Relationships

Once you have spent a little time suffering from infatuation syndrome, you may start to feel less satisfied with your partner.  This infatuation hangover happens during the transitional stage between the initial stage of the relationship and true love.  There are subtle changes over time, but common issues that tend to occur include:Despite months of … Continue reading "Post-Rapture: The Beginning of True Love"

A conscious marriage is defined as a marriage that fosters maximum psychological and spiritual growth. This kind of marriage is created by becoming conscious and cooperating with the fundamental drives of the unconscious mind: to be safe, healed, and whole.There are ten main characteristics of a conscious marriage.  They are as follows.You realize that your love … Continue reading "10 Characteristics of a Conscious Marriage"

At some point in every romantic relationship, the honeymoon phase wears off and a power struggle begins. This new relationship phase differs from couple to couple. Some experience it after they say “I do.” Some experience it once there is a ring involved. Others experience it the minute things become serious in the relationship. No … Continue reading "The Power Struggle"

Criticism in Your RelationshipCriticism from someone you love can be particularly hurtful, especially from a romantic partner. However, not all criticism is meant purely to harm.  Many times criticism from our spouse or partner can be helpful and aiding us in recognizing our true selves and making changes to enhance ourselves.Below are some basic principles in … Continue reading "4 Principles for Criticism in Your Relationship"

When needs go unmet in a relationship, it is common for the relationship to show signs of distress. As disappointment with your partner increases, your frustration may turn into criticism or withdrawal.  If this continues, the result might be defensiveness or even contempt.  Generally, couples use destructive behaviors in their relationships to express the fact that … Continue reading "4 Points to Keep Your Relationship Distress Free"

It is becoming an increasingly common theory that sexuality and gender exist on a spectrum rather than dichotomously. In this idea, you are neither all male nor all female. Instead, you maintain traits of both genders.Think about this theory in terms of your partner. If you are a man, have you ever sat in your … Continue reading "Developing the “Other” in You"