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It’s hard to know what to say or do when a friend has lost someone they love. You might be scared you’ll say the wrong thing and make your friend feel worse. You might feel uncomfortable at the thought of seeing your friend in pain.
What’s important to remember is that there are no perfect words you can say and no perfect things you can do to make your friend feel better. You can’t fix what's happened, and no one expects you to. What you can do, though, is simply be there for them. Your friend has already lost someone important to them, and it will be even harder for them if others avoid them because they feel awkward.
Some ideas for supporting a friend
It’s fine to say, “I don’t know what to say”
There are no magic words which will help someone who is suffering a huge loss feel better. You can even tell them you don’t know what to say, or just tell them, “I’m sorry.” The most important thing is just to be present for them, ideally in person but, if that's not possible, on the phone.
Speak less and listen more
Listening is probably the most under-rated gift we have to offer each other as humans. Trying to find the right words is far less important than just sitting quietly and letting your friend express their feelings about their loss.
It's OK if they cry
It can be awkward seeing a friend cry, but crying is a very important part of the healing process so don’t try to stop them. It’s OK not to say anything while someone is crying, just sit it out, giving them a reassuring touch occasionally to let them know you are there. It’s also OK if someone doesn’t cry – everyone handles grief differently.
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Be true to your friendship
There’s no reason why the way you used to be with each other should change. Yes, things are going to feel very different for a while, but if you and your friend had lots of jokes together it’s fine for that to continue when it feels right; in fact, it's more than fine, it's healthy and necessary. There will be time when your friend not only wants to but needs to laugh. It’s important for them to know that all happiness has not gone forever from their life.
Try not to make comparisons
Telling someone: "My nan died when I was three, so I know what you're going through" or “I know how you feel because I felt the same when we lost our dog” is never going to go down well, however loved your nan or dog were. Everyone's story, everyone's pain, is theirs and theirs alone, and it's impossible to compare it to other experiences.
Stay in touch
Grief doesn't have a sell-by date, so checking in with your friend weeks, months or even years down the line is important, especially at times that might be even more difficult, such as Mother's Day, Father's Day and Christmas. Even if your friend isn’t up to seeing you regularly, keep in touch and ask them how they are.
Don't be afraid to ask what they want
If you're not sure how you can support your friend, don't be afraid to ask them. "Can I come and see you?", "Do you want to go shopping on Saturday?", "Would you rather leave it for now?" Don't push your friend if they're not ready - let them guide you.
Remember, grief can be a very long journey
Don’t expect your friend to be back to how they were in a matter of days or even months. They have lost someone they may have known their entire lives, and it can take a very long time before they feel OK again.
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One of the most enlightening activities I experience as I facilitate a partner retreat, assist a firm with strategic planning or with merger conversations is dinner the night before the meeting.
Almost every time, the partner group is relaxed and looking forward to the task ahead. They really seem to enjoy having dinner with each other, rehashing old stories about their early years, about the time they made a big mistake, the time three of them got lost driving to a client location, and so on.
They laugh with each other and tease each other. They tell me so many good things about their firm and their careers. Often, during this casual, conversational dinner they bring some great ideas to the surface. What if we tried this? What if we did that?
Some of us consultants lovingly call this event “the 3-hour dinner” because it goes on for a really long time (and we have been traveling and are tired). That being said, I would NOT change it – it is quality time for the group and for the facilitator.
I highly recommend that partner groups schedule group dinners every quarter or at least twice a year. Just the partners – no spouses, no managers – maybe include partners-in-training. Don’t have an agenda – just relax, enjoy dinner (maybe a little wine) and some great conversations might occur. This would be even more important if you have more than one office location.


Want to Know Why Your Relationships Fail?
A Male’s Perspective
By: Paxton Sawyer
You may have heard that after 4 or 5 failed marriages or relationships you should think:
“Maybe it is me.”
The same could be said for the dating scene.
But then maybe it’s not you. Maybe your ‘insignificant other’ never got to know you before your relationship hit the ‘serious’ stage. Any more than you got to know him.
Have you ever considered that the failures of your relationships begin at the start of your relationships?
Let’s say you are out at a club looking for Mr. Right. You’re dreaming of finding the perfect man for you, one that will love you, cherish you, put you on a pedestal and treat you like a queen for ever and ever.
And then you see him. OK, so he’s not perfect, not exactly what you have dreamed of but, that doesn’t matter. Once you get the relationship going, you can improve him a little and then he will be perfect. Nothing better than falling in love with the man you intend to transform into someone else.
The only initial problem is that he is not Mr. Right. He is Mr. Right Now. Most men out at the clubs, or anywhere else for that matter, are not really dreaming of a long term relationship or of marriage. The guys are really looking for some action. Right now. As many people have said: ‘If a man isn’t horny, feed him. If he’s not hungry or horny, have him followed’. Sure, it’s possible that a one night stand will turn into a relationship. Maybe a long term relationship. Maybe marriage. But that is not what is on his mind at the time he first meets you.
Now I know that you ladies are smart enough to have figured that much out. And you and I know that, no matter what your self image is, you are all equipped by nature to provide a man all the physical pleasure he can stand. So, when a guy shows interest, it’s either because there is an attraction to your physical appearance, he figures you will easily succumb to his charms or he is desperate and you are still there.
Let’s deal with the first one. Let’s assume that there is a physical attraction. And that you are attracted to him. So far, so good. Although it’s not unheard of for couples to start with an intellectual, business or friendship based relationship, most relationships start with a physical attraction. There’s nothing wrong with that.
But it is at this initial meeting that things start to go wrong.
Every player I have ever known swore that there was only one thing you had to know how to do to get in a woman’s pants. The man has to know how to make the woman believe he is sincere. If the woman believes he is sincere, he is going to have a fun night. And the odds are that he’s not going to call you ever again.
I have sat in bars with guys that I have known that were players, listened to them tell women the most outrageous lies and watched the women fall for it hook, line and sinker. I knew one guy who memorized maps. He would ask a woman where she was from and she would say, ‘Smalltown, Michigan’. He, although from Texas, would reply: ‘Really? Why I’m from Kindofsmall, Michigan, 20 miles down the road! Do you know Mrs. Johnson?’ And the woman would go on for an hour or more about all the folks she knew, none of which the guy knew, and he would nod or look sad or react to whatever story she told and she would take the player home. And she would never hear from him again.
The woman is, of course, hurt and angry. She was lied to and used. But not completely. She got a shot at what she went to the club for. She did get a chance at the dream.
I used to ask the players I knew why, if sincerity worked, weren’t they really sincere? Why not just be themselves? And they would tell me: ‘Because it won’t work. Women don’t want a real guy. They want a dream. They live for the fantasy’
But, let’s be honest. You girls aren’t sincere at the beginning either. Or even during the courtship. You don’t sit down and tell the truth about yourself. You don’t talk about your P.M.S. You don’t talk about what a grouch you are in the mornings. About how you really look in the flannel shirts and baggy pants that you wear most of the time. What do you really look like without that makeup and is all of that mass really your own hair? Did you tell the guy that you really don’t wear see-through teddies to bed every night and that thongs really are uncomfortable? And I’m sure that you won’t mention what’s really making that outstanding cleavage you’ve got going on or what’s going to happen when he unhooks that harness you’re wearing. Do you tell the truth about your hopes and dreams? About how many kids you want? About the house you dream of, the car you want and the lifestyle you want to live? Did you tell him your credit cards are maxed out and that you can’t balance your checkbook? How about that you can’t stand dirty dishes being left in the sink, dirty socks and underwear on floor and that you are a neat freak except when it comes to your closet? Did you tell him that you pout and whine when you don’t get your way? Were you honest when you said that you loved watching sports on television all weekend? Does your house look like it does when you don’t have a date or a steady boyfriend that you are trying to impress? Are you willing to let him see the mess in your closet? Did you tell him your idea of breakfast is whatever is left over from last night and that you will not be making him a full, hot breakfast every morning for the rest of his life?
Or are you trying to figure out what appeals to him so he will be interested in you?
Trust me. He’s interested. Or desperate. If he’s desperate, he’ll be pushing hard to get you out of the club or pushing hard on the booze.
But, what happens when you meet a guy, you are both attracted to each other and he tells you things like:
“I’m a workaholic. My normal work day is 14 hours. (Or it could be that “I can’t hold a job and I still live with mommy and daddy”.) I am a functional alcoholic. My preferred entertainment is television and strip joints. I want home cooked meals every morning and every night. I hate eating out and will only take you out when I’m trying to get lucky and you are not attacking me at home like you did when we were dating. I am about as romantic as a stump. Don’t be offended when I forget your birthday, I don’t remember my own. On weekends, I play sports in the morning and watch sports and drink and smoke all afternoon and evening. I hate talking on the phone and it’s highly unlikely that your mother and I are really going to get along. I leave my dirty socks and underwear on the floor and I leave the toilet seat up. I do not do dishes, I do not clean bathrooms and, if you want a house with a yard, you can mow the grass and trim the hedges. I hate your girlfriends except for the one or two I’m going to fantasize about when I have the red ass at you.”
You’d run. You’d think the guy was weird as hell and that he should be in a mental ward. But, he is telling you the truth. That really is what he is. He’s not a player. He’s not trying to get you in the sack that night. He wants you to know what you are getting into. He IS being sincere. He really is interested in you. He doesn’t want you to be disappointed when you find out the truth.
Welcome to reality girls. The description above is a pretty accurate description of who most of us guys really are. A few variations here and there but its pretty close.
So, after the dating game or even the ‘let’s live together thing’ ends in marriage, the real truth gets revealed. On both sides. You’re busted and so is he. Now you have to deal with the realities that you have hidden from each other. The fantasy is done.
So, instead of playing with the players, what do you do with the guy who is sincere, who tells you the pure, unvarnished, ugly truth? You could at least appreciate him for being honest. You could realize that there is a basis for a real relationship with someone who is real. It may just be a friendship. But it would be a real friendship.
So, try easing into a little truth telling yourself. Try being a little more of who you really are. For the future, remember that most guys are really so easy to control. And guys are really not all that hard to change. What is it that makes a guy behave so well, to be romantic and why was he trying so hard to please you when you were dating?
Was the guy chasing after you because you pouted, whined, because you bitched a lot and told him what to do all the time? Because you were always tired and in a bad mood? Did he find your baggy shirts, no make up and hair in a pony tail look sexy?
No. The guy was chasing you because he was interested and because you were trying. Because you were doing those special things to make life and romance interesting. Because you rewarded his good behavior. Because you lovingly got him motivated to do what you wanted him to do.
Guys work hard when you try to turn them on, when you physically please them, when you praise them and when you reward them.
Just like you want to be praised and rewarded, so do most men. The rewards we want may be different from yours but we both want rewards. And it is a simple truth. If he ain’t getting his you won’t be getting yours. To get you have to give. If you want romance, try remembering that it is women who are romantic. Men are not. Unless there is something in it for them. Have a guy plan and take you out for a special evening and, at the end of it, say: “Thank you for the special evening” and give him a peck on the cheek. See if you ever get a romantic evening planned by him again for the rest of your life. Make the evening special for him and you will get more special evenings.
As Pavlov proved with a dog, and men are not much more evolved than dogs, dogs respond to rewards.
Meet your man at the back door in your flannel shirt and baggy pants, bitch about your lousy day and jump all over him because he doesn’t do anything romantic anymore. Or better yet, because he doesn’t spend as much time with you any more. Just see how anxious he is to come home tomorrow.
Not in the mood for sex? Had a bad day? Mad at him? Just want to punish him by refusing him? Go ahead. It’s a great idea. Then get really hurt when you find out he is having sex with someone else.
Not in the mood for sex? Answer this. Even if you are in a bad mood, when did an orgasm ever feel bad? If you really want to feel that you are getting one over on him, use him for your pleasure. He won’t mind. In fact, he will feel even more loved that you loved him when you really weren’t up to it.
Meet him at the back door in that teddy you used to wear, greet him with a big kiss and rock his world; you’ll be swimming in roses and romance.
I have told you the truth. Try it and see if it works. If you’ve been married for a while, don’t expect immediate results. You have trained him already. Men, like children and dogs, pick up bad habits very quickly. Good habits take a lot of work, a lot of repetition and a lot of rewards.


