We meet, fall in love, plan to be together forever - but what about how your and their kids feel. Securing a new blended family can be challenging. We can do this pain-free. A good time for all the children to meet after you meet this new special person is after both parents decide the union is something stable or permanent. When the children are very young, under seven years they [...]
Once you and your partner have made that decision to separate there are a few first priorities you need to do. These often involves your money and finances. The finances are what takes the largest hit and causes the biggest threat and escalates conflict. If you can make an effort to discuss this issue logically to avoid the emotional amplification you are both better off. Arranging Finances after separation is [...]
The mature Silver Singles sector is increasing at a considerable rate as the divorce rate for the over sixty age group has doubled in the past decade. What do we do when we find ourselves single again, sometimes after thirty or forty years of marriage. Where do we go, how can we meet other mature singles, do I want to date again, should I date again? So many questions, where [...]
She has withdrawn Sex because every time she shows any affection to him, it seems to be his green light to initiate sex. Sound familiar? This is often the case with so many couples as their relationship progresses and those words he hates are again heard "Not tonight darling". She then shuts down or becomes agitated because he has paid no attention to her or her needs. The night [...]
How can your man be the best Valentine ever... Valentine's day is regarded as one of the most romantic days of the year. It is the day we express our love and desire to that special person. It is also the day that Men have the opportunity to demonstrate to their partner how romantic they are by showering her with love, gifts, and lavish amounts of poetic words. How then [...]
Recent Study Reveals the Star Sign Most Likely to Cheat A qualitative study of more than two million members of dating websites was conducted by Gleeden, a site specialising in extramarital affairs, to determine which zodiac signs were more likely to cheat on their partner. They indicated Sagittarius rates with the highest reports of infidelity from all zodiac signs. This was followed closely by Gemini that was reported as the sneakiest [...]
Is it normal to want to go back? If we have made the decision to leave that awful relationship, it can become extremely frustrating when as the weeks go by we find ourselves questioning our decision. We may wonder if we should have left that relationship, did I bail too soon, should we have tried harder and should I go back and retry, perhaps again. The thoughts of reconciliation are completely normal after you [...]
When you’re dealing with the aftermath of a breakup, everyone will have an opinion on how best get over it. Your parents will remind you there are “other fish in the sea”, your friends will encourage you to get over your ex by getting yourself a diversion for the night, taking you out and getting you too drunk to remember him. While your friends and family mean well their actions and [...]
How do I respond to a friend who has lost their child or family member? I recently discovered a little boy who attended the childcare centre I once owned died from cancer. He was only four years old. The last word was he was doing well and hopeful of a complete recovery. The news clearly devastated everyone. I haven’t had anything to do with the families or business for some [...]
Are we pre-destined not to get along with our Mother In Laws? While most mother-in-laws are brilliant and get along with their child’s chosen partner really well, there are some that do seem to create issues between themselves and daughter-in-laws. I see many problems come into the Counselling room generated between the mother-n-law and the sons wife. Many of the issues could have been either dissolved or negated if they [...]
There is a difference between getting cold feet and feeling doubtful of this major marriage decision. If your concerns are about your compatibility and understanding of your future spouse, you should take this seriously. Cold feet consist of being fearful of the day's events. Scared of things not going on the day, weather concerns, and so on. Cold feet is nothing about concern for the actual marriage to your chosen [...]
Communication problems are one of the main issues that impede a work relationship and adversely affect business. When management and colleagues learn to manage these communication problems and find a way to really improve their communication style it can alleviate workplace problems, conflict and arguments. We must Humanise our workplace to ensure workers are happy and productive. It is the responsibility of management and leaders in business to ensure [...]
