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ARTArticleFactors Determining Type and Amount of AlimonyAs in any legal matter, you are best prepared when you know the facts. Here is what you need to know about , the determination process and the factors taken into consideration during that process.
In most instances when a marriage is dissolved in Florida, the factors in determining alimony for a spouse becomes a significant part of divorce proceedings. Alimony, also known as spousal maintenance, is in essence money paid by one spouse for the support of the other spouse during and after a divorce.ARTArticleFear This: Simple Steps to Master Your Emotions for Good!As a behavior specialist and coach I know first hand that fear and phobias drastically affect many people every day. According to Wikipedia (a great online resource) “Fear is a powerful, unpleasant feeling of risk or danger, either real or imagined.” Now we can describe fear by many different terms in accordance with its relative degrees; personal fear varies extremely in degree from mild caution to extreme phobia and paranoia.ARTArticleFind Gorgeous Cougar Women Looking for Younger MenThe cougar has become a common part of the dating scene in recent years. Cougars are older women who often spend their time taking a look at younger men. Men can find attractive older women like these cougars when they know what they have to do.ARTArticleFinding Single Jewish Girls Online Isn’t That Hard to DoMany people who look for Jewish girls often think that it is much harder to actually find them than it really is. The truth about finding single Jewish girls is that it is not all that tough for a man to do. There are many online dating sites that will give men the help they need to find these singles. These sites could be easy to use if anyone takes a closer look at how they might be run.ARTArticleFreeing Yourself from Harmful Behaviors within the Relationship Enables You to Succeed with Your IntimacyAs much as you might want to have a successful, healthy and satisfying relationship, and as much you think you do “all you can” in order to have one, you might still, unconsciously, react and behave in ways which hurt your bond.
This is normal and humane, and many share this problem. The reason being, that you, like many others, might not have the courage to be authentic, to voice your needs and wishes. You might prefer to “be there” for your partners (or dates), to “agree” and succumb to whatever they request and expect.ARTArticleFrom Sex Addiction to Sexual PotentialOver the years, the people I have worked with have used various words to describe the end result of their compulsive sexual behaviors: words like shame, anger, depression, anxiety, disappointment, self-hatred, hopelessness and helplessness, usually describe their subjective experience after the orgasm is over.
Never have I worked with a person who described their sexually addictive experiences with words like, fulfillment, satisfaction, closeness, or ecstasy.ARTArticleGift Ideas for Your First Wedding AnniversaryYour first wedding anniversary is very special! In fact you will probably anticipate it with as much excitement as you did one year before. So as it is your first anniversary you will want to give each other presents that are meaningful & special, as well saying ‘I am so happy being married to you.’
When it comes to wedding anniversaries there are really two types of gifts - the traditional & the modern. For a traditional gift with a modern twist look to what material represents the anniversary. In this case the first anniversary is represented by paper.ARTArticleGoing On with Someone Who You Know Isn’t for You Might be a Waste of Your TimeIntroduction
Many are driven by a host of factors which drive them to “fall in love” with the wrong person and enter unhealthy relationships. Developing Self-Awareness, understanding the factors that control them and making the necessary changes are important in order to stop such pattern from happening. They then become able to find, develop and maintain a healthy and satisfying intimacy.
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“Falling in love” isn’t always “a piece of cake”
Anonymous storyARTArticleGraduation TimeThis month has certainly brought back memories for me as my daughter, Melissa, graduates from high school. It seems that the last 18 years have gone by in a flash as I can still remember, so vividly, my own experience of the prom and all the peripheral, but all too important details such as the dress…the shoes…accessories…hair…make-up…and of course the date! Things have changed a bit though since 1979…and in one area in particular, for the better!
Personally, my self-worth was very low when I was in high school.ARTArticleGroup Therapy As an Aid in Sexual Addiction RecoveryGroup therapy is a highly effective treatment modality for sex addicts. It reduces shame and denial, limits isolation, increases socialization skills and the development of empathy. The process fosters the development of intimacy and helps sex addicts develop the coping skills they need to meet their emotional needs in healthier ways.
