Let's face it – break ups are BAD, to say the least. There are no two ways about. I have quite a lot of really tough and smart guys who stick to a relationship just fearing the worse – a break up. And there are guys who are out of it physically, but still very much in it mentally. After all it’s a matter of the heart.

If you want more out of your relationship then you have to be more. Relationship Specialist, Mark Webb, shares an excerpt from his bestselling book, How To Be A Great Partner.

There is a lot more going on in relationships than we can see. What happens when one person has the power but the other person can't see it?

If you are looking for romance while experiencing the beauty of the great white north, Alaska is the place. Here are a few romantic destinations in Alaska worth your attention.

Givers in relationships are always looking for ways to help, support, give and be a benefit to their partners. They give because it is in their nature to be generous, kind, giving or supportive.

There is no denying the fact that men and women are equally important in a relationship. One cannot exist without the other. And to keep a relationship long lasting both have to make an effort to make each other feel good in a relationship.

Do you know how sometimes people tell little white lies to keep from hurting someone or to avoid confrontation? Read on to find out how those little white lies really affect your relationship.

Relationship problems can distroy and great relationship quickly. If your skills aren't bigger then the problem and you don't have a communication tool box to tap into - you can lose a relationship that is still full of love.

In our relationships we often feel that we are not getting what we want. But if we were to examine each of these relationships clearly, we would find that we were getting exactly what we want, but not in the form we wanted it.

This may come as a surprise to you. I took a while to figure this one out as well. Men like pornography.

Sometimes men find it terrific to stay all weekend at home in his PJs, without shaving, brushing teeth, combing hair, or showering. They will do this to de-stress and not to embarrass us. It is the time when they let go of his ordinary activities and roles and almost literally enter their caves.

It’s a constant and ongoing battle in your marriage. You like to have things laid out and to be prepared for what’s coming. He doesn’t plan at all. You know you’d relax if only he’d be a little more focused, and then you could stop having these arguments. How can you get him to work with you on this? Is it even possible?

It can be scary to experience disillusionment, hurtfulness, and distance in a relationship, especially if it started out intensely romantic and passionate. This article provides perspective on how and why we can move from being so in-love to experiencing so much conflict, and offers hope for an ultimately healthy and rewarding relationship.

Solving problems in relationships requires honesty, integrity and a downright simple understanding of where the answers are not...

Improving your relationship is not a long process; a single little step taken by you does wonders. You will find your relationship blooming beautifully as ever. What you need to do is to give time to yourself, involve in hobbies and activities that please you. Socialize, or do something creative that releases your heart from the pain you are going through.

Some people have a great relationship with a life partner. They have been happily married (or having been living with another) for quite some time; things are just perfect; and the living together flows like it travels on those fast trains: comfortably, efficiently, and bump-less.

After researching numerous books and attending seminars on effective relationships I have found that the following behaviors are pretty consistent in relationships that last and are filled with love, happiness and friendship. Yhey are and in no particular order of importance.

A gift of time can be one of the most precious gifts anyone can share; time that can brighten up one's life even just for a brief moment. It leaves memories that will last till the next time.

How do you know whether you have true intimacy with your partner? Let me first give you my definition of intimacy. Most people tend to connect intimacy only with sex.

Arguments happen in every kind of relationship. They're just a part of life. Therefore, it's how we handle those moments that will define the future of our relationships and how well they prosper and grow. I am sure that you've heard it said many times that in a heated moment you have to watch your words.

I often hear people scoff at women for staying in an abusive situation. They don't understand why anyone would stay. As a person who has been in that situation, I can shed some light on the reasons a woman may have for staying.

As a woman, you have likes, dislikes, passions, and desires. Why should you surrender those things completely to another? There will be times that you will have to be flexible and creative in order to support your man’s dreams and to keep yours going. That is okay. Supporting your man’s dreams is encouraged. Being flexible about how you both can achieve your dreams is encouraged. However, surrendering or deferring your dreams indefinitely is strongly discouraged.

Are you in a relationship that you value but communication has been an issue for you? Are you willing to try some new techniques to help reduce or eliminate anger and frustration that has been building in your relationship? If so, this article may be for you.

Are you playing for keeps in your relationship? Here are some strategies for making it over the long haul.