Hello Dr. Buckingham, My husband and I recently married a little over a month ago. The issue that I need insight on is how to deal with our children (my step children)? During the planning of our wedding, the relationship I had with two of his children changed drastically. One of his kids, whom I had a great relationship with, seemed to change once we decided that we … [Read more...]
He Was Faithful, Driven and a Perfect Match for Me, so Why Did I End Our Relationship
The past 18 months has been a season of reconnecting with old friends who I’ve lost touch with over the years. Some encounters have been GREAT others have been to gain closure and move on. One encounter in particular was with a gentleman I use to date. After having breakfast, which turned into lunch and then an early dinner, I left open to the possibilities of rekindling our … [Read more...]
Singles: 25 Questions to Ask Before You Give Them Your Heart, Time, and Body
I recently came across 20 Questions You Should Ask Before You Get Engaged by Bishop T. D. Jakes. As I began to scan the list, in my mind some of the questions really needed to be asked when you first meet someone. In today’s society, people are having sex before they know their partner's last name. Maybe if they knew the answer to a few pre-qualifying questions, they would … [Read more...]
It’s Not You, It’s Men: Bridging the Communication Gap Between Men and Women
On this week’s episode of It’s Not You, It’s Men, Rev Run and Tyrese tackled the topic: Lost in Translation- How men and women communicate differently. Evelyn Lozada and Vin Disel joined the conversation as they discussed ways to foster better communication in relationships. It is a known fact that men and women communicate differently, which often leads to challenges … [Read more...]
What Will Your Relationship Check-Up Reveal? Run with It or Drop It Like It’s Hot?
Like many, I used to be caught up in all things Scandal. Weekly, I watched the lives of Olivia Pope, Fitz (Fitzgerald) Grant and Jake Ballard intertwine in a twisted love triangle. However, as of late, I have been intrigued to see how Shonda Rhimes would have the adulterous private relationship between Oliva and Fitz, play out in public.What ramifications, if any, they would … [Read more...]
Going to the Chapel? Hash Out These 3 Controversial Topics Before Jumping the Broom!
Couples often decide to get married because they have fallen head over heels in love with each other. They can no longer imagine their life without their best friend, confidant, and lover. The rose colored glasses through which they view their relationship lead them to believe that their marriage will play out like a fairy tale - you know, ride off into the sunset and live … [Read more...]
3 Tips On How To Better Understand Your Partner
You hear it all the time, how men and women simply don't operate the same. Men are known to be creatures of logic, and women are seen to be driven more by emotion. Is this really the case? Are we really built differently? My answer is an emphatic YES! These differences do exist in most cases, and have contributed to the ongoing communication gap that plagues our … [Read more...]
3 Reasons Why He Just Won’t Listen
Is this guy stupid or is he just stupid? I mean seriously, how many times do you have to repeat yourself in order for him to "get it". Why is it always a hassle to get this man to do some of the simplest things. How ungrateful is this guy when you give him so much, yet you have to pull teeth to get some movement out of him. This is just plain ridiculous, but you know what, … [Read more...]
3 Communication Alternatives for a Spouse Who Doesn’t Open Up
Communication challenges in relationships are extremely common. A great deal of concerns are centered around one partner not sharing enough or failing to discuss the issues bothering them most. As you might imagine, this leaves the other partner frustrated and questioning the foundation of the relationship. Communication or lack thereof can make or break a partnership. What … [Read more...]