Category Archives: Communication

Affairs: why they happen

…..Last week I mentioned that there are 7 basic reasons why affairs happen. The first three were the Door opening affair, which helps a partner leave and gives a level of safety straight into the next relationship; then the 3 … Continue reading

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Ever been over-reactive in your relationship?

If you are human, you will recognise that there are times in your relationship when something that your partner says or does hits a “nerve” or a “raw spot” for you. These sensitivities are also called “hot buttons“. We all … Continue reading

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Relationship Test. How well do you know your partner?

How well you know each other is a fundamental characteristic of how good your relationship is.  When you have a great relationship, you feel close and connected, and feel comfortable sharing with each other about yourself, knowing that you are … Continue reading

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How hard financial times can cause relationship problems.

I think most of us know that when times are tough, we seem to fight more with our partner, but have you ever wondered why? How financial stress is transferred right into relationship problems? Well, there are 2 areas of … Continue reading

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