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When someone is crying, of course, the noble thing to do is to comfort them. But if someone is trying to hide their tears, it may also be noble to pretend you do not notice them.
Lemony Snicket (via fairestregal)
There’s a special place in my heart for the ones who were with me at my lowest and still loved me when I wasn’t very loveable.
Yasmin Mogahed (via thediaryofdreams)
I love you, but I’m mad at you is one of the most freeing, important things you can say in a stable relationship. Does that make sense? To know that you have the ability and the right to be mad at someone and know that it doesn’t mean things are over, that it doesn’t mean things are irreparable. That it just means I’m mad, but God, I love you. I love you. Now leave me alone.
It takes courage… to endure the sharp pains of self discovery rather than choose to take the dull pain of unconsciousness that would last the rest of our lives.
Marianne Williamson (via corvidae-and-crossroads)


Friendship – Get to Know
Friendship and social competence are important topics in preschools. Empathy, self-regulation, prosocial behavior and self-esteem are important keywords for social competence. The children will get to know each other, make friends and be a part of a community.
Here are suggestions for activities and games that, among other things, promote self-control, cooperation and social interaction through physical activity. For example, the children can get to know each other through name games and collaborative games.
Tips for physical activities:
In Dog and Cat, the children stand together in a circle, and will work together to send two balls around the circle. The game creates a good atmosphere and engage the children.
In Who’s missing, the children have to look at each other and find out who is hidden under the rug.
In Rock and Chat, the children are given the task of telling something about themselves to another child.
In Name Game, the children practice names and connects a movement to each name.
Chain Tag is a tag game where the children are holding hands while working together to connect more children to the chain.
In Pairs Tag, the children works together in pairs while trying to catch or avoid being caugth by other children.
Here the children lie close together and hold each other’s hands. The children must help each other so that the farmer is not able to dig up the potatoes.
In Family Game, the children play with numbers, quantities and counting by forming different sized families.
In Sculptures, the children are creative together and form different sculptures with their bodies.
In Knock Down the Cones, the children are divided into groups that together will try to knock down the cones of the other group.
In Tug of War, the children must work together to pull the other group over to their side.
In this variant of tag, the children have to avoid getting caught and can hug each other to be safe.
Excerpt from the Norwegian Framework Plan
“Kindergarten shall be a safe and challenging place in which the children can experiment with different aspects of interaction, community and friendship. The children shall be given support in coping with adversity, tackling challenges and exploring their own feelings and those of others” p. 11.
“Kindergartens shall promote friendship and community. Social competence is key to interacting well with others, and it includes skills, knowledge and attitudes developed through social interaction“ p. 22.


People most often begin their partnerships with high hopes and expectations. But often, after the beginning is over, individuals find themselves disappointed with their partners and their lack of connection. This lack of connection shows up in how the individuals communicate. Do they argue? Do they blame each other? Do they go silent and shut each other out? Whatever the pattern — these kinds of destructive interactions become status quo and undermine the original intent — to enjoy each other’s company, to feel close, connected and supported.
When individuals recognize their disappointment and remain willing to examine their part, take responsibility for their part — good relationships are possible. Couples counseling offers a safe nonpartisan place to begin to listen to each other and ultimately improve all kinds of communication. It provides an avenue to address past injuries and resolve long-standing conflicts.
Fundamentally, successful relating has to do with learning to talk, listen and understand each other effectively.
We have found that people (given the right environment) have the capacity to discover their own answers. We invite you to discover yours ~


