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How To Make Out

Mikey — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 18:56:07 -0500

Congratulations! You finally had the courage to ask the girl from the gift shop out. And, why shouldn’t you? You are successful, handsome, and for the most part, funny. You walk valiantly to her and say with the mousiest voice, “Hi." Smiling, she says, “Hi,“ back. You can see in her eyes that she knows exactly why you are there. You just come out and say it, “Would you like to have dinner with me tomorrow night?” She’s taken by surprise. She was expecting some awkward small talk a little bit of joking around before the question. Thinking you blew it, you slowly back away like a suspect leaving the scene of a crime. Then she shouts out, "Pick me up at eight."

How To Use Online Dating Sites

bronwyn — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 18:57:48 -0500

In these days of the Internet, online dating has become a valid way of meeting people. Although many people have concerns about online dating sites, they can be very useful in meeting people. There are some tips that you should keep in mind whenever using an online dating site.

How To Woo a Girl

Deirdre — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 15:27:47 -0500

Some guys seem to always get the girls. If you have a girl you want to woo, there are steps you can take to attract her interest. Follow these steps and you will be able to begin to woo the girl.

How To Leave Someone for Good

teen — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 00:33:45 -0500

Some relationships are slow to end. There may be a test breakup or even a cycle of breakups and make-ups. When it’s time to quit and leave someone for good, you need to make a clean break and stick to your decision. Follow these tips and you will be able to make a breakup last.

How To Be Charismatic

teen — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:01:46 -0500

Have you ever noticed that some people seem to be the focus of a room the second they walk in? The quality you can’t always define that makes them magnetic is charisma. If you wish you had that special spark, there are ways to get it. Follow these tips and you, too, can be charismatic.

How To Define Love

Deirdre — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:56:17 -0500

For centuries, poets and artists have tried to define love. The difficulty is that love is an emotion that is felt differently by each individual. If you are trying to define love and what it means to you, start with these steps.

How To Know the Difference Between Love and Lust

Deirdre — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:15:24 -0500

To some, the question of love and lust creates confusion and uncertainty. The concept of love is so abstract that we rarely know how to define it, and therefore allow the emotional feeling of love to be confused with the physical feeling of lust. Understand that when it comes to the physical nature of loving, lust often plays a part. Still, you can know the difference between love and lust if you apply these steps to some introspection about your own relationship.

How To Make a Long Distance Relationship Work

Deirdre — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:24:26 -0500

When one partner moves away, relationships are often strained beyond their ability to survive. Managing a relationship over the miles takes effort by both parties. Try these steps and you may be able to make your long distance relationship work.

How To Deal with a Bad Kisser

Deirdre — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 15:02:10 -0500

The first time you lock lips with someone and find out he or she is a bad kisser can be an eye-opener. You may be tempted to end a budding relationship before you become too disappointed. Take heart. There are ways to deal with a bad kisser.

How To Fall Out of Love

Deirdre — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:56:47 -0500

The heartbreak of losing at love can be devastating. Once you have let yourself cry and vent, you may be determined to take the next step. If you are ready to fall out of love, follow these steps and you will be on your way to making the break.

How To Give a Hickey

Deirdre — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 12:53:51 -0500

A hickey is often seen as a sign of physical intimacy between two people. The skin discoloration is a bruise that is caused by sucking on the skin. It is easy to give your partner a hickey when you know how. Just follow these steps:

How To Sweep a Girl Off Her Feet

Mikey — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 11:12:41 -0500

When the girl you have your eye on shows limited interest, you may need to make a big splash. If you are looking for ways to approach a woman and sweep her off her feet, you've come to the right place. With honesty and the winning techniques, you should be successful.

How To Get a Girl to Like You

Mikey — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 11:11:51 -0500

Girls can be complicated creatures. Some are so used to waiting for the guy to make the move, they don’t know what they want until he does. Getting a girl to like you is not just possible -- if you listen to some expert advice on approaching and attracting women, you will gain confidence and succeed. Here are some steps to get you started:

How To Tell if a Girl Likes You

Mikey — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:32:34 -0500

Women often seem like a big mystery. It is difficult for a guy to know if a girl likes you or if she is just playing games. There are no easy answers because all women are not the same. Still, there are a few steps you can take to find out if a girl likes you.

