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Ellen J.W. Gigliotti is a licensed marriage and family therapist and the owner of a private practice therapy group in Pennsylvania, US. A former journalist, Ellen is also a writer currently finalizing her first book, a supervisor of other therapists and a marriage and sex therapist with over 20 years experience. She loves dogs, travel and books, and is looking forward to launching her new podcast, Two to Talk: Steps and Missteps on LIfe's Journey with her husband of 43 years, in the fall of 2022.
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There are many benefits of marriage that make this institution important in most cultures. It is not just a union of two individuals, but it also brings two families together. The benefits include moral, social, and financial. These benefits reflect on individuals as well as their families. However, marriage is a lifelong commitment that may not be everybody’s cup of tea. Therefore, one should get married only when they are ready for it and not succumb to social pressure or other obligations. Read this post as we talk about various advantages of marriage and how they help in individual growth too. [mj-toc] General Benefits Of Marriage A love affair is often concluded by marriage. Marriage is not only the next big step for most serious relationships, but also comes loaded with a lot of benefits that can change your overall well-being. Some of these benefits include: 1. Improved life expectancy and recovery rates While life expectancy varies based on your...
Women enjoy being desired, and you may be wondering how to get him to beguile and chase you. One of the most obvious markers of desirability is getting a man to pursue you and see him try everything to somehow engage with you. Men also get thrilled to hunt when they crave it. When they try to win you over, you appear to be a prized possession for them. However, once they’ve won you over, they may become complacent and cease putting in any effort. Whether you’re in a relationship or want to start a new one, if you want the guy to fall head over heels in love with you, there are a few things you may try to entice and captivate him. Read this post to learn some helpful tips to get him to pursue you. [mj-toc] 21 Ways To Make Him Chase You The following are some ways to bewitch a man and make him find you...
You always strive to keep your beau happy. But relationships have their ups and downs; some days, you focus on signs of contentment, while other days, you may wonder about the signs you really hurt him. These ups and downs are normal in any relationship, making a relationship unique and special. Nevertheless, when you love your man so much, hurting him is the last thing you want to do. This post presents some notable signs you really hurt him and how much it pained him. These will let you know that your partner is hurt, and you can rectify your error. [mj-toc] 15 Signs You Really Hurt Him These are signs a man is hurt emotionally, and it is a good idea to talk about the hurt you caused. Take it as a chance to work on your relationship and the ways to resolve any issues. 1. He doesn’t see you One of the most obvious signs he is suffering...
当一个开放的关系是一种关系re both partners agree to have a love or physical relationship with other people. Open relationship rules are certain mutually agreed-upon guidelines essential for the relationship. These rules help the partners manage the relationship better while remaining in a consensually non-monogamous relationship. Here we have listed down several open relationship rules and answered your questions regarding open relationships and their practicality. [mj-toc] Can Open Relationships Work? An open relationship is being successfully practiced by couples across the world, irrespective of demographic peculiarities. The key to an open relationship is honesty, communication, mutuality, and transparency. However, both partners have to be enthusiastic about the relationship. If one is interested and the other is not, then the open relationship will not work. A person should have a broad mind and unwavering trust in their partner. Hence, if you and your partner understand and respect each other, an open relationship can be seamless. [MJ_RELATED_LINKS href="//www.finesse-bg.com/articles/most-important-thing-in-a-relationship_00497027/"...
Affairs between colleagues have become a fact of life lately. It might even be you feeling something suspicious with your husband. Therefore, identifying the signs that your husband is cheating with a coworker can help you work through your relationship. For example, you may find him working up late, getting bored in bed, displaying an unusual sex drive, or even trying out new sex moves he\'s never done before--these are some hints he could be cheating on you. Look out for more such signs so you can resolve them at the earliest and save your marriage from falling apart. [mj-toc] 17 Signs Your Husband Is Cheating With A Coworker According to a survey by the employment portal SimplyHired, when 1,000 people were asked if they cheated on their partner with a coworker, 23% of men admitted to getting involved with an office colleague or with someone who was also cheating on their respective partner. The same question when put forth...
Marriage is not always a bed of roses. It may often go through bad patches, and if you fail to sort out things with your partner, separation can be the only solution. If your divorce was not too nasty, you could be friends, but it is also imperative to set healthy boundaries with your ex-wife. However, if it is unpleasant, you may seek mediation. This is especially important if you both are in another relationship post-divorce. Here we have listed several examples of unhealthy boundaries that can help you learn to behave yourself after separation. [mj-toc] Examples Of Unhealthy Boundaries With Ex-Wife Detaching from your ex-wife after divorce can be tough. So, watch out for these unhealthy boundaries that can add to the woes and make life difficult for both. 1. Interfering in her life [caption id="attachment_879666" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] When your marriage comes to an end, you should accept that you no longer have a say in your...