The Common Signs of Depression and What to do About Them.
Depression has many faces and many symptoms. Some bold and some subtle. If you or someone you know may be dealing with depression, it’s important to not only recognize the signs of it but also understand it. Listed below are a few common signs of depression and how to handle it as a loved one, […]
Pt 2- Questions to Ask Before Getting Serious in a relationship
In our last blog, we discussed questions to ask your love interest before entering a serious relationship. This week, we’re focusing on more questions to ask and the importance of each one. Monogamy ? No matter how strong your desire is to be with the person you’re dating, never assume that monogamy is a given. […]
Questions to Ask Before Getting Serious in a Relationship
A new love interest can feel exciting and refreshing. What you have gotten to know about them so far may seem promising & perhaps you’re considering entering a serious relationship with them. Due to your current feelings, it may seem like the next logical step is to jump into a serious relationship with them. While […]
Causes of Relationship Communication Problems
The best relationships are those where both partners are committed to putting in equal amounts of effort, for the sake of wanting to be and make one another happy. As beautiful as the desire to do this may be, neither you or your partner will achieve this without effective communication. Communication problems can leave you […]
Summer Depression
It’s hot, you’re tired, and you haven’t been feeling great this summer. Perhaps school’s out and you have nothing to do, or perhaps your kids are the ones out of school and the stress of having them home all day is more overwhelming than you expected. Perhaps you’ve got the blues from working all day, […]
Loving a Previously Abused Partner
You’ve been blessed to have a beautiful, loving partner. Unfortunately, they were once abused by their significant other. Even though they’ve moved on, the trauma from their past relationship still remains with them. Even though you weren’t the one abused, chances are, this situation affects you and is affecting your relationship now. Perhaps your plan […]
Steps to Leaving and Reporting An Abuser.
Reporting abuse is necessary and sometimes, frightening. Below are a few steps that will help you through the process. Emergency Escape Bag Purchase an inexpensive mobile phone and add all of the important numbers you might need. Pack any medications, I.D., and documents that show your ownership of the vehicle or other property. Make sure […]
How To Identify Signs of an Abusive Partner and an Abused Victim.
Despite hearing more about abusive relationships in today’s society, it can be difficult to comprehend that abuse often hits home. Abuse is traumatic, draining, and alienating. Below are a few telltale signs that could save you or someone you know. CONTROL Control is probably one of the biggest telltale signs of abuse. In the beginning, […]
How to Break Free of an Abusive Relationship
I am so proud of you. Yes, you..the person reading this. Just the fact that you have begun pondering breaking free from the heavyweight that has, far too long, dragged you down is a step in the right direction. Breaking free of an abusive relationship is difficult, but when you finally do, the liberation you’ll […]
You & Me Plus a Baby
How does a new baby affect your relationship? What can you do, as a couple, to keep the romance on track? Whether you are thinking of having a baby, or you just gave birth, this is definitely the article for you and your partner. It seems to be common knowledge that with an added baby […]
Qualities of a Good Catch
When people think of the qualities of a good catch, oftentimes, money and looks come to mind. Although having a lot of money and looking good certainly attracts a partner, money and looks alone, don’t always guarantee the safety of the relationship. Being a good catch has more to do with one’s inward qualities. Below […]
3 Unique Qualities to Bring to the Table (Other Than Looks & Money)
Modern day society equates finances and physical appearance with the quality of a person. Unless you’re living somewhere off the grid, it can be challenging to not be, somehow, affected by mainstream society. But there’s so much more to offer in a relationship besides good looks and a lot of money. Below are 3 unique […]