7 Tips for Having a Successful Relationship in 2014
Compromise, sacrifice, and FUN. Some of the things that keep a successful relationship going. But don’t let the “Title” get to your head when you get it. Your work is far from over to keep that title.
1. Too Much Social Media Is BAD For You
We know how important it is to change your Facebook relationship status to “In a relationship with…” But really? Is it that important. Well if it is then more power to you. But the minute that you make your relationship public it becomes just that, public. Open access for people to give you advice, tell you what she’s doing wrong, tell you that he’s cheating on you. Do you really need all of that in your life? Keep the pictures to a minimum. Chances are, people don’t really care about the countless selfies of you two or they are saying something negative anyway out of spite right? Keep your relationship YOUR relationship.
2. Don’t Text Their Friends
Now you’re getting too comfortable. It just looks suspicious when you are having a conversation with the friend. Unless you have not heard from your significant other in a week (maybe not a week) or you are not trying to plan a surprise party for them, there is no reason to call/text the friend. You have your own friends to talk to.
3. Reveal Your Past….In Bits and Pieces
Everybody has things in their past that they have done or they may not be the proudest of. There is nothing wrong with revealing these past-life moments just be careful how you do it. Of course you may not be the person you are today that you use to be, so show that person that. Allow them to get to know your personality now so that when you begin to reveal things, they know that you are not that person anymore. At the same time, don’t let too much time go by before revealing who you use to be. Plus you wouldn’t want them hearing it from someone else.
4. Give Them Space
We’ve all heard of this one before and it may be the most important. Create some type of balance. You may be dangerously in love and never want to leave that person’s sight but the honeymoon phase only lasts so long. Do things independently. Read a book, take a walk by yourself, go hang out with your friends. Do everything except for suffocate your significant other.
Nagging, Complaining, Being Appreciative
Nobody likes a nagger. It can mess up the whole day especially if what is being nagged about is so insignificant to the other person. Complaining is just annoying and will cause the other person to become distant from you. Can you blame them? Instead of complaining, throw more compliments in the conversation. It helps makes the other person feel appreciative and wanted. And even if you still can’t stop complaining after this, at least throw in a compliment to offset your 2-year old wining.
6. Don’t Try To Change Them
Change may be a good thing but let it happen on their own time. Don’t get into a relationship and expect a person to act how you want them to act. You are in a relationship because you like who they are already (hopefully). A person may change naturally from being around you for so long but it is not up to you to speed up the process. Try voicing your opinion instead of turning them into your own creation.
7. Have FUN!
Last but not least, make your relationship worthwhile. You need to make sure that you can at least have a good time with the person that you are in this relationship with. I’m not just talking about the typical dinner and a movie scene. I am talking about RANDOM and SPONTANEOUS. Go to a restaurant that you would not go to, take a painting class together, go to a museum or a comedy show. Take advantage of the fact that you always have someone to have fun with because you are in a relationship. But do more that the usual. Be creative.


The biggest roadblock for women looking for a legitimate relationship is the inability to speak up. Yall Hoes afraid to speak first, you’re afraid to ask to be taken on a real date, you’re afraid to call him after the first time you have sex, and worst of all you are afraid to tell him that you don’t just want to be his fuck buddy anymore. Stop Being So Fucking Shy.Way too many Bitches are scared to communicate to the person who matters most, so they front and be like they’re content with these half-ass relationships. Bitches Luv telling their Lonely ass girlfriends how they feel and all the things she wishes he would do But when ya nigga right there face to face, it’s cricket season. I’ve dealt with girls who were sassy, nasty bitches, and loud ratchet hoes (Im not proud of that lol) , but inspite of all of that they were still too nervous to check me on my bullshit. “You tell me what you want to do” is the shy bitch anthem. Cause I Treated em different then the average nigga. Bitches love the basic kind of nigga, not the one thats gonna have patience with them. thats another blog tho ..Why are women so passive where it matters the most? If you express all of your feelings he’s going to think you’re a nagging nahhhhh. you do that its letting them know where ya head is at.
Bitches are notorious for saying they don’t want a relationship, yet they take the dick and agree to be exclusive. After enough time passes that girl’s patience wears thin and she throws a fit because he hasn’t automatically upgraded her to a title she initially said she didn’t want.
This isn’t a case of Bitches not wanting a boyfriend then falling in love, it’s an example of how women want to be loved, but are afraid to admit that to themselves. Plan and Simple Ladies, if you just want sex from a Nigga it’s this easy, “Come thru tonight”. or “Can I Come By” .. They don’t want to be that forward because then that guy will think they’re freaks. Or Hoes .. Some of yall dont care believe me i know So what Embrace your Whorism ! Why go through all of that getting to know each other shit if you aren’t ready for something serious? Skeezer Why waste your time flirting and playing hard to get if you just want to be piped?!?!?? You don’t want to come off like a slut, so you act like you’re not just trying to fuck even though you are just trying to fuck. Huh?
Bitches Be on Twitter Like ..Im not like the rest of these birds who are hard up for love, need to be up under a dude, stalk his Insta, and blow up his phone… Yall bitches swear yall the coolest Hoes on the planet. Down to trip with his boys, drink out the bottle, let him talk to other girls, and fuck him whenever. That’s the sales pitch a lot of women are sticking with. The problem with that bullshit is that not only is it fake. It Devaules the Fuck Outta yourself.
you think guys want a girl who’s not a pain in the ass and who won’t pressure him? We Love The Bitch Thats Gonna Keep us on are toes, Dress us up Go Shopping for us, Just Stay on are heels .. real niggaz love. dont get it confused we just dont love these hoes. spoiling somebody that hold you down almost the dopest feeling ever. thats another blog tho. I Really dont wanna talk yall to death my jack about to die …
but the moral of the story is ..
It’s okay to embrace your romantic side and be a girly girl in the 21st century. Yeah you’re focused on money, school, family, and whatever but don’t blow smoke up your own ass. If you were to meet a nice guy who asked you to be his girl, would you agree or would you tell him to know his role and be happy as your part-time penis? Answer that question privately and keep it real with yourself. Don’t walk around pretending to be single and loving it when you’re single and looking.
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Sexual desire often fades in relationships. This is a normal phenomenon of any relationship and it is something that is often overlooked by many couples. The desire for sex becomes less as you age and experience more changes in your body and personality. Sex can be an important part of a relationship, but if it becomes a rarity, it can leave the two of you just missing each other.
As much as we all enjoy having sex, there will come a time when that desire is no longer there. Many people never get to that point in their relationship, and they go through the entire relationship without ever having sex. They keep trying to be friends with benefits and friends looking for sex.
The problem with sex and relationships is that they tend to go hand in hand. Sexual desire has a natural part in the way that a person thinks about having sex. If they have good sex, they want to have more of it. They are also more willing to want to have sex when they are not having it because they are happy with what they’ve got going on.
It is important to avoid the problem of having sex become “forbidden fruit” when it fades out of a relationship. When that happens, there will be less of a connection and the two of you will miss each other more than ever. When you start missing each other, it can have devastating effects on the relationship.
Sex is good for you. It is natural for your body to crave it, but just because you have more of it does not mean that it will be in your best interest to have a lot of it. Many people are going through the same things you are and there is no reason to continue the downward spiral.
There are plenty of ways to get the desire for sex back in your life, but you will need to take care of them. Start by learning about your own body and finding out how to make it feel good. There are things that you can do to improve the way your body feels while you are in the middle of having sex.
When sexual desire fades in relationships, one of the first things that you should consider doing is seeing a doctor. You may have a serious problem and you need to see a doctor about it. There is always the possibility that you have a sexually transmitted disease that needs to be treated. Having a sexually transmitted disease can be devastating to any relationship, but it is important to have it checked out so that it can be dealt with properly.
When sexual desire fades in relationships, the main thing that you need to remember is that it will come back when you are ready for it to. It is possible to have sex again, but it may take some time and you may have to change your role. Learning how to make your partner come to you without them always thinking about sex can help you return to your former lifestyle.
It may take a little time to get that desire back, but there is no reason for you to give up. It is possible to get back to the intimate relationships that you had before and begin to enjoy each other again. It may take some work, but it is well worth it.
The fact that sexual desire fades in relationships is not necessarily a reason to stop having sex altogether. Sex is an important part of a relationship and it is up to you to make sure that it stays that way. Sex is meant to be a great thing between you and your partner, and it is time that you took care of that.
The thing that you need to remember is that sexual desire fades in relationships and it is up to you to make sure that it is maintained. Learning how to make your partner feel loved is an important part of your relationship and you can help yourself to restore that by loving your partner yourself the way that you were meant to love someone else.
Be honest with yourself and be honest with your partner, and they will realize that you still love them and that you still want to make them happy in spite of the fact that sexual desire fades in relationships.


there are girls who like you.
there are girls who are interested in you.
there are girls who are attracted to you.
there are girls who think you are attractive.
and then there are girls who actually care about you.
how to Identify who is actually the ONE for you?
when she puts up with you of all your bs over and over and over and over, when she still continues to be KIND & ENCOURAGER to you even in a number of times you’ve been such a jackass & jerk towards her, when she pursues you because of who you are in the inside and not by what some “title” or “organization” or “higher ranks” say that you’re qualified, and not anything to do with security measure!
what is security measure?
when a woman puts out a challenge test for you in order to prove security.
man: hey i would like to date you.
woman: i will only date if you marry me.


