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Many people are unhappy with their sex lives, which is problematic because a healthy sex life is important for overall well-being. There are some common obstacles couples face when trying to maintain a healthy sex life, so once you identify your biggest sex blockades, you'll be able to figure out the best strategy to get around them and get back to your regular romping!

This back-to-school time is a special one for me. Our oldest child is starting Kindergarten. While I have spent years talking to parents about how to help them get their children ready for school, this year, I am living it right along with millions of other parents.   I find myself feeling excited, sad, scared, worried, eager, and confused. Can you relate to any of that?  I am pretty sure our daughter feels all those emotions as well. So, the questions becomes, how do we deal with all this transition?

Always let your partner know how much you appreciate what he or she does for you. Let him know the ways in which he makes you happy. Tell him how great he is in bed. Let him know how attractive you think she is, how much you respect him and what he does for a living. Your partner can’t guess what’s on your mind, and he wants to know that he is all you need. Also, show him how grateful you are for his generosity as much as you possibly can through actions.

In light of all the controversy still surrounding the Kristen Stewart/Rupert Sanders affair, let's take a look at some of the ways affairs actually begin. For most, affairs aren't necessarily wrapped up in mere curiosity. Nor are they always about the sensual, sweaty romp most imagine. Sometimes, it's not even about sex at all.

I am not much of a sportsperson but I still find myself enjoying this year's summer Olympics. What has impressed me most is how all the teams work together.

Sometimes the best way to find love is to stop looking for love all together. Searching for that special someone can deplete your time and energy. You probably spend countless hours going through self-help books, watching DVDs and reading blogs online, trying to absorb what the experts are telling you. All the advice and varying opinions about what you should or shouldn't do -- it can make your head spin!

Marlo and Jack have been married for twelve years and have two young children. Marlo and Jack each state that they love each other, yet Marlo does not feel loved by Jack, while Jack states that he is content with the relationship. In their relationship system, Marlo tends to be the caretaker, while Jack is the taker. Marlo often thinks about what would please Jack, while Jack rarely thinks about what Marlo wants or feels.

Soul-centered dating is first and foremost a process of self-discovery. It’s not about how to dress or what to say, but rather how to balance your head with your heart so you can make good relationship choices. Once you begin to move away from the self-limiting beliefs that have held you back (Step 1), you want to start to create a clear, vibrant picture of what you’re moving toward.

I recently completed my 64th weekend workshop for couples. Once again I was impressed by a group of intrepid couples who were willing to leave their emotional comfort zone to create something better for themselves. One of the exercises of the workshop is brainstorming a list of effective communication behaviors and attitudes. Then I ask the group how many saw their families exercise these behaviors 50% or more of the time when things got tense. I never have had more than 15% of the couples raise their hands.

It is impossible for me to even estimate the number of times I hear couples in my office say their partner doesn’t listen or understand. Often both people will say it. As my practice is in Silicon Valley, home of some of the brightest people on the planet, one would think understanding would come easier. Maybe it has to do with concentration. So I’ll give you a test to check your powers of concentration.