When you meet the person of your dreams, he or she may seem like the total package – perfect in every way. We all know that’s not the case, but in the throes of a passionate relationship, the little flaws can be overlooked. That’s a good thing, until you get…
Love hurts. You finally find someone you thought was “Mr. or Ms. Right,” only to learn they were all wrong. It just doesn’t seem fair. The good news is that time heals all wounds. While it wasn’t the most pleasant feeling, it was definitely a learning experience. How can you…
Most of us have been guilty of emotional eating at some point in our lives. Emotional eating basically entails using food as a coping mechanism for emotions such as shame, guilt, disappointment or even boredom. Psychologists report that it’s a growing problem, and it may even contribute to the obesity…
For many couples, “til death do us part” conjures images of white-haired spouses holding the hands of their ailing life partners. But sometimes this idyllic picture is not how life turns out. When a spouse contracts a serious illness earlier in life, it can take a serious toll on the…
Obviously, when you love someone, his clothes shouldn’t be a factor. After all, what attracted you to him in the first place was his personality, right? Well, if it’s getting difficult to look past your man’s appearance these days, then there are some subtle ways you can help him improve…
Do you know the signs of compulsive sexual behavior – also known as sex addiction? If you suspect your mate might be addicted to sex, then there are a few signs to look for. First, a little background on sex addiction. The diagnosis remains highly controversial – the disorder isn’t…
Sometimes getting busy in new, creative ways is almost so much fun it’s illegal – and it is in some states! That’s right – the United States has enacted laws that prohibit certain sexual activity. Whether they’re ancient laws made for a specific reason that simply stayed on the books…
It may seem like all guys are jerks, and you’re destined to settle for a guy who doesn’t treat you well. “There are no nice guys” may be a mantra among you and your girlfriends, but it’s simply not the case. And starting with your own way of thinking is…
“Forgive and forget” goes the old saying. But when you’ve been wronged, forgiving the person who hurt you is easier said than done. And it may even seem ludicrous to even consider allowing someone to “get away with” whatever transgression they committed against you. But when you consider the benefits…
It’s no longer hip to be square. Open relationships are apparently all the rage for some couples. But by exploring extracurricular activities with additional partners, the only thing you may be opening up is a can of worms. An open relationship is where a couple decides they want to be…