How To Read Your Date's Body Language

Cassandra — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:32:53 -0500

Dating can be complicated, especially in this world of online dating, speed dating and computer social networking. It is sometimes difficult to know just where you stand with your date. Consider taking some time to read your date’s body language. Whether your date is a man or woman, these tips will help you. By following these steps, you can learn a lot about what their body is saying even with they are tight-lipped.

How To Make a Libra Fall in Love

Cassandra — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 13:21:36 -0500

You have your eye on a Libra and all you know is that his or her birthday occurs between September 23 and October 22. What you don’t know is how to get that balanced creature to fall in love. The good news is that most Libras are searching for their perfect match, so the one you desire will be open to love if you follow these simple steps.

How To Choose a Woman for Marriage

premansu_chand — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 12:51:11 -0500

Marriage is a bond between man and woman, between one family and other, and sometimes between one culture and other. A family is built up based upon the bond of marriage. Family is the basic unit of society. If family is cohesive, peaceful and progressive, then society shall be cohesive, peaceful and progressive. Hence marriage is very important, not only for a couple but for a society. So stability, peace and bliss in marriage are very important.

A man who intends to marry should first assess or evaluate himself. He should keep in mind his looks, physique, qualifications, earning potential, family background, his race and religion. Then he should proceed in evaluating a woman for marriage. For stability of marriage, one should assess the following points irrespective of either love marriage or arranged marriage.

How To Assess Your Relationship

jeneva89 — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 18:50:56 -0600

So the dreamy courtship is history, the sex is declining and there’s no such thing as hand holding. You may still be together because it’s comfortable or it’s just easier than breaking up. Well either way, it’s time to assess your relationship. With these helpful tips, you’ll be able to figure out perhaps where this is all going.

How To Ask Any Girl Out

lashawn — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:44:35 -0600

How To Serve Your Sweetie Breakfast in Bed

mcdesign — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 12:21:14 -0600

You have decided to make the ultimate sacrifice of crawling out of your warm, cozy bed, padding into the cold, unforgiving kitchen, making a mess that you will have to clean up later . . . all this sacrifice just to serve your sweetie breakfast in bed.

Is it worth it? Every time.

Unless your sweetie sleeps so hard he wouldn't know if the house was falling down around him, it will be hard to make this a surprise. But go for it if you think you can pull it off. If nothing else, do some pre-planning.

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How To Survive Valentine's Day When You're Single

MissySJ276 — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 13:12:20 -0600

Valentine's Day. Is it a day filled with warmth and love for that special someone? Or is it, simply put, "Singles' Awareness Day"?

Yes, it's that time of year again. As you stroll down the aisles of your local store, you roll your eyes at all the heart-shaped candy boxes and giant stuffed animals that play "Wild Thing". What good is Valentine's Day if you're single, other than the fact that it reminds you that you do not have someone special to share this day with? It's bad enough that you have to help your best friend figure out what to get their boyfriend/girlfriend...but now you have stores shoving your single-ness in your face!

You may feel like throwing yourself a pity-party on Valentine's Day, but I say we singles need to take back the day! Here are some ways to help ease the pain of spending the holiday solo and turn it around into something, dare I say, fun?

How To Avoid Morning Breath

lepetitprince — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 12:22:29 -0600

Nothing will wither your morning glory faster than seeing your partner cringe upon that first kiss. Remember that just as testosterone levels are high in the morning, so are the bacteria levels in your mouth. And the sulfur compounds released by these bacteria are what make your breath smell. Here are a few tips to help you avoid morning breath and to increase the odds that your morning wood will fuel her fire:

Tongue cleaners. Admit it, you've seen these at your local health food store and scoffed. But remember that this is the same tongue you're hoping will receive a warm welcome, so you may want to reassess your initial disdain.

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How To Spot a Liar

JohnStejskal — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 18:06:52 -0500

The techniques bellow will show you how to tell if you are being lied to. These techniques are used by government agencies for interrogation. They can easily be utilized in relationships and in business situations. To make successful use of these indicators, it helps to know the suspect's ‘normal' body language and reactions to different situations.

