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3 Keys To A Successful Long-Distance Relationship

Are we too quick to dismiss the long-distance option? By Mark Travers Ph.D. Many people come to therapy wondering if their relationship is going to survive geographical separation. They may ask questions like: ·  “I…


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5 Ways To Immunize A Relationship

1. Nurture it like a living, breathing thing. By George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP As I write this, my youngest daughter is preparing for her wedding day. In fact, we just went through…


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4 Keys To A Drama-Free Relationship

Giving yourself the gift of healthy, secure love. By Jeffrey Bernstein Ph.D. Once, years ago, on a warm beautiful day, I climbed Squaw Peak in Arizona. There I was, getting directly in touch with Mother…




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5 Ways To Sweeten And Deepen Love

Here are just a few ideas to become closer to the one you adore. By Barton Goldsmith Ph.D. There are a million or so ways to show your love. Here are a few more to…


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How to Create a Resilient, Divorce-Proof Relationship

Before turning to divorce, try these tips to help upgrade your relationship By Ann Gold Buscho Ph.D. The three most common reasons people divorce are lack of commitment or drifting apart, infidelity, and conflict/arguing. Creating…


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In A Relationship With Mr. Or Ms. Wrong Again?

How to stop being attracted to the wrong person. By Andrea Mathews LPC, NCC A silent scream echoes in her mind: “Why is this happening to me again?” Why does she get attracted to and…


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How To Get Your Partner To Open Up To You

Strategies to help you create more open communication and emotional intimacy. By Alexandra H. Solomon Ph.D. A commonly asked relationship question is: “How do I get my partner to open up to me?” The pain…


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6 Areas Of Relationship Asymmetry

Suggestions for sexual, career, neediness, and other imbalances By Marty Nemko Ph.D. In a recent post, I offered four options for dealing with an asymmetrical relationship. But the advice was generic across all types of…