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As I sit here in this beautiful Bed & Breakfast called Main Street Inn in Tarboro, NC, my heart is struggling. I’m struggling tonight. There, I said it. My tears are flowing and my emotions are running wild.
Hello – It’s been a long while since I posted here. My name is Jordan. I am a lot of things in life…a friend, a sister, a daughter, a niece, a grand daughter, a lover of life, a doggy mom, etc. Yes, a lot of things.
I’m visiting friends in Tarboro, NC where they are currently running an inn – just for the time being. They recently moved from Charlotte and ended up making a move to a small town in one of the most (if not, the most) poor counties in North Carolina. There are tree lined streets and beautiful historic homes on one side of town, yet on the other side, there are people who are financially burdened. In the middle of this town is a beautiful historic 7,000 square foot home which has been restored to welcome visitors from all over the nation. The vast ceilings and classic hardwood floors lead to open bedrooms with plush fabrics and beautiful marble bathrooms perfectly dressed for any weary traveler looking to escape the busyness of life.
I’m am spending my second night with these sweet friends of mine. Newlyweds, I might add. They have been married for a little over a year and are incredibly precious. My friend, “S”, and I met at work. She is a committed follow of Jesus Christ. One who sticks to her word, studies daily, and speaks wisdom. She is the epitome of a Proverbs 31 woman. One that I look up to and ask her for advice and words of wisdom regularly. Something that I love the most about her is that she speaks of her husband with such respect, love and adoration. She hangs on his every word, trusts him with her whole heart, mind, body, and spirit, and will follow where ever he leads. Her husband, “B”, on the same token speaks of how he loves how his wife smells, what she wears, how she looks, dresses, and acts with the same love and affection. Yes, they are newly weds, but he and she realize how lucky they are to have one another and how blessed they are to have God at the center of that relationship. They both pursue Him first and each other second. Watching gaze into each other’s eyes is heartwarming, listening to them laugh and goof off gives me hope. Hope for my own future.
As mentioned above, I am many things. One of those many things is single. I know, I’m not the only one. In fact, I’m one of thousands…no, millions…of people who are also single.
It’s tough being single. Yes, I know marriage is tough, but it’s a different kind of tough. It’s being tough together. It’s going through life with your best friend by your side knowing that even if he/she doesn’t like you today, he/she will love you for always and will always be on your team, no matter what. Being single is tough because no matter how many friends you have or how supportive your family is, there isn’t that 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and twice on Sunday type of support, love, commitment, and walk. I know my family would drop everything to help me out. I know they love me more than I will every know or understand until I have children of my own one day, but it’s a different kind of love. There is no denying that.
As a single woman, I’m not waiting to live until I meet the man God has designed for me to meet and marry, but I do yearn for that relationship. It’s something I pray for every day. As I watch my friends love one another so well, I’m so happy that they are so perfectly in love in God’s grace, but I also yearn to have that same love. To feel wholly complimented by another person – notice I didn’t say completed. God completed me – someone I can be 100% myself with and he loves me anyway. Someone who I can tell stories with of our experiences with one another, someone to have the adventure of life with and someone to grow in my faith with. Isn’t that what we all want?
So, even though it may be a challenge to find that person and the tears may be flowing. Pray. Stay faithful to who you are and what you want. There is no beauty in settling.
Come on, we will stay faithful together.


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I had to share these cute notecards because I think they are such a great gift idea. One of my clients, who is getting married this weekend, wanted to give her bridesmaids some nice personal gifts. So she gave me a list of their names and told me a little about each one (one is a chef, one a writer, one a yoga devotee, a dog lover, an artist etc.) and we came up these sweet icons for each. Hats off to her for a great idea!


Happy (almost) Valentine’s Day! In the spirit of this holiday I’m writing a fun post on how to survive marriage to a Type A wife. Disclaimer: I’m neither a marriage nor relationship expert. In fact, my husband is the only man I’ve had a long term (over 1 year) relationship with! These are just some observations I’ve made about myself and marriage over the past few years. I hope you have some fun with it!
Let’s just get this out there…I am a Type A wife. To be completely honest, I really do enjoy a lot of the personality traits that make me Type A, like my competitive drive, discipline to succeed, and how considerate I am of my loved ones. This temperament, however, doesn’t always make for the most harmonious home. Here are a few things to know about us Type A wives:
1. WE LOVE BEING IN CONTROL, AND THAT’S NOT GOING TO CHANGE!
So here’s the thing, Type A’s crave order and would create a plan to account for every minute of the day, if only time allowed! It’s because we are very uncomfortable with uncertainty, and excessive free time, which can seem like we’re not being productive (another obsession of alphas). Fortunately, most Type A wives realize that we can’t control everything, especially one married for more than a week, or has kids. Here’s a little secret: we want to be in control in every area of our lives, BUT NOT IN OUR MARRIAGE! Most of us are bossy babes (cue Kelis’ I’m Bossy soundtrack), but we want our husbands to lead. The trick is to provide us with some much needed balance, but come armed with a solid plan! Type A wives are more likely to release the reigns of control when we see a well though out plan from the hubs. Greg knows there’s a stronger chance I’ll be agreeable to one of his proposals when he already has the answers to the questions he knows I’m gonna ask.
2. TYPE A WIVES LOVE ATTENTION, SO GIVE IT TO US
All women love attention. Heck, everyone loves attention! But what I’m talking about here is attentiveness. Pay real attention to us, SEE us! Sure, I love it when Greg says “oh, that’s a hot outfit”, or when he ogles me when I’m sauntering around our bedroom sans clothes. What really gets me googly eyed about him though, is when I see him making an effort to anticipate my needs, and fulfill them. That tells me he’s been listening to me, which in turn makes me feel valued by him. It’s especially important for a Type A wife to feel valued by her husband, that all of our efforts to make our family life perfect, matter to him too.
3. KNOW WHEN TO HOLD ‘EM, KNOW WHEN TO FOLD ‘EM, KNOW WHEN TO WALK AWAY…
I won’t finish the line to that Kenny Rogers’ song. Even though most Type A wives have a little ‘crazy’ in us, hopefully there’s no running away from us! I saved this one for the last because it’s just something husbands will have to learn over time. With lots and lots of patience, and consistent practice of the above, husbands of Type A wives can learn when to leave us be, when to “check” us, and when to hold us down. And hopefully we’re not making it too hard for them by giving them cues when they get it right.
There’s no doubt that marriage is hard, no matter your personality trait. And none of the above will matter if you both don’t want to be together and aren’t willing to fight for what you have.
Did you enjoy this post? Drop a comment below, let me know your thoughts! I’d love to hear about any marriage observations/tips you’d like to share too.
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Manzi wa Kibera, a socialite from Kibra, and her spouse are expecting a baby.
Wambox, also known as Manzi, celebrated her good news with her spouse while flaunting a large belly.
On Instagram, she expressed their immense happiness and blessings.
Manzi wa Kibera hinted to her admirers that she and her partner were recording a song while she danced in another Instagram post where she was rubbing her belly.
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They both deny the long-standing accusation that their relationship is motivated by clout-chasing.
Internet users who never thought they would actually get married talked a lot about their dating life.
We were captivated by the video of him getting down on his knees to pop the question as he proposed to her outside the gate of a well-known mall on Thika Road.


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Men and women became more equal politically, financially, and socially in many nations.Women eventually won the right to vote in many countries and own property and receive equal treatment by the law, and these changes had profound impacts on the relationships between men and women. In many societies, individuals could decide—on their own—whether they should marry, whom they should marry, and when they should marry.
As humans societies have evolved from hunter-gatherers into civilized societies, there have been substantial changes in relations between men and women, with perhaps one of a few remaining biological constants being that both adult women and men must have sexual intercourse for human procreation to happen.
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The relationship between readership and circulation is a complex one. Long-term trend data show a strong relationship between the two, but there can be changes, both sudden and gradual.
For instance, the chart below shows the changing relationship between readership and circulation for Reveal magazine as the number of readers-per-copy increases over time.
In some cases, sudden period-on-period changes are a result of sample variation, particularly for smaller titles. However, around half of the period-on-period changes in readers-per-copy are statistically significant and it is important that the NRS reflects these real changes in reader-per-copy.