How To Survive a Break-Up

Lorats1 — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 12:58:04 -0500

It’s just not working for me.
I want to date other people.
I’m not ready to settle down.
I need some space.
I don’t want a commitment.
We have different lifestyles.
We have different needs.
You’re too needy.
It’s not you. It’s me.
It’s you.
I'm moving away and want a fresh start.
I don’t think I love you.
I love you but not in that way.
I’m leaving you for her.
I’m going back to her.
I’m gay.

I could go on forever. But no matter what the reason, the outcome is the same. You two are no longer together. And that feels like someone let loose a rabid dog and pinned a rare steak on your poor, defenseless, little heart.

How To Practice Safe Online Dating

eashoor — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 16:19:52 -0500

Feeling tempted to post an online dating profile but too scared? Here are some tips to help you avoid encountering or attracting psychos and boost your chances of finding your soul mate.

How To Remove a Hickey

Becky109 — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 21:29:10 -0500

Chances are, you are frantically searching the Internet in hopes of discovering a way to remove that hickey from your neck. Lucky for you, you have come to the right place. Below are some methods for hickey removal:

Step One: Ice, ice, ice! The first thing you want to do is apply a cold compress to your love bite. A hickey is simply a bruise and like any other bruise, ice will help to reduce the swelling and control the color. Do not keep the ice or cold compress on your body for any longer than twenty (20) minutes at a time.

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How To Heal After Loss

Lintermans — Sun, 19 Aug 2007 13:52:13 -0500

It is a fact of life for everyone that, at one time of another, we will lose someone close to us. We cannot bypass this experience, nor can someone take the pain from us, but we can learn how to make this heart-breaking journey a little less confusing and lonely. Be it the loss of a relationship, spouse, partner, sibling, child, or parent, there must be a healthy healing that allows life not just to continue, but to be filled with jubilation and resilience.

How To Handle Meeting Her Family

Michael 129 — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 16:28:36 -0500

One fact which can become abundantly clear after a few weeks or months of dating is that everyone has a family somewhere. Sooner or later, you are going to have to meet hers, and that meeting may feel complete with magnifying glasses, polygraph testing, background checks and extensive interrogations. It could also mean a few beers, a grilled steak and a slap on the back. You never can tell, so it's best to be prepared for all eventualities. Meeting her family is often a positive sign for your relationship, since she is keenly aware of her family's standards where men are concerned and you clearly made the cut. The first family meeting is a good way to introduce yourself to the other people in her life, so remember that it is her day as much as it is yours. Here are some other tips for handling that first family meeting.

How To Accept a Dear John Letter

Michael 129 — Tue, 19 Jun 2007 16:05:58 -0500

The Dear John letter has been around since at least World War II, when a number of soldiers would receive a rather formal letter from their wives or girlfriends informing them of a change of heart. Army chaplains and their assistants would spend much of their time counseling the distraught recipients of such a letter from home. The idea of breaking off a relationship through a letter may be considered to be especially cruel by some, while others see it as a less confrontational way to deliver painful news. A Dear John letter is generally written in a very formal, often detached manner, as if the sender were already putting some emotional distance between herself and the recipient. Sometimes a Dear John letter literally ended after the salutation, in an effort to avoid listing a painful series of specifics. However it is presented, a Dear John letter or email can still hurt before it can heal.

How To Pick a Date Movie She'll Love

Michael 129 — Thu, 14 Jun 2007 16:45:12 -0500

Let's face it -- many of the movies produced today appeal more to the babysitter than the couple who hired him or her. Finding an ideal date movie can be a challenge, but it's not impossible if you do a little research and pay attention to reviews and word-of-mouth recommendations. A good date movie can help spark conversations during a post-show dinner, or create a pleasant mood for the rest of the evening. Picking the movie for a date can be a mutual decision, but you may want to be the one responsible for selecting the night's entertainment. It's a good way to show your date your openness towards watching romantic comedies or other movies in the so-called "chick flick" genre. Here are some tips for finding the best movie for a romantic date.

