By: Niki Brown Have you ever noticed that your relationships seem to keep going through the same cycles? Perhaps you meet someone and it begins well, but ends with you being hurt, frustrated, or disappointed in the outcome. Perhaps you’ve had more than your share of drama-filled, chaotic, emotionally-draining relationships. You may have even wondered, Why do I keep … [Read more...]
Know Your Limits: How Long Are You Going to Allow Your Mate to Disrespect You?
Several of my clients have come to me with circumstances that have a consistent theme: Their man is a guy who has a value system which is blatantly disrespectful to women and they allow their self-respect to be tested repeatedly by these guys. If a person is disrespectful toward you, that is definitely a problem within the offender. When you allow the disrespect to continue … [Read more...]
The One Thing I Wish I Had Done Before I Got Married
I’ve heard it said that most people prepare more for their wedding than they do for their marriage. In my case, I’d have to say it was true. Weddings are usually exciting, fun-filled events that get everyone caught up—so much so that, often, we don’t take a minute to stop and think about what happens after the honeymoon. I got married at 23. I had just finished college the … [Read more...]
Your Mate Is Not a Mind Reader: How to Ask for What You Want
Your mate is not a mind reader. I know it sounds funny but it is the truth. Ask for what you want. Give your mate the opportunity to step in and meet your request. How many husbands and wives have had these thoughts: She should have known what I meant after all these years. He should know what I want. It’s not as special if I have to tell him. If she had thought … [Read more...]
“Man Date” Anyone?
by Tiya Cunningham-Sumter Through college and most of adulthood I was considered a matchmaker. I had a knack for knowing who would fit together perfectly. Lately, I have been using those same matchmaking skills on my husband. This requires an explanation, so here it is. I can't pick my husband's friends, but if I could, there are a few I would suggest. Some months back I … [Read more...]