by Margie | May 6, 2013 | Marriage, Relationships, Tip
1. Spend time together, being attentive, responsive, nurturing, caring, and affectionate toward each other. 2. Respect your partner’s needs for private and alone time. Avoid possessiveness and jealousy. 3. Communicate openly: Listen with an open heart. Make...
by Margie | Mar 31, 2013 | Tip
We all make mistakes. It is important to acknowledge them, learn from them, and feel appropriate remorse . It is equally important to forgive ourselves for our mistakes. Many people need to learn to stop beating themselves up excessively, so they can cultivate...
by Margie | Mar 11, 2013 | Marriage, Relationships, Tip
Good relationships do not create themselves. There are many different skills and strategies to create a long lasting, intimate relationship. When you have been with your partner for a long time, it is easy to forget how important spending time together is. A good...
by Margie | Nov 1, 2010 | Tip
Many couples avoid conflict by keeping their thoughts and feelings to themselves. When this happens, they become so distant, that they have almost nothing to share with one another. If you are feeling distant from your partner, take a small step in communicating your...
by Margie | Sep 27, 2010 | Tip
Treat your partner kindly. Many couples are not aware that they speak to each other rudely or harshly: blaming, criticizing, lecturing, scolding. These ways of communicating alienate and distance your partner. Being respectful and kind can go a long way toward...
by Margie | Aug 23, 2010 | Tip
If your partner asks you to do something you don’t especially want to do, take some time to think about your response. If it is not too costly in time and inconvenience, do it because it is important to your partner and builds good will. You may also propose an...