How To Handle Rejection

Michael 129 — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 17:42:52 -0500

Being turned down for a date can be a very painful or humiliating experience, but it doesn't have to be a crushing blow for your self-esteem. Virtually every man has been rejected by a woman at least once in his dating life, and that includes so-called players and pick-up artists. The bottom line is, a woman reserves the right to turn down any romantic advances, for perfectly logical reasons, illogical reasons or no reason at all. Rejection is an unfortunate reality in the dating scene, but in a way it also works to your advantage. Before a woman accepts a date with you, she may have rejected any number of other candidates. Rejection may be a painful experience at first, but it can also serve as constructive criticism to help you improve your approach the next time. Here's how to handle rejection in a more positive way and use it as an opportunity for self-improvement.

How To Recognize Potential Dating Dealbreakers

Michael 129 — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 15:57:34 -0500

As comedian Jerry Seinfeld once observed, a first date is often like a job interview with the possibility of nudity at the end. Even if you and your date don't take it that far, the first date can feel like a friendly interrogation more than an organic conversation. But as awkward as the first date/interview/debriefing can be, you can indeed learn something about your date which lets you know this may indeed be the first and last romantic evening. There are a few dating dealbreakers which may be early warning signs of an impending train wreck complete with dinner and a movie.

How To Date a Friend's Ex-Girlfriend

Michael 129 — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 15:19:52 -0500

Dating a friend's ex-girlfriend can be one of the trickiest scenarios a single man could possibly face. The arrangement is often fraught with peril, since one wrong move or misinterpretation can cost you both a good friend and possibly the love of your life. If you feel you must pursue the relationship despite the personal history between your girlfriend and your buddy, remember to tread lightly until your relationship is fully established. Your friend may or may not come to terms with the new arrangement, but ultimately that's his problem, not yours or your girlfriend's. If their relationship is truly over, she should be free to date whomever she pleases. As a friend, however, you do have an obligation not to rub salt in your buddy's wounds, so you may have to play down public displays of affection or discussions of the future around him out of mutual respect.

How To Handle a Significant Age Difference While Dating

Michael 129 — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 16:52:52 -0500

The age gap between a man and a woman has always proven to be somewhat problematic in the dating world. If a man dates a significantly younger woman, he may be accused of robbing the cradle or taking advantage of a young girl's inexperience. If the woman is older, he could be seen as a "kept man" or someone seeking out a mother figure. Dating someone noticeably younger or older than yourself can be very challenging, but it can also lead to a strong relationship based on more than just similar interests or life experiences. An older woman could provide a sense of maturity and emotional stability, while a younger woman could provide a sense of wonder or a renewed zeal for new experiences. Here are some tips for handling a significant age gap while dating.

How To Know If You Are Coming On Too Strong

Vanessa264 — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 18:44:36 -0500

The beginning of any relationship is a dance. You must toe the line between showing your interest and coming on too strong. Here are a few tips to help you know if you are coming on too strong:

How To French Kiss

Malcolm161 — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 18:01:00 -0600

How many of us can remember trying to teach ourselves to kiss? We would use a mirror, a basketball, even our forearms as we attempted to master the art of bestowing the perfect kiss. Of course, none of us would ever admit to all these secret attempts, and if anyone every spied us involved in such behavior, we very quickly came up with some excuse.

For those who find themselves in this same boat today, you can put step away from the mirror and put away the basketball. Help has arrived.

When it comes to learning how to French kiss, there are a few basics to keep in mind. Here are some tips that will help you get into the swing of puckering up and participating in an enjoyable French kiss.

How To Break the Ice On a First Date

Staff468 — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 19:08:00 -0600

Five minutes into a first date, and you're already afraid she'll start looking at her watch or text-messaging friends about how awful you are. Quick - compliment her on her appearance. Whew.

Okay, that exchange lasted all of ten seconds. How on earth will you ever make warm, entertaining conversation and turn this first date into something memorable for both of you?

Relax. While good conversation and relaxation tend to grow out of each other on a first date, you first have to be relaxed enough to inhale and then use that breath to form words when you open your mouth to speak. Remember, if this date fails miserably, it's not the end of the world (one would hope). Take a deep breath! The two of you haven't been dating for years. If you want to look at cold probability, it's unlikely that you're soul mates. There should be no real expectations. Just relax and create a positive, fun atmosphere for your date.