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Married Vs Single: What Science Says Is Better For Your Health
Various studies have attempted to measure whether marriage truly makes people healthier and happier, and how it compares to the lives of bachelors and single ladies out there. Sure, being single may be more fun â€” and being married may be more comforting and meaningful. But how do these two different paths of life compare when it comes to health risks and benefits?
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Love Is Blind fans have been busy speculating why Renee Poche and Carter Wall’s relationship was cut from the show.
The fifth season of Netflix‘s reality dating show is coming to a close, with many viewers scratching their heads about what happened to the couple.
Love Is Blind sees single people get to know each other while existing in individual pods and without seeing each other’s face. If they hit it off, the pair can choose to get engaged before meeting in person.
Renee, a 32-year-old veterinarian, and construction worker Carter, 30, were a huge hit on the show, but appeared less on the series as it advanced towards the finale.
People quickly flocked to social media to speculate what happened, especially after it was revealed they had applied for a marriage license and attended the traditional Mexican trip with other couples from the series.
Renee and Carter even made it to their wedding day, where he was told “no” at the altar.
But other than being spotted in some scenes, their relationship was cut entirely from the show. TikTok creator @storytimewithrikkii has suggested Renee already had a boyfriend when she entered the Love Is Blind pod.
The TikToker, who is a self-styled reality show expert, also speculated that Carter brought another women to the couple’s shared apartment during the TV experiment.
According to Rickii, Carter also threatened producers to leave the show if they showed his messy storyline.
Rickii claimed her source for the information was Renee herself, who also told the TikToker that she married a different man in March this year.
“I did ask her to comment on when she actually met her current husband and she refused to. She also said that it makes her very sad anything to do with their story being cut after everything she went through,” Rikkii said.
Newsweek contacted Netflix by email for comment.
One person commented on Rikkii’s TikTok claiming they were friends with Carter and even attended the Mexican wedding.
“I was at the wedding, they DID go to Mexico together and moved in together. They need to release their cut… lol it’s so good,” the friend wrote.
Renee also seemed to confirm she had been in a relationship with Carter when she posted a photo of her and fellow contestant Taylor to Instagram. Taylor was dating J.P, who alongside Carter were known for their American patriotism.
“Us wondering where our men were on January 6,” a text over the photo read, referring the insurrection on Capitol Hill in 2021.
Love Is Blind creator Chris Coelen had previously confirmed that several engagements were not “followed” this season and didn’t make it to air.
“Each season, there are lots of stories that we don’t tell, regardless of whether couples get engaged or not,” Coelen told Variety in September. “Some of them even, we will follow for a little bit and not show their story on the show… It’s a little bit of a judgment call.”


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Embarking on the journey of cohabitation signifies a commitment to shared experiences, mutual growth, and, inevitably, the merging of financial lives.
The dynamics of managing money as a couple introduce a unique set of challenges and rewards, making financial navigation a crucial aspect of the cohabitation journey. In this comprehensive exploration, we delve into the intricacies of cohabitating couples and the multifaceted financial challenges they may encounter.
Combining Finances: Pros and Cons
The decision to intertwine financial lives is a significant juncture in any cohabitating relationship. While combining finances can foster a sense of unity, shared responsibility, and streamlined budgeting, it is not without its complexities.
Pros include enhanced financial stability, simplified financial planning, and the promotion of joint financial goals. However, cons may arise in the form of potential conflicts, disparities in spending habits, and the need for a delicate balance between financial autonomy and shared responsibility.
Communication and Transparency: Key Factors for Financial Success
Open, honest, and ongoing communication stands as the cornerstone of financial success for cohabitating couples. Engaging in candid discussions about financial values, goals, and expectations helps lay a solid foundation for a shared financial journey.
Transparency about income, expenses, and individual financial habits is crucial to building trust and avoiding misunderstandings. Regular check-ins provide opportunities to recalibrate financial strategies, fostering a healthy financial dialogue that strengthens the bond between partners.
Setting Shared Financial Goals
Thriving cohabitating couples understand the importance of setting and pursuing shared financial goals. Whether the aim is to save for a home, plan for a family, or invest for the future, aligning aspirations channels efforts toward common objectives.
Establishing a roadmap with both short-term and long-term goals provides a framework for financial planning, allowing couples to celebrate achievements together and navigate challenges as a united front.
Cohabitating Couples: Tips and Strategies
Effectively navigating financial challenges requires practical tips and strategies tailored to the unique dynamics of cohabitating relationships. Creating a joint budget, allocating financial responsibilities based on individual strengths, and incorporating a financial buffer for unexpected expenses are essential tactics.
Striking a balance between autonomy and collaboration ensures that financial decisions align with the collective vision of the couple.
Cohabitating Couples: Fairness and Equity
Promoting fairness and equity in financial matters is paramount for the well-being of cohabitating couples. Equitable distribution of financial responsibilities, such as bill payments and savings contributions, fosters a sense of partnership.
Recognizing and respecting each other’s financial autonomy, while acknowledging individual contributions, creates a harmonious financial relationship that stands the test of time.
Managing Debts and Liabilities as a Couple
Addressing debts and liabilities as a united front is crucial for cohabitating couples seeking financial harmony. Developing a joint plan to manage existing debts, discussing financial obligations openly, and strategizing debt repayment collectively can alleviate financial stress and strengthen the financial foundation of the relationship.
Facing challenges together fosters resilience and sets the stage for a more secure financial future.
Cohabitating Couples: Emergency Funds and Long-Term Goals
Building and maintaining an emergency fund is a shared responsibility that provides financial security in unforeseen circumstances. Cohabitating couples also benefit from aligning their long-term financial goals, such as retirement planning and investment strategies.
Balancing short-term needs with long-term aspirations ensures financial stability throughout the various stages of the relationship, fostering a sense of security and shared purpose.
As cohabitating couples embark on this intricate journey, they must recognize that financial harmony is an ongoing process that requires dedication, understanding, and a shared commitment to a prosperous future. The ability to navigate financial challenges with resilience and adaptability will not only strengthen the relationship but also pave the way for a fulfilling life together.
By combining finances wisely, setting shared goals, and maintaining fairness in financial matters, couples can build a resilient financial foundation that withstands the test of time, ensuring a thriving and prosperous shared future.


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Inspired by Kundalini’s nightmares and her fervent world of dreams, "Huntress" was born after 3 years of intense recordings. It pursues the need to whisper secret, forbidden tales and to stimulate the deepest shadows of the human being, exploring the boundaries between the delicate and the violent; between love and obsession; between fantasy and madness.
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I was angry at myself for being so uninformed and not knowing what the natural order of these things were.I was angry at myself for being so slow in asking you to be with me exclusively.I was angry at myself for being so laid back in the matter,thinking that there was nothing to worry about.I was angry at myself for not doing anything even though there were moments of clarity where I did realise there was something to be worried about.I was angry at myself for saying yes to my best friend when he asked me if it was okay for him to start talking to you.I was angry at myself for being the one of the reasons behind my best friend getting together with you.
I was angry at you because you expected me to bare out everything that I wanted when you didn't budge an inch.I was angry at you because you didn't reject my best friend outright.I was angry at you because you didn't wait for me.I was angry at you because you didn't choose me.I was angry at you because in my head we were technically together and you getting together with him was like "cheating" as ridiculous as it sounds or even dumping me to be with my best friend.I was angry because I was an immature 15 year old who was just heartbroken by his first love,and in quite the spectacular fashion if I do say so myself.
Looking back,I can honestly say that I am no longer at myself or you.I was young and I didn't know any better.I'm big enough of a man to say that I was at fault and you were not.I am sorry for the unscrupulous drama that unfolded.I am sorry for my immaturity.
But,apologies aside,I must also thank you.I am extremely grateful towards you.I am grateful because that particular event was the catalyst that enabled me to mature as an individual.I am grateful because you helped me realise what kind of person I want to be.I am grateful because you helped me realise what kind of person do I want to be with.And finally,I am grateful because you helped me realise that the kind of person I want to be with is almost nothing like you.
Watching your relationship with my best friend play out kinda opened my eyes to the fact that I was incredibly lucky to not have been in a relationship with you.I am so grateful that I received the long end of the stick and was hurt in the short-run rather than further down the road.I had a front row seat in seeing how you grew up and played the "girlfriend" role,and now I look back and think WHOOOOAAAAA,I DODGED A BULLET THERE.
And so I wanted to try being just friends with you but surprise surprise,now that I've grown up a tad,I don't find it very stimulating being your friend.Though I will admit there is something about you that is fascinating.You have a spark that intrigues me.I find it attractive and fascinating because I have found no other girl that has that spark.You draw me in and still do,granted,its not in the same way you used to. But that doesn't redeem you of the plethora of things that make me glad that you did not choose me.
In conclusion,I don't really care anymore whether or not you stay in my life.I'm glad to say,I don't need you.
I am happy.


