 | You and your loved one may need some guidance when it comes to navigating the tricky waters that govern a relationship's course. If you and your partner can admit there is a need for conflict resolution, couples counseling could help the two of you patch things up. By Lisa Bower |
In the pre-first fight stages of a romance, pay close attention not just to a love interest's antics under the sheets, but also to how your new sweetie handles getting hot under the collar. To guide your way, we'll tour some fair-fighting basics and offer insight on what a "fighting spirit" means to a potential long-term relationship. By Phineas Mollod and Jason Tesauro |
If you are pursuing a romance with someone who turns out to have anger-management issues, learn how to handle this dicey situation. By Dave Singleton |
Goal setting activities can be part of any healthy relationship. When making goals, you want to make sure that you and your loved one are on the same page. By Lisa Bower |
If couples therapy isn't working, then it might be time to not only end the counseling but possibly your relationship. It's good to try and work things out, but you don't want to force things. By Lisa Bower |
Premarital counseling can help prepare a couple before they take the plunge. This type of counseling is focused around helping couples to prepare themselves for what married life is like and what the reality of the situation is like. By Lisa Bower |
If you're having trouble, relationship counselingmay be the perfect venue for you and your significant other to work on improving your relationship. However, what do you do if your partner refuses couples counseling? By Dachary Carey |
All relationships hit bumps in the road, and some resolve themselves. However, if a bump in the road is a little bit more than you and your partner can handle, you may be inclined to suggest couple's counseling to your partner. |
After an argument, apologizing can be tough. Many people have a hard time swallowing their pride or are confused about how to begin, which leads to more relationship problems. Apologizing takes time and thought: You have to be sure you mean it before you express remorse. By Lisa Bower |
 | Knowing how to kiss and make up after a fight is important in strengthening your relationship.Bickering, arguing and full-blown verbal battles are simply a part of life for any relationship. By Nichole Smith |