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How To Plan a Valentine's Day Date

Vanessa264 — Mon, 15 Jan 2007 14:28:00 -0600

Valentine's Day can be a great way to ascertain your standing with a woman simply by seeing how she responds to your request for a date. Below are some tips to help you plan a Valentine's Day date that entices:

Make your reservations early. Make your reservations before you ask for a date. Yes, you may have to cancel the reservations if, for example, you've chosen a steakhouse and your date is a vegetarian, but making reservations early shows your good planning, which is always a positive quality in a potential paramour.
Ask your date early. No woman wants to be asked out for a Valentine's Day date on February 13. Or February 12th, 11th or 10th, for that matter. Your best bet is to ask her at least a couple of weeks out, but you can ask her up to a week ahead of time.

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How To Plan a Romantic New Year's Eve

Staff468 — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 16:59:00 -0600

The Romance staff writer has the week off, so the honor of writing this article falls upon me. I don't know what they're thinking... Cockroach dung is my beat (has been for quite some time), but it's true that I've tackled topics ranging from bloated mouse carcasses to public toilets, and even hairy backs. Hundreds of years ago, I was responsible for Casanova's death. Long before that, I was the one who convinced Hades to abduct Persephone and imprison her in the underworld. But since then, this six-thousand-year-old writer has learned a few lessons about romance the hard way. Here are some tips for planning a romantic New Year's Eve.

How To Create a Personals Ad

Michael 129 — Thu, 20 Jul 2006 13:17:00 -0500

In a world where dating co-workers is often discouraged and traditional singles bars seem to cater to a much younger crowd, many single people turn to the world of personal dating services. Subscribers and non-subscribers alike are free to browse listings in newspapers or special tabloids, hoping to find a perfect romantic match for their interests. But writing these personals ads can be very personal indeed, and it's not always easy to define your romantic goals and personal interests in such a limited amount of space.

Fortunately, a standard personals ad is more of a calling card than a resume, so subscribers are not always held to the same degree of brutal honesty as job applicants, although the two processes may feel a bit similar. It's okay to use a little poetic license when constructing a personals ad, as long as you maintain a core sense of honesty. Here's how to write a personals ad for most dating services:

How To Date Foreign Women

Malcolm161 — Fri, 02 Jun 2006 08:19:00 -0500

Men who successfully date women of similar background and culture to their own sometimes get a little anxious when they find themselves attracted to a woman who hails from very different circumstances. Dating a foreign woman need not be seen as an obstacle to be conquered, but rather as the chance to see things in a whole new perspective. Here are seven tips to having a successful date with a woman of a different culture and heritage:

How To Attract Women

Michael 129 — Sat, 20 May 2006 11:03:00 -0500

Over the years there have been hundreds of books written on the art (or accident) of attracting women, but most of them have managed to miss the point entirely. There is no magic phrase, hypnosis or fragrance that will attract any woman you meet. Different women look for different qualities in men they would consider dating, so it's best to put away all of those James Bondian fantasies of instant seduction. If you want to be more attractive to women, you're going to have to do the legwork yourself.

How To Propose Marriage

Fred238 — Wed, 26 Apr 2006 09:52:00 -0500

"Will you marry me?" Those four little words may well be the most important question you'll ever ask. The rest of your life flows from the answer to that question. It joins two families, begins a new one, and determines everything-what you'll eat for dinner; where you'll spend your holidays; what your children will be like.

In other words, this question and the way it is asked is a BIG DEAL-too big to treat casually. You don't want to just pull out the ring box while you're watching TV and say, "Oh, yeah, I thought you might like to, uh, y'know...would you?" Make it a moment you'll both remember forever!

How To Find the Best Dating Tips for Men

Ashtyn198 — Sat, 22 Apr 2006 02:02:00 -0500

If you are like many men, you may get an overwhelming feeling of helplessness when it comes to the dating scene. It can be rough being single. Having the pressure of family and society in general to find that perfect mate does not help. It can be hard, but in the end, if you find exactly what you are looking for, then it is worth it. Of course, what other choice do you have? If you are a lover of women, you are going to have to go through the dating process to end up with a woman at your side.

As painful as the dating process may be for you, it is important to keep your goal in mind. Dating does not have to be a chore. There are several great ideas that can help you have a great time on dates. You will be able to enjoy dating once you know what to do and how to act. It is all about using the right dating tips. The good news is that they are easier to find than you think.

