Those who take relationships for granted and do not take the time to do the maintenance will find a once beautiful relationship will wilt and die. You are in a comfortable relationship were you have mutual respect for each other. It may not have the zest and excitement of a new relationship but you have learned to live in contentment with another. This really is a fine achievement worthy of praise. It has the reward of a long lasting loving relationship that can only be coveted by many.

Is your relationship in trouble? Even if you have found the love of your life, it takes a lot of effort to keep a relationship loving. A healthy relationship begins with both partners being emotionally healthy. Learn more about the process and take a quiz to learn about your own identity.

Some in-laws like to give out a lot of unasked for advice. They may tell you how to cook, what to wear, how to discipline the kids, How to budget your finances, etc. They may treat you as if you are still a child and don’t know any better. In-laws are older than us, but that does not necessarily mean they are wiser. Be respectful at all times, and take what you want and throw the rest out.

Is your spouse too controlling? Are you too passive? Or are the roles reversed? Control issues refer to who’s in control, who’s in charge, or who’s getting their way. Significant control issues are always harmful to a relationship. Here are ten reasons you need to be concerned if you have unresolved control problems in your marriage.

Relationship is an art. It is a form of meditation. Why does one fall in love with another? Why are some connected with others? There could be dozens of reasons: conscious and unconscious. But regardless of intent, respect for each other begins when you understand what part of your partner cannot be changed - what is their natural way of life and how this differs from yours. This is such a vital ingredient to your life.

Give me a few hours by myself, let me alone, shut out all interruptions, and I can bring myself down to my work. I take my pen in hand. I write a few thoughts. I see the future. And realise my responsibility. The more I think of the duty placed on me, the graver since my responsibility. Every idea has weight. I can see the effect of days ahead.

Many women get angry because their men don’t give them what they need. How about understanding that it is not possible to receive from those who can't give?

For those who have been divorced or separated, it can be quite a difficult transition, especially if there are kids involved. However getting back into the dating scene doesn't have to be impossible or difficult. Of course do not jump onto the scene right after a separation, and do take your time until you feel you are ready again.

As a head of the household, you do not have to be a chauvinist.

Seduction, contrary to popular opinion, is not an inborn gift or a talent that some guys are naturally born with. Seduction still comes with practice even for those blessed with great looks and loads of money.

Ever get the feeling that your partner is no longer in love with you? Is it necessary to be in love or is just loving your partner enough for a lasting relationship?

A common theme in my articles, on my website, and in my coaching practice is on needs. For our purposes we define a need as a condition requiring relief. There are quite obviously many needs that you meet on a daily basis. Hunger may be one of the first things to come to mind when we think of needs, however, this is more of a physical need and we want to focus on our emotional needs!

A parent should never outlive their child. It should somehow be made into a law.

It's your girlfriend's birthday or your first Christmas together, and you want to get her the best gift she's ever had. Gifts mean a lot to women. The right gift tells her you're thoughtful, observant, and you really understand her. The wrong one, however, can tell her just the opposite. Don't get stuck in her Bad Boyfriends Book of Records.

There are often bumps in the road to marital bliss, even in the best relationships. Should you stay or should you go?

Recognize your own personal tipping points in a personal relationship and how to evaluate both positive and challenging relationships.

It is a human need and want to love and be loved back. We are imperfect and incomplete beings. We are searching for something that will make ourselves whole, something we may find in the opposite gender. This makes opposites attract. Men need women on their side?a mother and then someone for a girlfriend or a wife. And so do women. They need a masculine figure?a father, and a boyfriend or a husband to be with.

How do you know if this is the right relationship for you? How do you know if the chemistry between you and your partner is lust or love? I have written many serious articles lately and I wanted to share a light hearted but true thought I have.

The prism of love has many colours; empathy, patience, perseverance, compromise that can fight any social, physical and psychological challenges in a relationship. Love is the main spice of life that can take your sexual pleasure to a height where there is no need of Viagra or other temporary measures of fighting ED. You communicate openly and honestly to your partner and let him know that you love him. This understanding will be enough for him to fight all the physical hindrances and he will take you to a never-ending love ride.

But one thing is for certain, finding that person rather than settling for someone less than what we are wanting is never good. Okay, that is my opinion, but think about it for a minute. If we have high standards and certain specifications to meet our needs, in the long run aren’t we robbing ourselves of happiness if we choose badly or settle for less than what we want?

Loneliness can be our friend and it can be curse also. It depends how we take it.

You really want to do something that she will never forget.

This is a guaranteed formula that will help you improve all of your relationships!

Obsessing with body parts may have a ripple effect on the entire relationship.