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Greetings!
We all want positive change but as most of us can attest to, that is something which is often easier to dream about and talk about than to accomplish. We court the positive change we crave, but do we take steps to commit to it in a meaningful way?
As spring reminds us that life on this planet is always abundant with opportunities to rebirth ourselves, I offer the following articles containing tips for effecting positive change in your relationships.
Whether you are the stuck having the same discussions over and over again or wondering if taking a break from sex would be a good idea about now, I am sure you will find something of value as you read on. If you do like what you read, please remember to like my articles on Facebook and Tweet the links to your followers.
From Your Tango: What Makes Women Vulnerable To Hate Speech?
We expect filth and stupidity to emanate from the likes of Rush Limbaugh. But his recent verbal barrage against Georgetown University law student, Sandra Fluke, has created consternation and concern for otherwise hardened reporters and practiced pundits. It would seem the only individuals who have evidenced a tolerance for this sort of diatribe are FOX news commentators and Republican presidential candidates such as Mitt Romney who proffered a milquetoast "It's not the language I would have used."
I deplore Rush Limbaugh's use of the words "slut" and "prostitute." Yet I have been publicly referring to myself as a slut, a prostitute and whore for decades. In fact, I once told Howie Mandel during a guest appearance on Bill Maher's Politically Incorrect, that I preferred to be called a "whore." Why would I say such a thing? [read more]
From Your Tango - Your Best Love Life: What Does The Future Hold for Rihanna & Chris Brown?
Chris Brown and Rihanna just recorded a song together and are reportedly hooking up, but has either of them really changed since Brown physically assaulted Rihanna in 2009? Should they cut all ties, or is forgiveness in their situation healthy? In my expert opinion, the answer is . . . [read more]
From Men's Fitness magazine: 6 Tips to Fighting Right...With Your Girlfriend!
According to Veronica Monet, ACS, CAM, couples' consultant, author of Where Sex and Spirit Come Together and host of the radio program The Shame Free Zone, many couples get into trouble by trying to "correct" their partner's behavior. Conversations that begin with phrases such as: "You always..." or "You never..." or "I don't like it when you..." can lead to hot water.
"The use of the word 'you' can be very triggering for most people," Monet explains, "because it's so often associated with criticism. A more successful strategy is . . . [read more]
From Know Your Man: Love Got You Down?
For some, sex is a painful quagmire of negative experiences, frustrations, feelings of inadequacy and even abuse. When sex has meant alienation or trauma, we want only to run as far away from it as possible. This is a normal reaction but long-term avoidance of problematic or traumatic aspects of our lives can lead to depression, illness and a sense of futility. A better plan is to deal with your
negative emotions while giving yourself permission to abstain from those behaviors which evoke pain or revulsion.
What About Sexual Abstinence? [read more]
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Veronica Monet, ACS, CAM