10 Tips on How to Deal with the In-Laws
Making plans or decisions with your spouse or partner is one thing, but getting the additional input and suggestions from the in-laws is another thing. Sometimes the in-laws can be a point of contention in a relationship. This may be an area where you learn the art of diplomacy and develop your patience and ability to accept others [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Let Go My Ego
It is clear that on most occasions our ego and pride can get the best of us. In many occasions we can see this power struggle emerge either when a partner attempts to control or dominate the other person or there is a varying opinion or perspective on a particular issue or theme in the couple. It can be [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Discovering the Love Language of Your Partner
There are a variety of love languages that exist: 1) words of affirmation, 2) gift giving, 3) touch, 4) quality time and 5) random acts of kindness. Typically we have a primary love language that is the most relavent and is most deeply felt. Discovering your love language and that of your partner can be important [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Same-Sex Marriage…Don’t ask, Don’t tell.
The Pentagon recently repealed the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy that permits gays and lesbians to openly serve in the military. Some suggest that this also is a step towards national policy allowing same-sex marriage, while others argue that there is a difference between letting same-sex couples marry and openly serving in the military. President Obama comments on [...]
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