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Marriage Educator, Organization, Author, Sex Educator, Speaker/Presenter, YourTango Expert Partner

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Help! I'm in Love with Another Man!

This question came via email: “I have been married to a man for 20 years (2 children later) that I do not and have never loved like I feel I should. I married in a rush and BECAUSE I felt like that's what God wanted for me at the time. I almost left him at the altar. I have been loving and caring, ...

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Reasons To Stay Married

He began to weep. Not simply moist eyes or mild tears; he openly sobbed. When I asked what I said that had hurt him so badly, he replied, “I just realized I’m not a fool.” “What do you mean?” “All my family and every one of my friends scolded me for staying with her ...

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Why Do People Risk It All Through Sex Scandals?

If there is not one in the news today, there will be soon. It may be a politician, an athlete, an actor, a minister, or a famous journalist. The occupation seems important only in the degree of interest the public has in the weaknesses of well-known people. If Sammy the diesel mechanic commits adultery, Tweets ...

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Wealthy Couples Have Problems Too

“Our problem,” he said, “is that everyone in my life listens to what I say and does what I tell them. Then I come home and it doesn’t work that way with my wife. I don’t like that.” She didn’t either. The comment was neither unexpected nor unusual. In workshops ...

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Fifteen Minutes Could Add Fifteen Years Or More To Your Marriage

Maybe it would sound better in a Cockney accent, a la the Geico Gecko. Fifteen minutes could add fifteen or more years to your marriage. However, there is a catch. Ask a typical group of couples what they feel would help their marriages and the usual response is communication. Pry further as to what ...

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  • Vacations are a good idea that I often suggest to married couples because it usually lowers stress and changes the scene. Try different positions, clothing, role playing, or games. Flirt during the day and talk about what you'd like to do or plan to do so you'll both be anticipating it. Anticipation and preoccupation often helps bring more focus and energy to love making. SEE MORE

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  • Here's an article that might help you: http://www.joebeam.com/not_attracted_to_overweight_spouse.htm The fact is, if it's a real concern, people telling you what you should feel is meaningless. SEE MORE

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Articles by Joe Beam
Getting Divorced

Help! I'm in Love with Another Man!

She didn't want to have feelings for someone else but the truth was, she did.

Smiling Older Couple

Reasons To Stay Married

If you're not happy, are there good reasons to stay married?

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Why Do People Risk It All Through Sex Scandals?

Why do some celebrities risk their families and reputations through sex scandals?

Wealthy Couples Have Problems Too

Do wealthy couples have problems or does the money keep them happier than the rest of us?

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Fifteen Minutes Could Add Fifteen Years Or More To Your Marriage

You might be suprised how much you can help your relationship in just fifteen minutes.

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Getting Past Guilt: Embracing God's Forgiveness
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