Resources and helpful articles to make and keep your life good!
The #1 Predictor of Divorce! It may not be what you think it is. But when you read this article you may have a few “aha” moments as you recall some of your worst disputes with your partner.
See All the Ways Not Having Enough Sex Can Affect a Relationship A wonderful and thoughtfully made video about the effects, some obvious, and some subtle yet harmful, that the absence of sex can have on a relationship. And more importantly, helpful suggestions for both sides on what you can do about it.
Agreeing To Therapy Shows That You Care! A good article showing when couples therapy is often needed, what it is like, and how it can help a couple to resolve seemingly irreconcilable differences.
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Breaking up with a Narcissist – This is becoming more common unfortunately. Here is a good article to help you break free once you realize you’ve been in a relationship with a narcissist. Please feel free to reach out for professional help if needed.
Dealing With Workplace Bullies
Workplace bullying can take a high toll on one’s health, physical, mental and emotional. It can also wreak havoc in our lives. Bullying in the workplace is on the rise. Find out if you may be in a toxic situation, and what you can do about it.
Here is another thought provoking and action based article on how to deal with bullying, particularly in the workplace.
You may also want to have a look at this blog post on workplace bullying.
5 Things To Do Today To Save Your Relationship
5 things that you can do right now to greatly improve your relationship!
11 Things Every “Type A” Wants You To Know
Here is a helpful list that will hopefully help you to better understand that “type A” driven person in your life. Or it may be you.
How Simple Touch Can Reignite Your Relationship
A lot of research points to the power of touch and how important it is in our lives, from birth all along the way. And yet, many couples stop giving each other this very fundamental and essential “gift” to each other that could help them bond very deeply and strongly.
Yogurt May Help With Depression!
A healthy intestinal system seems to help better absorb vitamins and minerals needed for a healthy immune system, and produce needed serotonin linked with better mood. More Good News About Yogurt And Depression!
The Results Are In! Researchers interviewed older successful couples and found that sexual frequency was linked to psychological health and marital satisfaction!
What you don’t know about marriage A thought provoking and humourous 11 minute TED talk on some of the things that make for a successful marriage.