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The Roots of Shame

March 7, 2018 by Ashley Mangus Leave a Comment

Shame is a painful feeling that’s a mix of regret, dishonor, and self-hate…. When you feel shame, you feel like a bad person. Shame can leave us feeling like there is something inherently wrong with us. It can leave us feeling like a failure, worthless, and unlovable. Shame also leads us to believe that we […]

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What Makes Great Sex? ~ Commitment

February 21, 2018 by Emily Freeze Leave a Comment

Are you surprised that having sex with a committed partner is the best kind of sex? There are many reasons why this is true. The Gottman Institute has summarized some of the most important reasons in the article, “Friends with Benefits: 6 Reasons Committed Sex is Best” written by Colleen Temple. Take a few minutes […]

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3 Ingredients to a Happy Marriage

February 5, 2018 by Mary Holland Leave a Comment

Have you ever wondered why some marriages last decades while others barely go two years? Why do some couples thrive and grow together while others crash and burn? The secret? There are three secrets, actually; three ingredients to a happy and successful marriage. Without all three of these, many couples will struggle to remain connected […]

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The Impact of Technology on Your Relationship

January 17, 2018 by Emily Freeze Leave a Comment

It is becoming an increasingly important issue with couples as they complain about feeling “disconnected” or ignored by their partner. In this age of technology, we need to be more aware of how this technology is sabotaging our relationships. For example, we may miss opportunities to connect with our partner or simply ignore bids for […]

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