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Brangelina Divorce and You
The public was taken by surprise last week when Angelina Jolie announced she was beginning divorce proceedings with Brad Pit, even though we all know the statistic – one in two marriages end in divorce. There have been insider reports that the split is due to incidents of verbal abuse, conflicts in parenting styles and differences in lifestyle choices. But rather than dwell on their drama, let’s focus our attention on how to maintain our own loving partnerships. Here are some tips to help you strengthen your intimate relationships: Respect … Continue reading
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Tagged affection, apologize, Brangelina, divorce, fair fighting, forgive, honest communication, intimate, loving relationship, respect, stress
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Cuddles and Hugs
Have you heard of “cuddle clubs?” They are the latest trend around the world among Millennials, Gen X’ers and Boomers who are in need of a hug. Cuddling – with a parent or sibling or even a favorite stuffed animal – was easier when we were younger. But it can be difficult for an adult who is not in a relationship to find a partner to embrace. With the widespread use of social media on the Internet taking the place of face-to-face interactions and delayed marriage rates, young adults are … Continue reading
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Tagged affection, blood pressure, cortisol, cuddle party, health, hormone, hug, Internet, isolation, massage, Millennials, oxytocin, pet, snuggle, social media, stress
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June weddings and anniversaries
Before their weddings, June brides and grooms may be focused on the ceremony and party – but after the nuptials, they soon wake up to the realities of married life. Amidst the everyday pulls of career, household chores, financial limitations and raising children, there may be little left for each other – in time, energy, or funds. So how do you keep love alive as the years go by? If you’re celebrating your anniversary this month, here are 5 tips for nurturing your relationship and reconnecting to each other and … Continue reading
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Tagged affection, anniversary, apologize, conflict, date night, forgive, grooms, intimacy, June brides, love, loyalty, marriage, partner, romance, spouse, trust, wedding
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What Lessons Can We Take from the TomKat Split?
Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes are back in the news – not for Tom’s newest film or Katie’s latest shopping spree or even the size of Suri’s “high” heels, but because of their divorce proceedings. Will this become just more summer beach reading for the rest of us or can we put our own close relationships in the spotlight and work on improving them? While there’s been intense speculation about what has actually gone on between the celebrity couple, we don’t really need to know the reason for the breakup … Continue reading
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Tagged affection, couple, date night, divorce, fun, intimacy, Katie Holmes, kids, love, loving partner, marriage, relationship, respect, Tom Cruise
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