Archive for the ‘Relationship’ Category

Managing a divorce

Friday, July 3rd, 2009

Divorce is one of the last things we want in marriage. It might give bad effect to other member of the family if it is not settled well. You know, many problems can arise from divorce, particularly those related to financial condition and children. If two people decide to divorce, they would better have think and manage the process well to limit the negative effects. Here I got an article about managing divorce. There are guidelines on what you should do, technical requirements, and how to find a divorce lawyer. It is quite complete in the article, so I think must be useful for those who are considering a divorce. Read the article here.

Hiring a wedding photographer

Sunday, June 28th, 2009

I was surfing no specific topic when I came across this article. For most people, wedding preparation may take a long time. One of the preparations must be for documentation (photography). In this article, you can find some points to consider when it comes to choosing a wedding photographer. It’s not an easy task, you want all the sweet and romantic moments get captured, right? Mainly, writer of the article suggests you to hire two photographer of not-so-expensive price. He/she says it’s better than hiring one expensive photographer. Of course, there are some considerations to this choice. If you want a set of memorable photos, it may take some time and looks for reference. However I find this article might be helping. Check here.

Expensive wedding: affordable?

Sunday, June 28th, 2009

This is an article from Ric Edelman, a well-known financial adviser. He talks about the big bucks we spend for a (fairy tale) wedding day. I’m sure many of us want a big wedding with those beautiful gowns, well-prepared reception, and professionally-handled wedding photographs. That’s normal, for every bride and groom expect it to once-in-a-lifetime event. The article by Mr. Edelman is not purposely to wipe out your dream. He just gives some considerations we should think about related to out financial condition. There are also some useful tips that might help you solute your limitation without bringing new debt into your new sweet family. Sometimes we need to be more realistic. Read the article to prepare more for your wedding.

What you should consider for your second marriage

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

Many marriages are now second ones. If you’re planning on a second marriage, this article at Ric Edelman’s site is really useful to help you not to miss a thing. Ric gives you some considerations in his field, financial.

  1. Decide how to change custody arrangements if you or your partner has children from previous marriages.
  2. Make sure the children aren’t out of inheritances rights by creating a revocable trust.
  3. If you want to keep some assets separate, consider a prenuptial agreement.
  4. Discuss long-term care responsibilities for both of your parents.
  5. Discuss any changes in alimony payment.

and 5 more useful tips if you read the full article.

Read here.

Happily ever after

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

I discover that happy marriage have things in common from this great article. It’s good to learn from the techniques of happy marriage describe there and practice in yours. Even if you’re not yet married to anyone, this is good for your preparation.

1. Make time for each other.

2. Take time off from each other.

3. Make little romantic gesture.

4. Fight fairly. Remember that it’s only between you and your partner.

5. Take interest in what interest them, so you can the activities together.

6. Listen to your spouse when they (or you feel like they) needed to be listened.

7. Accept them for what they are.

8. Express your commitment from time to time, your spouse will feel comfortable to hear.

9. Trust in each other, and be honest to each other.

10. Be your spouse’s best friend, to have fun and share everything together.

Read more.

Seven stages of relationship

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

I didn’t even know that relationship has stages, thought it was just flowing. But this article is really worthy of note. Michelle L. Casto, M.Ed., the author, shares that there are seven stages in relationship. Before that, I think you should know the choices we always have in each stage: continue moving forward, stagnant, slow down or go backwards, or exit it. And the seven stages are as followed.

1. Avoidance. This is actually preparing for the upcoming love.

2. Meeting. And you open the possibilities.

3. Dating. Pre-qualify to filter a potential one.

4. Breaking up. It’s a transitional stage that can also lead to further ones.

5. Exclusivity. Qualify further to see if he/she is really “the one”.

6. Commitment. You now deal with this person only and feel confidence.

7. Keeping the love you find. You want to keep the love and commitment.

In each stage, find if your heart is there and really want to go on. What I get from this article is to never be in rush, the seventh stage will come when it’s the time. Read more.

Infidelity in relationship

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

This is the third articles I read today and I feel like it’s just interesting to share with you. Ms. Reena Sommer, Ph.D. in the articles writes that most people who have once cheated will do it again at other time. What a bitter truth! She also writes three factors that account for infidelity. I should it’s important for you to know.

  1. They don’t choose partners or spouses that are in line with what they need or want.
  2. They don’t or fail to make their relationships a priority by not putting enough time and energy.
  3. They don’t or fail to understand the issues that lead to infidelity or any other affairs in marriages.

So be careful when you know any of these three factors are there if you don’t want another heartache. Read this.

Distinguish between love and lust

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

A delicate article I came across today is a bout love. What a big topic love is! And the author, Avalon De Witt, sounds so understanding in explaining the evaluation we need to do to distinguish love and lust. There are 10 questions you should ask to yourself to know the feeling better. If the answers are “yes”, then it’s love.

1. Can you be yourself in front of your partner without any fear of rejection?

2. Can you accept the aspects in which your partner is different from you?

3. Can and will you discuss your differences together?

4. Do you care about his/her desire, goal, success, and spiritual development?

5. Can you see yourself going through life and getting old with your partner?

6. Do you feel good about yourself without your partner’s approval?

7. Can you give and receive (share)?

8. Do you still have your own life?

9. How would you feel if you’re not loved in return?

10. Does your love endure, through the ups and downs?

Read here.

Bring back lost romance

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

I know by rational that “lusty” romance won’t last forever. But the “mature” romance will. Rinatta Paries shares three good guides to bring the romance, or to maintain if you haven’t lost it. I found her guides to be useful and want to tell you a bit.

  1. Learn compassion and acceptance. You will not see the good things from your partner forever. They are humans, just like you.
  2. Communicate. It will heal and release your problems or bad emotions.
  3. Appreciate and celebrate your partner everyday. Remind yourself of things that made you fell in love in the beginning. Treasure your partner as a gift given to accompany you in good or bad.

They are just simple tips, but I’m sure will give big effect in your relationship if you practise. I believe the romance can be there forever, just like what the author tells. I personally really agree to guide no. 3 because I do that from time to time, and just need seconds to get the love and romance back. Read here.

Can romance last?

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

When I start a relationship and we have such a romance, questions like “how long will this last?” and “would he still be the same after years?” always disturb me. I’m sure many of you feel the same. In this post, I want to show an article I found about this issue. Thelma Mariano writes the signs whether the romance will last, it really gives me clues. Frankly speaking, I wish I knew this earlier.

  1. See what he does rather than he says. It’s action that really matters.
  2. Notice if he pays attention to you even for simple things like amount of sugar in your coffee, what colour you prefer, etc.
  3. Notice the focus of your conversation, is it more about him or you. If a man really loves you, he would like to know everything about you.
  4. How he treats the other determines how he will treat you after the years.

If you can consider him as a friend, it’s more possible that he will give you the same comfort in your future. Read here.