Valentine's Day is almost here- the day that some people who are not in an intimate relationship dread. Most people do not know the history of the famous Saint Valentine. Contemplating the history and origins that influenced this holiday can give us inspiration during this potentially self-pity inducing, red and pink heart-filled week of chocolate and flowers. Saint Valentine was
Pornography, which is the depiction of graphic sexual acts, has tremendous effects on anyone that continuously engages in its viewing. It distorts a person’s concept of the nature of sexual relations which in turn can alter his/her sexual attitudes and behavior. Below are some of the effects pornography has on its viewers. 1) Effects on the Family Married men (this
My child? A bully? No way! That is probably most parents' response or at least what most parents would like to think of their children. Unfortunately, somebody has got to be the bully, not everyone can be the victim. Of course, that is not something we want to hear but denying that your child is the culprit is not going
It’s that time of the year again! The holidays are drawing near, yet, you are still single? You feel lonely, depressed, and a sense of hopelessness, wondering if you will ever find that special someone in your life. Christmas is not about finding your mate, or celebrating your marriage. Let’s remember the true meaning of the Christmas season. Let’s take
Ready or not the holidays are here! It seems every year most people are surprised at how fast the holidays came around, but one thing we know for sure …they do come around! Did you know that January is like Christmas for most divorce attorneys with spikes in divorce consultations following the holidays? What can you do to avoid being
Are you facing struggles in your relationships with your friends and loved ones? Do you feel like the other person does not understand you or never listens to you? Are you having a hard time communicating with other people in general? The main reason couples struggle in their relationships is because of poor communication. Many couples, and people in any
Arguing is inevitable in relationships but whether disagreements kill a marriage or make it stronger is dependent upon how a husband and wife fight. Successfully married couples have mastered the art of argument by following the 10 ground rules for fighting fair: The meaning of your communication is the response you get Stick to the issue. Don’t let disagreements over
Burdened with feelings of guilt? Have you done something to cause hurt to your friend or spouse? Let’s take a look at what you can do when those feelings start to take over your whole being. 1) Pay Attention to the Feelings Guilt is simply a sign telling your conscience that something is wrong. Embrace your feelings, feeling guilty
Choosing to simply live together rather than getting married seems like the perfect solution for most couples nowadays. What happens when the relationship ends though? What if the couple is financially lopsided? How can you ensure your security if you are not supporting the relationship in a financial way and a break up happens? Listed below are two points a
When an affair has occurred, who is to blame? The responsibility most often should be allocated to the betrayer of the relationship – the husband. This is not to say the “other woman” does not have responsibility, especially if she knew he was married. However,it's understandable that the other woman becomes the target for a lot of the anger and
