How to Keep the Spark Alive We hear a lot about keeping the spark alive—many people even believe that if they don’t somehow keep this metaphorical spark alive, their marriage will end as soon as their spouse gets bored. While it’s important for married people to feel comfortable and secure…
Getting a divorce isn’t easy. Due to its time-consuming nature and its ability to completely emotionally tax the entire family, many couples decide to wait until after the holiday season to file for divorce. If you and your spouse have decided to divorce, you likely know that the divorce isn’t…
Some people get divorced and declare that they’ll never get married again. Others do get married again, only to have much higher chance of getting divorced the second time around. If you’ve gotten divorced, it’s so important to make sure you’ve healed from any emotional trauma you may have experienced…
A lot of people say that cheating is an absolute deal breaker. However, a surprising number of people choose to stay in their marriages after the infidelity has been discovered. These couples put in a lot of work in order to save their marriages after infidelity has damaged the relationship….
What is narcissistic supply? And why do those with narcissistic tendencies need it so much. Validation Junkies Believe it or not, many people suffering from narcissistic personality disorder struggle with a deep insecurities. Those who have NPD often need to lean on others for validation because they cannot validate themselves….
If you’re dealing with an ex that has a high conflict personality, this trick may help you handle their antics without additional drama. What Is It? The Grey Rock Method is a communication strategy to deal with high-conflict personalities. Though it’s commonly discussed with narcissistic personality disorder, you don’t have…
Upon discovering infidelity, you may have questions about whether or not you should take measures to protect yourself legally. While infidelity does not generally impact the divorce proceedings, your reaction to the infidelity and conduct after the discovery can impact the divorce process. For example, if you physically assault your…
Can Biological Parents Change Their Mind? Can biological parents change their minds after giving the child up for adoption? Well, in most cases, it is not an option. What Does “Adoption” Mean? In most cases, adoption is final and cannot be “undone.” When you give a child up for adoption,…
If reproductive coercion is a concern in your relationship, it’s important to understand your rights, especially if reproductive coercion has resulted in the birth of a child What Is Reproductive Coercion? Reproductive coercion occurs when a person deliberately sabotages contraceptive methods in order to become pregnant, or get their partner…
We hear a lot about physical abuse and domestic violence, but it seems like nobody is talking about just how damaging emotional and/or financial abuse can be for a person. Though anyone can be intimidated by a significant other during an argument, men are more likely to engage in emotional…
How to Survive and Thrive When Your Marriage Ends