9 Types Of Hugs And What They Mean
Barrie Davenport
November 7, 2019
Sometimes, at the end of a long day, a long, warm hug sounds like all you need. Other times, you just want people
Relationships
Your relationships with your spouse, partner, children, family, friends, and colleagues are so critical to your happiness and success in life. Learn healthy communication and conflict resolution strategies and how to best nurture your relationships to help them thrive. You’ll also find articles to help you understand emotional abuse and unhealthy relationship dynamics.
Relationship Articles
21 Of The Most Heartbreaking Signs Of An Emotional Affair
Barrie Davenport
November 9, 2018
The emotional affair starts off innocently enough. You chat up a co-worker or a neighbor or an old classmate on Facebook. A little
13 Signs You Might Be A Hopeless Romantic
Barrie Davenport
August 12, 2019
Romanticism gets the eye-roll from a lot of people, but it’s also the air you breathe. To most of the world, you wear
51 Powerful Getting To Know You Questions
Barrie Davenport
August 12, 2018
In your daily life, you encounter a variety of situations in which you need or want to know someone better. You meet clients
9 Signs Of A One-Sided Friendship
Barrie Davenport
January 20, 2020
Are you starting to feel as if your friendship is taking more than it is giving you? You willingly go the extra mile
5 Random Acts of Kindness
Barrie Davenport
August 26, 2011
Would you like to do something nice for someone you love this weekend? I’d like to do something nice for you — if
How To Fix A Relationship With A “Couple Bubble”
Barrie Davenport
November 9, 2014
Have you ever considered going to a relationship therapist to help you and your partner fix your relationship or work through conflict? Frustration,
INFJ Relationships: 8 Reasons They Are Extraordinary And Powerful
Barrie Davenport
September 21, 2015
Are you an INFJ personality type? If so, you are one of the rarest personality types of all. INFJs make up about one
87 Of The Best Hobbies For Couples Who Want To Have Fun
Barrie Davenport
March 22, 2020
Are you and your partner in a routine that’s starting to feel a bit predictable? Is the excitement of those early days together
100 Ways To Show Your Love To Her
Barrie Davenport
March 10, 2011
“Compliment what she does. Send her roses just because. If it’s violins she loves, let them play. Dedicate her favorite song, and hold
Controlling Men: Empowering Advice For Women Involved With Bullies
Barrie Davenport
July 26, 2016
He was charming, attractive, intelligent, funny, and kind. He knew just the right words to say to make you feel special. He was
How to Maintain Emotional Stability When Loved Ones Are Far Away
Barrie Davenport
March 23, 2017
When you move far away from all your support systems, your community, and even your partner, it can be hard to maintain emotional
9 Of The Most Effective Communication Exercises For Couples
Barrie Davenport
January 28, 2019
When it comes to communication skills for couples, would you say you and your significant other have it all figured out? Do you
99 Of The Best Would You Rather Questions
Barrie Davenport
April 23, 2019
Looking for ways to better understand your spouse (or partner) and the people you care about? Or would you like to get a
The Best Love Poems For Your Husband
Barrie Davenport
November 8, 2019
Searching for the right words to tell your husband how you feel about him? Saying “I love you” is easy enough, but it
Journal Your Way To More Love And Intimacy
Barrie Davenport
June 4, 2018
Has your marriage or love relationship started to go south? Maybe the spark has started to dim. Maybe you’re not communicating the way
Why You Must Stay Away From Negative People
Barrie Davenport
October 23, 2019
Negative people are everywhere. You can probably think of someone whose constant complaining and criticism makes it hard to be around them. But
78 Of The Best Personal Questions To Ask A Girl
Barrie Davenport
April 5, 2019
If you’re wondering what are the best questions to ask a girl – and maybe one girl in particular – you’ve found just
10 Must-Know Signs Of Relationship Compatibility
Barrie Davenport
January 12, 2018
When you’re in a new relationship, everything about the person you are seeing seems perfect. You put your best foot forward, and so
25 Good Character Traits List Essential For Happiness
Barrie Davenport
October 12, 2014
“His conscience was the strongest element of his nature. His affections were tender and warm. His whole nature was simple and sincere –
How To Forgive Someone And Let Go Of Anger
Barrie Davenport
December 31, 2018
If someone has done something to hurt you– whether it was intentional or not — do you find it easy to offer forgiveness
How To Deal With A Controlling Person
Barrie Davenport
March 27, 2012
You’re driving down the highway, going with the flow of traffic, minding your own business. When you look in your rear-view mirror, you
How To Deal With Mean and Nasty People In Your Life
Barrie Davenport
April 13, 2013
I was talking with a friend this week who was telling me about some encounters with a relative. My friend is one of
37 Amazing Second Date Ideas
Barrie Davenport
March 29, 2019
The first date went even better than expected, and you’re looking forward to seeing this person again. So, what are some good second
19 Of The Most Important Tips Before Dating An Introvert
Barrie Davenport
March 30, 2018
Why is it so much easier to connect with some people than others? When it comes to dating, it’s a rare and beautiful
Personality Type: How It Impacts 3 Key Areas of Your Life
Barrie Davenport
January 22, 2012
Do you know your personality type based on the Myers-Briggs personality assessment? If not, this is a tremendously beneficial tool in helping you
23 Signs A Guy Is Really Into You
Barrie Davenport
July 16, 2019
The more time you spend around a certain guy, the more you’re noticing powerful signs of male attraction — signs a guy likes
12 Reasons Why You’ll Love Dating Mature Women
Barrie Davenport
July 31, 2019
People of all ages go on dates. But mature women know that dating for them is different from dating in their twenties and
77 Of The Best Ever Truth Or Dare Questions
Barrie Davenport
February 25, 2020
When you’re planning a fun get-together with friends, why not consider playing truth or dare? It can be as challenging as it is
10 Healing Steps To Move On From A Relationship
Barrie Davenport
March 19, 2017
Getting over a break-up is gut-wrenching. There’s no other word for it. I have been both the recipient and the instigator of ending
Why People Are So Mean And How To Deal With Them
Barrie Davenport
March 21, 2019
You’ve been waiting in line for half an hour at a theme park when a group of girlfriends cuts in line in front
29 Fun And Creative Long-Distance Date Ideas
Barrie Davenport
April 27, 2020
It’s date night, and you and your significant other are having to spend it apart. What can you do to make the night
10 Signs Of A Narcissistic Mother
Barrie Davenport
July 28, 2016
Our parents are the key players in the early stages of our development, and they continue to have a huge impact on us
25 Fun And Memorable Girls Night In Ideas
Barrie Davenport
April 23, 2020
Why go out with the girls when you can just stay in? There’s plenty of fun to be had right in your living
20 Ways To Find Your Soulmate
Barrie Davenport
August 20, 2015
I used to think it was really dopey. A soulmate? Really?? You’d occasionally spot those long-term couples still looking all googly-eyed at each
How Social Media Can Wreck Your Relationships
Barrie Davenport
December 30, 2018
What has been your experience with social media and relationships? Have you had a digital interaction devolve into acrimony or cause a problem
31 Comforting Things To Say When Someone Dies
Barrie Davenport
May 24, 2019
Do you know what to say when someone dies? Or do you — like many of us — struggle to come up with
8 Ways To Be A Good Listener And Improve Your Relationships
Barrie Davenport
February 23, 2015
Think about how powerful it is to be heard. It’s equally powerful to have good listening skills. Reflect on an occasion when you had
14 Signs It May Be Time To End A Relationship
Barrie Davenport
December 9, 2019
You’ve done everything you know to do to save your relationship, but you feel it slipping away each day. You can only control