Communication, Dating, Relationship Advice: Nix 'You Statements',+ 'I Statements'

Communication, Dating and Relationship Issues: Beware of You Statements- Use I Statements
Nine years ago, my husband and I made a Marriage Encounter weekend. I realized two things: there are healthy ways to argue. And I don't know very many of them. Like the difference between 'you statements 'I statements'.
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Sexy, Intimate,Sensual, Romantic and Erotic Gifts for Lovers: From Warm and Cuddly to Steaming Hot!

Sexy, Intimate, Romantic Valentine's Day Gifts for Lovers
Whether you are in a new relationship or you've been married for 30 years, it is important to keep the spark of romance alive. Here is a list of sexy, romantic, intimate Valentine's Day gifts that will keep the passion burning.
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Dating and Relationships: Why it Bothers Guys When Girls Call Themselves Fat

Dating and Relationships: Why Does it Bother Guys If I Call Myself Fat?
You're on a date with a guy. Everything is great, until you see a cute girl walk by. Self-consciously, you blurt out 'I wish I was skinny like her. I wish I wasn't fat.' Your date gets quiet. Why? Why do guys dislike it when you call yourself fat?Check out Venus and Adonis- she's a little on the plump side and he seems totally happy!
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Intimacy and Communication Issues: Avoid Family Comparison and Criticism

Dating and Relationship Issues: Avoid Family Criticism and Comparison
Family interaction can be a big issue in new relationships. Depending upon the ages and family structure of both partners, family may play a key role, positively or negatively, in relationships. How can couples interact positively within their families?
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Dating and Relationships: He Won't Get a Job!

Dating and Relationships: Help! My Boyfriend Can't Get a Job and I'm Supporting Us
I'm shocked at how often I hear smart, capable young women say, 'My boyfriend can't/won't get/hold down a job.' When you ask them why, they look around furtively and say, 'He's trying...' Jobless men are a relationship red flag.
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Intimacy and Communication Issues: Talk With Not At Each Other

Dating and Relationship Issues: Talk with Each Other Not at Each Other
Much of the advice written about dating and relationships is easy say, but more difficult to follow. Today's communication in relationship tip: Talk with each other, not at each other. The word communication comes from the root 'commune'.
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'The Bachelor' Jake Pavelka Bids Farewell to Ali

'The Bachelor' Season 14: Ali Chooses Job Over Jake; Bids Pavelka Farewell
Season 14 'The Bachelor' Jake Pavelka is having a string of interesting experiences in his pursuit of love. This week, a tearful Ali announces that if she stays with 'The Bachelor' and Jake, she must quit her job at Facebook. Drama ensues.
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Dating and Relationships: Don't Criticize or Compare Each Other's Families

Dating and Relationship Issues: Avoid Family Criticism and Comparison
Family interaction can be a big issue in new relationships. Depending upon the ages and family structure of both partners, family may play a key role, positively or negatively, in relationships. How can couples interact positively within their families?
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Dating and Relationships: He's Just Not that Into You, Greg Behrendt

Dating and Relationships: He's Just Not that into You - Book and Movie Review
When our oldest daughter was going through a traumatic relationship several years ago, a friend recommended that we read a book called He's Just Not That Into You (Greg Behrendt/ Liz Tuccillo). Odd title; great book, and now a movie.
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'The Bachelor' Jake Pavelka Sends Corrie Home; Healthy Relationships in Action

'The Bachelor' Jake Pavelka Sends Corrie Home: How Did Corrie Handle This?
Season 14, 'The Bachelor' Jake Pavelka is getting down to zero hour. On episode five, he sent Corrie home, leaving Tenley, Ali, Gia and Vienna. What happened with Jake and Corrie? Or what didn't happen? How is Corrie handling it?
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Adam Lambert: Does His Homosexuality Help, Hurt or Have No Impact on His Career?

Adam Lambert: A Look at His Career
Despite losing American Idol Season 8, Adam Lambert has become a music icon. Adam's newest CD, For Your Entertainment, along with openly gay behavior at the American Music Award, has even devoted fans wondering if Adam Lambert is going 'too far'.
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