Ways to maintain peace in the household when both partners are working from home Like many couples, working from home with a spouse has been a huge adjustment for us. My husband and I are independent. We’re out a lot. Needless to say, that practicing social distancing has been a huge transition for us. After…
Having a sexually satisfied partner is an important aspect of having a fully well rounded and satisfying relationship. A lot of our human desires for closeness as well as physical tension release are directly complemented by having a partner nearby willing to help satiate those desires. Having a partner nearby who’s capable of scratching those…
The stress of wedding planning is over and you’ve said your I do’s. Now comes the real fun: the honeymoon! Don’t let this chance at rest and relaxation blow right past you: you’ll want to take time to soak in each and every moment with your new spouse. Practicing mindfulness is a great way to…
How to Talk About Your Future Together Planning your future with your partner can be exciting—but it can also cause some anxiety. Even in serious, committed relationships, all of the unknowns and “what ifs” about what’s ahead can contribute to hesitation and discomfort. However, it’s important to talk about your expectations for your relationship so…
By Dr.Lurve We’re creatures of comfort, so when change presents itself we’re more likely to hide from it than embrace it, the same goes for relationships and our detrimental patterns. The thing about sabotage is we don’t see it coming, especially when we are the ones who sabotage our relationships then wonder what went wrong….
My favourite stage in a friendship/relationship is the point where you can skip the pleasantries and skip right to meaningful conversations. But getting to the good stuff requires both parties to be vulnerable. It requires asking the right questions. Cristian and I have been together for 4+ years and I’m always surprised when I learn…
Breaking off an engagement is one issue no one ever wants to talk about but did you know that 20% of all weddings are called off before the big day? There are plenty of reasons for breaking an engagement. In this article, I’ll walk you through how to know when it’s time to break off…
Whether you prefer to meet people online or offline, it’s hard to get away without texting when you’re dating in 2018. When done right though, those little emojis and witty one-liners can add a layer in a relationship that builds anticipation towards your next date out (or in). It doesn’t come naturally for everyone though. So…
Guest post: Rosie Bella The beginning of a relationship is so exciting. But around the 6 month mark, real life settles back in. If you and your partner have been dating for a while now, you’re probably wondering whether you should take the relationship a step further. Before you do, consider a few aspects about…
Most men I speak to tell me they feel awful/guilty/helpless when a woman cries but for the most part they’re ok with it. However, there are situations when crying is NOT tolerated. When it comes to crying there is such thing as crying etiquette. Let’s start with when it’s ok to cry. When crying is…