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One of the most common challenges in divorce can be the loss of one's social network. Some friends and family are supportive, others have the best intentions (yet are unhelpful), and many seem to simply vanish from one's life. The loss of friends and family during this transition can add to the stress already being experienced. Many find the necessity to reach out and make new friends yet find the task daunting. Here are some helpful tips on how develop new friendships during separation, divorce and beyond:
I was watching a movie the other evening, One True Thing, with Meryl Streep and Renee Zellwegger. Meryl's character was dying toward the end of the movie, and she looked at her daughter, played by Zellwegger, and told her to choose happiness in her life. She explained that it was much easier to choose happiness in life than to choose to be unhappy. For some reason this one statement really impacted me. It was so simple yet so profound.
Love isn’t an ultimatum and it can never be a trade, there is only genuine fulfillment in unconditional love which means no giving your kids a treat for doing the dishes or having sex with your husband because he took out the trash (humans aren’t dogs). Genuine, unconditional love is given no matter what the actions or words of the other person are.
When was the last time you went to see a movie alone? When was the last time you went to a cafe, brought a book or magazine, bought a tea or coffee, and sat outside under the umbrella and read quietly? When was the last time you brought your gorgeous self over to a bistro for lunch, treated yourself to a glass of wine, and ate a delicious meal alone?
I was born with a sweet tooth no dentist could ever cure. When planning dinner parties, I always thought about dessert first. Even my fantasies were all about pastry. Oh sure, eating the darned stuff was satisfying, but what I really craved couldn’t be found in a bite of a brownie or a mouthful of mousse. Alas, nice fashion sales executives didn’t think like that. During my workday, I oohed and ahhed over Prada, Gucci, Dolce and Gabbana, just like the rest of my colleagues. I did this for 20 years. But my heart belonged to Valrhona, Lindt and Scharffen Berger. I wasn’t getting a thrill from selling dresses anymore to stores like Neiman Marcus I wanted to sell CAKE to stores like Neiman Marcus!
Whether you are suffering from a lower-than-usual libido or just want to amp up your sex drive for a special weekend getaway, you can safely use a number of natural remedies to increase your sex drive, according to the Mayo Clinic and MSN Health. Whether you are willing to use foods, exercises or add natural sexual changes to your sensual lifestyle, you can often safely enjoy an improved libido at almost any age. Be sure to stay away from over-the-counter remedies called "potions"; these treatments can do more harm than good.
“Rehab” has become the new buzz word around Hollywood these past few years. It seems like almost every star has gone to rehab for some kind of addiction. Of course, addiction is a very serious thing and I don’t want to minimize the importance of rehab, I just think that “going to rehab” seems like the go-to solution for a troubled celebrity’s career -- whether they have a legitimate addiction or not. Lindsay Lohan was recently released from her court-ordered stint in rehab. This made me think back to all the celebrities we’ve heard of going to rehab over the years. Did the rehab help their addictions? How has their stint in rehab affected their personal lives and their careers?
As co-parenting becomes the norm for a lot of divorced couples, establishing a civil relationship with the ex-spouse becomes more and more important. It can be very difficult, especially at first, to be civil to your ex in regular interactions like picking up and dropping off children, but it is even more difficult when you are forced to spend extended amounts of time in each other’s company. At joint celebrations like birthdays, t-ball games and weddings, the time spent in each others company, or even just in each others vicinity, can be excruciating. Some tips to surviving the day are:
Remember the days you thought 7am was oh-so early? When you used to spend all day Sunday on the couch watching VH1? I used to think I knew what being tired felt like-something I could cure by sleeping in until noon the next day or adding an extra shot to my Americano. But then I started having children. And I've been tired in some capacity ever since!
Although it may seem that the most popular video games out there are violent or focus on subjects that are not appropriate for children, in recent years, family-friendly games have become popular for systems, such as the PlayStation 2. According to "The Independent" newspaper, a majority of the best-selling games of 2009 were family-friendly. Family games are available for all game systems, even the PlayStation 2.
Sometimes, men and women alike can benefit from herbal remedies that naturally increase sexual desire and ability, according to both Talk Sex with Sue Johanson and Discovery Health. But herbs are never a substitute for good overall health habits, including eating properly and avoiding use of tobacco. Also, some herbs may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medications, and thus shouldn't be ingested without careful consideration.
