When we are children we do not yet have an identity. We learn about who we are through the mirroring that we get from our parents. It is called mirroring to describe the ability of good parents to gently hold up an imaginary mirror in front of the child until they learn to see themselves clearly without harsh judgments. If we do not get enough realistic mirroring during the years we live with them, we remain pretty clueless about who we really are.

A relationship can not be properly built and nurtured with only one “hand”, one person. In order for a relationship to work with optimal success, there must be frequent and sufficient help and input. There must be honest non-critical and loving feedback on a continual basis.

Many times we do things in life for no particular reason or occasion, we do those things because something from inside tells us to do it, as such in a relationship too love should be showed for no reason but simply the fact that you love your partner and it is the heart within us that tells to do it. Doesn’t your heart tell you to simply buy a gift for your lover when you come across something that reminds you of him or her? You gift should not necessarily be an expensive one as it is just a way to express your love and love is not big or small.

Online dating has proven to be a good way to meet new friends, romances or even one's soulmate.

In matters of love and sex, of course, as with many other things, men and women are not in the same page. Men need sex to give love; women need love to have sex.

Has the passion gone out of your relationship? Is it bordering on being boring and mundane? Fix it simply now.

Perhaps it’s because life has become easier over the years or perhaps it’s just because people have higher expectations than they did in the past but whatever the reason one of the most common marriage problems is to bail out when the going gets a little tough.

If you are thinking of employing the services of a marriage counselor, here are some tips to ensure you get the most value for your time and money.

Take a look how you can select your perfect roommate from all those phone messages piling up on your answering machine. As you'll find out it's as easy as following 6 simple steps and creating a plan that's right for you.

There were likely several reasons the theory behind the original “Marriage Crunch” article failed. The author stated in the original text that a woman over thirty had a very small chance of ever getting married if she hadn’t already been. This was in the 80s however and a lot transpired after the article was written.

It takes an incredible amount of courage to be the newcomer and to strive to become one of the herd.

This short story is about the struggles a widower, like myself, encounters when a new relationship begins.

Giving an engagement ring, is a big step toward marriage. But the process has become so overwhelming, that it almost overshadows the wedding.

Shall I break-up? Am I right? Or my thinking is wrong somewhere? What if I hurt my partner with the break-up? What if I cannot live normally after break-up? Shall I recover from it? Should I break-up? I am having doubts about the reasons. I am doubtful about the consequences. I am confused. What shall I do?

He gathered her into his strong arms, his deep brown eyes gazing lovingly into hers as he slowly lowered his lips - teasingly, provocatively - his breath baring his very soul as their lips finally joined, fusing their souls together for eternity.

A second marriage can be challenging if you don’t know what you’re in for. Watch out for these pitfalls to increase your chance of a successful second marriage.

Did you know that self pity was a form of abuse, both to the individual who finds themselves in it and for their partner? If not then you may find this article relevant and informative.

I’m sure that since the last article, you have had your mind racing with possibilities for your foray into roleplaying. So let’s talk through everything that you need to pull off the perfect act.

Breaking up is hard to do

If you are still hurting from a previous relationship then this article will help you to release that pain and move on through simple yet practical techniques

Do you know how to take care of the heart of your partner? Here are strategies for how to be gentle with a heart in all situations.