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Relationship issues

 7 Solutions That Can Save a Relationship It's the rare couple that doesn't run into a few bumps in the road. If you recognize ahead of time, though, what those relationship problems might be, you'll have a much better chance of getting past them. Even though every relationship has its ups and downs, successful couples have learned how to manage the bumps and keep their love life going, says marriage and family therapist Mitch Temple, author of The Marriage Turnaround . They hang in there, tackle problems, and learn how to work through the complex issues of everyday life. Many do this by reading self-help books and articles, attending seminars, going to counseling, observing other successful couples, or simply using trial and error. Relationship Problem: Communication All relationship problems stem from poor communication, according to Elaine Fantle Shimberg, author of Blending Families. "You can't communicate while you're checking...

The Secret to a Lasting Marriage

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The Secret to a lasting Marriage W hen I was a little girl, my Mom liked to make breakfast food for dinner every now and then. And I remember one night in particular when she had made breakfast after a long hard day at work. On that evening so long ago, my mom placed a plate of eggs, sausage and extremely burnt toast in front of my Dad. I remember waiting to see if anyone noticed! Yet all my Dad did was reach for his toast, smile at my Mom and ask me how my day was at school. I don’t remember what I told him that night, but I do remember watching him smear butter and jelly on that toast and eat every bite!   When I got up from the table that evening, I remember hearing my mom apologize to my dad,for burning the toast. And I’ll never forget what he said, “Baby I love burnt toast.” Later that night, I went to kiss Daddy goodnight and I asked him if he really liked his toast burnt. He wrapped me up in his arms and said, “Debbie, your momma put in a hard day at work ...

Dealing with Lifes Problems And chanllenges

Dealing with Lifes Problems How often have you been living life, happy and content, and then suddenly life slaps you in the face with something unexpected? We all have problems, and the truth of the matter is that problems will never go away. They will just change form. One time you may be struggling with health, the next with money, and still the next with relationships. That is both the curse and blessing of life. However, you don't have to suffer because everything isn't perfect in your life. Behind the Scenes of Problems Nothing becomes a problem until you label it so. You've probably noticed that different people have different opinions of what problems are, and how much attention should be given to any one thing. This means that problems exist in our heads, and that we create them, define them, and fear them. The Most Overlooked Secret The secret to dealing with life's problems is to realize that they are illusions of our imagination. Sure, they ...

Putting Yourself First!

Putting Yourself First! "Love yourself enough to say no to others' demands on your time and energy. Step back & reassess the situation" - Goddess Guidance Once you have your mask on things get really exciting on the path. You are then able to help others, by put their masks on for them. You can guide other to the path; you can become their oxygen line. You can begin to bring them peace. No longer are you seen as selfish, your true nature is seen as a selfless, giving person. So, what are your best interests? How do you base your actions, your goals, your time-management and your life on them - and how will this affect the people around you? We would suggest that acting consistently in your own best interests involves four areas: Meeting your physical needs, such as getting enough sleep and exercise Meeting your emotional needs, such as asking for support when you need it Meeting your mental needs, such as having a stimulating j...

Rick and Dick Hoyt: Team Hoyt

Rick and Dick Hoyt: Team Hoyt The inspiring story of Rick and Dick Hoyt (Team Hoyt) was originally published in Sports Illustrated . After reading this incredibly moving story of transformation between a father and his son, don't miss the four-minute video of this amazing love story available here . May we all find inspiration both within and outside of ourselves every day to be the very best we can be. Strongest Dad in the World Rick Reilly for Sports Illustrated I try to be a good father. Give my kids mulligans. Work nights to pay for their text messaging. Take them to swimsuit shoots. But compared with Dick Hoyt, I suck. Eighty-five times he's pushed his disabled son, Rick, 26.2 miles in marathons. Eight times he's not only pushed him 26.2 miles in a wheelchair but also towed him 2.4 miles in a dinghy while swimming and pedaled him 112 miles in a seat on the handlebars – all in the same day. Dick's also pulled him cross-country skiing, taken him on...