Open and honest communication is the most important aspect of intimacy for your romantic relationship with your partner. Ineffective communication can be a major hindrance not only to your intimacy, but also to your future together. Communication between partners Communication in a romantic relationship is more than just talking about your day or making plans for the weekend. ... Continue Reading
How To Be Happy: 11 Tips To Get You Through Adversity
11 commandments for happiness that will help in tiding over life’s rough patches! This article from The Huffington Post shares happiness tips that come with long-lasting benefits. I love my life, but there have been times when things have hit the fan. I lost my Auntie, who was like a second mum to me. At the age of 38 I was told that I’d end up in a wheelchair by the time I ... Continue Reading
Communication: The Key to a Happy Relationship
Communication is not only the cornerstone of a happy relationship; it plays a key role in appreciating your partner's emotional needs and resolving issues. We never thought it would happen in our happy family. After all, our kids were raised the old fashioned way -- You take your vows and work through the challenges when they arise! But divorce did happen. I know firsthand ... Continue Reading
14 Ways to Win At Family Time During Holidays
Family, food, and fun: holidays can be the best of times for some. For others, here are 14 tips to successfully navigate the dreaded holiday family time. This post from BuzzFeed Life puts together practical tips to deal with stressful family situations with a calmer, clearer frame of mind. If your holiday plans involve hanging with your family — and your family stresses you ... Continue Reading
How to Mend Family Relationships This Holiday
How do you repair family ties with those you consider difficult? The six steps here will take you far but start well before the big family dinner night. This post from The Wall Street Journal puts together a six step outline to help you bridge the uncomfortable distance between you and your family. If you’re fighting with someone in your family, you might want to hurry up and ... Continue Reading