Articles for Couples
As part of our dedication to our members, we want to help you preserve happiness
in all areas of relationships. We have put together a collection of short articles
that can help with any relationship challenge. While you are here, take a moment
to look at some of the following topics which will help you improve your life: marriage,
couple relationships, friends, and fun.
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If you have a partner, a boyfriend, or a husband, then who says that you cannot continue to make friends? In fact, being part of a relationship provides you with all the more need to socialize and meet other people as a couple. If the common idea of being part of a couple is to limit yourselves within the confines of the couple relationship or the family, then, that is mistaken. People who are part of a relationship whether in a dating relationship or a married one must also be open to creating more lines of friendships with other couples and groups.
If you are part of a couple, then, meeting other couples is something that you should engage in. To meet couples and make friends, you and your partner are given a chance to meet others with whom you can spend time with. If meeting other couples is quite difficult because of time constraints and because of limited social encounters, then, trying Couples In Common as a way to meet others is one great option.
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Are you frustrated that your relationship doesn’t have the magic and romance that
it once had? Feel like you're stuck in a rut and always doing the same things?
You're not alone. After dating someone for a long time, it's easy to slip into a
stable and comfortable routine. However, you often lose the spark that made your
relationship so special in the first place. Not to worry, here are three simple,
fun and creative ways to reignite that magic:
1. GIVE THEM A UNIQUE GIFT
Name a Star after your partner. A number of astronomical agencies allow individuals
to name stars and you receive formal documentation identifying the star that you
have named. Or how about this: Give your partner a magic gift box, and every month
place a new small gift in the box for your beloved to discover.
2. SAY "I LOVE YOU" IN A UNIQUE WAY
Take a book that your partner is reading and, using a pencil, underline letters
in a section of the book she has yet to read to spell out a secret message of "I
love you" or an entire love letter. Doing it just like this. Or for something really
unique: You can buy special plants that grow and after 14 days display a message
of your choice on the leaf. Cool or what!
3. START GOING ON DATES AGAIN
One thing that separates couples with 'out of this world' relationships, is they
never stop doing new, fun and exciting things with their partner. In other words,
they never stop dating and neither should you.
Spend the day doing fun things: go to the carnival, the beach, have a water fight,
stare at the clouds on a grassy hill, go on a picnic, walk in the rain without raincoats
and umbrellas, dress up in funny costumes and hit the town. Or how about this: Pick
your partner up for a date and blindfold her before driving to a special destination.
Try to make the destination something really unexpected like a table set up at the
top of a cliff or a dinner on a boat or old-fashioned ship. It needs to be something
that will have an impact when she removes the blindfold.
Believe me when I say that NOTHING can rekindle the love, passion and excitement
in your relationship more than going on fun and creative dates together.
About the Author:
Oprah Love Expert Michael Webb is the author of 300 Creative Dates, a book jam-packed
with ways to rekindle your relationship with creative and romantic outings, including
including ideas for every day dates, long distance relationships, birthdays, anniversaries
and more.
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1. Make Time For Your Relationship
Time and time again, people tell me my ideas are wonderful, but they feel they can't
be as loving or romantic as I am because they don't have enough hours in the day.
I have the same amount of time given to me each day as everyone else does. It's
how I prioritize the time that might be different. Besides my relationship with
my Creator, my time spent with Athena is most important to me. More important than
my job. More important than the money I make. More important than exercise. More
important than my friends or other family members. And yes, even more important
than Ashton, my darling little son.
I am not against nice items for those who can afford them and don't have to work
insane hours to attain them. But I am slightly perplexed by those who work too many
hours or have a long daily commute just so they can have "things," not realizing
they are losing something that is even more valuable and precious.
2. Share Secrets Together
I've got a secret and I'm not sharing. Actually, I have a lot of secrets. There
are a lot of things that are only known to Athena and me. That keeps us close. I
like it when Athena shares things with me that she doesn't share with others. It
makes me feel special and unique in her eyes. I tell her things that I don't tell
my friends or family. It's not like these are horrible things we have done that
we can't tell others. I just want Athena to feel like she knows me better than anyone
else.
Make your sweetheart feel special. Always share important things with them first.
Let some things remain a secret between the two of you for a little while before
letting the rest of the world know all about your personal life.
3. Have Date Nights
Without special time together, relationships can pull apart or simply become stale.
But you can't simply replace doing nothing with doing the exact same thing week
after week. The - oh-so-predictable - dinner and a movie can be all right if mixed
up with some other types of dates. Here are a few suggestions: Bookstore, library,
museum, zoo or park date, or together collect clothes for a shelter.
