevaluate how you approach relationships.

Sure celebrities have access to private jets and are paid to wear designer clothes, but when it comes to relationships in Hollywood, and relationships in your town, there are more similarities that you might think.  Of course, celebs face issues on a more magnified level because of their visibility, but all women and men are [...]

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When it comes to relationships many men take flight, before they fight.

Women are naturally inclined to communicate and get involved in their friends’ lives by giving advice, whether it’s asked for or not.  They usually seek advice from their girlfriends when an issue in their marriage, a problem with their children, an issue at work, or a fight with a mutual friend arises.  Unfortunately, more likely [...]

If you are pregnant, you’ll soon be bombarded by family, friends and strangers with wild information.

Dating often comes with so many rules.  Do this, don’t do that.  But when you push away all the fluff and see through the superficial aspects of dating, it comes down to a lengthy search for Mr. Right.  Many stereotypes and misconceptions come with dating and can cloud our view of reality and judgment… not [...]

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