A recent study asked people to sit down and make a list of what was most important to them in their life, the things that contributed to their quality of life, and then to write down what activities they did …
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When your partner accepts, acknowledges and appreciates your individuality, it affords you the possibility of attaining true freedom of expression. In order for this to manifest, you have to recognize the opportunities created, and then act on them…. As you …
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Mature love is union under the condition of preserving one’s integrity, one’s individuality…. In love the paradox occurs that two beings become one and yet remain two. Erich Fromm In our interviews with couples, we have found that there is …
The Paradox of Intimacy and Separateness in a Relationship Read more »
Have you felt completely accepted by someone in your life? Do you know how the experience of full acceptance changes you? Many people do not have any frame of reference to understand these questions. The relationships in their life have …
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When there is something we need to agree on, whether it be a decision we have to make or a problem that needs to be resolved, we have found a way of dealing with it that does not involve any …
How to Communicate Within Relationships – Know Yourself Read more »
We recently had the pleasure of writing an article for Older Dating, a site which is dedicated to helping older singles meet new people all across the UK. This site offers lots of helpful articles by an array of dating …
“Okay, so our core values match and we are ready to pursue a long term relationship.” So what now? “We’ve renewed our vows and want to re-create our relationship with peaceful intentions and an awareness of being on the same …
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We are excited to be announcing a new offering from PhilandMaude.com. Occasionally on Fridays we will be either sharing guest blogs or featuring authors and speakers who work in the field of peaceful relationships. This week we’d like to feature …
We have a wonderful relationship. We just flow through life together. We don’t ever clash. We are never alienated. And there’s nothing complicated about what we do. There are just a few things to avoid and a few practices to …
Why Will Belief and Intention Make Your Relationship Successful? Read more »
“I was so touched by your gesture.” “I felt for the leading character.” “I contacted John and set up lunch.” “I see what you mean.” “It smells fishy to me.” Language is full of metaphors, often drawing on the senses. …