Have you ever taken notice of what others say about your relationship? Have you paid attention to the body language others express when they are with you and your sweetie? Though you should not bend to please everyone in your lives, it is good to take notice of how the world, your family, and your friends perceive you and your sweetie. If a few people think your relationship is unhealthy, but everyone else thinks you are a great couple, then you can chalk your critics up to being jealous or ill-informed. However, if several prominent people in your life have concerns, you should sit up and … [Read more...]

You've been together for a while now. People are used to seeing you with your boyfriend/girlfriend. They are starting to ask questions. “When are you guys getting married?” “How much longer are you going to play the dating game?” “Are you both not tired of waiting for – well – you know!” There comes a point when you have to choose, unless you are both comfortable dating indefinitely (which is not a good idea). Some couples have no doubt that they have found the love of their lives; whereas, other couples wrestle with the question, “Is he/she the one for me?” Some relationship coaches may … [Read more...]

Hopefully, you will never have to choose between your friends and your sweetie. If you find that your friends and your significant other are not getting along, it can be a frustrating experience. After you get married, if you have a friend who cannot stand your spouse, berates your spouse, or tries to drive a wedge between you and your spouse, you clearly need to put some distance between yourself and this person. However, before you are married, it can be harder to choose. Should I be loyal to my friend who has been there for me through thick and thin, or should I be loyal to this man … [Read more...]

Thanksgiving is on its way! Will you and your sweetie be traveling together? Will you be apart, but spending hours on FaceTime over the holiday season?  However you will be connecting this Thanksgiving, make good use of the time! Below are a handful of connection building questions you can ask each other during all those hours together (these may be particularly good to have for a road trip to learn more about each other while filling the time!). One of the highlights of my friendship with Eric was the summer we started dating. He was working full time at our university, and I was home for … [Read more...]

Not everyone is meant for everyone else; I suppose that is an obvious statement. But, we all hope to find someone attractive who will share our passions and make us laugh; but, before getting too attached to the man or woman of our dreams, we should make sure he or she possesses the fundamental character traits below. Even if you find someone who sings like an angel, cooks like Julia Child, and has the makings of a world class millionaire athlete, none of these attributes matter if he or she is void of character. Before making a lifetime love connection, ponder the statements below. Can … [Read more...]