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How to Make a Good Marriage Better

by phyllis, April 9, 2012

You know what they about a stable marriage that’s moving along with no major hurdles – ‘if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.’ But you may feel that your relationship just hasn’t reached its full potential or that something is missing. Believe it or not, you can break out of the routine and recapture some of the magic.According to the field of interpersonal neurobiology, the brain is constantly changing. And that has a lot to do with your daily interactions. All relationships, especially loving ones, alter the brain circuits that … Continue reading →

Posted in intimate partner, your self | Tagged attachment hormones, brain circuits, brain wiring, emotions, interpersonal neurobiology, love, loving relationships, marriage, mindfulness | 4 Comments

The Day After

by rosemary, February 15, 2012

…And they lived happily ever after. That’s what we’re told at the end of fairy tales. And we want to believe it. But the truth is we really don’t know what happens after the wedding. How does the couple resolve the inevitable conflicts? How do they support each other after a defeat? How do they incorporate romantic love into the reality of day-to-day ups and downs? Today is Valentine’s Day plus One. You may be feeling disappointed and resentful about yesterday or happy and cherished. Perhaps you want to savor … Continue reading →

Posted in intimate partner, your self | Tagged conflict, creation, fairy tale, forgiveness, gratitude, love, optimism, pessimism, reaction, resilience, story, valentines day, wedding | 2 Comments

Brotherly Love and Sisterly Love

by rosemary, February 13, 2012

Philadelphia has been known as the city of brotherly love since William Penn first named it over 300 years ago and today one of the LOVE sculptures by Robert Indiana has a prominent place on the University of Pennsylvania campus. With two sons, four grandsons and a brother of my own, I know a little about how brothers show their love. They’re physical with each other – playing or sparring – and they compete in just about any way they can. Although they’re fiercely protective of one another from any … Continue reading →

Posted in extended family, your self | Tagged brotherly love, brothers, challenge, communication, friends, friendship, intimacy, jealousy, love, relationships, Robert Indiana, siblings, sisters, valentines day | 1 Comment

Love is More Than a Four Letter Word

by rosemary, February 8, 2012

With Valentine’s Day less than a week away, we continue our focus on the many aspects of love. Filled with the deep pleasure of engagement, we often talk about loving a person, an idea, a place, an experience. The great sense of pure joy and energy springing from such love can keep you warm the rest of the season – a must, now that Punxsutawney Phil has predicted six more weeks of winter. digitalart / FreeDigitalPhotos.net Here are two more forms of love to consider this week: Love what you … Continue reading →