When we see children behaving like their parents, we often assume that the children learned the behavior from their parents. For example, if we see a boy with violent behavior, and we find out his father is also violent in many circumstances, we might assume that the boy learned violence from his father.
But correlations between the behavior of parent and child may reflect common genetic predispositions, not parental socialization. How can we differentiate the influence of genes from the influence of socialization?
Until fairly recently, there were basically three ways researchers could separate the effects of genes from the effects of parental socialization: adoption studies, twin studies, and (rarely) a combination adoption twin studies. Below, I review adoption studies and twin studies. I’ll get to the adopted twin studies a bit later.
In the most thorough adoption studies, researchers managed to collect data from kids who were adopted soon after birth, as well as data from the kids’ biological and adoptive parents. One could estimate the importance of genes by looking at whether adopted kids behaved more like their biological parents or more like their adoptive parents. One could estimate the importance of family socialization by looking at the similarity of adopted kids with their siblings who were biologically unrelated to them. All the variation in outcomes unaccounted for by genes and family socialization was attributed to extra-familial influences.
In a twin study, the researcher gathers data from pairs of twins. He ascertains whether the twins were born from one egg or two eggs. Twins born of one egg (monozygotic twins) are genetic clones. Twins born of two eggs (dizygotic twins) share half of their genes on average, although the exact amount shared varies from pair to pair.
In other words, dizygotic (DZ) twins share roughly half as much of their DNA as monozygotic (MZ) twins. Researchers exploit this fact in order to estimate how much variation in a trait is accounted for by variation in genes. According to the basic model underlying the so-called classic twin study, the variance in the trait accounted for by genes is equal to double the difference between the correlation between MZ twins and the correlation between DZ twins. Take IQ, for example. IQ scores of MZ cotwins correlate at around 0.8. DZ twins’ IQs correlate at around 0.4. Based on these numbers, we could say that genes account for 80% of variation in IQ. (0.8-0.4) × 2 = 0.8.


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The joy of my face;
Without you I am incomplete.
I was asked about Newtons law and I said I dont know. I was questioned on the current President of USA and I wasnt sure if it is Clinton or Bush. But when I was asked on who I love, the only answer I can think of, is you.
My heart for you will never break. My smile for you will never fade. My love for you will never end. I love you!
Ты - альфа и омега бытия,
Сосредоточенье разума и сердца.
Ты для меня - моё второе я,
Волшебный сад, распахнутая дверца!
When you need someone to be there for you, I’d be just sitting right beside you.
Darling, if you are the second best girl for me, then who is the best? The answer is nobody, because you will always be the best girl for me.
I would never be tired of you even if I am with you all day long. In fact I grow to like you a little more every day. I love you.
God is wise when he did not put a price tag on you darling. If he did, I won’t be able to afford to have a boyfriend (girlfriend) as precious as you.
Last night I matched each star with a reason for loving you. I was doing great until I ran out of stars.


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By PAUL CONNOLLY via smh.com Kristin Chenoweth Tony Award-winning singer, actor, in a relationship, 44 My father, Jerry, is not a singer, nor should he ever be. Not in the shower, not church, not anywhere! He has always been, however, someone I admire a great deal – someone who’s an example of quiet strength for me, someone who has been a great example of how a man should treat a lady, and how a man handles his business. My father has been a very big protector in my life. He doesn’t like it when people hurt his little girl. I’m in my 40s now, but he’s still the same way. I have to tell him to back off sometimes, or I will never have a boyfriend! My dad came from nothing, from a very poor background, but he made his way. I saw him work hard, and he’s reaped the benefits from that. He gave me an example that if you work hard and sacrifice, you can succeed. So he’s always been more of a shower than a teller. When he did speak and was digging deep and wanted to make a point it mattered; you knew it meant something, so you listened. My parents made no secret of my adoption. They wanted me to know I was chosen, that I was a gift. I think that’s a good way to handle things with an adopted child. The truth is, someone couldn’t take care of you – not wouldn’t, couldn’t. And they gave you the gift of having a life. Dad always wanted me to understand that my adoption was only a good thing. It was probably better for the birth parent, and it was better for me, because I got options I might not otherwise have had. He drove that home, that it was a gift and that he had struck the lottery. I feel the same way. It couldn’t have been better for me. I tell my father, “You’ve done a real disservice to me, because you’re such a great guy and I think all men are like you, but they’re not.” For all the wonderful men I’ve had in my life, I’ve had a turd or two! My first real boyfriend was a “bad boy”. Dad reacted strongly about that at the beginning, but when he saw that wasn’t going to work he said, “Okay, go for it.” I then thought, “Hang on, where’s all the You can’t do that, the guy’s no good, he’s going to hurt you’ stuff?” The minute Dad released me, I learnt for myself that he might know a thing or two about the opposite sex. By letting me falter on my own he taught me. That can’t have been easy for him. Did I learn the lesson? Oh no, no, no! Let’s be honest, I’ve learnt that lesson about 15 times, and it’s a lesson I keep having to learn; I’ve been a runaway bride twice. I’ve also had some great boyfriends in my life, some really wonderful men, and I’m dating someone special now. I suppose what they’ve had in common is that they are successful. And that’s different from being rich or financially wealthy. I mean that I’m attracted to men who have drive and ambition, men who are successful in their field. I have to date men like that because I’m that way, too [Chenoweth has starred in Wicked, Glee and The West Wing]. So I don’t mean it in an arrogant way that a man has to be at the top of their field, just that they want to be the best they can be. Another important man in my life is [musical director] Richard Jay-Alexander. He’s a successful man – he’s smart and articulate, much like my father, but he’s flamboyant, too, not like my father! He’s funny and a musical genius and a wealth of knowledge. I’m attracted to him because he’s taught me so much, and pushed me to the limit more than I ever thought I could go musically. When you are a generation younger than someone, I think it’s important you listen to them and learn from them. I hope I can be that person for someone else down the road. I would never have understood in my 20s that men might be intimidated by successful women. When I started dating, I had guys tell me they were intimidated to ask me out. And I’d giggle because I’m 4’11” [150 centimetres] and, let’s face it, I sound like Betty Boop. I don’t think I’m an intimidating woman, but I suppose by the sheer amount of things I’ve accomplished [as an actor and singer] there are men who might feel I’m intimidating. That makes me feel a little sad, because I really am still pretty much the girl from Oklahoma, the girl next door.