How To Get Over a Break Up

Ashtyn198 — Tue, 18 Apr 2006 15:49:00 -0500

It does not matter if you have been dumped, or if you end a relationship on mutual terms, saying goodbye to someone you once loved can be a very difficult thing to do. Relationships can be a strain emotionally, but ending one can seem even worse.

Your routine and every day life will change when your relationship ends and the littlest things will seem much bigger if you let them get to you. The goal after a breakup is to learn to live again.

While, no one can truly guarantee a method that will help you to do this, these tips will certainly help you find something that will eventually help to ease your pain.

Never be Ashamed of your Feelings. In the beginning of a break-up, you might want to show people that you are fine. This might cause you to go out and act as though you are moving on full swing. You might even start dating immediately.

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How To Be an Understanding Boyfriend

Ashtyn198 — Tue, 18 Apr 2006 14:24:00 -0500

All women want to be lucky enough to say that they have the most wonderful boyfriend in the world. Women like knowing that they have a man they can depend on who will listen to their needs, wants, and desires. Most of all they like knowing that their boyfriend's behavior makes their girlfriends jealous because it is clear that she has the best boyfriend in the bunch.

Naturally, as a man you want to know what is going to make you that wonderful and understanding boyfriend. If this is the case, you will find all you need to know and maybe a little bit more in the following article.

Always Listen to Everything your Girlfriend Says. Women love feeling special. You do not need to buy a woman many things to make her feel special. Actually, the easiest way to make a woman feel special is to listen to her when she talks to you.

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How To Ask a Girl Out

Ashtyn198 — Tue, 18 Apr 2006 12:47:00 -0500

One of the toughest things a man can do is attempt to get a date. Many men struggle with this from the moment they enter puberty up until they are married.

If you are a man that has been in the dating arena unsuccessfully for a while, then you may be thinking women are not interested in you because of your social status, insecurities, or looks. The truth is that it does not always matter what you have. It matters who you are and how you portray yourself.

Any man can pick up nearly any girl he wants. All you need to do is believe in yourself and use the right techniques. It's really an art, but deep down you're actually an artist, whether you realize it or not. To unlock your full potential with an extensive guide, I recommend The Art of Approaching Women.

Now let's get started with these simple steps!

How To Deal with an Ex-Boyfriend or Ex-Husband

Michael 129 — Tue, 18 Apr 2006 07:41:00 -0500

Dating and marriage would be much easier sometimes if only all of our previous partners simply disappeared, never to be seen again. But in reality, we've all accumulated our own collections of ex-romantic partners or ex-spouses. How much of an impact they may have on our current lives depends on a number of unknowns. Are there children involved? Are there professional or financial reasons why an ex-partner would still be in the picture? Is the former relationship really and truly over for both partners? These are important questions to deal with if you're the new man in her life and you've already encountered at least one of the old ones.

How To Seek Spousal Forgiveness Following an Affair

Michael 129 — Mon, 17 Apr 2006 20:11:00 -0500

On a scale of possible offenses to a marriage, infidelity rates a definite ten. Issues of trust, betrayal, abandonment and inadequacy can all come together in one painful discovery or admission, and you as the offender may find yourself on the outside beholding the shattered remains of your marriage. The steps you take in the next few days, weeks or months can determine if your marriage is salvageable and your wife willing to forgive you. Remember you are now living on borrowed time, so you'll have to make each gesture and pledge mean as much as it possibly can. This is not the time to add emotional manipulation to your list of challenges. Here's some advice on seeking forgiveness after admitting an extramarital affair.

How To Remain Friends Following a Break Up

Michael 129 — Sat, 15 Apr 2006 12:41:00 -0500

It seems like a natural progression. Two people with a mutual interest meet and a friendship begins. As time goes on, that friendship becomes more intimate and a romance blossoms. Being both friends and romantic partners can be very satisfying, but at some point the pressure of maintaining the relationship becomes too great and a breakup occurs. Quite often, the pain is doubled by the realization that a great friendship may have been lost along with the romance. But it doesn't have to remain this way forever. Here are some tips for recovering the friendship after a romantic breakup.