No matter how long you and your partner have been together, there’s always an opportunity to put a little more passion in your relationship. Here are three easy ways you can reconnect with your partner and to help your relationship maintain a solid foundation for years to come! Pay Attention We’re all busy and may tend to get lost in…
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It’s the start of a new year, and maybe that means the start of a new relationship or romance. Before things get too far, it’s important to set healthy boundaries to make sure that you and your partner are on the same page for long-term success. Sounds great, right? But finding what those boundaries are and sticking to them is…
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The only way to be sure that you get what you want out of life is to ask for it, and relationships are no exception to that. As I’ve written about before, it is absolutely possible to ask for what you want without coming across as greedy, overbearing, or any other negative trait that comes to mind. Being direct about…
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Whether you’ve been with your significant other for a long time or are just starting out in a relationship, it’s important to set up a firm foundation to make your relationship last. Even if things don’t ultimately work out, you will come away with a playbook that you can take into your next relationship. None of these things are complicated,…
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The holiday season means lots of time spent mingling at holiday parties, family functions, and other events. This can be torture for those of us who identify as introverts. Striking up a conversation with someone you don’t know can be awkward and intimidating, but it’s something that even the shyest person can do with a little practice! The next time…
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Even the strongest relationships are bound to have problems every now and again. No one is perfect all of the time and the same is true of a relationship between two people. Many common relationship problems are completely solvable and can even be avoided entirely if you know what warning signs to look for. Here are some of those problems…
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Everyone needs a partner in life — someone they can confide in and navigate this crazy thing we call life. Having someone to love and care for can improve our mental and physical well–being. With so many connections now made online through dating services and apps, how do you know what to look for? Some elements of a person’s personality…
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Whether it’s a friend, family member, or romantic partner, any relationship is subject to turbulence. However, there are often warning signs leading up to difficult moments. If you know how to spot these relationship red flags, you’ll be able to address them before the situation escalates. You’ll also gain a better understanding of where you fit in the relationship…
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Have you been fortunate enough to ever have a mentor who changed the course of your life in some way? You might at first be inclined to say no, but I encourage you to think back to your teachers, counselors, bosses; anyone you look up to. Mentors come in so many forms. When I look back on my own life,…
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Few relationships are perfect, and there is always room for improvement. If you have identified things in a relationship that need to change, make them happen instead of suffering in silence and maintaining the status quo. Whether you want to change a friendship, family dynamic, or a romantic relationship, there are few key principles you need in order to make…
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