Greatest Signs That He’s Obsessed About You
It is the timeless question you have asked to daisies also to the best friends: how can guys fall in really love? And what are the telltale indicators he is falling individually? Sometimes it seems like a total secret incompetent at ever-being fixed. Could it possibly be timing, certain attributes that describe just what males look out for in a women, or basic biochemistry? Is it the intangibles or perhaps the concrete?
While early signs of an effective commitment are occasionally tough to define, thank goodness, several are obvious enough to decode. Possible figure out these by recognizing the thing that makes a person invest in a long-lasting relationship and just what helps to keep their interest over numerous many years, trials and encounters. As love and matchmaking writer John Gray, Ph.D. describes, eventually just what men and women desire is the identical: « they wish to feel linked, they want to feel appeal, and also to discover love. »
Here, some obvious indicators he is slipping for youâ¦. hard:
He treats you with respect
You may never have to wonder how men fall in really love should you believe respected by your companion. How come? Industry experts agree early signs and symptoms of a beneficial union include a male companion which cares concerning specifics of your lifetime. It could appear to be a no-brainer, but if your man appreciates the viewpoints, compliments your own figure, celebrates the achievements, pays attention to details, plus holds your own weird habits, he is used.
He is psychologically drawn to your
Though lots of will very first turn-to the physical characteristics to explain just what guys look for in women, the emotional experience is far more powerful. This basically means, exactly what one feels through the encounters he has to you are what makes him see you as a female he absolutely needs to get closer to. This will be among the many indications he could be dropping individually, because it shows he feels he can openly speak and become themselves totally if you are collectively.
He’s constantly in interaction to you.
Does he send you amusing texts during the day? Really does the guy comment concerning tracks, signs and humorous headlines that remind him of you? Really does the guy Google yesterday’s unresolved debateââwhich can be healthier: ice cream or gelato? â when he’s at your workplace and inform you of it? As soon as you come to be an extremely current section of their time even when you are aside, it is one of the numerous indications he’s dropping for you personally.
The guy compromises.
Love can soften the heart. Becoming right actually as essential as carrying out right of the other individual. As soon as your beau begins to fulfill you in the middle on subjects he’s generally persistent aboutâmaybe he is a film snob who out of the blue happy to let you choose a flick he’d normally never ever watchâhe’s top along with his heart instead of their mind. Selflessness is one of the lots of crucial early signs of a beneficial commitment that is flowering.
He touches you publicly
How do men fall-in love? Employing vision, their unique fingers, their particular â¦ the list goes on. But discover the kicker: some dudes do not have qualms about touching their own girlfriends in personal, PDA is another tale. As soon as man throws their supply around you in public, he’s both happily announcing to the world that you are with each other and producing a protective motion. Another really love gesture? When he begins providing the hugs and cuddles you crave, without any expectation of intercourse. The guy desires last with bodily touch, maybe not utilize it merely to get just what the guy wants.
He desires to manage you
Females usually roll their particular eyes at men’s âfix it’ intuition; even though he may be unable to fix every terrible time, the reality that he attempts just things to that he or she is needs to be seduced by both you and cares significantly for your family. He would like to generate circumstances much better. The guy desires to allow for you, practically and emotionally. The guy would like to get you to laugh. When he throws when you look at the energy to comfort and reassure you, he is claiming âi really like you’ in phrase and deed.
They can play around you.
There is something that drives men wild and invites them into a further degree of âconnection’â play. Males love to be active also to play. These people were raised to state by themselves and relate with those around all of them through activity. This doesn’t must mean viewing recreations or becoming overly competitive, but alternatively, it is present in the mindset. Just what males look out for in ladies is actually a determination and openness alive, for which you invite laughter, wit and positivity. However never be constantly fully engaged and happy, whenever you act as a person who views the glass as half-full, he’s very likely to unhappy their guard. For this reason if he’s joking along with you and also in great spirits close to you, he is probably much more curious than you recognize.
He wants that understand his family and friends.
There is no more powerful indication of a budding commitment than whenever one wishes one to meet his moms and dads. Or his siblings. Or their best friends. When he’s prepared familiarizes you with individuals who matter mostâand is actually just as desperate to fulfill your family and friends â he’s got no objectives of going anyplace. He’s satisfied to be along with you and desires his family members to fall crazy about you, too.
He’s replaced âwe’ with âWe’.
Stop staring dreamingly into their vision, choosing the answers to the questions inside heart and alternatively, pay attention to his phrase alternatives. When he begins utilizing terms like âwe,’ âus,’ and âTeam Amazing’, he isn’t thinking about themselves as just one man any longer. You’re today part of his existence. And he really likes that. In addition, it goes hand-in-hand with an increase of indications he could be slipping for your needs: the guy talks about the near future. Does the guy generate strategies money for hard times offering you? Performed the guy invite you to their friend’s marriage after that autumn? Really does the guy joke regarding the future kids with each other? When hehas got the next with you on their head, he’s already decided that he has no purposes of letting you get.


When we were first married someone gifted us a digital camera. There are countless albums on Joshua’s computer of terribly boring pictures that we took of each other doing absolutely nothing, hundreds of them. How sweet we were. The other day Josh picked up the camera to take my picture and I was reminded of that first year together in our tiny apartment. When he turned the screen towards me to show me his snapshot, this is what I saw:
He loves watches. He bought me my watch, & he loves it. One of his mild preoccupations.
I like it too.


Which Couple Is Married?
I am going to share a photo of two couples with you and I want you to guess which couple is married and which couple is not married but flirting. Please comment also why you chose that couple. This will be a funny activity for all bloggers I think. I am waiting for your funny answers.
While I was preparing the above image; the below image came to my mind. I saw it yesterday in Pinterest so I want to share it with you also. I am also wondering your answers about this photo also.
After your answer I am going to write you the result of this psychological test.


Correct wedding planning process
The first step of wedding planning process is to collect relevant information.
New couples in the determination of the auspicious day after marriage, the first should search for wedding related information, everyone is the first time to encounter life's top priority, for the preliminary understanding of the wedding, in a large number of reading. After understanding the general situation, the couple can use a weekend, make a pot of good tea, brainstorm leisurely, preliminary establishment of a wedding planning template, in order to communicate with the wedding planner for the first time, confirm the feasibility.
Warm Tip: You can find a lot of information about the wedding planning process in the Lily wedding community. You can also share the experience of wedding planning with other newlyweds. You can also find a well-known Beijing wedding company according to your recommendation.
Wedding planning process second steps: the venue to step on the spot
Wedding venues are the stage for you to realize your beautiful dreams, so the determination of wedding venues can be said to be the "top priority" in Beijing's wedding planning process. After a preliminary recognition of the wedding theme, finding the wedding venue has become a top priority, through telephone consultation, get wedding banquet Hotel leaflets, and then 2-3 wedding venues "micro-clothing private visit," you can choose your "dream palace".
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The wedding planning process is the third step: meeting with the wedding company.
Through the first step of the choice, with a preliminary idea, you can also start looking for the ideal wedding company, and there is another way to find the wedding company is "word of mouth" survey, you can do a survey about the wedding company by the people around you. The first interview with the wedding planner is very important after you have identified the right Beijing wedding company, because it is an important basis for judging whether the wedding planner is in tune with you.
Warm Tip: Take your own "wedding planning concept" in the past, talk with the wedding planner, let the wedding planner have a preliminary understanding of your wedding, while the experience of the wedding planner can bring you more inspiration.
The wedding planning process is the fourth step: select the staff.
Have you decided on your best man's maid of honor? What kind of friends and relatives to help you do "behind the scenes hero" it, the first stage, to identify these staff members, call one by one to inform, so that everyone has a bottom in mind, each in his place.
Fifth stages of wedding planning process: attendance at wedding banquet
The first estimate of the number of people attending the wedding banquet is directly related to your wedding venue reservation, so after the "Quartet Talks" between parents and new couples, each of them will start to confirm the number of people attending the wedding, and finally sum up the number of people, the first round of phone calls can be started separately.


Women need love but men need respect
Dr. Emerson Eggerichs, marriage understanding and communication are based on two words: love and respect. He presents the ways in which these feelings interact with each other, the differences between men and women, and how they affect communications between the sexes.
–Why won’t husbands love their wives?
–Why won’t wives respect their husbands?
–Many women have never learned to respect their husbands in a way that is meaningful to the husband.
–Likewise, many men have never learned to love their wives in a way that is meaningful to the wife.
(The pre-marriage and post-marriage counseling that every Christian couple need! Life-changing, highly recommended.)
Love & Respect – Part 1
What is the pure gospel of Jesus Christ?
“True and False Christian Test”
What is true revival?


