Love, at first sight, is romantic and magical, but it is also blind. If you and your partner want your relationship to last a lifetime, it is worth taking some time to shine a light on some of your blind spots by asking important questions and checking out your assumptions. You can avoid a lot … Read more
Romance and small gestures are the super glue that hold a relationship together, and that keep the flame burning bright. Remind your partner they are special so you don’t slowly fall into roommate syndrome or begin to drift apart. Happy couples don’t postpone romance to exotic vacations that may never even happen. They remind each … Read more
Do you want more positivity in your relationship? The solution might be easier than you think. There is so much talk circulating right now about warnings to stay away from toxic behaviors and watch out for red flags. While it is important to work on the challenges in your relationship, it’s crucial not to focus … Read more
Image by Alejandro Tuzzi from Pixabay You’ve heard the advice that you’re supposed to be vulnerable with your partner if you want to build trust and feel closer. But you might not know what that means or where to start. Here are my answers to some common questions people have about how to increase intimacy in romantic relationships … Read more
Long-lasting love is built every single day. Prevention and consistency are not sexy but it’s worth it to focus on quality time together. You daydream about romantic getaways with white sand beaches. And worry about betrayal and abandonment in the wee hours of the morning. But you probably don’t use much of your brain space … Read more
These “elements of style” might just keep you off the couch tonight. “This is just the kind of silly nonsense up with which I shall not put.” Author unknown, but definitely not Winston Churchill. You are an excellent communicator. You read the classics and the poets and are well-spoken and articulate. So it is a mystery … Read more
When people first hear the word commitment, they often think of it in terms of vows said in front of a room full of people. In truth, commitment is incredibly private. Happy couples don’t just say “I do” once; they find a way to reinforce it to one another daily. It happens way before a … Read more
A Roadmap to a Better Relationship If you are in love, you understand the importance of taking good care of your precious relationship. You are willing to put your heart and soul into having the best relationship you can have, but you might not know where to start. It’s Time to Test Your Love Most … Read more