4. Spice Up Your Love Life
If you find that sex is becoming very sporadic in your relationship (and you are
not happy with that) consider scheduling "sex nights." Just like date nights, schedule
one or two days each week for physical intimacy. Some people find the idea of planned
sex off-putting at first, but later come to anticipate the weekly ritual. Having
sex planned in advance makes for prolonged foreplay!
5. Get Your Debt Under Control
If you want to have a blissful relationship, you will need to get your debt under
control (or at least a plan to do so). Otherwise, your debt will control you and
affect you physically and psychologically.
When you get a paycheck, the first thing you should do is set aside money for charity/church.
Doesn't seem logical, but it works. Sit down with your partner and discuss all aspects
of your family budget. Only when you analyze your spending habits will you fully
realize where you are wasting money. It’s a great opportunity to talk about your
goals and dreams. Realize that frivolously spending money can be a sign of disrespect
for your marriage and mate.
If you would like a bigger diamond ring or a fancier car, ask yourself why. Take
a quick inventory of all the items you own but could really live without. Consider
how much you paid for them. What if you didn't buy those items and had all that
money in savings instead? Would it make a difference in how you view your job, your
family and your future?
About the Author:
Michael Webb is the author of 50 Secrets of Blissful Relationships to help you create
the perfect relationship.
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Couples Communication
The Nutshell Game For Couples
Date Published: Monday, March 08, 2010
Most couples go about their days thinking about the other, yet seldom express how they're feeling. They send emails to each other from work about their crazy day, and finish the message with "Love you" and an "xox." It has become the standard, boring method for couples communicating everyday.
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Man, Woman and the Fine Art of Communication
Date Published: Thursday, March 04, 2010
In today's world that boasts of state of the art communication technology, the communication between hearts seem to be taking a back seat. And it is probably this lack of effective communication that is leading to the weakening of bonds between couples. Words as we all know have the power to lift us up, pull us down, wound us deeply or heal our hearts. They have the power to make or break confidences, strengthen relationship bonds or wreck them.
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Relationship Problems - Communication is the Key If You Are Having Problems With Your Relationship
Date Published: Monday, March 01, 2010
Statistics have shown that infidelity is not the number one reason couples break up. On the contrary it is a lack of communication that causes most breakups.
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Are you affair-prone? 5 conditions that can lead to an affair Posted By : Rich Nicastro, Ph.D.
Date Published: Sunday, October 07, 2007
There are certain conditions that can make you or your partner vulnerable to having an affair. This article examines five conditions that couples should be aware of in order to help their marriage or relationship remain immune to the dangers of an affair.
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Relationship Resiliency: Positive interactions and your relationship Posted By : Rich Nicastro, Ph.D.
Date Published: Monday, October 01, 2007
Marriage experts often focus on overcoming relationship problems. Couples also need information about how to improve their relationship by nurturing positive experiences. Research shows that the way you and your partner interact when sharing positive events will have a dramatic impact on the health of your relationship.
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Healthy Relationship Program: The power of affirmation Posted By : Rich Nicastro, Ph.D.
Date Published: Wednesday, August 29, 2007
This article is one in a series that encourages couples to develop a Healthy Relationship Program. Such a program should include regularly scheduled relationship enhancement exercises geared toward strengthening your relationship. The use of affirmations is the focus of this article.
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One Couples secret to success: Building Intimacy through the art of sharing Posted By : Rich Nicastro, Ph.D.
Date Published: Thursday, August 23, 2007
Successful couples work at discovering ways to connect with one another. This article explores the importance of sharing experiences that are typically done in isolation. A couple married for over fifty years shares the wisdom of what has worked in their marriage.
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Tip Your Relationship Scale: Put the positive back in your marriage Posted By : Rich Nicastro, Ph.D.
Date Published: Tuesday, August 14, 2007
It is vital for couples to nurture the positive aspects of their relationship. In the early phases of a relationship, couples experience a high percentage of pleasurable activities. As time passes and life-stresses impact the relationship, the percentage of negative experiences can surpass the positive. This article offers an action step to help you tip your relationship scale back toward the positive.
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Second Marriage Pitfall #3: Help! Suddenly its my first marriage all over again! Posted By : Rich Nicastro, Ph.D.
Date Published: Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Many who remarry may falsely believe their second marriage is flawed when the relationship feels similar to their first marriage. This article, the third in a series, examines how couples can overcome this particular challenge and build a more lasting union.
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Second Marriage Pitfall #1: Why second marriages are more likely to fail Posted By : Rich Nicastro, Ph.D.
Date Published: Monday, August 13, 2007
The first article in a series that examines the unique challenges inherent to second marriages. Statistics show that second marriages are more likely to fail than first marriages. Couples can strengthen their marriage if they understand the reasons behind these statistics.
