For all of us, our values come from different places. Some of us are taught deep, long-lasting values by our parents. Others learn their deepest and most important values in their place of worship. Still others find their values along the way, looking... Read More

Most of us are afraid, on some level, of being hurt in our romantic relationships. For the majority of people, that simply leads to a bit of extra caution or an occasional mistrustful moment. But for commitment phobes, that "knee jerk" reaction can... Read More

When a serious relationship ends, it's normal to feel somewhat adrift. For months, years, or even decades, you were anchored to a particular person, and now you're drifting free, not anchored to anybody but yourself. Being newly single is a strange... Read More

All relationships hit rough patches. Some relationships sail right on through, while others break apart on the waves. Just because a relationship ended doesn't mean that the feelings you had for that person are gone, or vice versa. And just because... Read More

Life is a balancing act. In one hand you're juggling your career, your future goals, and your responsibilities. In the other, you're trying to keep a social life in the air; friends, dating and simply enjoying your life. But how many balls can you... Read More

Were you nervous on your first date with your new partner? Well, that's nothing compared to how nerve-wracking it is to meet his or her parents for the first time. And you know it. Which is why the very idea of an introduction to Mom and Dad probably... Read More

When you first fall in love, it's impossible to imagine wanting to be apart from your partner. Whether you meet through online personals, at a bar, or through a friend, the act of falling in love is all-encompassing. But it doesn't last. Though it... Read More

It’s so difficult to describe what losing your husband feels like. The fact that my husband died unexpectedly and away from home, made it even more difficult to fathom. Yet, it happened only 3 short months ago, and everyday I cry and talk to him... Read More

We all risk rejection in our lives. Like when we invite a friend to the movies or apply for a job or ask our parents for a loan. Rejection is a part of life and most of us have become used to the idea. For some reason, being rejected romantically, even... Read More

Sometimes it will come as a shock when a boyfriend breaks up with you. You thought things were great... so how is it possible that he wasn't happy, too? Usually there are warning signs; little red flags to tell you that, while things feel just fabulous... Read More