Irwin Yalom wrote “the book” on group therapy. In it, he delineates the essential factors that make patients get better. The specific benefits, according to Yalom’s model, of group therapy for sex addicts are:ARTArticleHave any Regrets about Your Relationships? Why not Make the Necessary Changes NOW – and Succeed?Introduction
The Top Five Regrets outlined here as related to a successful intimate relationship can help you consider how you “do” you own relationships. They can motivate you to think upon and reflect whether you allow yourself to be “who you are” in a relationship – or not; whether you allow yourself to express yourself or not; whether you are true to yourself or not.
Becoming aware of the ways you approach relationships and interact with your partner is a key to being able to develop and maintain a truly satisfying intimacy.
**ARTArticleHe Says His Feelings Have Changed - What to Do When Your Man Pulls AwayYou've just been hit by what feels like a ton of bricks. The man you love, the only man you can envision your life with has just told you that his he's fallen out of love with you or he doesn't feel as close to you as he once did. It's heartbreaking to be a woman in a position like this. Try as you might, you just can't figure out what went wrong and why his feelings changed so dramatically. All you want to do is rewind time back to when he couldn't get enough of you and told you he'd love you forever.ARTArticleHoliday BluesDear Dr. Diana,
Last year, the holidays were a time of great sadness for me. It was the first Christmas and New Year that I have experienced on the heels of a terrible divorce. I was in love with my husband and didn’t want the divorce. A couple of months ago I started feeling better tha
I had in a long time, just getting used to my life as a single person. But now, as the holidays draw near, I’ve got a terrible case of the blues again.
What can I do?
Singing the Blues
Dear Singing,ARTArticleHot Spots in Nightclubs for Meeting WomenAs a general rule, it is best to arrive early at a nightclub so you can check out the action. If you arrive late, sometimes most of the women will be taken up. Of course there are some nightclubs that do not get going until after midnight. Most women start coming in from 9-11 PM, as a general rule. The women who are shift workers start coming in after 11PM. ideally; the best time to arrive is around 9PM. This way you can see what comes through the door and size up your prospects for the night.ARTArticleHow 12-Step Programs Heal Sexual AddictsThe rapid mushrooming of individual 12-step programs throughout the nation and the world in the past 50 years has given millions of people suffering from addiction back their lives, their families, their self-respect and their pride.ARTArticleHow can I be a good father?If you're a father of a toddler or a teenager, it is important that you take the responsibility of your child and raise them in an effective way. You must fulfill your commitment to be a responsible, loving and caring dad of your child. Here are eight secrets to build the father-child
relationship stronger:
The First Secret: Know your childARTArticleHow Common Is Self Harm?Shockingly, 2% to 6% of the general public had engaged in self-harm at least once in their lifetime. Where the peak of self harm actions are among students, ages 16 - 22, see falls in 13% to 35%. For most, the problem will resolve before adulthood but sadly, 10% of the remaining still continues to self harm throughout their adult lives.ARTArticleHow Internet Porn Lies to YouWhat kinds of ideas is porn putting into our heads? If the wrong things keep getting dumped in, your mental environment can get so polluted that your life is going to have problems. One of the most vital parts of mental environment is a healthy idea of who we are sexually. If these ideas are polluted, a critical part of who we are becomes twisted.
To Find Freedom from Porn Addiction: Recognize the LiesARTArticleHow Many Dates Should You Go On Before Settling Down to Develop a Serious Relationship?Recently I came across the following Tweet: “Just what the doctor ordered: date 100 men without getting serious with anyone”. This made me thinking: for what purpose would anyone try to date 100 men (or, for that matter, women) without getting serious with anyone? How much can one learn about himself (or herself) by doing so? And how much can one get hurt – or hurt others – by so doing?ARTArticleHow Singapore Women Treat Men When DatingIt’s no secret that many Singapore women are looking for single Singapore men from all walks of life. The ways how Singapore women treat their men show just how interesting they are when it comes to dating and relationships.
