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Feb 23, 2012 · To us, it is not loving or respectful to try and make three when one partner only wants two. What do you want people to know about people like you, and relationships like yours? That...
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- Do You Feel a Drunken Street Orgy Coming On
A woman commenting on yesterday's post (1 Man, 2 Women in a...
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When, in 2007, John began using the platform of his blog to...
- The Bible & LGBT
Without an explicit directive from God to exclude and...
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Trying God's patience since 1958
- John Shore, Author at John Shore
Trying God's patience since 1958
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Jan 25, 2017 · Only make comparisons to others for the purpose of calling attention to your partner’s strengths and talents. There are intimate details that only you are privileged to know; never...
- Linda And Charlie Bloom
May 19, 2024 · A respectful partner upholds your dignity in social settings, treating you with the same kindness and consideration as they do in private. They support you, speak positively about you, and include you in conversations, showing that your presence is valued.
- If You Don’T Talk About It, It Won’T Change
- The Uncomfortable Conversation
- Your Happiness Is Worth It
I am a strong believe in the following truth: You—and only you—are responsible for your happiness and satisfaction in a relationship. It’s not your husband or wife’s job to make you happy, it’s not your friend’s job to know how you want to celebrate your birthday, and it’s not your manager’s job to make sure you love your job. And that’s actually a...
How do you bring something like this up without looking like you’re trying to “fix” the other person, or cause offense?
Relationships are meant to bring us joy. They’re not always going to be filled with sunshine and rainbows, but the net result of being with someone ought to be positive and energizing. If that’s not currently the case, take action. Look inward, figure out what you want (as well as what unhealthy/unhelpful tendencies youmay need to change), and surr...
- Your Partner Balances Alone Time With Couple Time. Even though everyone's needs for alone time are different, there should be a sense of balance between time together and apart.
- They Talk Openly About Their Need For Space. There shouldn't be mystery around your partner's alone time. "It can become a threat to a relationship or a reflection of deeper issues when alone time is not communicated, when it is used aggressively, or as a form of expression, or when it is taken in spite of the other — to get away, ghost, or exclude," Townsend says.
- They’re An Introvert. It’s important to understand core differences between you and your partner, especially regarding how you interact with others. “People who are introverted are going to need much more alone time to fuel their tanks,” says Dr. Nan Wise, a cognitive neuroscientist, licensed sex therapist, and author of Why Good Sex Matters.
- You're Still A Priority. As long as your partner's alone time doesn't make you feel neglected, you probably don't need to overthink it. "Is your partner looking to go for a run or meet up with friends for a beer during a weekend they primarily spend with you?"
Mar 1, 2024 · Boundaries are personal limits that individuals set for themselves to protect their own well-being, values, and sense of self within a relationship. They define what a person is comfortable with and what they will not tolerate.
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It’s possible that you or your partner are feeling insecure or like you aren’t being treated respectfully, and are expressing those feelings through arguments over other things. Learn to talk about the real issue so you can avoid constant fighting that obscures the heart of the problem.
