Archive for the 'Blog' Category
Jun. 12th 2013
Will Smith has out-done himself with this Father-son flick.
Jan. 8th 2013
Having a relationship with a person can be a warm and uplifting lifetime experience. But not all relationships go smoothly ...
Sep. 16th 2012
Knowing yourself and what you want is great. But unless the object of your interest is a mind-reader, you may have to communicate your expectations, or risk losing out on a great opportunity.
Sep. 9th 2012
Your well-meaning, opinionated friends and family members can systematically tear your relationship apart … if you let them.
Sep. 3rd 2012
In a recent graduation speech, Lisa Kudrow told young people not to take risks. And, believe it or not, I agree with her.
Aug. 27th 2012
When are you comfortable with unprotected sex?
Aug. 20th 2012
An honest, effective conversation about safe sex requires that we admit a truth that often gets left out of the discussion: Unprotected sex feels better.
Aug. 13th 2012
Avoid the drama and expense of legal battles by planning for your split before it happens.
Aug. 4th 2012
Should one parent be allowed to take a child out of the country without the permission of the co-parent?
Jul. 30th 2012
In life and love, fear will keep you from getting what you want.
Jul. 23rd 2012
In the midst of public controversy about the definition of marriage, I decided to consult the ultimate source – the dictionary.
Jul. 16th 2012
When you remember past relationships, do you think of your former partners fondly? Or are you still bitter, angry or hurt?
Jul. 8th 2012
If your ex is still a good parent to your children, consider yourself blessed.
Jul. 2nd 2012
Why do human beings have sex?
Jun. 24th 2012
Romantic comedies may not be your style, guys. But if your lady likes “chick-flicks,” I suggest sharing her popcorn.
Jun. 17th 2012
Do you and your partner play the blame game? Psychologists say it’s only natural, but that doesn’t mean it’s productive.
Jun. 10th 2012
When two people share a home, they both undoubtedly want to feel comfortable there. But there will probably be times when they have opposing desires about what should go on in that space.
Jun. 4th 2012
I have always thought of marriage as a win/win, something that benefits both the man and the woman involved. But to hear some women talk, you’d think it’s all for the women.
May. 27th 2012
How much of what you read or hear about other people’s romantic partnerships do you actually believe?
May. 21st 2012
Sometimes the egocentric desire to keep score can ruin the enjoyment we get from simply giving to others.
May. 14th 2012
What does your partner do that drives you crazy? Are you capable of simply accepting that quality or behavior as part of who your mate is, and not considering it a ploy designed to infuriate you?
May. 7th 2012
How well do you and your partner make decisions together and resolve potential conflicts? Are you able to do so in a way that usually leaves both parties feeling heard, and to some degree, satisfied?
Apr. 30th 2012
After recently having the woman I've been looking at for eight years blow me away with her beauty, I can now see how appearance matters ... even when we are with partners we truly believe love us no matter how shabby we look.
Apr. 23rd 2012
Are there aspects of your relationship that are too “sacred” to even discuss? If so, you might be headed for turbulence.
Apr. 16th 2012
Considering the emotional, financial and even bodily damage that infidelity can bring about, it’s worth discussing your thoughts on the issue with your mate.
Apr. 4th 2012
While many continue to criticize the songstress’s lifestyle and even sanity in her later years, I applaud her authenticity and courage to live life on her own terms – no matter what anyone else thought or said about her.
Apr. 2nd 2012
Do you feel guilty about decisions you made in the past? If so, consider this: “right” and “wrong” are subjective, and guilt is a waste of time.
Mar. 26th 2012
If you want to be a more romantic and thoughtful partner and haven’t been inclined to make your overture regular, I’ve got a few ideas.
Mar. 18th 2012
Heidi Klum and Seal’s split is a demonstration that looks can be deceiving.
Mar. 12th 2012
Neither selfishness nor selflessness is good or bad. In fact, the two concepts are inextricably linked, not opposites, as their definitions seemingly imply.
Mar. 4th 2012
Happiness is a measure by which I evaluate what (and who) is working well in my life. What you choose to value in romantic relationships is up to you.
Feb. 25th 2012
Whether to have children is a very big (and very personal) decision. And it can really get complicated when factoring a partner’s desires into the equation.
Feb. 19th 2012
To have children, or not to have children: This question has changed the dynamic of many marriages – for better, or for worse.
Feb. 13th 2012
Is sex a sacred sharing that should only happen between two people who love each other? Is it simply for pleasure, or solely for reproduction? Or is it about intimacy?
Feb. 6th 2012
Each romantic partnership and its "rules" are defined by the people in it; therefore, no two relationships look the same. So, why do we feel the need to define our relationships for others?
Jan. 30th 2012
Here's what to do about those home-wrecking "other women."
Jan. 23rd 2012
A key to a healthy, productive relationship is not learning how to spot the signs of an affair; it is to stop worrying about it.
Jan. 16th 2012
Do you use condemnation as a way to manipulate others into doing and behaving how you think they should?
Jan. 9th 2012
What qualities do you find most attractive in a potential partner? Here is what the research said.
Jan. 2nd 2012
This week, I am proud to present my first video blog, “The Most Important Decision You Will Ever Make.” The text is also available for those who prefer reading the blog to watching me run my mouth. Friends and family have already been kind enough to give me feedback and pointers on both my presentation and the content, and I am anxious to hear yours as well.
So, what do you believe to be the most important decision you will ever make?
Dec. 27th 2011
Only you can determine what you value in life and/or how you behave in order to be "a man” or "a woman.”
Dec. 19th 2011
My second guest blogger, Jill Nelson discusses why women so often conflate a monogamous relationship with love.
Dec. 12th 2011
Here's a little frank love about how and where a good woman can find a good man.
Dec. 4th 2011
Debt is an unpleasant reality that most Americans have learned to live with – both in their personal finances and in their politics. But remember when you’re holiday shopping this year that it can also be hard on a marriage.
Nov. 29th 2011
One way to gauge whether you provide value in any relationship is to ask for support in accomplishing or acquiring something that is important to you. While asking for assistance is not always easy, nothing of significance can be accomplished alone – and that is why I am asking for your help.
Nov. 21st 2011
When we stop blaming our former partners, and understanding the roles that we played in failed relationships, we may find peace, personal growth and a chance at new love.
Nov. 13th 2011
Many of us romanticize romance … and look to famous people for inspiration – both on-screen and off-screen. But consider how well celebrity romances typically work out.
Nov. 6th 2011
Settling and compromising are both necessary components of the decision-making process, and neither is “good” or “bad.”
Oct. 24th 2011
Give your children a gift they'll treasure for a lifetime – stories from your life with them.
Oct. 17th 2011
If we censor and censure people who say things we don’t want to hear, we may struggle to understand them.