What You Should Do When People Push Your Buttons
Barrie Davenport February 21, 2013
It doesn’t matter how evolved, patient, or emotionally mature you may be. People are going to push your buttons. Some people in your
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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.
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10 Devious Tactics Of Manipulative People
Barrie Davenport March 2, 2017
When I was a kid, one of my best friends had a swimming pool. Her parents were generous about allowing the neighbor children
How To Deal With Judgmental People
Barrie Davenport November 13, 2019
You’re fed up with judgmental people. Who wouldn’t be? No matter what you do, it’s not good enough for these people. They only
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
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
The Insidious Poison of Disengagement In Your Relationships
Barrie Davenport February 10, 2012
“The most important ingredient we put into any relationship is not what we say or what we do, but what we are.” ~Stephen
The 15 Best Relationship Podcasts To Improve Your Love Life
Barrie Davenport December 19, 2019
What do we love about podcasts? For one, you can choose the episodes that address your specific concerns. With radio shows, you often
49 Of The Best Hobbies For Couples Who Want To Have Fun
Barrie Davenport November 7, 2018
Are you and your partner in a routine that’s starting to feel a bit predictable? Is the excitement of those early days together
50 Things You Can Do To Improve Your Self-Esteem
Barrie Davenport November 5, 2012
I was talking with a friend this weekend who is suffering from low self-esteem. After hearing the way this lovely young woman was
99 Of The Best Ways To Show Your Love To Your Husband
Barrie Davenport August 29, 2018
Want some ideas on showing love to your husband? When you begin a new romantic relationship, it is easy to show your partner how
25 Rainy Day Date Ideas To Salvage Your Plans For Fun
Barrie Davenport April 17, 2019
You and your partner are thinking about where to go for a date when it suddenly starts raining. Ah, rain… Romantics everywhere agree:
59 Of The Best Never Have I Ever Questions
Barrie Davenport April 4, 2019
Have you played the “Never Have I Ever” game? It’s a fun game that helps you get to know your friends and family
Is A Narcissistic Personality Bullying You?
Barrie Davenport November 11, 2015
You might initially be attracted to his confidence. There’s a part of you that feels excited, even lucky, to be in his presence.
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
77 Questions To Ask Your Significant Other For A Closer Connection
Barrie Davenport January 19, 2020
Even after being in a relationship for a long time, you may feel you don’t know your partner as well as you’d like.
How To Save Your Marriage
Barrie Davenport September 10, 2015
Let me state upfront that I wasn’t able to save mine. After more than 20 years together, and with three amazing children, my
How To Get Over A Breakup Like A Grown-Up
Barrie Davenport July 22, 2016
It’s like the air has been punched out of you. Even if you saw it coming. Even if you initiated it. Breaking up
Relationship Quizzes: Are You In A Healthy, Non-Toxic Relationship?
Barrie Davenport February 15, 2019
How good is your relationship? Have you noticed anything about it that makes you uncomfortable? Anything that makes you curious about the results
I Have No Friends: 31 Of The Best Ways To Attract New People
Barrie Davenport September 11, 2018
Friendships can be difficult relationships to cultivate, especially when you’re an adult. Our tightly-packed schedules and the transient nature of society doesn’t allow
10 Signs You’re In A Love-Hate Relationship
Barrie Davenport May 8, 2017
Have you ever been in a love-hate relationship? If you’re not sure, read on. Let’s say you’re in an intense romantic relationship, and
How to Trust Someone Again When You’ve Been Hurt Or Betrayed
Barrie Davenport January 15, 2020
Right now, you feel as though you can’t trust anyone. You’re still hurting from a recent betrayal, and the idea of being vulnerable
How To Start A Conversation With A Girl
Barrie Davenport January 5, 2019
So many human interactions these days are short and meaningless. With the pervasive nature of social media and the ease of texting, having
17 Of The Best Apps For Couples
Barrie Davenport February 11, 2020
Can an app bring you and your significant other closer together? It could. At the very least, it can help keep you on
91 Fun Date Night Ideas That Will Not Break The Bank (Most Of The Time)
Barrie Davenport December 2, 2018
Yes, you must go on regular dates with your spouse or significant other, whether you have been together for one day or fifty
65 Beautiful Good Morning Messages For Him or Her
Barrie Davenport July 5, 2018
When you’re married or in a love relationship, it is a sweet and caring gesture to let your partner know that he or
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
100 Ways To Show Your Love To Him
Barrie Davenport March 13, 2011
“Oh, men don’t notice what they got. Oh, women think of that a lot A thousand ways to please your man (oh-ho). Not
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
When Real Life Gets in the Way of Your Dreams
Barrie Davenport September 2, 2011
At this very moment, I should be on a plane to Italy. My friend Katie Tallo (of Momentum Gathering) and I have planned
97 Questions for Couples Guaranteed To Ignite Amazing Conversation
Barrie Davenport September 1, 2018
No matter how good your marriage or relationship might be, communication difficulties can erode your closeness and create misunderstandings and conflict that aren’t
10 Reasons Why You Aren’t A Turkey + Something Nice
Barrie Davenport November 23, 2011
You are not a turkey. Not even close. In fact, as you are reading this post, I invite you to sit up a
38 Unhealthy Signs Of A Dysfunctional Family
Barrie Davenport June 14, 2018
When I was growing up, my household looked different from the idyllic families that were portrayed on the television shows I enjoyed. I
15 Of The Most Glaring Reasons Your Sex Life Is Boring
Barrie Davenport October 2, 2018
If you’ve been in a relationship for a long time, it’s easy to become comfortable and fall into a rut when it comes
79 Of The Best Conversation Starters For All Situations
Barrie Davenport January 28, 2015
Want to learn some good conversation starters that work with everyone? Who among us doesn’t benefit from some help in this area —
Self-Awareness: What Is It And Why Do You Need To Seek It ?
Barrie Davenport July 15, 2013
“Awareness is the greatest agent for change.” ~Eckhart Tolle Self-awareness is one of those terms you hear thrown around a lot in the
How To Stop Obsessing Over Someone
Barrie Davenport March 20, 2019
We can define obsession as a “persistent, disturbing preoccupation” with something or — in this case — someone. It’s one thing to find
18 Ideas For Dealing With Difficult Family and Friends
Barrie Davenport June 15, 2014
Dealing with difficult people has been one of my biggest life’s lessons. A few years ago, my world was filled with unhealthy relationships
8 Ways To Be A Good Listener
Barrie Davenport February 23, 2015
Think about how powerful it is to be heard. In fact, reflect on an occasion when you had something to say, something important or
How A “Dancing With The Stars” Producer Is Empowering Women
Barrie Davenport May 16, 2013
I recently received a lovely email from Sarah Moshman, a reality television producer whose credits include Dancing with the Stars and Rachael vs.