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As much as we talk about putting down our cell phones we seldom do. Technology has become a widely acceptable addiction.  Sexting aside, it has put a cramp in relationship intimacy. One that extends far beyond romantic liaisons and into our basic life relationships. The ones that establish the foundation of who we are, our…

Everyone has a certain degree of ego. The question is how immense is that ego? A huge ego can cause a tremendous amount of strife and frustration in a relationship. It can also create a great divide in a couple. Thus, endangering the overall happiness or longevity of a relationship. Ego is the essentially the…

You’ve just had your heart broken. You’re under the covers, Kleenex in one hand and wine in the other, watching what else? The Notebook. After all, it was your favorite movie. You used to watch it together. Once you’ve sufficiently punished yourself with sappy romantic drama, you grab your phone. What could it hurt to…

Surprisingly, not all controlling behavior is overtly obvious. Control comes in all shapes and sizes. Thus, so does ‘being controlled.’ It’s important to identify the various differences because too often, a person may not realize they are actually being controlled. This may sound hard to believe, yet passive and subtle control linger quietly in the…

It is difficult to identify a narcissist in the beginning of stages of attraction. Why? Because many of their narcissistic qualities can be misinterpreted. In fact, their narcissistic tendencies may initially present as positive qualities. Thus, further complicating the entire narcissistic riddle. For instance… 1. They appear to not sweat the big AND small stuff:…

I walk the streets of New York City. I pass the Ritz Carlton at Central Park. I spy the horse carriages. At first, I revel with excitement. Since I was a little girl going home to my parents native New York, I have delighted in the horses of Central Park. My mood shifts from joy…

It’s somewhat of a given that most people do not have the ability to see their own faults. This, of course, makes relationships and conflict resolution even more difficult. Let’s call this ‘the cake.’ What complicates this even further is that most relationships lack truly great communication. Let’s call this the ‘icing on the cake.’…

Seems like a juicy column, right? I’m guessing my high school friends are hoping it is. The teenage years! What a ride! I knew even back then I didn’t want to grow up. Only, even I was smart enough to realize that at least in the area of relationships – I needed to! My high…

I chose to believe that my dad didn’t really have that large of an influence in my life. After all, he left when I was only five years old. The good news? A really great dad improves a girl’s chance of succeeding at a good relationship. The bad news? A not so great dad decreases…

Divorce a cheater and society will tell you they hate them. Divorce an addict and society will wonder how you stayed so long. Divorce an abuser and society will tell you that you should have left long ago. Divorce a narcissist and society will tell you that you are crazy. One of the greatest angsts…
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