She needs to control everything — and she becomes near impossible to live with when she can’t. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help your controlling wife address the fears behind her behavior. She needs you to love and accept her as she is while also helping her become the person she wants to be. If you’re both willing to do the work, there’s reason to hope for better days ahead....
The most successful and lasting relationships require mindful communication before a conflict ever arises. And part of this communication means sharing questions for couples to draw you both out. Meeting regularly with your spouse or partner to ask questions and learn more about each other safeguards your relationship from painful conflicts. The deep conversations these questions foster also will create a new level of intimacy between you. (Sidebar: If you’d like to learn additional strategies to enhance your relationship, then I suggest checking out this book, which has 201 relationship questions that will build a deeper trust and intimacy with your loved one....
Unfortunately, you may not be a morning person who can come up with a creative text day after day. Never fear! We’ve crafted the following list of good morning texts so you can have original texts every day, even before you’ve had your first cup of coffee. What to Text a Guy in the Morning to Make Him Smile You want his day to start great. What better way than writing a good morning text for him....
But it can make you difficult to be around. Even if you’re the best at what you do (and you really are), you’ve noticed people act uncomfortable around you. It’s obvious they’d rather be somewhere else. And you’re not invited. Ouch. You’ve heard the word “abrasive” (among others) connected with your name. So, what does it actually mean — and what can you do about it? What is An Abrasive Personality?...
Think about the last time you felt this way. After some time, did your lack of energy subside? Remember that depressive feelings don’t last forever, as emotions act like a tide coming in and out. Luckily, there is always something you can do to get back in action. We’ve created a list of 11 positive practices to turn things around. What to Do When You Can’t Do Anything If your self-esteem is running on empty, you may be asking yourself, “Why can’t I get anything right?...
From the time we’re old enough to watch television and Disney movies, we see how it’s supposed to play out for us. We find our special person, fall in love, and spend the rest of our lives in blissful, romantic joy. Meanwhile, many people (and maybe you) keep wondering, “Why doesn’t anyone love me? Where is my happy ending?” If you’re tired of hearing that it happens when you least expect it, and you just have to put yourself out there, this is the article for you....
There’s more to believing in yourself than paying yourself compliments, thinking positive thoughts or faking it ’til you make. Self-belief means you can recognize the truth of who you are and what you’re capable of. Ironically, true humility (that virtue that makes people wiser and more likable — and has nothing to do with false humility and self-deprecation) requires a healthy degree of self-confidence. And self-confidence is belief in yourself and your ability to do what needs doing....
Have you ever noticed how everything in life slows down when you don’t have energy? When you wake up tired or feel spent for some reason, it feels like you are slogging through quicksand just to get through the day. Tasks that are generally no-brainers feel overwhelming. And anything that requires more than a thimble-full of concentration is simply crossed off the list. It ain’t gonna happen. Then an interesting and not-so-pleasant phenomenon occurs on our low energy days....
I could have chosen to resist, to cling to the status quo, but instead, I’ve decided to embrace the change and set off on a new adventure. As of last week when my youngest daughter graduated from high school, I am officially an empty nester. She heads off to college in a couple of months, and her departure marks the official end of my day-to-day parenting role. It is a bitter-sweet phase, one that is natural and expected but tinged with sadness nonetheless....
One day, they’re going about their life, none the wiser, and BAM! They get a breakup text message from their partner. It’s not an urban legend, either. This happens all the time. And today, we’re unpacking the good, bad and ugly with text breakups. When is breaking up over text acceptable, and when is it not? We’ve got the answers you’re looking for, so let’s dive in. Is It Disrespectful to Break Up Over Text?...
It’s essential to your personal evolution to take stock of your values on a regular basis, and then make the necessary changes to align your life with these most important core values (also called personal values). Living in harmony with your core values creates a fertile environment for happiness, peace of mind, and success because you are living authentically without confusion, guilt, or shame. What are core values? Your core values tell you what you consider important or deeply meaningful....
Emotional abuse keeps you tongue-tied and anxious, unable to speak up for fear of rocking the boat. When your abuser shuts you down with control, anger, manipulation, and subtle threats, it’s hard to know how to respond or what to say without making things worse. However, by allowing your partner to get away with abusive behaviors without saying anything, or when you lash out in pain and anger yourself, you’re giving away your power and reinforcing your abuser’s control....
Do you go to work to get a paycheck, or because you genuinely enjoy your job? Do you drive the speed limit to avoid punishment, or because you value your safety and enjoy taking the time to take a break from everyday life in the car? These are perfect examples that show the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. Many things can motivate you to do what you do, but the primary difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation is whether you are driven by an internal desire or by some external force that can be positive or negative....
This is different than that “little white lie” you told last week. He seems to have a track record of being less than truthful or downright deceitful. It hurts, and you’re confused about how to handle it. Why does he lie to you? He’s got to know it’s tearing you apart. Wondering why men lie so much got you here, and now it’s time to give those much-needed answers. What Do Men Mostly Lie About?...
And it hurts. It’s fair to ask, “Why does my husband look at other females online (or anywhere)?” Whether he means to or not, he’s telling you you’re not enough for him. But why does he do it? Does he even notice or even care about what that does to you? And what can you do about it? Why My Husband Looks at Other Females Online When it comes to the “Why?...
Learning to speak confidently about your wants and needs doesn’t come easily to everyone. Some people naturally develop these skills, while it takes others many years to work past the feelings of shame and guilt that inhibit them from being assertive. Assertiveness is one of the most potent qualities we can possess, both in our personal lives and at work. If you have trouble developing this skill, we have compiled a list of assertiveness exercises for adults to help you....
To most of the world, you wear rose-colored glasses, but to you, it seems like everyone else’s lenses need a good soap and water cleanse. You’re a “hopeless romantic,” but you don’t feel hopeless at all. In fact, you feel more hopeful than most. If anything, you’re stubborn in your belief that love will conquer all. So, where did the term “hopeless romantic” even come from? And what does it mean?...
You went out a couple of times and enjoyed yourselves enough to make it to date number three. Great! But now you have a bunch of third-date questions in your head. What should happen on a third date? What does it mean for him? Is he expecting sex? Are you officially an item? Allow us to demystify third date expectations so you can just relax and decide how you feel about your potential new mate....
Unfortunately, sometimes partnerships take an unexpected turn, and we must let go of love. Whether that love is profoundly romantic or feelings of solid friendship, it ends when it ends. And then, we are faced with falling out of love, which is a challenge. Can You Actually Fall Out of Love with Someone? Some science says yes, you can deliberately fall out of love. Can You Actually Fall Out of Love with Someone?...
We believe this blissful stage in our relationship will last forever. But with time, that initial euphoria wanes, life resumes its normal course, and we refocus on our everyday lives. Once we are in our busy routines, we forget to schedule romantic things to do together as a couple the way we did in the early days. However, studies have shown that there is a high correlation between couples having fun and having a happy marriage....
