Relationship Conflicts
61 Articles & Excerpts
Codependency and the Enabler
 I'm Sorry
by Jay Krunszyinsky
When you were a child, did you grow up in a home where your parents or caretakers took little to no responsibility for their problems or behaviors? Did you witness a parent support the behavior of the other regardless of how destructive it was?
Husband looking at revealing pictures of women on the Internet
by Ellen Kreidman, Ph.D
The Internet is addicting and men have to use a lot of self-control to stay away from it. There is so much spam going on now and adult sites are sending unsolicited material right to everyone's email address. Many men cannot help but take a peek
Using Conflict Constructively
by Theun Mares
Most of us consider ourselves peaceful and try to avoid conflict whenever possible. But stressful situations, especially those involving others, can create conflict in our personal and professional relationships. Yet, conflict need not be a bad thing
The Signs of a Troubled Relationship
by Roger Gould, M.D.
The pattern is all too common. One moment your relationship is riding a wave of warmth, love and intimacy. But the next moment coldness, anger and blame creep in. What is happening? Is it something that signals a serious underlying problem, or is it just
Women's Complaints about Men and Men's Complaints about Women
by Robert Elias Najemy
Throughout 30 years of working with couples and groups, I have observed that women have the following complaints about men. Women's Complaints about Men. 1. They are not understanding enough. 2. They are not sensitive to feelings and needs
Power Struggle in Relationships
by Joseph Ghabi
The greatest asset we have in human existence is our soul growth, but somehow we have that confused with becoming powerful. Power does not bring growth unless we understand the essence of sharing that power. The struggle for power is a main characteristic
Marital Depression & How to Avoid it
by Alina Ruigrok
Weddings are considered the most special events that will take place in anyone's life. As true as that is, it is also a fact that many people find themselves suffering from marital depression soon after the wedding and honeymoon takes place.
Tapping into Guidance and Intuition
Problems cannot always be solved with the conscious mind, but all of the answers do reside within us. We can increase our awareness to our inner guidance when we quiet the mind and get in touch with our own essence. It's in this place where we feel safe
22 Guaranteed Ways To Destroy A Relationship
Relationships are often hard to maintain even when two people profess undying love for each other. A major problem in a relationship is that one or both partners continue to make the same errors but then cannot understand why the relationship
Do People Bug You And You Don
Is there someone that continually rubs you the wrong way? Or plays people against each other in front of you? Or talks about people behind their backs, making you uncomfortable? All of this isn't good of course, but the worse part is, you don't know how
Are you Addicted to Bad Relationships?
Do you often find that you involve yourself in relationships that disappoint you? Are you not getting what you need and desire from the people you choose to date? Does there always seem to be something missing? If you answered yes to one or all of
Dealing with a Flirtatious Partner
by Alina Ruigrok
Even though it is an overall harmless behavior, flirtation seems to be a problem in most relationships. People find it offensive and disrespectful, as well as causing them to feel jealous. There are ways you can deal with your partner's flirtatious ways
Will we ever understand them?
by Peta Heskell
Will women ever understand men and will men ever understand women? Let's say a guy named Dougal is attracted to a woman named Patsy. He asks her out to a movie; she accepts; they have a pretty good time. A few nights later he asks her out to dinner
How can I help her see that she deserves so much
by Ellen Kreidman, Ph.D
Dear Dr. Ellen: I am 24 years old and live two hours away from my mom, although we've always been very close. My mother (52) has recently entered into a relationship with a man. She and my dad have been divorced for about 10 years (after 23 years of
My new wife desperately wants to be accepted...
by Ellen Kreidman, Ph.D
My new wife and step-son are visiting my mom for the first time. My new wife desperately wants to be accepted along with her son. There is so much tension and no one seems to be happy. I don't know what to do to make this better.
Problems with My Boyfriend's Ex-wife
by Ellen Kreidman, Ph.D
I am dating a really nice gentleman who has two wonderful children. The children, him and I get along wonderfully, the problem is his ex-wife. They have been separated for three years, we have been dating for a bit over six months. Her behavior is really
Real Moments Cure Any Feelings Of Resentment
by Paul Mauchline
Remembering real moments with the ones we love can chase away feelings of resentment.
Getting Enough Attention
by Tony Schirtzinger; ACSW, CICSW
"HE'S ONLY DOING IT FOR THE ATTENTION" What a ridiculous statement! Getting attention is VITAL for all of us. As infants we would actually die if we didn't get enough attention, and as adults we are miserable and can actually go crazy i
5 Keys to Help You Heal, Whether You Stay in Your Relationship or Leave
It very easy to get into a relationship, but when the relationship begins having major challenges, goes sour and you don't know what to do, then your decisions become much more difficult. Whether you decide you want to stay with your partner
10 Things You Need To Ask Yourself If You Are Considering Whether To Stay In or Leave a Relationship
by Susie and Otto Collins
Whether you've been in your relationship for 2 months, 2 years or 20 years, we don't have to tell you that making the decision to stay in or leave a relationship is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make.
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