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Should Your Marriage Be Saved?

Stephen Martin, a Marriage and Family Therapist explores one of the most troubling questions he encounters during the first session of therapy with couples is "Should we work on our marriage or should we end it?"  Here are some insights for all who desire a better relationship.

Translating Men to Women

He said what?  How could he say that?  Why doesn't he notice this?  Maureen Houtz gives women some keen insights about the differences between men and women.  And most importantly, women, how to appreciate those differences.

What to Do When Your Partner Has Become Your Enemy

Where has all the love gone that you once felt for your partner?  Do you seem to fight about everything?  Sharon Rivkin, Marriage and Family Therapist, gives three ways to move past your pain and anger and start healing your relationship.


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The First Argument is the Most Important One of All

The first argument you have in your relationship is the most crucial one you will ever have. It can set the stage for all arguments that will follow, or it can a tool for healing, happiness, and peace in your life. Relationships expert Sharon Rivkin explains the technique for handling the first argument well.

Meet Matchmaker Jasbina

Jasbina Ahluwalia is a lawyer turned certified matchmaker/relationship expert. She has a thing or two to advise women in their dating and relationship issues.

"The Geography of Love"

When Glenda Burgess wrote her memoir "The Geography of Love", she was on a mission to give meaning to her story of love and loss. But Beth Witrogen says that while Burgess's story is certainly uncommon, she just wasn't as inspired and moved as the author wants her readers to be.


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How Women Think, Part 1: 'What Focus?'


Alison Armstrong's passion is understanding men and women and their differences. An effective communicator, she shares her insights with the intent of helping us bridge the gap between those differences.  These videos focus on women.  We think you'll find them enlightening. 

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5 Tips for Apologies That Work

Apologizing in the right way is very important for a healthy relationship - whether it be with co-workers, friends or family members. The problem is that most of us tend to gloss over what we have done wrong. Jennifer Thomas, Ph.D gives you step by step guidelines about how to apologize like you mean it.

Safe Sax: Dance the Night Away

Want to test drive 40 guys in a night? Our relationships expert got to do that, at a blues-style dance that taught her the right moves — and a healthier attitude.

6 Steps Before You Drop The "D" Bomb on Him

Whether you're thinking about it or have already decided on a divorce, you must be very prepared before you tell your husband you want to leave the marriage. Divorce, like marriage, is ultimately a financial agreement, and no one knows that better than a man. Here are six things you need to do before you drop the "D" bomb.


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How NOT to Change Men: 'Why Criticism Doesn't Work'


Criticism changes women, even when men don't mean to do that. "Understanding Men's" Alison Armstrong explains why criticism doesn't change men. It only causes distance. Watch and learn more!

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Love and Marriage - Is it That Complicated?


Marriage Research Wisdom

When a marriage is good...it is very good for all of you and when it goes bad, it is deadly. And, we aren't talking crimes of passion or abuse.

Why Husbands Get Dumped

When Lisa Earle McLeod wrote her newspaper column about why husbands get dumped, it "generated more response than just about anything I've ever written," she says. "I heard from men and women around the country. Some were angry, some were sad, but most of them said, 'Oh my God! This is exactly what's happening in my marriage.' " See what all the fuss is about and join the discussion.


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