Emotional awareness in communication is often misunderstood and seldom if ever discussed or taught. Feelings play a big role in communication. Emotional awareness, or the ability to understand feelings, will help you succeed when communicating with other people. If you are emotionally aware, you will communicate better. You will notice the emotions of other people, and how the way they are feeling influences the way they communicate. You will also better understand what others are communicating to you and why. Sometimes, understanding how a person is communicating with you is more important than what is actually being said.
Have you ever tried to hide your feelings? It’s pretty hard for most of us to do. That’s because emotions don’t lie. Instead of trying to hide or ignore your feelings, focus on becoming aware of your feelings and the feelings of those around you in order to be a better communicator.
You can improve your emotional awareness by focusing on these five skills:
- Consider other people’s feelings: One day, a coworker might tell you something personal that doesn’t seem important for you to know, or a supervisor might seem angry with you for no reason. To figure out why, think about what the other person is feeling. Consider any situations that may be affecting their emotions and how that might in turn affect what they say to you.
- Consider your own feelings: Just as other people’s’ feelings can affect the message they’re trying to send, your own feelings can get in the way of your communication as well. When you feel a strong emotion or feeling, pay attention to that emotion and try not to let it get in the way of your message. Both positive emotions, like happiness, and negative emotions, like anger, can get in the way of communication.
- Have empathy: Empathy is the ability to understand and relate to the feelings of someone else. Once you’ve learned to recognize another person’s feelings, you can go one step further and actually relate to those feelings.
- Operate on trust: Good communication requires you to build trust between yourself and the person with whom you’re communicating. You can earn the trust of others by sending nonverbal cues that match your words.
- Recognize misunderstandings: A misunderstanding happens when two people think they are on the same page about something, but in reality they are thinking two different things. Misunderstandings happen all the time, but emotional awareness can help you to avoid misunderstandings


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How To Stop Loving Someone Who Does Not Love You.
1. When he starts distancing himself from you, do not restring bridges with your own sinew. You will find yourself two months later coming unraveled, coming undone. You will find he has left you in the places he has visited and in the hair of the girls he has imagined kissing. You will find yourself splatterpainted on the walls where while drunk he confessed all of your secrets to his college friends. You will be crying on the floor, surrounded by the parts of you he has stepped on, and he will look you in the eyes and ask you to clean up the mess.
2. When he cannot get through the words “I love you” without her eyes flicking to the side or her tongue slurring or her mouth pressing in at the edges: do not assume it is your fault. Do not think that you have yet again pushed away someone amazing. You have not. Sometimes people knock on their bones and find themselves hollow. You were the only way they felt momentarily whole, do not empty yourself to fill up their soul. Do not shatter into pieces trying to perfect yourself. You do not need to be glass to turn light into rainbows. You are a person, not their prism.
3. Do not let them hold you against their body if you know they do not cherish every second they are in contact with your skin. I know it feels as if you are breaking your own spine, but tear yourself away from them. Know that the something beautiful you had was already fading. Know that in the end you did the only thing you could. Sometimes people grow apart. Even trees do it.
4. Cry. Want them back.
5. Cry. Do not take them back.
My Father’s Recipe For The Man I Should Marry
A Father’s Recipe For The Right Guy
One secret to a happy life: finding the right guy you should date or even marry and this is no easy task. Here is a good advice from a father for his daughter in finding the right guy. This is sweet and touching at the same time.
1. Date a boy who makes you happy, but marry him only if he makes you laugh deep-belly rumbles that hurt your ribs as they expand outwards. Date him when he sees that you’re hurting and he gives you a moment to feel that pain like a handprint spreading across your consciousness, marry him only if he can make you smile even while you’re gross sobbing. The world is not a kind place. You will feel a lot of pain. Make sure you are with someone who makes it all bearable. Humor is an excellent gauge of intelligence. Life gets boring. Find someone who makes the banal interesting.
2. Make sure he has scars on the back of his hands, it’s a good sign he has experience either fighting or making things - creation is an act of selflessness and bruised knuckles are a good sign he knows how to defend himself. You’ve got too much soul to be handled by someone who has never been passionate. If he’s never thrown a punch, let him at least have tasted the insanity of bringing an idea into existence. Rough palms are better than soft ones, they have been salted by this earth and made into leather. Callouses are evidence he has lived, that he has broken skin and been in pain over and over and over again and still came back to the source of it. People rub against each other. Don’t marry him if he can’t handle even a little blister.
3. Before you say yes, get him angry. See him scared, see him wanting, see him sick. Stress changes a person. Find out if he drinks and if he does, get him drunk - you’ll learn more about his sober thoughts. Discover his addictions. See if he puts you in front of them. You can’t change people, baby girl. If they are made one way, it doesn’t just wear off. If you hate how he acts when he’s out of it now, you’re going to hate it much worse eight years down the road. You might love him to bits but it doesn’t change that some people just don’t fit.
Jeremy McKinnon rolling in a bubble ball over the crowd on the Parks and Devastation Tour!


Does the boyfriend left her at the altar? No problem, marries one of the guests. That was the case of the young Indian P.Ponradha, who being abandoned on her wedding day, married one of her relatives who offered to let her not embarrassed, reported the Huffington Post.
According to U.S. media, citing the newspaper Malaysia, Nanban, J. Sithiraivelu quarreled with his family and disappeared just before the ceremony. "Her family became hysterical because they affect the future marriage of girl," the Times of India published. After the "heroic" offering family, the wedding went (almost) as planned.


Right now, in this moment, I really want to Eternal-Sunshine-of-the-Spotless-Mind you. I want to forget you ever made me happy because it makes me furious. I want to forget we were ever happy because it makes me sick. I want to forget you ever followed “I love you” with my name. I want to forget your stupid eyes and your stupid hair and that stupid paisley shirt you wore to pick me up from the airport that one time. I hate that fucking shirt. I want to forget how I feel about you and how you feel, how you react to my touch and how your eyes open when you wake up. I want to forget that night on the beach, that day on the boardwalk, that week on the road, that stupid fucking Thanksgiving, that Michigan trip, those nights on your porch and I want to burn our bed. Right now, in this moment, I want to forget you exist because right now, in this moment, I hate you. How different my life would be. Go find another Clementine’s life to ruin. There’s nothing left for you here.
Blessed are the forgetful, for they get the better even of their blunders.


If I have learned anything in my life it is that love is hard. Any form of it proposes difficulties. And if you truly love someone that never goes away. Life throws curveballs we cannot hit nor catch. We are left with this emotion with the hardship of carrying around for eternity. Everyone that I have ever loved I carry you with me. Change is hard and accepting people for who they truly are is the most difficult thing of all. If I was to die today I would want all that I have loved, hurt, stood up to, to know I accept you for who you are. I have to be me and if you cannot respect me in the least how could you have ever loved me in return.


Walking down the aisle
Two of STP’s employees got married this summer, and although their UK-based ceremonies diverged somewhat from traditional Nordic weddings, they naturally triggered discussions in the office on how our Nordic customs differ from Anglo-Saxon ways.
In the Nordic countries, it is taken for granted that both parties receive an engagement ring, which is usually an unadorned, plain band, often made of gold or white gold. In contrast to the custom in Anglo-Saxon countries, the groom-to-be is thus also “marked” as being engaged. It is not uncommon for both parties to have rings that are similar or even identical; nowadays though some women may prefer a diamond engagement ring.
When it comes to wedding rings, in Anglo-Saxon cultures both the bride and groom exchange rings during the wedding ceremony; the relatively simple wedding band is added to the bride’s gemstone engagement ring. In the Nordic ceremony, only the bride receives a wedding ring, which is often studded with diamonds or other stones. Thus, the end result is the same, but the order in which the rings are received differs in these two cultures.
Another aspect of the Nordic wedding ceremony received a lot of media attention this summer, when Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden was escorted down the aisle by her father, the King, rather than walking with her husband-to-be, which is the tradition for Swedish brides.
According to Nordic custom, the couple enters the church and walks down the aisle together, either holding hands or with the bride holding onto the groom’s arm. The Anglo-Saxon custom has the father, or another male family member or family friend, walk the bride down the aisle and give her away to the groom. In Scandinavia, the former is often portrayed as an expression of the equality between the parties (an important element of Nordic culture) whilst the latter has evoked strong feelings with commentators describing it as anything from a relic of sexist coercion to a display of life-long love and affection.
Archbishop Anders Wejryd, who conducted the Swedish Royal service in Stockholm in June, rebuked the bride and groom for adopting the Anglo-Saxon custom. However, he later relented and agreed to carry out the ceremony in accordance with the bride’s wishes. Whichever way you look at it, it matters who you walk down the aisle with!