At some point in their lives, most people fall in love. But what is it that distinguishes the average person's love and romance from those considered the greatest love affairs in history? While each person's lists of the great love affairs may vary, each has several aspects in common, such as the couple's willingness to suffer for their love and attraction against all odds.
Married couples often struggle with finding the time, energy and desire to have sex. From taking care of the kids to busy work schedules, couples often put sex on the back burner. A marriage with no sex is destined to experience tension, especially if one partner is in the mood, while the other constantly rejects his sexual desires. Sex therapy, provided by a trained counselor, can help couples find ways to reignite their passion and enjoy a healthy sex life.
You can only answer questions about the location of your destination and break up fights between siblings so many times. If you plan to take a road trip, or just need an easy distraction for rough riders, put together a package of coloring projects for your kids. When they are busy and happy coloring, they won't be asking for an update on the length of the trip.
If you were born between Jan. 21 and Feb. 19, you fall under the sign of Aquarius. According to astrology, Aquarians tend to be incredibly intelligent people who look out for their fellow humans. As an Aquarian, you may notice that you often feel emotionally distant from people, which can get in the way when you go looking for love. Fortunately, Aquarians can be lucky in love, as long as they look for partners who fulfill certain qualities.
A handmade gift is a great way to express your love. Tell your special someone just how deeply you care about him by pouring time and energy into a handmade craft or art project. This time, pass up the convenience or department store, and stop in the local craft store for all the supplies you'll need to create a special, memorable gift.
Good communication is critical to happiness and healthiness of the family unit. With hectic schedules and technological distractions, smooth communication may seem as far off as a 1950s sitcom. Although communication may seem impossible, some activities will help you and your children learn how to talk with one another. Employ the ones that work best for you and get everyone chatting.
Turning 40 is a special milestone that should be celebrated by an all-out birthday bash--unless the birthday guest of honor would rather have a quiet, intimate gathering. Whichever he chooses, make sure the party is fun for everyone by planning some special activities. In most cases, it's a good idea to forgo the tacky, "over-the-hill" theme. Instead, create a party that truly celebrates the life of the guest of honor in a classy manner.
If you love someone who is not into you as much as you are into him, it can be a downer. It would be wise to just let it go, but that is easier said than done. When love becomes one-sided, there's only so much you can do. However, there may still be hope if you are desperately in love. Try some of the love potions formulated in Ancient Greece. As long as it does not hurt anyone, it may be worth a shot.
If you can't remember the last time you had sex with your husband, it's time to take stock of your marriage and determine what's going wrong. Counseling can help you become closer to your partner and to reignite the spark that you once had. Determine whether counseling is the right step for you.
Tragedies, financial problems, infidelity and many other reasons can trigger bigger problems that may escalate and weaken a family's foundation, no matter how strong it is. The outcome can have a ripple effect on every member of the family. Before it's too late, going through therapy sessions can help in the healing process. To break the ice, therapists often insert games for families to play during their sessions. Often, these games help families improve their relationships with one another.
Women and men alike may worry about just how long sexual intercourse lasts, according to both the Men's Health and the Ask Men websites. Most men, however, can only actually engage in intercourse for about five to 10 minutes. Trying exercises that strengthen the overall body and mind as well as the pubic regions can prove beneficial to enhancing sexual ability among men and women, according to MayoClinic.com.
Your next family vacation doesn't have to be a bore, where you and your children sit and stare at each other for lack of anything better to do. The best family vacation resorts offer plenty of activities, from swimming to nighttime shows to classic vacation activities, such as tennis, golf or archery. Most resorts also have plenty of child-friendly dining options, as well as more exciting fare for parents.
As your children reach grade school, sooner or later they are going to come home with an assignment to write about their family tree. Instead of cringing and looking for the nearest closet to hide in, use this homework assignment as an opportunity to introduce them to the generations that are their heritage. By tracing your family history and learning the stories of your ancestry, you can make this an enjoyable project for both your children and yourself, and--in the process--keep alive the memory of those who came before you.
Most children look forward to the holidays with tremendous anticipation. Parties, gifts, and time spent with family and friends are all fun for the kids, as well as for the adults. Make the holidays even more special by planning some fun holiday games with your children. Play them at a party or during a family game night. Or, if you are a teacher, adapt them for use in your classroom.
