Most of us have been guilty of emotional eating at some point in our lives. Emotional eating basically entails using food as a coping mechanism for emotions such as shame, guilt, disappointment or even boredom. Psychologists report that it’s a growing problem, and it may even contribute to the obesity…
Atmosphere is everything when it comes to livening up things in the bedroom. Lighting, sheets and blankets, what you’re wearing, and what you’re listening to all contribute to heating things up. So why not create a playlist of songs that’ll complement your every move? First, consider yours and your partner’s…
Sex is great – most of the time. It’s a good way to foster intimacy with a partner, release pent-up frustration, and of course, make babies if procreation is the goal. But there are times when sex isn’t a great idea and can end badly. Here are a few of…
Everyone has bad habits. But when they pervade your marriage, they can chip away at what was once a solid foundation. Perhaps your bad habits aren’t divorce material – yet – but it’s time to nip them in the bud before they become a real problem. Here are five to…
Looking for a little mood music in the bedroom? Why not create a playlist especially for those times when you want to get close? We’re not talking bow-chicka-wow-wow kind of music – though certainly, your cuddling may lead to it! We’re talking sweet songs that may even lull you to…
Whether you are single or married we all need the occasional night to ourselves. Some of you may be thinking “A night to myself — what is that?” We often have those nights where we are home zoning out watching TV, eating and feeling bored. We don’t need more of…
Usually, when a couple decides to separate, it’s a precursor to an inevitable divorce. But therapists and the couples they counsel are finding that sometimes, separation is the first step to reconciliation. Instead of separating ultimately to divorce later, many couples are treating separation as a “time-out” of sorts. And…
We all carry baggage into a relationship. That said, it’s sometimes not fair to unload all your problems onto your mate, allowing them to affect your relationship negatively. Then again, there are issues that, if you’re serious about each other, you must face as a couple. Here’s how to know…
Thinking about sending a naughty picture to your honey’s phone, just to have a little fun, maybe to get psyched for a special evening the two of you have planned? Before you hit send, you may want to think twice. These days, it seems there is new technology out nearly…