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Second Marriage Pitfall #2: Is your first marriage really behind you? Posted By : Rich Nicastro, Ph.D.
Date Published: Monday, August 13, 2007
The second article in a series that explores the unique challenges inherent to second marriages. Remarried couples want to put their troubled first marriage behind them. In doing so, couples often take for granted the impact this relationship can have on a second marriage. Understanding this dynamic can help couples prepare for the inevitable ups and downs of their second marriage.
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Relationships
Reasons Why Relationships Fail
Date Published: Tuesday, March 09, 2010
There are many reasons for a failed relationship. Misunderstanding and jealousy are the most common of them. Most of the couples whether they are young or they are old, married or unmarried they fall into a conflict as they have misunderstanding between themselves. Sometimes the words which are used in altercation are not exactly what they mean. It is just like text messaging in which abbreviations are mistaken for another word. This causes them to fight more.
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Rejuvenate Your Relationship – Know Your Couple Type
Date Published: Tuesday, March 09, 2010
There are very few couples who don't fall into any type of disagreement during their relationship sooner or later. If you recognize about those relationship problems well in advance then there are possibilities that you can find the solution. Ideally a couple should discuss certain basic issues such as money, sex and kids before starting a long term relationship like marriage or a live-in relationship.
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Commitment: The essential ingredient in your relationship Posted By : Richard Nicastro, Ph.D.
Date Published: Friday, December 14, 2007
All couples (married and unmarried) face an enormous challenge: How to stay devoted to one another throughout the life of your relationship, even when early enthusiasm and euphoria naturally wane. Discover why commitment is essential to the health of your relationship.
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What Makes A Great Relationship Great? Posted By : Mark Webb
Date Published: Tuesday, January 02, 2007
Have you ever wondered why some couples are so much happier? Learn the secrets of a great relationship.
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Marriage
How to Stop a Divorce and Save Your Marriage When Your Spouse Wants to End it All?
Date Published: Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Marriage is designed to be the perfect situation for two people who have vowed to love and accept each other for life. It is a beautiful thing and that is exactly the reason why couples get into it. Almost in every marriage, the first few months are blissful and stress-free. But in time, things get rough and tough and the couple start to rant at each other. They'd probably think that marriage isn't the best idea after all.
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How to Save Your Marriage After a Serious Disagreement
Date Published: Wednesday, March 10, 2010
You can't save your marriage by arguing to each other, as soon as couples argue, they guess that one has little in common with the other. The primary thing in such a situation is to depart.
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Change Your Attitude, Change Your Marriage
Date Published: Tuesday, March 09, 2010
I am always amazed at how quickly couples in troubled marriages turn on each other. The smoldering resentment leaks out of each person in negative, angry accusations.
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Marriage Tips - Should We Go to Marriage Counseling? Five Signs You Need It
Date Published: Tuesday, March 09, 2010
Many couples have successfully benefited from couples therapy and marriage counseling. However, you need to be aware that traditional marriage counseling does not have near as high a success rate as you might think. It is still very important to recognize some of the primary warning signs that could indicate a problem in your marriage.
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What Are the Tools You Will Need For Successful Marriage Self-Help?
Date Published: Tuesday, March 09, 2010
Deciding to go it alone and begin your marriage self-help is a big decision. Yes, there are many marriage counselors out there who are professional and return good results for married couples. However, not every married couple will go to marriage counseling, for whatever reasons that one or both partners decide that it may not be right for them. What do you do then if your husband or wife decides, or refuses, to go to marriage counseling?
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How to Save Your Marriage No Matter How Long You've Been Apart!
Date Published: Tuesday, March 09, 2010
A divorce can be one of the most painful things you ever experience. It will leave you sad, lonely and depressed as you search for a way to try and pick up the pieces of your broken life. Its something that no one should ever have to go through, but the sad truth is that 50% of couples who get married, usually get a divorce.
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2 Marriage Tips to Make a Marriage Better - These Are 2 Important Tips All Couples Should Know
Date Published: Tuesday, March 09, 2010
All marriages will need help every now and then, and that's just the way it is. Moreover a marriage doesn't necessarily have to be going through rough times for it to need a little help getting better. If you want your marriage to last a long time then you must develop the characteristics and qualities that will make your relationship better.
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Ways to Save the Marriage
Date Published: Monday, March 08, 2010
To maintain a wholesome relationship is very important for every person as it directly impacts on your individual life. The main function of marriage is to aid and support one another through sadness and happiness. After few years of marriage, there might be some misunderstandings and bitterness among the couples which may give rise to disputes and your married life may become nerve-wracking.
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