First, many women treat their men with dignity and respect when it comes to hearing what they have to say. They are usually obedient and will follow whatever they men say up to a certain degree. This means that women are more willing to listen to the men that they love and want to be with.ARTArticleHow to Choose Your Wedding LingerieFor your dream wedding dress to look perfect you will need to choose the right type of underwear to wear with it. Not only is this important for the shape of your wedding dress, but also for your own comfort and the correct support throughout your wedding day.
Selecting the right style and design can seem a daunting task when faced with the vast array of styles available, but never fear! Here is a handy guide to choosing the right underwear according to the style of your wedding dress.ARTArticleHow to Find Singles Locally Through Online Dating SitesThe amazing thing about many dating services is that they can cater to anyone regardless of where they might live. You can definitely take advantage of one of these dating sites by using a simple procedure to get yourself on one and to make yourself known. You simply need to handle a few steps in order to get yourself on one of these online dating spots.ARTArticleHow to Get a Leo Man to Forgive You - 3 Tips That HelpYou've done it. You've gone and ruined a wonderful relationship and you don't know what you can do now to fix it. That sounds a lot like what you're dealing with at the moment, doesn't it? You and your Leo man have had a falling out and you've taken all the blame on yourself. It's understandable. As women we often do that. But now you're faced with an uncertain romantic future with the man you adore. You wish you knew what you could do to get him to forgive you, but you're at a loss.ARTArticleHow to Know When a Marriage is Really OverSometimes it might be easier for you to think about how a marriage might about end. You can tell that a marriage is over by looking at a few things when it comes to what might happen with it.
First, you can tell that a marriage is over when every situation you and your partner gets into might end up falling into an argument. Even the smallest arguments might end up being huge deals in the household.ARTArticleHow to Make Your Teens More Responsive To Parental Direction?Are you struggling to get your teen to follow your direction? Is your child flat-out ignoring you? This can be really frustrating, especially when you take into consideration all you’ve invested in their upbringing and wellbeing. Teenagers usually do whatever they feel like doing, not necessarily what you want or ask them to do.
Be Fair to Your TeenARTArticleHow to Meet Single Girls While You’re Still in CollegeYour time in college can be exciting. It can also be challenging if you're trying to find an attractive single woman. You don't have to spend too much time with trying to meet single girls if you just use a few ideas for doing so. There are a few things that need to be done in order to meet single women that might interest you.
The first idea is to try and find different ways how you can get to talk to people. It's great to find more social opportunities when in college. Special meetings, parties or social outings at colleges are great places to go to when finding single girls.ARTArticleHow to Rent Your WeddingWhen you begin your wedding planning your wedding budget will be one the first things you draw up. For many it brings with it the realization that they simply cannot afford the big dream wedding they were hoping for. Your options here would range from waiting longer to get until you have saved up enough money; scale down the celebrations and have a smaller, more intimate affair instead or borrow extra cash (not recommended). But have you considered renting you wedding instead?
There are actually many elements to a wedding that you would ordinarily rent (or hire) anyway.ARTArticleHow to Show Your Wife You Appreciate What She Does For YouOne of the most common complaints you'll hear from married people is they feel taken for granted. The majority of the time the person who feels that way is the woman. We all know that women tend to be a bit more sensitive and often have an easier time expressing what they feel vocally. If you happen to be a husband who is on the receiving end of those types of comments coming from your wife, it's difficult. It's understandable that you'd feel attacked, saddened and confused by what your wife wants from you and the future of your relationship.ARTArticleHow to Use Free Dating Sites to Find Singles in Your AreaIt is not too hard to meet singles where you are if you look through an appropriate online dating site. There are many free dating sites that allow you to find single men and women with ease. All you have to do is use a few simple steps to get one of these free sites to work out right for you.ARTArticleI DoI marry people. I guess I have married more people than most. Whoppi Goldberg and I marched in the National March on Washington for AIDS and I married ten thousand lesbians and gay men there on the steps of the I.R.S.. Since then, I suppose have officiated at 30-40 more weddings of both gay and straight people. I don’t do it for strangers. I do it for people I love, but mostly, I do it for me. It’s a step away from indifference.