Do you know how to help your anxious partner? Read this article from Psych Central to find out.
This guest article from Psych Central was written by Charles Elliot, Ph.D.
When people you care about or love have problems with anxiety, the most natural thing in the world is to help. You may find yourself wanting to reassure them that everything will be OK. That sounds good, but in other blogs, we’ve discussed how reassurance can boomerang and easily make things worse.
Ditch the romantic dinner and go on an adventure. Or maybe on three romantic dinners.
I don't love the whole Valentine's Day shtick — candy hearts, forced romantic dinners and such. Every couple has their own personality, so why not do something that fits you and expresses your love rather than conforming to some cookie-cutter ideal? Plus, this way you can use Valentine's Day as an excuse to cross some items off your "couple bucket list."
Expectation or Intention?
Often the topic of Romantic Love on Valentines Day focuses on the expectations involved. Husbands and boyfriends are wondering, “What will I get her?” What is she expecting?” Wives and girlfriends wonder “Will he let me down again?” or “I hope he surprises me.”
The perfect, totally free Valentine's Day gift solution that your partner will love!
Do you want to give your sweetheart something extra special for Valentine's Day? Are you tired of the same old flowers, candy, corny greeting card and dinner routine? As lovely and appreciated as these gifts can be, what if this year you give your beloved something that they would never see coming, something that will make both of you happy and is totally free?
Focus on giving for a day. You'll be amazed at the results!
This one requires some stretching on your part. Today's couple building exercise is to focus on your mate's happiness by asking what they'd like to do on your next day off together. Don't let them get away with turning it back on you, or trying to accommodate you. Persist in encouraging your sweetie to pick the itinerary for an entire day.
Here are some examples of how to draw your lover out:
Gay marriage is the way of the future, but it comes with strings attached.
Two years ago, I convinced my girlfriend at the time to read Dan Savage’s The Commitment.
I figured what was basically a treatise about passionately fighting for one’s right to wed, by a guy who was so formerly blasé about the idea of marrying his boyfriend of a decade, could convince her that gay marriage was the way of the future. A choice many queers were making, in just about every conceivable fashion (much like our straight counterparts). Besides, we lived in the most exciting city in the world, New York.
Hello All,
My name is Tiffany, I am twenty-five years old, and I am new to YourTango. I live in the DC area, have a great apartment, a family I love and the cutest dog. I know I have a great life.
The thing is, I am just starting out, and I am not sure where to go next. I will finish up my master's degree this spring, and I want to start a new chapter. I have a boyfriend, and we have been together for two years. He is a nice guy, and he is a good friend. As a boyfriend though, he has some issues. He ten
Absence does make the heart grow fonder, it can also make the heart forgetful.
There is nothing harder than keeping the romance and love present when you and your man are rushing by each other in the airport every other week. Many of us are now traveling quite a bit for work, and while absence does make the heart grow fonder, it can also make the heart forgetful, and that’s certainly not the way to romance your way into a stunning reunion when you finally manage to meet up again. So rather than forget what romance is all about, make it a point to keep it alive in unusual ways.
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