Some people have what is known as an “anxious attachment orientation”, which means that they hold on extra tight to the person they are attached to. They are likely to want to constantly be in contact with their love-interest, want to know exactly where they are all the time, and react poorly when their date […]
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In theory, dating is this exhilarating experience. We get to meet a lovely person and spend a really nice evening getting to know them. what’s not to like? This, sadly, is not how it feels for many people. Perhaps they find opening up to a new person difficult, maybe they are not a strong conversationalist,
Many people don’t – and won’t – enjoy dating. Read More »
It is not uncommon for people to give unsolicited advice, and it is not unusual for people to give opinions about matters they have little expertise – but it does seem that when it comes to dating this reaches a whole new level. Whatever people’s motivation for expressing a view, they are often not helping
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There are few hard and fast right and wrongs when it comes to romantic preferences. You not be able to offer logical reasons for many of your preferences, but that too is fine. You are drawn to some types of people and not to others – that’s how it is. Having said this, we are
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A good number of people could struggle with the very first dates. They tend to be those who are less adept at social interaction and find the early process of getting to know someone rather difficult. Where the problem is most challenging is for people who are not the most articulate or strong communicators. During
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What does it mean to be married, besides not being single? Successful dating leads to marriage, and marriage can’t be done just any other way. It needs to be done right. There are some fundamental principles that are at the heart of what it means to be married. Here are some of the most important
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The five most important traits affecting relationships are: Emotional stability/Low neuroticism – Agitation, anger, irritation, hostility, touchiness, defensiveness Agreeableness – Degree of niceness and friendliness Conscientiousness – Making an effort for the relationship, having determination and not being fickle Openness – Willingness to share, to listen, to be generous Extroversion – How outgoing and loud a person is, how fun-loving
The Five Fundamentals – The factors most important to look for in a spouse. Read More »
Dating can take two strangers who just recently had never even heard of each other, to become inseparable. Two people who have never met now want to spend the rest of their lives together. This does not happen in one leap. The dating pair go through several stages in the process, even if the time
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Make sure that what you have is (the beginnings of) real love, not infatuation. Marriage is true long-term deal, so it is vital that your decision is based on the factors that will greatly add to your chances of a long and happy union. Your guiding principles in how you make this decision matter greatly.
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If someone is asking this question, they are quite obviously facing a massive dilemma. We are addressing someone who assumes and plans to get married but who is questioning themselves. One possible element of the issue is trying to work out what their sexual preference or orientation really is. Some people are genuinely frightened of
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